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Evolve Gym and Fitness Studio - Southend

Opened in July 2012, the Evolve gym boasts state of the art equipment and an environment designed to encourage you to exercise.

Located at university square residencies which is only three minutes walk from campus, the fully air conditioned, 300m2 gym has fully qualified and friendly staff on hand at all times should you need any help. 

3D picture of Evolve

The fitness equipment provided by Life Fitness comprises:

Cardio Resistance equipment Free weights
8 treadmills Assisted chin & dip Dumbells
6 upright bikes Chest press Kettlebells
4 cross trainers Leg extension Benches
4 Concept 2 rowers Leg press Half rack
3 Summit trainers Pull down  
2 recumbent bikes Seated row  
  Shoulder press more to
  Leg curl follow
  5 x cable machines  

Take a look at the virtual 3D tour of Evolve Southend [Winzip file 34171 KB]

Evolve Southend CV Equipment  Evolve Southend Entrance

Evolve Southend Free Weights Area 

     

Our experienced Evolve gym instructors work with you from day one to guide you through the equipment and offer advice to keep you motivated and reach your goals.

Aerobics programme

More information on our aerobics programme and class descriptions.

Memberships, payment options and how to join

There are various flexible options, including off-peak memberships and a pay per session option for Evolve and aerobics classes.

More information on memberships and payment options available and how to join.

New salary sacrifice membership option available for staff - for further details please look at how to join.

 

Opening times

Evolve is open seven days a week: Monday-Thursday 0730-2100, Friday 0730-2000, Saturday-Sunday 1000-1800.

Off-peak times

For the purposes of our off-peak memberships, access is permitted from 7.30am up to 3pm Monday to Friday and from 10am up to 3pm at weekends.

 

General information

Please contact the Evolve team on evolvese@essex.ac.uk or 01702 328328 for any queries you may have. 

Rules and regulations

Please refer to our terms and conditions of use [PDF 191KB] to ensure you are using the facilities safely and appropriately. 

 

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