Looking for a strength and conditioning gym in Nottingham?
Structured strength training. Expert coaching. Strength & fitness for life.
Principal Athletic is an independent strength and conditioning gym in Colwick, Nottingham, offering fully coached group training and personal training built around progressive programming. Every session is designed to help you get stronger, fitter and more confident.
Principal Athletic was created to be different from the typical gym experience. We wanted to build a place where people can train hard, make genuine progress and actually enjoy going to the gym.
WHO WE’RE FOR
We welcome everyone. But we’re not for everyone.
Principal Athletic is built for people who:
Want to get stronger and fitter but want to do it intelligently and sustainably
Want structure and progression in their training
Are willing to be coached and want to improve
Have tried commercial gyms but are unmotivated, bored and/or not making progress
Want to feel physically capable, confident and strong
If you want to level up your training, you’re in the right place.
Your first session is free, book now and experience Principal Athletic.
A better way to train starts here
We’ve built a complete training system designed to develop every aspect of your fitness.
Our three core class programmes - Principal Hypertrophy Training (PHT), Athletic and Fitness are carefully programmed to complement one another, giving you the flexibility to train in different ways while following one structured approach.
That means you haven’t got to figure out getting better at everything on your own. It also means better recovery and more consistent progress - whether you’re training for strength, fitness or both.
If you’re ready to jump in, book a free class.
Principal Hypertrophy Training (PHT) A structured strength programme built around progressive resistance training and functional bodybuilding principles.
Athletic: Our complete strength and conditioning programme combining coached strength training, skills and conditioning workouts.
Fitness conditioning focused sessions designed to improve engine and work capacity.
If you aren’t sure which class is right for you, we recommend starting with Athletic, as it gives you the best introduction to our coaching style, programming and community. If you’re main goal is building strength and muscle, Principal Hypertrophy Training (PHT) may be a better starting point.
More than just a gym.
More than just a gym.
More ways to achieve your goals
While our coached group programmes are at the heart of Principal Athletic, we also offer additional support for those looking for a more personalised approach.
Personal training
One to one coaching completely tailored towards your goals, experience and schedule.
Contact us via the box at the bottom to enquire.
Nutrition coaching
Practical nutrition support to help you build sustainable habits and support your training with Principal Nutrition.
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Absolutely! Our programmes are designed to be adaptable for all abilities and scalable to all experience levels and our experienced coaches will be on hand to help you every step of the way.
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We share some similarities, including coached group training and conditioning, but our focus is structured strength and conditioning with progressive programming. Our programming also includes olympic lifting, gymnastics, bodyweight
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No. We coach people of all abilities and adapt training to your current level.
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We are based in Colwick, Nottingham, serving members from Colwick, Netherfield, Carlton, Gedling, Burton Joyce, West Bridgford and surrounding areas.
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Yes. All of our programmes are designed to work together, allowing you to mix sessions throughout the week without simply doing more volume for the sake of it.
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We run classes 6 days a week. To see what classes we run at Principal Athletic, see our Schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not sure where to start?
Whether you’re unsure which programme to choose, new to this style of training or simply want to know what to expect, we’ll answer your questions and help you find the best starting point.
Leave your details below and a good time to contact you and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
Find us
Address: Unit 3, Armitage Business Park, 3 Park Road, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2TB
Principal Athletic is based in Colwick, on the Armitage Business Park in Nottingham (opposite the big Sainsbury’s). We have plenty of free parking right outside of the gym.
Our gym is easily accessible from across the city including:
Netherfield (less than 5 minutes drive)
Gedling
Burton Joyce
Bingham
West Bridgford
Nottingham city centre
Ready to start?
If you’re looking for a strength and conditioning gym in Colwick, Nottingham where you can train with purpose, get stronger and become part of a welcoming community, we’d love to meet you.