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Oldham Community Leisure launches budget gym brand
Oldham Community Leisure (OCL), which manages 14 leisure facilities on behalf of the local council in Oldham, will open its first budget gym later this year.
The Glogym-branded facility will be housed at OCL's existing Glodwick Pool site and facilities will include a newly-installed 19-station gym with CV equipment from Technogym and a resistance kit zone as well as a free-form swimming pool.
Memberships will be made available at £14.99 per month; £59.99 for three months; and £165 for 12 months. All membership packages include use of the gym and pool; swimming lessons; access to organised men- and women-only exercise sessions; and water-based exercise classes.
For an additional fee, members can access nutritional support and on-line personal training.
The 860sq ft (80sq m) Glogym will be located adjacent to two GP practices and according to OCL chief executive, Ian Kendall, the intention is to form a vibrant exercise referral programme at the club.
"Glogym represents a bold step into combining a budget gym concept with the health needs of the community." he said.
"Glogym's immediate catchment is characterised by chronic ill-health and a high prevalence of coronary heart disease. It is hoped that this affordable option will make a significant impact in improving the wellbeing and health of the people living in the area."