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Work out in style with David Lloyd – at a price
WE all know that exercise is key to living a healthier lifestyle – but is joining a high-end gym more likely to keep you active?
David Lloyd fitness centres are renowned for their amenities, kid-friendly programmes, and overall availability of everything you need.
I visited David Lloyd’s in Monifieth recently to review its offering.
I wanted to find out if a higherend fitness facility is worth the price premium over a more budget-friendly gym.
David Lloyd’s in Monifieth presents itself as an all-inclusive wellness destination, offering much more than just a gym.
Its outstanding facilities, including high-tech equipment and an extensive range of fitness classes, are designed to cater to individual needs and David Lloyd boasts that it offers facilities that basic gyms don’t.
It has luxury facilities including swimming pools, a spa service and tennis courts.
I decided to use a guest pass to see if the gym was really costeffective. But it is difficult to find out the prices for the various membership levels as David Lloyd doesn’t advertise them clearly.
The facilities you can and cannot access depend on your membership level.
The platinum membership gives unlimited and unrestricted access to the club and full use of the gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and all classes including racquet sports.
This costs around £76 a month, with a £65 joining fee.
But if playing racquet sports or swimming is not your thing, they also offer a club membership.
This gives you access to the gym only and all of the classes between 11am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. The club membership costs £44 per month, with a £110 joining fee.
Cleanliness and Atmosphere: 10/10
I have nothing but praise for the courteous and helpful service provided by the David Lloyd Gym staff in Dundee.
You can see they go above and beyond to make sure every member feels supported, whether it’s helping with equipment use, responding to inquiries, or offering advice on memberships.
The hairdryers and GHD straighteners in the women’s changing rooms are a nice touch, especially if you are heading to work after your workout!
The welcoming receptionists made me feel comfortable going to a gym I had never been to before when I first walked in.
You can see the facilities are kept in excellent condition and are clean, which makes for a comfortable and hygienic workout environment.
Exercise options: 10/10
Every fitness need is met by the impressive array of facilities at David Lloyd gym.
There is definitely something for everyone, from its opulent swimming pools and spa facilities to its well-equipped cardio and weight training zones.
Even though the gym was packed when I visited at lunch, there was still plenty of room for workouts on the spacious floor.
There are also plenty of options for different workouts on the squash courts, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, and group exercise studios.
Class offerings: 9/10
There is a class to fit every taste and fitness level, ranging from mind-body exercises like yoga and Pilates to high-energy group fitness classes like spinning and HIIT.
Unfortunately, since I had just missed Pilates, there were no classes in session when I went to the gym. I definitely would have loved to try that.
Providing a family-friendly environment is obviously important here and this makes it an attractive option for parents looking to make time for their own fitness journeys without compromising family time.
With services like massages and facials, the spa facilities offer a much-needed break for rest and renewal, helping members decompress after a demanding day.
However, the premium experience undoubtedly comes at a higher cost.