I've never set foot in a gym
“I think that the coaches have been really kind to me and really patient with me because I think the fear was coming off me when I first arrived.”Bev, started at 55
Small group personal training Guildford & Godalming The best hour of your day.
Coached strength sessions in groups of up to six, at our gym on the Old Portsmouth Road between Guildford and Godalming. New members start with a 30 Day Trial.
5.0 from 90 Google reviewsGroups of up to 6Open since 2021
00:00Arrive
We set out to build the friendliest gym people have ever visited. A coach runs every session, there are never more than six of you, your programme is written for you, and the coffee bar is where everyone ends up afterwards. Five years in, members still say that when they walk through the door, someone knows their name.
Patch Fitness, Heyworth Business Park. Opened in 2021 in a room above Guildford Rugby Club.05:00Warm-up
Is Patch right for me?
If you'd like to get stronger with a coach beside you, it probably is. Plenty of our members started out nervous, out of practice or new to all of it.
I pay for a gym and never go
“I didn't really know what equipment to use, how to use it, how to structure the sessions.”Kalvin, on life before Patch
The menopause has knocked my strength
“I am well into the menopause and felt like I was becoming a weak marshmallow… I have never felt intimidated or pressured, only ever encouraged.”Avril Munford, Google review
I'm coming back from injury or illness
“I found Patch post my breast cancer treatment, as I was looking to get back into exercise safely… The coaches took their time to build my confidence.”Libby Summers, Google review
I can't see where I'd fit it in
“So don't worry about whether you're going to be able to fit it in.”Lisa, who commutes to London
I train already and want structure
“I can see the session in the app, I book onto it, turn up and work [hard] for an hour.”Mark D, Google review
15:00Strength
What is small group personal training?
A personal training session shared with up to five other people. Your coach writes the programme, runs the session and watches every rep.
You get a PT's eye on your technique, a programme that changes every four weeks so you can see your progress, and a group of people who'll notice when you're not there. Each session lasts just under an hour.
How the training works
Every rep coached
Full-body strength sessions in groups of up to six. The coach knows your numbers, your niggles and what you did last week.
A plan built around you
You start with a 1-1 evaluation. From there your coach tracks your progress and checks in on nutrition, sleep and the rest of your week.
People who notice
Games days, run clubs, quiz nights and the coffee bar. Members say the people are what keep them coming back.
How an hour runs, roughly
00:00
The stretch
Say hello, fill your water bottle and loosen off with the group.
05:00
Warm-up
Built around the lifts you're about to do.
15:00
Heavy set
The main lift of the block. Your coach sets the weight with you and watches every rep.
35:00
Second set
Supporting work, at your level, with the coach moving round the group.
45:00
Finisher
A short, hard push to finish together. Then the coffee bar.
40:00Finisher
Members' stories, in their own words
Fifteen members on where they started and what changed.
5.0
Average from 90 Google reviews. Every one is five stars.
6
The most people in a small group session.
44
Small group sessions a week, from 6am.
5yrs
Since we opened in a room above a rugby club.
★★★★★Fantastic team and having the small group PT has made all the difference to my training - experts guiding you through each exercise is a game changer
★★★★★LOVE. Wanted to hate it, tried very hard to avoid it. Now adore my workouts twice a week with some fantastic trainers and a gorgeous group of members. I love an exercise class for the competition aspect and this provides just that but also builds my…
★★★★★Patch fitness is a great gym with PT classes that are fun and personal. The coaches are so kind and patient. I was new to the gym world and they have been so attentive in my progress. Anyone thinking about joining a gym should think of Patch
★★★★★Borrowing from a well-known advert, this gym isn't any old gym, this is Patch gym. It's super clean, really welcoming, every machine works, all members of staff are consistently professional and the exercises are challenging, varied and fun. You owe it to…
★★★★★Patch is the community I didn’t realise I needed. Life is full with family and work, but making time to work out here has made such a difference to me. The environment is fun, encouraging and full of the best people - coaches and members. I’ve never been this…
★★★★★It's my 1 year anniversary, to the day, of being a Patch Fitness member and I have to say, I still look forward to every session. Being guided by such dedicated and knowledgable coaches - surrounded by the friendliest fellow members. I feel positive…
★★★★★Patch Fitness is a great place to learn and develop your overall fitness. I initially signed up in July 25 primarily for strength training and it has provided that and much more! The small group Personal Training is a great model of getting personal training…
★★★★★I joined Patch in March having been booked into a trial class by a friend. I did the months trial and was hooked. Patch is more than a gym, it's a community. The coaches are ace, people are friendly and welcoming and there's tons of opportunities for fitness…
★★★★★I’ve been training at Patch Fitness for the last 2 months following their introductory trial and it has been a fantastic experience. The standard of coaching and programming has been excellent, providing an opportunity for all fitness levels to improve. The…
★★★★★Great facility with great coaches who always make you feel welcome and help you achieve your goals. Would recommend to anyone!
