David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds health, fitness and wellness centre at Marham Park appoints general manager
A general manager has been appointed for a new £20 million leisure, health and wellbeing club.
Kristen Westwood has been appointed as general manager for the David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds, currently being constructed off Sandlands Drive at Marham Park.
Mr Westwood will be overseeing preparations for the new club opening this winter.
He joins David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds from a previous general manager role at David Lloyd Fulham, which has recently reopened after a £7 million investment.
Kristen said: “I am delighted to have been appointed general manager for the new club in Bury and I look forward to growing a thriving community of members.
“The new club will provides members with world-class facilities ranging from our state-of-the-art gym equipment to the relaxing spa retreat and an extensive suite of group exercise classes.
“The facilities available at David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds provide something for everyone, no matter your age or ability, and I look forward to joining our new members on their health and wellbeing journey.”
In addition to the 100 plus station gym, David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds will offer a wide range of signature group exercise classes, including the popular family group classes.
The includes REBELS, which is a family-friendly adaptation of the Clubs’ exclusive range of classes, aimed at parents and children aged between eight and fourteen years.
The new club will also feature indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis and padel courts, tennis and swimming coaching for adults and children, and a timetable of children’s activities and sports coaching.
An indoor and outdoor spa retreat will showcase the club’s wellness offering, including a variety of experiences and rooms such as a Himalayan Salt Sauna, a Rainforest Experience Shower, a revitalizing citrus steam room, a serene ice cave, a plunge pool, and a hydrotherapy pool.
David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds will also house a stylish outdoor terrace and clubroom, including a family zone and indoor soft play area for children.
There will also be a business lounge that offers an alternative to working from home. A menu of smoothies, coffees, and kids’ meals will also be on offer, and ordered on the David Lloyd Clubs App, delivered direct to members tables.
Memberships for the new David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds opened to the public on June 1 and the club says there has already been a high level of interest.
Kristen added: “I’m looking forward to bringing my years of experience with David Lloyd Clubs to our newest location in Bury St Edmunds.
“Over my time with the company, I’ve worked at eight different clubs in various roles and most recently supported the reopening of our fully renovated and prestigious Fulham Club.
“The opening of a club is exciting for all involved and the interest David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds has seen already shows the desire for a health and wellness facility in the area. I can’t wait to welcome members through the doors of the club later this year.
“We are committed to supporting the local area and our ongoing recruitment drive ahead of the new Club opening is a great opportunity for those looking to join a thriving, fast-paced fitness environment.”
The club is also running an introductory membership offer.
