BANNATYNE HASTINGS HEALTH CLUB

Location: Hastings, East Sussex
Training Space: Health Club
Operator: Bannatyne
Website: www.army.mod.uk

In partnership with established client Bannatyne, IndigoFitness returned to elevate another training space to a new level of premium, functional performance, seven years after their last refurbishment. With fitness trends evolving and demand for versatile, hybrid training environments increasing, the Bannatyne team needed a future-focused solution to reimagine their gym floor.

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The Situation

Bannatyne Hastings existing training space had not seen a major update in several years. While the previous design had served them well, the gym floor required a refresh to:

Support modern hybrid training modalities like Hyrox.
Expand functional training capacity.
Increase the number of available cable stations.
Create a more engaging and aspirational experience for members.
Maintain premium branding and high design standards consistent with the Bannatyne identity.

In short, the space needed to work harder, look better, and offer more.

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The Solution

IndigoFitness delivered a complete gym floor transformation, focusing on smart space planning and a premium visual aesthetic. Key aspects of the solution included:

Functional Pods: Strategically positioned to maximise open training space in the centre of the room, supporting dynamic movement and group functional workouts.
6 Back-to-Back Stainless Racks: These provided multiple lifting platforms while saving floor space. Integrated platforms were inset to optimise use of the available area.
Single Rack with Integrated Smith Machine: A clever solution combining two key strength training tools into one, streamlining the layout without sacrificing utility.
Custom Cable Stations: Dual Adjustable Pulleys paired with lat pulldown/low row combos to increase capacity while blending with the environment.
Gungnir Collarless Barbells: The full range of Gungnir bars, featuring integrated SlideLock™ collars, was introduced across the gym floor, removing the need for traditional collars. This innovative design improves user experience, safety, and aesthetics, while reinforcing the premium feel of the space.
Personalisation and Branding: Bannatyne’s identity was embedded into the space through custom rack branding, cable shrouds, and lifting platforms, delivering a consistent and premium feel.
Flow and Functionality: The layout encouraged a natural user journey from strength to functional to cable work, supporting hybrid training formats and improving usability.

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The Result

Bannatyne Hastings was transformed into a modern, aspirational training space that not only met but exceeded expectations. Key outcomes included:

Significantly Enhanced Member Experience: Members now have access to more varied, flexible training spaces, with gym equipment that supports both strength and hybrid functional modalities.
Maximised Space Efficiency: By integrating multifunctional equipment and smart layout choices, more usable space was created without compromising training variety.
Elevated Aesthetic and Brand Perception: With customised IndigoFitness gym flooring and equipment and a refined layout, the space reflects Bannatynes premium positioning and design standards.
Prepared for the Future of Fitness: The new layout supports emerging training styles like Hyrox, functional circuits, and small group PT training.