★★★★★Absolutely love this place! Highly recommend 👌 The people are great, the vibes are even better, and you always feel so welcome 🙏 If you're looking for a gym with a real sense of community, this is the one!
★★★★★Simply awesome. Friendly trainers and classes are challenging but in a really great way! I’ve noticed changes in muscle mass since starting here. Coffee is great too!
★★★★★I’ve been at Patch about 5 months now and really love the sessions.. not a phrase I would ever think I would say as I’ve previously avoided Gyms!!!!. Everyone is so friendly, inclusive and welcoming.. I’d highly recommend anyone to give it a try.. you won’t…
★★★★★This place has changed my life. Simple as that really. Great people who really care about your health & progress in a very personal, non judgemental way, which is incredible given the growth of the community. A special place to be part of which is all down to…
★★★★★Fantastic team and having the small group PT has made all the difference to my training - experts guiding you through each exercise is a game changer
★★★★★LOVE. Wanted to hate it, tried very hard to avoid it. Now adore my workouts twice a week with some fantastic trainers and a gorgeous group of members. I love an exercise class for the competition aspect and this provides just that but also builds my…
★★★★★Patch fitness is a great gym with PT classes that are fun and personal. The coaches are so kind and patient. I was new to the gym world and they have been so attentive in my progress. Anyone thinking about joining a gym should think of Patch
★★★★★Borrowing from a well-known advert, this gym isn't any old gym, this is Patch gym. It's super clean, really welcoming, every machine works, all members of staff are consistently professional and the exercises are challenging, varied and fun. You owe it to…
★★★★★Patch is the community I didn’t realise I needed. Life is full with family and work, but making time to work out here has made such a difference to me. The environment is fun, encouraging and full of the best people - coaches and members. I’ve never been this…
★★★★★It's my 1 year anniversary, to the day, of being a Patch Fitness member and I have to say, I still look forward to every session. Being guided by such dedicated and knowledgable coaches - surrounded by the friendliest fellow members. I feel positive…
★★★★★Patch Fitness is a great place to learn and develop your overall fitness. I initially signed up in July 25 primarily for strength training and it has provided that and much more! The small group Personal Training is a great model of getting personal training…
★★★★★I joined Patch in March having been booked into a trial class by a friend. I did the months trial and was hooked. Patch is more than a gym, it's a community. The coaches are ace, people are friendly and welcoming and there's tons of opportunities for fitness…
★★★★★I’ve been training at Patch Fitness for the last 2 months following their introductory trial and it has been a fantastic experience. The standard of coaching and programming has been excellent, providing an opportunity for all fitness levels to improve. The…
★★★★★Great facility with great coaches who always make you feel welcome and help you achieve your goals. Would recommend to anyone!
★★★★★Absolutely love this place! Highly recommend 👌 The people are great, the vibes are even better, and you always feel so welcome 🙏 If you're looking for a gym with a real sense of community, this is the one!
★★★★★Simply awesome. Friendly trainers and classes are challenging but in a really great way! I’ve noticed changes in muscle mass since starting here. Coffee is great too!
