Boutique gym concept opens at Macclesfield Leisure Centre

A new, redeveloped gym – which mixes a boutique-style offer with an inclusive approach – has opened at Macclesfield Leisure Centre.

Created in partnership between centre owner, Everybody Health & Leisure and interior design studio, Layrd Design, the 520sq m facility provides a luxury fitness experience while appealing to members across generations.

The gym’s design is based on a “box concept” – a room-within-a-room approach that creates distinct training zones without traditional walls. The zoned layout optimises the space for different activities, with distinct areas for cardio, strength training and functional fitness.

With the aim of maintaining an open, welcoming atmosphere, the approach is focused on creating a space that is not only functional but also visually appealing – while providing privacy and comfort for different workout styles and experience levels.

Among the key design features – which are set to form a blueprint for future projects involving Layrd Design and Everybody Health & Leisure – are the creation of an intuitive navigation approach, based on a creative use of lighting, flooring and ceiling features, eliminating the need for traditional signage.

Gina Clarke, Head of Gym Design at Layrd Design, said: “Macclesfield really elevates the game for leisure centres; offering a boutique-style experience to the masses.

“It asks us to re-evaluate our expectations of the traditional leisure centre, and demonstrates how, with the right investment, they can become stylish wellness centres for the whole community.”

Everybody Health & Leisure currently operates 16 leisure and sports facilities, including nine swimming pools and seven Taste for Life cafés, across the Cheshire East region on behalf of local authorities.