Gym, classes and fitness
We're dedicated to helping our members stay fit and well in whatever way suits them.
Our gym is a place where you can spend as much or as little time as you wish and get a great workout, with a range of equipment versatile enough to accommodate everyone.
The gym is open 6:00am - 10:00pm Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 9:00pm Fridays, and 8:00am - 6:00pm Saturdays and Sundays.
We offer a range of memberships which give you access to our fitness facilities.
Alternatively, we also welcome day visitors - simply create your free Places Membership before visiting.
Pay as you go sessions are charged at £9.50 for adults and £4.20 for juniors.
Gym support
We offer a free one-to-one support session for our members* to help familiarise you with the gym, to get to know your goals and build a personalised workout plan. We’ll ensure you leave the session feeling confident and ready to start your programme. The session lasts for an hour and can be booked online.
You are also welcome to book one free 15-minute programme review a month, just speak to a member of our team.
Our gyms are not always manned, but rest assured support is never far away. Our equipment is labelled with QR codes, which when scanned, provide you with a video tutorial.
For all your digital fitness tracking and programming support, visit the 'digital fitness' section of our Places Leisure app.
*One-to-one support sessions are free of charge to Premium Plus memberships, Premium memberships and Gym Only memberships. For Places Members, One-to-one Introductions are included in the casual entrance fee rate.
Gym etiquette
We want everyone's time in our gym to be as comfortable as possible, so we ask all visitors to remember the below when using the facilities.
- Please help us keep the gym clean by wiping down equipment after use
- Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the activity you're doing
- Lifting barefoot or in socks is permitted on lifting platforms only
- Make use of our lockers for bags
- Our gym's aren't always manned, so if you require assistance or support when there are no team members on the gym floor, please visit our friendly reception team
- In case of emergency, push the assistance alarm
- During busy times, please be mindful of the length of time you spend on each piece of equipment to allow other gym users to complete their workout
Junior Gym etiquette
- A gym induction must be completed before using the gym
- 1 adult (18 years+) can attend with up to four Junior members and is responsible for the Junior member's conduct
- You must follow all exercise programme advice given by our Fitness team
By following the guidance above, we hope all visitors can enjoy their visits to the gym.
Personal training
Are you doing the same workout each time you come to gym? Are you lacking motivation? Are you not achieving your goals?
If you relate to any of the above, personal training is for you! The clue is the title – Personal training is all about you! With a range of packages & prices available, what are you waiting for?
Meet your PTs
We've got a great team of personal trainers at Places Gym Preston. Meet the team...
Kyle Knight
I’m a level 3 personal trainer with over a years experience within the fitness industry.
Within this time I have worked with people from all different types of backgrounds with different types of goals. I’m a friendly, approachable guy who’s happy to answer any questions.
My passion in fitness has always been there from playing rugby league since I was young.
I just graduated university where I studied Sports and Exercise Science, which accelerated my dedication and knowledge within the industry even more. My passion in fitness is observing form and working on technique as I feel this is important for many reasons. I also love testing one rep maxes, as I enjoy seeing people’s increase in strength.
Karolina Blasiak
I am a qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer & Pre and Postnatal Trainer. I am also certified in Health and Nutrition including Vegan and Vegetarian Nutrition, and Diabetes Care and Management, I am currently studying Level 4 in Nutrition for Physical Activity and Sport.
From a very young age, fitness had always been a big part of my life and I always stayed physically active throughout my life, whether through training at the gym/home, playing basketball or tennis, swimming or doing yoga and Pilates.
As a person and a trainer I strive to help others become healthier, fitter, stronger & more confident by creating a well-balanced lifestyle and a healthy, positive mindset, as I believe when you feel good you do good.
Lewis Westwell
Level 3 personal trainer with a passion of watching and helping people achieve their goals.
I have been through different transformations so I know what dedication and hard work that has to go into your training and diet to be able to achieve your goals.
