The Gym Group Birmingham Broad Street

I've been a regular for over 2 years now. Yes, it's a budget commercial gym that does suffer from overcrowding during peak times, which I'd recommend you avoid. Unless you're a casual who just wants to feel the burn and go home, which does have its benefits in keeping your joints healthy. Otherwise, you're gonna be waiting around a lot, like you're in a queue for a ride at Disney Land. However, there is enough equipment at this facility to produce impressive and competitive natural physiques, if you know what you're doing and are patient. This gym gets the job done. I also wish they had a pendulum squat and an iso bench machine. But the gym has already maxed out in space.

I like the gym but quantity of each machine needs revamping. cycle machines are barely used and take up lots of space same as pull row machines. increase functional trainer machines because its practically impossible to get at busy times and everyone uses it. A few more chest and shoulder press machines would be good aswell

I've raised issues on multiple occasions via the app feedback form for this gym regarding the heated air conditioning being turned on. It's common sense that we don't put heated air conditioning on (at all) whilst people are working out. This is unacceptable. I don't expect to repeat myself via feedback forms & complaints to onsite PT's regarding this to nothing being done and prompt changes not happening. So, this to me tells me that I've got no other choice but to move gyms. Other issues noted here is the small lockers outside the gym changing rooms, adjacent to the water refilling station. Many of them are faulty. Also, peoples selfish & backwards parking mentality & habits (people parking slanted across 2 spaces with one car) have not been addressed when I've complained about this to The Gym Group & car park management team (SmartParking). I've also raised this issue with my MP for the reasons of when the car park is busy & some people may need closer parking due to disabilities, which doesn't appear to be a priority of The Gym Group. Finally, I've noticed that The Gym Group - Broad Street keeps doing regular closures for 1-3 days but never sets it up to provide me with an alternative gym to use in the interim of the works being carried out. The owner quickly needs to get a grip here & realise that there is significant competition in and around Broad Street with the Hagley Rd, Ladywood & Smethwick gyms down the road with free parking, one of which I'll be joining now as my membership/direct debit with The Gym Group has been cancelled.

Have been training here for six months now, and it is easily the best-kept, best‑equipped gym available around the £20 price point. Other chains charge much more, yet their machines are often out of order, dirty, or poorly maintained, whereas here the equipment is consistently clean, well‑lubricated, and ready to use. I have tried four different gym brands across the UK and this one is by far the most reasonable and the one I recommend the most. The hygiene standards are excellent, and you never see broken machines sitting there for weeks waiting to be fixed. Special mention to the staff member who looks like Arthur Shelby with a moustache, he keeps the place spotless and the free weights always neatly organised. Would highly recommend this gym over the competition, whether you are just starting out or are an experienced lifter looking for a reliable place to train.

I’ve been going to this gym for a year now and it’s easily one of the best in the area. The equipment is always clean and well-maintained, the atmosphere is welcoming, and there’s a great mix of people, The only downside is that it can get a little busy during peak hours, but that’s just a sign of how popular and well-run the place is I suppose. One staff member who really stands out is Suad Ismail She’s always friendly, professional, and genuinely helpful. Whether it’s offering advice on form or just greeting members with a smile, they go above and beyond to make everyone feel comfortable and motivated. It’s clear they care about the members and take pride in their work. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a clean, supportive environment to reach your fitness goals.