5 /5 Zaid Hassan: A Gem of a Gym with Exceptional Staff and Atmosphere!
I joined HITIO Gym Hoxton not long ago after switching from another local gym, and the experience has been nothing short of fantastic.
The Staff:
Tim, the owner, is an incredibly friendly and nice guy. Its clear how much he cares about his gym, ensuring its always clean and well-maintained. Tim is very specific about the crowd and maintaining good vibes, creating an uplifting and welcoming environment. He personally checks the gym frequently, fostering a space for serious exercisers. The staff are also amazing. Giannis’ kickboxing classes, both normal and beginners, deserve 5 stars. Stefan’s beginner class is top-notch, filled with technique and knowledge. Peter is also very nice and friendly. John, who I haven’t taken a class with yet, is extremely friendly and even convinced my partner to try it out. I cant praise them enough for making me feel so welcome. This gym has made working out far more fun than ever before.
About the Community:
The sense of community at HITIO Gym Hoxton is truly special. The crowd here is lovely, filled with people who genuinely want to work out and support each other. Its refreshing to be in a place where everyone is enjoying their workouts, creating a positive and inclusive environment free of toxic masculinity. The community vibe makes every visit enjoyable and motivating, fostering connections and friendships among members. I LOVE THAT.
About the Space:
Located beautifully by the canal, the gym offers a restricted entrance for added security. Sometimes, classes are held outside when the weather is nice. The gym is reasonably sized and never too busy, with a variety of stations so I rarely have to wait. The place is always clean, with a wide range of equipment including kettlebells, exercise balls, BOSU balls, medicine balls, foam rollers, elastic bands, dumbbells, and barbells. They have many stations for squats, bench presses, and cable machines. While there are some machines for legs, the focus is more on cable machines and free weights, which is perfect.
Theres also a martial arts area available for use when classes arent in session, a perfect spot for stretching or practicing boxing and kickboxing. The cardio machines, like treadmills, face the canal, offering a beautiful view. On nice days, they even take the ski, bike, and rowing machines outside.
And it doesnt end there. After tough workouts, the steam sauna (with eucalyptus) and the regular sauna are perfect for unwinding and relaxing.
Im truly happy to have found such a gem and hope the standards remain this high!