★★★★★I’ve been at Patch about 5 months now and really love the sessions.. not a phrase I would ever think I would say as I’ve previously avoided Gyms!!!!. Everyone is so friendly, inclusive and welcoming.. I’d highly recommend anyone to give it a try.. you won’t…
★★★★★This place has changed my life. Simple as that really. Great people who really care about your health & progress in a very personal, non judgemental way, which is incredible given the growth of the community. A special place to be part of which is all down to…
★★★★★Bloody. Love. This. Place I’ve always exercised regularly but already in under a month the Team at Patch have just turned it up a gear and I’m obsessed! No thought required - turn up, work through the programmes, the PT’s all challenge you which in turn…
★★★★★I really enjoy going to this gym…. Which is something I never thought I’d say! A boutique environment with no ego show, great trainers and a friendly community of fans. If you want all the care and attention of a PT and the sociability that comes from…
★★★★★George, and team, have created a fantastic gym at Patch Fitness. I would highly recommend it. Especially if you were looking for a training environment that supports you to achieve your fitness goals. The small PT classes help foster a great social element…
★★★★★Joining Patch Fitness was the best decision I made when I moved to the area. The coaches are welcoming, personable, and genuinely care about helping you reach your goals with bespoke training tailored to your needs. There’s a real sense of community and…
★★★★★I started Patch Fitness at the beginning of Feb, and am now 7 weeks in. I was looking for a gym which offered me tailored classes, but in group settings ensuring I push myself, and Patch ticked those boxes. I really look forward to every session, love their 4…
★★★★★So much more than just a gym - Patch is such a unique fitness community with the perfect mix of class types and opportunities to push yourself as well as socialise, all led by amazing coaches whose technical expertise is second to none, as well as their…
★★★★★Best gym: SGPT sessions are mapped out and programmed for me and delivered in a super professional way by George and his team. I’ve set clear goals and targets with the amazing team of coaches, achieving the results i need from a gym with the accountability…
★★★★★The friendliest gym with the most incredible, experienced PTs. You'll never feel threatened or nervous. Going to patch changed me physically and mentally, and I wish I had joined sooner
★★★★★I've been training with Patch Fitness for a while now and I can honestly say I always look forward to my sessions. The team has helped me improve both my strength and cardio, and my overall fitness levels have increased significantly. The workouts are tough…
★★★★★I can't recommend Patch highly enough. It's a super welcoming community that really is tailored to all levels. The coaches are fantastic and knowledgeable and adapt programs to suit individual needs, and the programs are interesting and challenging and…
★★★★★I Have been attending classes on Saturdays for a while now… Can honestly say that it’s the best gym around. The coaches are fantastic, always super positive and motivational! Will 100% be coming back
★★★★★It's a community gym, where it's not just about doing a workout. They have a fantastic range of coaches (of varied backgrounds) who have different styles to motivate you, so you don't feel left out of any session.
★★★★★I was looking for a gym with structured workouts and group classes and Patch has absolutely delivered. I achieved solid results in a just a few months and it's the only gym I've joined that I'm genuinely annoyed if I have to miss a session. George and the…
★★★★★The perfect gym! Brilliant coaches, fab atmosphere and effective workouts. The team are so good at ensuring each person is challenged but also totally looked after and leaves feeling great. 100% recommend!
★★★★★Bloody. Love. This. Place I’ve always exercised regularly but already in under a month the Team at Patch have just turned it up a gear and I’m obsessed! No thought required - turn up, work through the programmes, the PT’s all challenge you which in turn…
★★★★★I really enjoy going to this gym…. Which is something I never thought I’d say! A boutique environment with no ego show, great trainers and a friendly community of fans. If you want all the care and attention of a PT and the sociability that comes from…
★★★★★George, and team, have created a fantastic gym at Patch Fitness. I would highly recommend it. Especially if you were looking for a training environment that supports you to achieve your fitness goals. The small PT classes help foster a great social element…
★★★★★Joining Patch Fitness was the best decision I made when I moved to the area. The coaches are welcoming, personable, and genuinely care about helping you reach your goals with bespoke training tailored to your needs. There’s a real sense of community and…
★★★★★I started Patch Fitness at the beginning of Feb, and am now 7 weeks in. I was looking for a gym which offered me tailored classes, but in group settings ensuring I push myself, and Patch ticked those boxes. I really look forward to every session, love their 4…
★★★★★So much more than just a gym - Patch is such a unique fitness community with the perfect mix of class types and opportunities to push yourself as well as socialise, all led by amazing coaches whose technical expertise is second to none, as well as their…
★★★★★Best gym: SGPT sessions are mapped out and programmed for me and delivered in a super professional way by George and his team. I’ve set clear goals and targets with the amazing team of coaches, achieving the results i need from a gym with the accountability…
★★★★★The friendliest gym with the most incredible, experienced PTs. You'll never feel threatened or nervous. Going to patch changed me physically and mentally, and I wish I had joined sooner
★★★★★I've been training with Patch Fitness for a while now and I can honestly say I always look forward to my sessions. The team has helped me improve both my strength and cardio, and my overall fitness levels have increased significantly. The workouts are tough…
★★★★★I can't recommend Patch highly enough. It's a super welcoming community that really is tailored to all levels. The coaches are fantastic and knowledgeable and adapt programs to suit individual needs, and the programs are interesting and challenging and…
★★★★★I Have been attending classes on Saturdays for a while now… Can honestly say that it’s the best gym around. The coaches are fantastic, always super positive and motivational! Will 100% be coming back
★★★★★It's a community gym, where it's not just about doing a workout. They have a fantastic range of coaches (of varied backgrounds) who have different styles to motivate you, so you don't feel left out of any session.
