Are you looking for a gym near you? Then you just need to look over your shoulder to find one. Looking at the key figures from the KvK and CBS, we see that in 2022 there are 4,305 gyms in the Netherlands. More than enough to choose from. But the question is whether all these gyms really suit you. Choosing the right gym is more important than you initially think. You can be quite critical when searching for a gym near you.

Are you suffering from gym choice stress? In this blog, we give you a number of practical tips to pay attention to.

Why choosing the right gym is important

Let's start with a question. What are the chances that you will go to a gym near you 2 to 3 times a week, where you have to wait a long time, feel watched, or where the equipment is outdated? You will probably give up after a few tries. What a shame! With the arrival of alternatives to the gym, the possibilities are endless. Believe us, the right gym is crucial for your motivation and sense of achievement. The best equipment, a pleasant atmosphere, and attention to the smallest details. It can be like that.

How to find the best gym nearby

It varies from person to person what the best gym is for you. Still, there is a checklist of practical questions. That way, you know you are making a well-considered choice for the best gym near you.

Does the gym near you meet:

• Ample opening hours

• Ability to train without having to wait

• Guidance or a personal fitness plan, so you know how to achieve your goal

• Modern, well-functioning, and high-quality sports equipment

• Attentiveness and support to exercise responsibly and injury-free

Do not underestimate the power of the setting and atmosphere. You need to feel comfortable and at home in a gym. This increases the chances that you will return regularly and achieve your fitness goals.

Trust your own feelings

Finding a good gym nearby is easier for some than for others. Perhaps you live in a location where you don't have many options, or perhaps there is too much choice. Therefore, it is important not to simply follow the crowd. Think ahead about what important training facilities are for you. This could be the location, opening hours, or whether it fits within your budget and the possibility of taking a trial lesson. This is the best way to experience the atmosphere and discover if it's a match. The more at home you feel, the greater the chance of a sense of achievement.

Find out if there is a Circle-Fit location near you. With branches throughout the Netherlands, we are often closer than you think. Come by and get to know our unique circuit training. We will have the coffee ready for you.