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"Beginners Find Confidence Without Intimidation"
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At KD Fitness, members consistently highlight the supportive environment that welcomes both beginners and new parents back to fitness.
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Great supportive atmosphere x
Molly was so welcoming for my first session in this gym ☺️
Organised a very challenging workout that pushed everyone in a good way. Was very well detailed in explaining each exercise, breaking down the movements clearly and demonstrating proper form so everyone knew exactly what to do. Throughout the class, they kept everything running smoothly by ensuring to let us know how much time was left for each exercise, which helped the group remain focused and allowed us to move on from one station to the next without confusion. The pace remained intense and challenging in a good way, leaving a sense of achievement once the class was finished. Will be back 😀
Lauren is brilliant! She knows exactly how to motivate you while keeping workouts fun and challenging. During my sessions at KD Fitness, she breaks down each exercise with clear, step-by-step guidance and offers encouragement that genuinely lifts your spirits, even when the workout gets tough. What stands out is how she personalizes the intensity - whether it’s increasing the weight or modifying a move - to match your energy level that day. Because of her, the workouts feel engaging rather than monotonous, making me look forward to each session. Highly recommend training with Lauren!
What did you accomplish today? Yes, you took the time to show me the ropes since it was my first time here. The coach patiently walked me through each exercise, explaining proper form and making sure I felt comfortable before moving on. I appreciated how they noticed when I struggled and offered adjustments to help me avoid injury. It made me feel supported and confident, especially as a beginner. This kind of attention really matters because it turned what could have been an overwhelming experience into a positive, motivating one. I left KD Fitness feeling proud of what I accomplished and excited to come back.
Great class. The Sweat Class certainly does as intended and gets a Sweat on. Good session and all body work out.
Early mornings are always a great session. Katie always makes her way round everyone for a wee catch up. Katie is encouraging and will cheer you on when you push yourself in class. I’m also a sucker for a paired workout 🤭
Karla is always very good at coaching, she always explains what to do in class an is always there to help with anything needed or questions needing answered
Karla was great. Great structured workout pre planned. Karla quickly adjusted the exercises to suit my ability. Things can only get better. 😊 I really enjoyed my first attempt and have signed up for 10 more.
Hi karla The great bunch of people that attend your classes and of course the amendment you make to suit each person is amazing.
Really enjoyed the first class. I felt welcomed and whilst there was no option but to get stuck in from the outset, it wasn't long before getting through the sets. Instructions were clear and Karla suggested alternatives to any exercises that were not right for me. Great class, with what seems like a great community of people.
Another brilliant class by molly who always takes time to explain how to get the best out of your session!!
First class as always. Classes are hard, but everyone encourages which helps to create a great atmosphere. Keep up the good work team KD Fitness.
I went to my first class at KD Fitness and Molly was the coach. I really enjoyed it and Molly was so friendly, helpful and encouraging. An amazing gym with a great atmosphere, I will definitely be back 😁
Class was tough but enjoyable. Looking forward to the next one! 😄
10/10 love katie classes positivity craic & even odd burpee shes very good at her job love the classes & her upbeat vibe
Great class as always
Full body workout with good variety. Enjoying the classes a lot and can slot in on different days and times. Suits all levels.
Great !
Fantastic help to complete beginner. Felt totally as ease and can’t wait to return. Lauren had great patience which was appreciated.
Lauren’s great, a very supportive coach! Very friendly, makes you feel as ease.
Brilliant experience and a very well put together hyrox sim! It was very well set up for every run you came into you knew exactly where you were going, the posters stating how many reps was good and clear and the judges kept you right the whole time. Everyone was very encouraging and reassured you and pushed you on. Some came over and handed you drinks and sweets while you were resting so it was nice to have that support and being taken care of. Really enjoyed the merch and got myself a lovely top! And the food and coffee was so good! Just what you needed after completing a hyrox! The hyrox alone was also a very good decent price to pay for. We were very happy about that as we have done a few local ones and so far it’s being the most reasonably priced one to take part in. The tunes were class and kept you going, would maybe suggest to try and have beats outside for running too as it was tough going out there at times! But overall loved it! Was very well looked after and a deadly set up! Unreal job and well done to the KD team 👏🏻 will definitely be back!!