I am an easy and friendly person to talk to and try to offer the best advice that I possibly can to help people achieve the goals that they have set for themselves.
My advice for beginners is to make sure that you are performing exercises properly and making sure your form is perfect and put everything into your training as it will benefit you in the future.I am very passionate about fitness and have been given a lot of advice and knowledge off other personal trainers which I take on board to better myself as a personal trainer.
Chris Keegan
I discovered my passion for health and fitness at a very young age through Rollerblading and Martial Arts.
I take pride in helping people achieve their goals and helping them become the strongest version of themselves. My focus is on health first. A strong heart, efficient cardiovascular system, good posture, correct exercise technique and educating you to be independent and comfortable in the gym environment on your own take top priority with me.
Whether your goal is to build lean muscle mass, enhance sport specific performance, look and feel good on the beach (yes that is a good goal too) or just simply wanting to improve the quality of your every day life, I can help you.
Ask a member of the team at Places Gym Preston for more details or call us on 01772 315670.
Exercise Referral
Exercise Referral is a formalised method of enabling those with certain medical conditions, and health risks, to access exercise in a safe and effective manner. Having been referred by a registered health professional you have the reassurance of knowing that physical activity is considered to be appropriate for you.
Proudly supporting the We Are Undefeatable movement
Exercise referral scheme
About the programme
Engaging in regular physical activity can positively impact weight management, mental wellbeing, heart health and muscle and joint functions. Being active not only helps manage existing health conditions but also serves as a preventive measure against other health complications.
Exercise Referral offers an ideal opportunity for individuals with long-term health conditions to increase their physical activity and enhance their overall health and wellness.
Our Exercise Referral membership offers an initial 12-week support programme, tailored to empower individuals to self-manage their conditions with increased confidence.
Who is eligible for the Exercise Referral membership?
Individuals with a range of long-term health conditions, such as asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, osteoporosis and rehabilitation from Covid-19, are welcome to participate in the Exercise Referral Scheme.
How to enrol
If you have a long-term health condition, including those mentioned above, simply consult your GP, nurse, physio, social prescriber or other healthcare practitioner. If you meet the eligibility criteria, they can refer you to your preferred Places Leisure centre.
The Exercise Referral programme comes at a discounted rate & offers great value for money. Please speak to a member of the team regarding prices & payment options available to you.
What is included in the Exercise Referral programme?
Our programme gives you access to expert guidance and exercise prescription from a qualified instructor. Your journey on the programme will include:
- Initial health assessment from a qualified instructor
- Support on exercise goals and techniques
- Personalised guidance and encouragement
- Drop-in supervised support sessions
- Ongoing support & advice
- Access to the gym
- Group exercise classes
We want to support your health for the long-term and you will have the opportunity to continue your membership with us after your 12 weeks programme.
Are you a Health or Social Care Practitioner that would like more information on the Places Leisure Exercise Referral programme? Please click here for more details on referring into this programme.
Accessibility in the gym
Accessibility is important to us at Places Gym Preston, and wheelchairs can be used throughout our gym. We offer a range of equipment suitable for wheelchair users who are able to transfer out of their chair, these include:
Junior fitness
We believe a physically active child is much more likely to become a physically active adult. We run supervised sessions for children aged 11-15 years to attend.
An induction will need to be completed at each centre to be used
Junior fitness
We believe a physically active child is much more likely to become a physically active adult. We run the following supervised sessions for children aged 11-15 years to attend:
Session times:
- Tuesdays 4.00pm - 5.00pm
All junior gym users must complete a group introduction before using the gym independently. These sessions last 30 minutes and can be booked with a member of our team when joining.
Once a junior member has completed their introduction and received programme advice they can attend outside the above supervised sessions with a parent/guardian or appropriate adult (18+) on a ratio of a maximum four juniors per adult.
Please note that if attending the gym with an adult, juniors will not be able to stay past 6.00pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.