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Why We’re Simplifying Our Class Formats in 2025
We’re making some changes to our class structure starting in 2025.
If you’ve been coming to Foundry for a while, you’ve probably got used to our five class formats: STRONG, HYBRID, BUILD, BUILD & BURN, and SWEAT.
But next year, we’re simplifying things with just two: SWEAT and HYBRID.
Our ethos hasn’t changed
At Foundry, we believe in building strength while gaining the fitness to look and feel better—both in the gym and in your everyday life. This ethos drives everything we do, from personal training to classes.
In 2025, we want to make it clearer than ever:
- PT is where you build strength and functional mobility.
- Classes are where you focus on cardio and endurance.
By simplifying our class offerings, we’re making it easier for you to understand where to focus your efforts and how to balance strength training with fun, high-energy workouts.
Why the change?
Simply put, we want to help you get the best out of your training.
Here’s the breakdown:
- Personal Training (PT): Delivered in small groups of up to six, PT is where you learn to move better, increase strength, and master functional movements. This is where your main focus should be each week—no changes here. If you love your PT sessions, keep doing what you’re doing.
- Fitness Classes: These are designed to supplement your strength training with high-paced, fun workouts that boost your cardio, burn extra calories, and improve your endurance.
With this in mind, we’ve streamlined our classes into two formats:
- SWEAT: Simple bodyweight movements and cardio equipment to get you moving, burning, and yes—sweaty. Perfect for boosting heart health and improving endurance.
- HYBRID: A mix of dumbbells, kettlebells, D Balls, and other equipment to build fitness while keeping you honest with cardio bursts. Think strength-endurance with a side of grit.
FAQs
What about STRONG?
We know this is part of who we are. That’s why we’ll still offer STRONG at Vauxhall every Sunday.
I loved BUILD and BUILD & BURN—what now?
You’ll still see elements of these formats in HYBRID. If you’re looking for a little extra focus on strength, PT sessions are your best bet—they’re where we can help you even better than before.
The bigger picture: strength and healthspan
We’re not just simplifying for the sake of it—we’re aligning everything with the latest science and what we know works best for your long-term health. Strength and VO2 max are the two most important pillars for healthspan.
Being functionally fit and feeling strong and confident doesn’t just make you feel better today—it helps you live stronger, for longer. Our classes have always been designed to complement your strength training, and this change deepens our commitment to that balance.
This isn’t about offering fewer classes—it’s about offering better ones that work smarter alongside your PT sessions.
Exciting things ahead
This update is part of a broader effort to streamline and improve your experience at Foundry. Alongside the new class structure, we’re also refining our approach to nutrition, recovery, and community. These updates are designed to make every aspect of your fitness journey more effective, enjoyable, and aligned with your goals.
Watch this space—there’s more to come.
The takeaway
This change is about making things clearer, simpler, and more effective for you. Strength, mobility, and functional training will always be the backbone of what we do in PT. Classes will now be the perfect complement—focused on cardio, heart health, and endurance.
So, if you’re sweating the change, don’t. Whether you’re in SWEAT or HYBRID, you’ll still get the fitness you love, tailored to help you reach your goals.