I really enjoyed the class. It was my first time attending and tbh, I didn’t expect to be greater the way I was. I was made to feel like a regular from the go. Attention to make sure I was comfortable with the wod and also pushed to give my best performance all while the craic was great. A lot of people forget training should be hard and fun and this had both. I signed up when leaving and attended another the next day and it was the same experience. Absolute gem of a gym.
Karla always does the best classes, always greating you with a welcoming smile. Every class is different, meaning you don't get bored so keeps you motivated to keep coming back. Best decision i made joining the KD Fitness community ❤️ anyone thinking of joining should definitely give it a go!
Great coach. Mostly good music lol
This was my first session at KD Fitness. Molly was so lovely & welcoming. I got such a good vibe & really enjoyed the session. Thankyou
Karla was extremely welcoming, encouraging and supportive.
Great class, good gang of people there, easy to follow but felt the burn 👍
First class, really enjoyed it and would recommend!
Class was hard but made more difficult by the poor choice of music.
Great craic, good workout and good sweat built up. ♥️😍
Tough well ran session, motivation at an all time high!
It was a really good fun workout, with a warm welcoming atmosphere. Would highly recommend this gym and the coaching 💪
Excellent
First class back after having my wee boy, Karla was amazing as always and I enjoyed the workout
Really enjoyed the class this morning. Set me up for the day. Looking forward to the next class. 💪
Karla really enjoy the classes doing exercises aye though aye never done
Such an energising and sweaty class, will define be back again :)
Brilliant coaching facility with excellent equipment. Karla makes everyone feel welcome and has created a friendly atmosphere for all to enjoy.
Karla was great as usual!
I really loved this morning, for my first class everyone was so nice and welcoming. I was tough going but I did enjoy it
Amazing! Loved the session
Molly is a great coach and is so friendly and welcoming. She really supportive and pushes us to do our best and push through the weights if she sees us struggling.
Really enjoyed tonight's session based on strength and a nice wee finisher. Always feel challenged to be better than the day before - Karla and the way the classes are push my motivation and I always come away feeling great.
Excellent class. Very welcoming!
Excellent class, really enjoyed it
Always a pleasure even if I almost die 🤣
Fun, interactive class allowing you to workout and feel comfortable from ths moment you entered. Great morning class. Thanks.
First time at KD Fitness and first time doing snatches, brilliant class and coach. I’ll be back.
Fun and hard!!
Starting KDfitness was the best decision I ever made as someone who has always went to the gym but wanted to get into more CrossFit style training! I currently attend the power/skills classes, and all the coaches (+other members) are constantly hyping eachother up throughout workouts, encouraging the heavy lifts. It is the best gym community with sessions altered for all abilities! The best place to meet new people, have a laugh and still have a great workout. Couldn’t recommend more to anyone wanting to start!
Great class-very sweaty and Katie is a top motivator!
Lauren was brilliant. It was my first night and I really really enjoyed the class. I will definitely be signing up next week
Lauren was the coach and she was brilliant, made me feel really comfortable and didn't over complicate things lol
Really good
Katie mclaughin great coach would differently go
Loves how she explains everything to me helps a lot as a beginner in the gym.
Great at explaining workouts to us and made us feel extremely comfortable as new comers.
Really enjoyed my first class! Was hard going but loved it! I’ll definitely be back!
Great job as always
absolutely amazing, what a way to break me in after 2 months off, even made the 5.30am class who am i 😂
First session in the gym tonight, molly was great. Very welcoming and took her time too explain all the exercises
All good, good clear instructions good motivation given
Great class as always 👏
Great class tonight had a mixture of weights and cardio 😊
was great to get back to gym. class was tough but throughly enjoyed it, friendly group people made it so easy to fit into class.. thanks
Mollir
Karla is really friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed her class. Class was tough but fun! 😅
Great class, really easy to follow for a beginner!
Great wee class
Great class, really enjoyed it!!
