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Nicky Smith

Steve Campbell — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:34:49 +0000

I joined Diana’s in October last year, hoping to get myself moving a bit more. At the time, I was extremely overweight, very unfit, and still suffering from the effects of Long Covid. From the very beginning—when I admitted I probably wouldn’t even be able to swim one length—I was met with nothing but encouragement. I was told that every length counted, and that I could swim one, then walk one. Not once did I feel judged, self-conscious, or like I didn’t belong.

By February this year, I decided to start taking GLP-1 medication to support my weight loss while continuing with my swimming. I’d gone from struggling to swim a single length to swimming 30 lengths twice a week. Slowly but surely, my confidence began to grow.

While swimming helped improve my fitness, by April I realised I needed more support. After speaking with the staff, I was introduced to Boe and began weekly 45-minute personal training sessions. To hold myself accountable, I bought a block of 10 sessions—half expecting I wouldn’t stick with it. Incredibly, I actually enjoyed the sessions. Me—enjoying exercise! Boe tailored each session to my abilities, while still challenging me to work hard.

After Boe left, I continued my PT sessions with Hayley, who also adapts everything to my level while encouraging me to push further—lifting and pressing more than I ever imagined possible. My fitness has improved dramatically, along with my confidence—not just in how I feel about myself, but in what my body is capable of.

To date, I’ve lost over 3 stone, reversed my type 2 diabetes, and lowered my blood pressure. Most importantly, I can now walk with purpose—without getting breathless—and feel proud of how far I’ve come.

I genuinely don’t believe I’d have this level of fitness, confidence, or improved mental health without the incredible support from everyone at Diana’s. My journey is far from over, but for the first time, I truly believe I’m going to make it.

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Tracy Mallon

Millie Smart — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:25:06 +0000

I have been a member at Diana’s on and off for about 15 years. Ive tried other gyms and I just come back to Diana’s every time. The vibe here is fab, simply great people, great instructors & great classes. I never feel self conscious as everyone is always warm and welcoming and I think I have a belly laugh with at least one person every time I visit. I’m loving my pump and spin classes with gorgeous Carl and my fitness has improved enormously. I use the gym and if I need any guidance or assistance, the team are on hand to share their wealth of knowledge. There really is nowhere better to improve your mood, or meet new friends, which I have made many friends for life over the years and continue to do so.

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Karen Littlechild

Millie Smart — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:27:21 +0000

I appreciate everyone’s encouragement and acknowledgement of my current achievements. Diana’s has been a sanctuary for me. Giving up my life back home and moving to a new country is a huge task and continual battle of missing home. However, Diana’s allows me to escape and focus on my fitness journey, with the extra aid of such friendly and helpful staff especially Michelle and Jayne on reception always so cheerful and welcoming. Jade for her encouragement, the friendly regular morning gym members, finally my awesome trainer Olly who pushes me, sessions are never boring, and encourages me. Although I think he thought I lost the plot when I told him I entered to do a Marathon. I like to push myself to keep motivated and stay focused on my overall goals (few more challenges in the pipeline).

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Emma Stills

Richard Harris — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 11:24:58 +0000

I first started doing HIIT classes with Miri about 2 years ago. Since then I’ve lost 2 stone. Just over a year ago I started doing PT sessions with him and I have become much stronger. My sessions with him are hard and during the whole 30 minutes I hate him and he is my least favourite person! But when it’s over I know that he has pushed me to help me get the best out of myself.

He helps keep me on track with what I eat too and when I’m not so good he makes sure I know about it!!! But honestly, without him, I wouldn’t be anywhere near as strong or as healthy as I am now.

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Groupon User

Richard Harris — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:27:33 +0000

A nice gym, not too busy that you can’t use all the equipment. I go there and don’t feel that I’m being judged by other gym users or staff which is really nice. I would recommend this gym.

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Bernice Rose

Richard Harris — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:27:33 +0000

All the staff are friendly, helpful and welcoming. Best gym so far.

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Sam Balment

Richard Harris — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:27:33 +0000

Started a couple of months ago and now there most days. Good gym, nice pool and friendly staff.

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Sylvia Honegan

Richard Harris — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:27:33 +0000

Thank you to everyone at Diana’s Health & Fitness, here’s to me freeing myself from another stone, nothing can stop me now.

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Anna Rice

Richard Harris — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:27:33 +0000

I was a member of another local gym but decided to take a look at Dianas following good feedback that I had heard from their customers.

I made an appointment to take a look around the club and was impressed with what I saw so decided to join.

Alex was really helpful. He explained the contract clearly, helped me complete the relevant forms and answered any questions that I had. He explained the payment process and when monies would be collected each month. He made the whole joining experience easy and hassle free for me (someone who hates completing paperwork).

Since joining the club I have found Alex to be really helpful and he always has a smile on his face whatever time of the day it is. If I have any queries he will always ensure that he answers them for me even if it means having to investigate and call me back.

You can see that he takes pride in his work and this is reflected in his outstanding customer service. He is a real credit to Dianas.

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A Diana’s Member

Richard Harris — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:27:33 +0000

I joined the gym in February 2013 as I needed to lose weight, over the years I had a few memberships at gyms around the county, Virgin, Banatyne’s and the list goes on, but I never really achieved anything at them because I never really felt as if I belong. However since joining Diana’s Health & Fitness, I have felt right at home, I love going to the gym now it’s no longer a chore. Everyone was and still are so welcoming and very encouraging; Trace especially has changed my life I enjoy her Pilates classes so much as I know they are working because since February I have lost a stone in weight. I feel free again, not only do I not look 50 years old I don’t feel it anymore.

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