FitFam Gym
Family-run independent gym focused on strength and conditioning, personal training, and sports massage therapy. Small group classes led by passionate coaches in a supportive environment.
About FitFam Gym
FitFam Gym is a family-run independent gym at Mitre Place in South Shields, run by Carla and Kristie, with an inclusive ethos that welcomes members of all ages and abilities. It focuses on strength and conditioning and offers small group classes with two coaches present in every session to give individual attention. FIT classes build muscular strength, endurance, cardiovascular fitness and overall wellbeing for all levels, while Lift classes concentrate on strength work, technique, movement patterns and mobility. Personal training and sports massage therapy are also available. The gym emphasises safe technique over ego, aiming to provide a supportive, community-minded training environment.
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