Article Source: East Renfrewshire Culture & Leisure
Last Updated: 22 April 2024 10:24
'The Grid' is a dynamic, versatile and modern fitness environment, focused on training sessions for small groups and individual gym sessions. The work-out area has been transformed from an underutilised space at Barrhead Foundry and now features a 70sqm spacious turf area along with brand new fitness equipment, including fitness rig, half rack and prowler.
Kenny McDonnell, Gyms and Fitness Team Leader at East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure said: “We are very excited to unveil our brand new functional gym space, The Grid, at Barrhead Foundry. We were able to realise our goal of creating this new environment for our customers, in conjunction with Alliance Leisure and their partners.
“The Grid will host training sessions for small groups, including new classes GridRox and GridBox. For individual gym sessions, The Grid also features a spacious turfed area with brand new equipment, including fitness rigs, cardio equipment, half racks, slam balls, wall balls, adjustable cable, prowler and full complement of barbells and weight plates. A new sound system and lighting completes the perfect work-out space.
“Our exceptional team of gym and fitness instructors will be on hand to lead our new classes and lend their expertise to utilise the new gym equipment at The Grid and to support our customers in achieving their fitness goals.”
Alliance Leisure was appointed by East Renfrewshire Council to transform the space at Barrhead Foundry into a high energy functional training zone. Working closely with East Renfrewshire Leisure and Culture Trust, the project was completed in a four-week period.
Council Leader Owen O’Donnell and Councillor Andrew Anderson, East Renfrewshire’s Convener for Education, Equalities, Culture and Leisure, attended the official opening event at Barrhead Foundry.
Councillor Anderson said:,i> “The Grid is a fantastic addition for the local community. Gym users will appreciate the additional exercise space and classes at Barrhead Foundry, alongside the existing gym space, swimming pool, café and library. The staff are knowledgeable, can offer their expertise on using the new equipment as part of their workout routine and are always open to ideas around what can be done next.”
Jo Cameron, Delivery Manager, Alliance Leisure, added: “As our first project with East Renfrewshire Council, this was an exciting opportunity showing the enormous potential of transforming this space into a thriving activity hub that would deliver significant value to the local community. We are looking forward to supporting the launch of this project and the growth in membership over the coming period.”
The Grid is now available for fitness customers at Barrhead Foundry. Find out more about membership: https://www.ercultureandleisure.org/fitness-swimming/
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