Collaborating closely with key stakeholders and the Head of Athletic Development, Daniel Mays. IndigoFitness designed a two-floor facility which seamlessly met Caterham School’s key criteria.

Gym Flooring Mastery

The facility was built on a performance gym floor across both levels to future proof and provide training versatility. Dura-train performance gym flooring tiles not only managed acoustics but also provided a sleek and seamless finish. The school opted for a sports carpet spanning the length of the facility, this provided a space for sprints, plyometrics, and sled usage.

Innovative Design

Downstairs, the strength and conditioning space incorporated innovative solutions.

The client wanted both open floor space in addition to access of a range of apparatus, therefore the main design challenge would be to ensure all kit requirements were met without making the room feel cramped through inclusion of large foot-print equipment. This was achieved in a number of ways, primarily IndigoFitness took the structural challenges within the room (Pillars) and wrapped both storage and cable systems around them to make them a feature in the space. Other bespoke storage solutions included, barbell storage and attachment storage in the racks enabled a home for all items keeping the floor space clutter free.

Upstairs on the mezzanine, a variety of conditioning options were introduced catering to both students and the public during off-school hours. The commercialisation of the gym meant there was also a need for pin-loaded items to appease this popular training method. Leg press, lat-pull down, chest press and shoulder press, all of which included the yellow moving part theme to help with inductions.

A standout within the space is the bespoke & custom RAZE dual pulley, lat pull-low row & storage system which sits centre in the room and showcases attention to detail. The brief was to have as many working stations on this as possible whilst also providing numerous pull up options which added to the items versatility.

Clever Use of Colour

Another clever feature within the space was the use of the Caterham colour scheme. The colour scheme cleverly helps the students identify which parts on the machines are moving or adjustable parts. This was achieved by making all the moving parts a separate colour to the main frame. In this instance, the yellow parts would be adjustable or moving with the black parts being static. This small but important detail helps with student induction and education of the machines. Furthermore the attention to detail within the facility with stainless steel weight indicators on every piece of storage allows students to easily identify where specific pieces belong. Including barbell, dumbbell and kettlebell weight labels, all of which make inductions into the gym simple and ensure everything is replaced after use.

Versatile Equipment Integration

Every aspect of the facility had to be considered to maximise floor space and ultimately ensure it was fit for large numbers of students. All equipment was carefully planned and products integrated where possible. An example of this being the RAZE Zenith Full Racks where clever attachments such as; prone row benches, grapplers, dip stations and band pegs in addition to storage solutions for gym balls, fractional plates and barbells make for a really versatile area within the gym. The racks were also connected to provide a space for TRX or rings to be used, providing a working space where traditionally may have been dead space.

Personalised Brand Aesthetics

Personalisation through use of the Caterham brand was an important visual throughout. Frames & upholstery boasting the school name, emblem and yellow and black colour scheme. Bespoke inset lifting platforms with the school emblem. Finally custom dumbbells and bumper plates really finished the facility off giving it a really unique and high-end finish.