Being a co-op member
One member shares their experience of BCG and why they decided to become a member of the co-op.
Introduction to Indian Clubs Workshop
We are so excited to present this rare opportunity to learn to use one of the most ancient fitness tools – Indian clubs.
Ode to the strength circuit
When you arrive at Bristol Co-operative Gym (BCG), you enter a Grade II listed building and stand in front of a stage. A vast plyboard floor and a series of old sofas and chairs lies between you and it. For the last 5 years we’ve been training here at All Hallows Hall, but what the …
3rd World Sports Club Report: Orienteering
In which our four intrepid attendees have a go at orienteering…
2nd World Sports Club Report: Tiro Con Honda & Ringtennis
On a sunny Sunday afternoon, we convened at the top of Eastville Park. After having a go on Nic’s recumbent, everyone started trying out the shepherd’s slings while Leila and I marked out the last of the Ringtennis courts between a father and son practicing football and a group playing frisbee. As the tennis and …
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1st World Sports Club Report: Benthik & Lapta
A report from the rain-soaked inaugural World Sports Club on 4th October.
Training and Your Pelvic Floor
Last year we hosted a Pelvic Floor Health Café with Helen Hodder, a physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor function. Our coach Guy has written up his notes from the workshop, with an introduction to the pelvic floor, how to develop control of these muscles, and how to apply this knowledge in your strength training.
Our Story So Far
Our coach Guy was invited to speak at the Bristol Radical Herbal Gathering on the theme of collective approaches to wellbeing, alongside other excellent Bristol projects. It was a good chance to lay out the reasons for setting up the gym and why we feel there is a need for a co-operative model within the fitness industry.
Going to a Normal Gym as Someone Who Has Never Gone to the Gym Before
Our member Steph shares some thoughts about going to a normal gym after attending our Strength Circuit sessions.
On Being A Co-op Member
Anyone who trains with us is welcome to become a member of our co-operative and help us make our dream gym. If you’re not sure if membership is for you, Rachel Hahn has written an article describing her experience of joining.