Battle Box launches at David Lloyd Poole

Looking for your next fitness challenge? David Lloyd Poole has just the class for you. This weekend saw the launch of Battle Box, David Lloyd’s new home to outdoor functional fitness and team Total Guide to Poole went down to take part.

We went along to the “Warrior” class on Sunday morning and the team certainly put us through our paces! The class, which is one of four offered, has been designed to condition you to take part in an obstacle course event such as Tough Mudder. 

There really was something to challenge everyone, from rope climbing to fireman lifts, the instructors made sure your whole body was challenged. In total, the area included eight stations, with a focus on partner-driven work. 

What we liked best about the session was the real community feel behind it. The instructors went above and beyond to ensure everyone worked as a team to complete the workout, you really felt like you were in it together. 

In total, four different functional fitness classes are offered in the Battle Box: 

• Warrior
• Strong
• Athletic 
• Play 

Each one offers something completely different, yet they all ensure you’ll be working hard to earn that post-session coffee. 

Of course, it wouldn’t have been a trip to David Lloyd without a relaxing swim in the pool, and a dip in the jacuzzi post-workout. We also popped into the cafe to grab a festive drink and have to say the coffee was one of the best we have had in a long time! 

Overall, the experience gets a massive thumbs up from us, and we can’t wait to head back and try out the other classes.