About Lyons Den Gym (First Choice Fitness)
Lyons Den Gym (First Choice Fitness) is a fully equipped fitness facility offering high-quality training, expert equipment, and a welcoming, results-driven environment for members of all abilities. With over 120 pieces of equipment including Hammer Strength machines, Life Fitness and Watson cardio equipment, state-of-the-art Startrac treadmills and Stairmasters, WATT bikes, and Concept 2 rowers, the gym provides everything needed for serious training.
The facility offers a wide variety of fitness classes throughout the day and evening, from spin sessions that combine sprints, climbs, and bodyweight exercises to yoga and other group training options. Members also have access to numerous personal trainers with varying specialist areas, each dedicated to pushing clients to their limits and maximising their potential. The gym is home to Pontyclun Amateur boxing club and is run by Darren Wilson, who specialises in boxing coaching.
Lyons Den Gym is proud to be a HYROX-affiliated gym, bringing the global fitness race experience to the area. This partnership includes access to Hyrox training classes, nutrition planning, and coaching support for those interested in competitive fitness racing. The facility also features a recently expanded sun bed room for members to relax and recharge post-workout.
Whether you're looking for structured group classes, one-to-one coaching, specialist boxing training, or preparation for competitive fitness events, Lyons Den Gym provides the equipment, expertise, and supportive community to help you reach your fitness goals.
Treatments & Pricing
Gym Membership
24/7 access to gym facilities with state-of-the-art equipment
Personal Training
Expert trainers specialising in fitness, bodybuilding, strength and fat loss
Boxing Club
Pontyclun ABC boxing facility with professional trainers
Gym Facilities
Cardio Room
Treadmills, Stairmasters, crosstrainers, stationary bikes, WATT bikes, rowers
Weights Rooms
Squat racks, deadlift platforms, cable machines, Hammer Strength equipment, free weights
Studio Room
Classes and functional training space with assault bikes and Skierg
Sun Bed Room
Relax and recharge post-workout
Classes
Circuits
Various stations for full body workout, format changes weekly, all fitness levels
Boxing
Boxing-focused class run by specialist trainer
HIIT & Box
Boxing style workout with HIIT explosiveness and weighted exercises
Glutes & Pumps by Body BySi
Weightlifting-focused class for beginners and experienced lifters
Bootcamp
High-intensity workout suitable for all fitness levels
Dirtyshock Spin
Spin meets full body choreography, limited spaces
HIIT Training
High intensity interval training with short bursts and brief rest periods
Spin Classes
45 minutes spinning with sprints, climbs and bodyweight exercises
Legs by Si
HYROX Classes
HYROX Functional Sessions
Expert-led classes combining runs with functional workout stations
Strength & Conditioning
Classes focused on strength, endurance and speed
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Frequently asked questions
What classes do you offer?
We offer an astronomical variety of fitness classes suitable for all abilities, available both morning and evening. Our offerings include Yoga Classes, general Fitness Classes, and 45-minute Spin Classes that combine sprints, climbs, and bodyweight exercises to keep your body constantly challenged.
Do you have personal trainers?
Yes, we have numerous Personal Trainers with varying specialist areas who are dedicated to pushing you to your limits and maximising your potential. We also have specialist boxing coaching run by Darren Wilson, who has trained professional and Bellator fighters.
What equipment do you have?
We're equipped with over 120 pieces of high-quality equipment including Hammer Strength Machines, Life Fitness and Watson Cardio, Ivanko Barbells and Plates, state-of-the-art Startrac treadmills and Stairmasters, WATT Bikes, and Concept 2 rowers.
Are you affiliated with HYROX?
Yes, we're proud to be a HYROX-Affiliated Gym, bringing the global fitness race experience to South Wales. We offer HYROX Training Classes, HYROX Training Coaches, and HYROX Nutrition Plans for those interested in this specialist training.
What makes your gym different?
We're built on a mission of providing high-quality training, expert equipment, and a welcoming, results-driven environment in the heart of Coedcae Lane Industrial Estate. We also host Pontyclun Amateur Boxing Club and have recently expanded to include a Sun Bed Room for members to relax and recharge post-workout.
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