Kings Gym - Croydon

Went first on a guest pass. Loved walking up to a gym with a HUGE roller shutter wide open, it's very inviting. The vibe hits you instantly, this gym is ALIVE with energy. And you just want to train.

People put the weights back, equipment range is unbelievably good and well maintained, something is always available and I've been at what's felt like a busy time. Haven't encountered any bad attitudes.

Would be good to hear some other styles of music like metal/rock every now and then over the speakers, maybe some Rage against the machine, slipknot, Pantera etc

Downsides are really not a huge deal: The social media gym types filming, it's a bit distracting when nearby feeling like you're in the shot tbh but that's more to do with the age we live in rather than the gym.
The air can feel very thick as you walk further in to the back of the gym away from the shutter, I guess there's no opposite windows/doors to create a nice bit of airflow/draft.
The mirrors are too high in the dumbbell area to check form when you sit down.
MINOR stuff so Needless to say I've signed up to a monthly membership. It's been a long time since I've felt so pumped about going to a gym. This place is special 💪🏽

Croydon 2.0 is a very good gym and good atmosphere except for a certain staff member that is very obnoxious and aloof with paying members, their presence make you feel very uncomfortable with bad energy, whatever issues they have, just don’t take it out on paying clients otherwise don’t work there. The rest of the team are absolutely fantastic. I gave a two star as the individual I’m referring to, well she really needs to buck up her act and try not to target those that done nothing to her.

Best gym in area, but please turn music down. Had to purchase ear plugs as unbearable. No wonder almost everyone brings their own headphones to block it out.

We have been at this gym during our UKDFBA 2022 Trip. It is an amazing place and for everyone who’s serious about strength training, in particular bodybuilding and powerlifting. Yes it was loud and crowded but the mentality of the people and surrounding was absolute amazing. If your looking for a place to train and grow this is the place to be.

Another very cool thing is their merchandise. A lot of oversized shirts and everything you need for training. Booster, snacks you name it they got it!

Besides that it was an amazing experience meeting IFBB Pro James Hollingshead.

Thank you for having us!

Busy but good gym with good machines. Unfortunately sharp metal sticking out of 30kg dumbbell ripped my joggers and cut my leg

Discriminatory and non-inclusive are words which comes to mind considering how I felt visiting Kings Gym in Croydon. Being blind (severely sight impaired) my expectation is any commercial outfit seeking to serve the public should take into account their Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and arrangements.
I also found it simply disrespectful that the gym's manager felt it necessary to suggest I should invest benefits he presumed I was in receipt of towards a personal trainer to access their gym. I of course had to let the manager know I do not receive benefits and worked full-time .
positioning practically all of their cardio equipment on their mezzanine floor automatically meant it was inaccessible and out of reach to someone who may struggle to use stairs. Although I can use stairs quite comfortably, the pathway and activities on route to the stairs rendered the gym an unsafe environment for any person who has mobility or sensory impairments. I would suggest a rethink of their setup to Kings Gym with consideration for a mix of potential clients. Kings Gym simply should understand that people living with disabilities an who make Britain proud at world class sporting competitions achieve their feats because they have access to training facilities.

One of the best gyms you can visit if you into pure fitness and bodybuilding. Has literally every machine. Massive range of dumbbells up to 80kg. Loads of plates so you dont have to search. Staff are nice and is good price. Only problem is finding a space outside somewhere but that takes nothing away from what is there at Kings.

Fantastic gym with great equipment. Very friendly staff and perfect atmosphere. Shout out for the brilliant sign near the urinals 😂