★★★★★I was looking for a gym with structured workouts and group classes and Patch has absolutely delivered. I achieved solid results in a just a few months and it's the only gym I've joined that I'm genuinely annoyed if I have to miss a session. George and the…
★★★★★The perfect gym! Brilliant coaches, fab atmosphere and effective workouts. The team are so good at ensuring each person is challenged but also totally looked after and leaves feeling great. 100% recommend!
52:00Coffee
And then there's the coffee
Most sessions end at the coffee and shake bar in reception. A few dates each year get the whole gym together.
Oct 2026
Five years, twelve 5Ks
For our fifth birthday a 5K left the gym every hour from 5am to 5pm, raising money for Tommy's.
Each autumn
The Anniversary Games
Our birthday every autumn. In 2025, 64 members in eight teams took on three workouts, fuelled by a member's cinnamon buns.
Each March
The Spring Games
Eight teams and workouts written by Head Coach Christian.
Some Fridays
Build & Beers
An evening Build class, then The Cricketers in Farncombe. Skip the workout and meet us at the pub if you like.
Workshops
Back pain and the core
Coach Ben, who runs Core Osteo, teaches members how to look after their backs and build strength from the middle.
Every month
Member of the Month
For showing up. October 2026 went to Jess, for back-to-back double sessions.
The 30 Day Trial
Try us for 30 days
The trial is how everyone starts at Patch, so you can see whether it suits you before you commit to anything.
- 1-1 evaluation with a coach so your programme starts at the right level
- 12 small group PT sessions to use across the 30 days
- Nutrition and lifestyle coaching with regular check-ins
- Every class on the timetable Burn, Build, Hybrid, Super Saturday and more
- No contract and no tie-in when the 30 days end
Start your 30 Day TrialFor first-time members. We keep trial spaces limited each month so every new member gets proper attention.
Questions
Questions people ask before they start
Something else on your mind? Ring 01483 399243 or see every question.
I've never been to a gym. Is Patch for me?
Yes. Plenty of our members had never picked up a dumbbell before their trial, including Bev, who started at 55. Your first session is a 1-1 with a coach, every movement is shown to you, and the weights are set for you, not for the person next to you.
What is small group personal training?
It's a personal training session shared with up to five other people. A coach writes the programme, runs the session and watches every rep, so you get a PT's eye on your lifts and a group to train with. At Patch each session lasts just under an hour and the groups are never bigger than six.
How much does the 30 Day Trial cost?
The trial is a single payment with no contract and no tie-in, and it includes your 1-1 evaluation, 12 small group sessions, nutrition and lifestyle coaching and every class on the timetable. A coach will confirm the current price when they call you about a start date.
Can I train with an injury or a health condition?
Usually, yes. Our coaches adapt sessions around knees, backs, shoulders, diabetes, arthritis and recovery from surgery or illness. We aren't physios, so if you need one we'll refer you to people we trust, including the osteopath and physio clinic in our building.
Am I too old to start lifting weights?
Not at all. Lifting at any age helps keep your bones and muscles strong, and many of our members started in their 50s. Sam is 55 and says she's probably stronger than she's ever been.
What happens after the 30 days?
If you'd like to carry on, your coach will suggest a membership that suits how often you want to train. If Patch isn't for you, that's fine too. There's nothing to cancel and no hard feelings.
Finding us
Where is Patch Fitness?
On the Old Portsmouth Road in Peasmarsh, between Guildford and Godalming. The business park entrance is between the Shell garage and the Skoda garage.
Patch Fitness
Unit 4, Heyworth Business Park, Old Portsmouth Road
Peasmarsh, Guildford GU3 1AF
Unit 4, Heyworth Business Park, Old Portsmouth Road
Peasmarsh, Guildford GU3 1AF
Free parking on site, and free on-street spaces under five minutes' walk away.
Sessions from 6am on weekdays, with the last starting at 7:30pm. Saturdays from 8am. Closed Sundays.
60:00 · Same time next week?
Your first session is a 1-1 with a coach.
Start with the 30 Day Trial: twelve small group sessions, nutrition coaching and every class on the timetable, with no contract.