About Us

Built for the people of Plympton

We started Transform because we believed the local community deserved a gym that actually felt good to walk into — whatever your background, age, or fitness level.

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Everyone deserves to feel strong, healthy, and welcome.

Our story

Why we built Transform

We've all experienced the gym that makes you feel out of place — where you're unsure what to do, feel judged for not knowing, and end up stopping before you've really started. We wanted to do something different.

Transform was built from the ground up for people who aren't natural gym-goers. For people returning after years away. For people who've never set foot in a gym. For people who tried other gyms and felt invisible.

What we've built is a community — genuinely warm, knowledgeable coaches, a group of members who cheer each other on, and a space where you always know you belong.

What we stand for

Our values

These aren't words on a wall. They're the decisions we make every single day about how we run the gym and how we treat our members.

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Inclusion, always

A gym where everyone feels welcome isn't just a nice idea — it's the foundation of everything we do. We actively work to make sure no-one ever feels left out or left behind.

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Honest coaching

No magic fixes, no impossible promises. We believe in honest guidance, sustainable habits, and helping you build a relationship with fitness that lasts a lifetime.

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Community first

The Transform community is something our members talk about constantly. The friendships made here are real, and we think that's the most important thing we've built.

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Qualified coaches

Every coach at Transform is fully qualified and undergoes regular continuing professional development. We invest in our team so they can invest in you.

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We genuinely care

We remember your name, your goals, and how you're feeling. That's not a policy — it's just who we are. Come and see for yourself.

Meet the team

The coaches behind Transform

Qualified, passionate, and genuinely proud of this place. They're the reason people keep coming back.

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James Ashworth
Founder & Head Coach

James founded Transform with one mission: to create a gym where absolutely anyone could feel at home. With 12 years in the industry, he still coaches most mornings and knows every member by name.

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Emma Lewis
Group Training & Wellness Coach

Emma leads our yoga, Pilates and wellness sessions. Her warm, encouraging style makes her classes the favourite for members who were nervous about group fitness. She's also the reason our community board exists.

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Ryan Moore
Strength & Conditioning Coach

Ryan's HIIT and boxing classes are consistently our most booked. His energy is infectious, and he has a rare ability to push members beyond what they thought possible while keeping every session fun.

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Come and meet us

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