New gym out to make you look good and feel good
A new boutique fitness studio in Bath city centre aims to be ‘much more than just another gym’. The premium fitness studio opened on Monday in central Bath with support from the leisure team at UK Top 100 law firm Royds Withy King. Arron Collins-thomas, a highly experienced personal trainer and lifestyle coach, whose track record includes working at the prestigious members’ club and hotel Babington House, has personally invested in the company and attracted funds from an angel investor to open the Toniqlife studio. It hopes to provide a high-end group exercise experience to corporate and private clients. Fitness director Arron will also be offering a range of exclusive fitness, nutrition and lifestyle services designed to improve health and wellbeing. He said: “Toniqlife is a concept and project I am very passionate about and seeing the new studio come to life over these last few months has been extremely exciting. “This is going to be so much than just another gym. Toniqlife is about a dedicated, healthier way of living; one that doesn’t just make you look good, but feel good too.” Royds Withy King’s leisure team handled the legal work. Corporate lawyer Edward Chapman helped Arron and his fellow shareholders to structure the company and establish the way in which the investment will be governed. Colleague, real estate lawyer Richard Gorham, negotiated and agreed the lease of the premises at 5 Green Park House from Bath Spa University in time for a comprehensive fit out ahead of the opening. Ed said: “Fitness classes are increasingly a social experience, and the setting plays a very important role. Toniqlife’s tailored group sessions in a high-end environment reflect this wider trend and are a natural fit for the city. “Class-led fitness communities are thriving in cities across the UK, having arrived from the USA and Australia, and now is the ideal time to bring the concept to Bath.” Arron added: “I am grateful for the professional support I’ve had from Royds Withy King and look forward to welcoming Bath residents into our space at 5 Green Park House.”