Arc

I come to the Arc a lot, although I don’t use the gym facilities (Glasgow Roller Derby use the main halls for training). So apologies, I don’t actually know what the gym space is like apart from being able to see the people on their bikes at the window that overlook the gym hall!
The staff on reception are always friendly and helpful. The foyer has a drinks machine that only sells lucozade/​sports drinks which can be a downer if you forgot your water and don’t like sports drinks. There is now barrier entry meaning you need a swipe card to go in and out, obviously to keep non-​members out of the gym.
The main hall is big enough to fit two basketball courts, or one roller derby track with seating. The floor is nice to skate on, if not a little slippy but you get used to it quickly. We sometimes train in the smaller hall with black flooring which is more slippery but has a full length mirror down the length of the room so you can check out you’re in proper derby stance (handy!).
The best thing about the Arc is the changing area and toilets, they are always clean and tidy. People seem to respect the space and don’t leave rubbish lying around. Big props to the staff who keep these spaces tidy when I’m sure there must be loads of people using these areas.
When I train at the Arc I park on Milton Street behind Glasgow Cali and walk through the campus as it’s cheaper than parking at Concert Square. It’s free on a Sunday and after 6pm during the week.

The Arc is a gym that acts as part and on the campus of Glasgow Caledonian University. There is an ample gym on the upper level with a spin area which runs frequently. The weights area is always full of sweaty and very muscley students, which can be a bit off putting when you are a a non-​muscle bound girl like me.
There are also a few large halls where there are classes on all day and also all sorts of sports such as fencing, badminton and even thai boxing, all of which you can take part in.
The membership was quite a bit more for non-​students than students, but probably still worth it.

This is a great gym with good equipment and two halls with a good timetable of scheduled exercise classes ongoing including my favourite, Boxercise.
It’s not just for students, though it is alot cheaper for Glasgow Caledonian students and alumni. Their website boasts over half of the customers are people who work or live nearby.
The changing rooms are spacious which is a must for me, and they do towel hire.
As well as the gym and exercise classes, the Arc is home to several sports clubs with sport and exercise being a major focal point of University life at Glasgow Caledonian.
What you might not know about this place, or might not expect anyhow, is that they also do hairdressing with discounts for GCU staff and students, as well as senior citizens.
The missus has been here a few times, and with regular satisfaction.
There is also a Beauty Spa, where you can get waxing done, tanning, massages and all the other indulgences that accompany surrendering your body over to these people. The missus, again, has been here several times without cause for complaint.
A great place that is always full of life.