Great gym, great atmosphere and great craic
First class today at KD Fitness and it was brilliant! I loved every minute of it! Can’t wait to go back for more! Brilliant class by Karla!
Great session as always, always feel amazing after doing a session with you, you give me that push that I need x
Really enjoyed my first class back to exercising in years. Cant wait for the next one 🙌🏼
Thanks for making me feel welcomed in my first class & checking I was ok throughout ☺️
Karla is a great coach always their to give a helping hand,
I had a great first class at KD Fitness, Karla was so inviting and such a great coach.
Really enjoyable
Fantastic loved it defs felt every part of my body
Excellent class , loved it🙌 will definitely be back 😄
Really enjoyed the class can't wait to progress
Great class, all exercises were demonstrated, good stretch session at the end.
Each session is always well explained and can be tailored to your own abilities. Everyone is there to better themselves alongside having a bit of crac!
Great class - Karla top trainer 👍
Great class really enjoyed it
Karla's classes are unreal, I'm so glad I started, a credit to her for running her classes always something different in every class 🙌❤️
Gaffers classes are great, he tailors them to suit everyone, even a novice like me!! I enjoy how the classes are always different I just wish I could ban burpees 🤔🤣 Always leave the class feeling great and looking forward to the next one!
i really loved my class today , the encouragement thought out the class is a great help 😊
The big thing for me at KD Fitness is the inclusivity - as someone who is just getting back into the gym after a break I was worried about my level of fitness and not being able to keep up, but everyone is really supportive and there is no judgement! Karla encourages you to push yourself but in a safe and supportive way A brilliant gym led by a brilliant coach ✨
First class with Karla, really enjoyed it! Slowly easing myself back to training post injury and enjoyed this class, will definitely be back 💪🏻
Every class is always such good craic especially the 7.30pm Tuesday and Thursday- after each session I’m always feeling amazing sweating every bit of me out and I would highly recommend anyone to come to KD Fitness for unreal work workouts and great banter along with it
Really enjoyed my
Brilliant coach always up for a good laugh in class. But always guiding and advising if unsure in class. 💪🏻 had good patience aswell lol 😂
I love Karla’s classes she always makes you feel so welcome and friendly. I love her each class is different every time
Brilliant class ! A workout which you know is improving your fitness but so enjoyable!
Karla’s class tonight was fabulous as always. Every class is different and never boring 😊. The young girl who did the stretching at the end was brilliant I definitely think you should give her a coaching job.
Karla’s class Loved the class, was easy to follow and everyone was lovely. Felt fab after it 😊
Karla’s classes are always challenging and different. Karla always pushes and encourages you to keep going whilst having a laugh.
Was first session and took a push for me to get started, but once I was in the atmosphere and motivation started to come back again, the place was a great atmosphere and friendly.
Gaffer took class this morning. Was brill. Lived it
Only new to Karla class & I loved the first session. So much so I did 3 in the first week! Karla is very welcoming, made me feel at ease & had a great session planned out.
Great experience very welcoming and everything explained and demonstrated well.
Karla is sound, down to earth and makes you feel comfortable in the gym, great atmosphere and workout. First class over and glad I went.
Brilliant as usual, great organisation and prep
Gaffer was great, good session and very friendly coach! Thank You!
Great class this morning. First time with KD Fitness and Karla made me feel very welcome. Thank you.
Brilliant class and brilliant vibe First time back in 2 years And felt soo welcome
Great coach 💕
Great class, loves it, feeling all those devil presses today. Looking forward to getting back in this week , thank you Karla
Just back from a few days on holiday so needed this class to reset. Tough but well worth it, great class.
Karla’s classes are great, they have really helped me get back into my fitness journey. Karla pushes everyone to do their best and helps motivate us all further. The range of exercises keep us all interested and makes classes enjoyable. Highly recommend👍🏻
KD Fitness currently has 226 verified member reviews with an average rating of 4.96 out of 5 stars. All reviews come from real members who have experienced the gym firsthand.
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KD Fitness is located in Claudy, Northern Irelan at 422a Glenshane Rd, Claudy, Londonderry BT47 4BP, UK. Click the address above to get directions.