David Lloyd Exeter

Reviews

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  Kerry Friend

  Aug 21, 2026
  5.0
  The Masters Swim Classes are amazing. Tuesdays is taken by James and are perfect for those who want to build up their swims. Lots of drills to improve your stroke. It is a relaxed session. James is very encouraging and gives time to improve our strokes. There is a slow, medium and fast lane. Thursdays is taken by Rob. Slightly different to Tuesdays this has more of a faster pace, but don’t be put off, there is still a slow, medium and fast lane. This has been a real game changer in my ability to do better in my open water long distance and racing. I have been going to this session for 20 months and the improvement in my swims is so much better and I am really thankful for this. I have also seen big improvements in others , as Rob likes to push us to achieve are goals. It’s always hard to start a new group but James and Rob and all the swimmers will welcome you 🥰
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  Anna Lipa

  Aug 21, 2026
  5.0
  My Pilates teacher Alicja is truly exceptional — incredibly passionate, professional, inspiring, and full of positive energy. Every class with her is so much more than just a workout. It’s a perfect combination of motivation, strength, encouragement, and joy. She has an amazing eye for detail and always makes sure we’re moving correctly and safely, while somehow making even the most challenging exercises feel enjoyable! 😅 Thanks to her, I’ve fallen in love with Pilates even more. I always leave her classes feeling stronger, more energised, and so much better in both body and mind. Her dedication, beautiful energy, kindness, and genuine passion for what she does make every class something I look forward to. She’s not just a Pilates teacher — she’s my mentor, my inspiration, and the absolute Pilates Queen! 👑✨ Thank you for being amazing Alicja 👏 ❤️
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  Reuben Ayres

  Aug 20, 2026
  5.0
  I’ve been going to Dance Fitness classes with Connie Dowie for three years now, and I can honestly say they are absolutely fabulous. The dances are beautifully choreographed to modern music across a wide range of genres, and the classes are energetic, absorbing and enormously uplifting. Connie is an outstanding Dance Fitness instructor. She is unfailingly positive and encouraging and is always happy to offer individual advice and help when needed. The material evolves continually, so there is always something new to learn and the dances never have a chance to become stale. These classes have become the highlight of my week at David Lloyd, and I enjoy them so much that I try to attend three times a week. I invariably leave with a big smile on my face. I really can’t recommend Connie’s classes highly enough. She also conducts an excellent Barre Fitness class which is great for developing core strength and balance. More recently, Jack Graham has started teaching the Saturday Dance Fitness class, as well as covering other classes from time to time. Jack is great fun and brings his own personality to the sessions. His classes are again highly energetic, with really enjoyable and nicely choreographed routines. He is positive, humorous and encouraging, and creates a wonderfully upbeat atmosphere. Jack also runs a Functional Training class which is ideal for developing flexibility and core strength. Jack is a terrific addition to the David Lloyd Dance Fitness team. Between Connie and Jack, these classes are an absolute joy — tremendous exercise, great music, great fun and one of the very best things David Lloyd Exeter has to offer.
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  Becky Mason

  Aug 20, 2026
  5.0
  I can’t recommend Dance Fitness with Blair Tookey on. Tuesday night at David Lloyd Exeter highly enough! Her Dance Fitness classes (and her Pilates too!) are genuinely the highlight of my week and something I always look forward to. Blair has an incredible ability to create a fun, welcoming and supportive atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable being themselves, whatever their ability or experience. Her Dance Fitness classes are pure freedom — a chance to let go, move, laugh, sweat and, most importantly, feel good! What makes Blair such a fantastic instructor is the genuine passion and care she puts into every class. She motivates and encourages without ever making you feel pressured, and somehow manages to make every session challenging, energising and enjoyable. I’ve gained so much confidence through her classes, not just physically but mentally too. You leave feeling stronger, happier and with a real sense of achievement. Blair doesn’t just teach fitness — she creates a community and inspires confidence, joy and self-belief. If you’re looking for a Dance Fitness class that will make you smile while giving you a brilliant workout, I honestly couldn’t recommend Blair highly enough. She is a real asset to David Lloyd Exeter! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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  Alannah Clark

  Aug 17, 2026
  5.0
  I booked some PT sessions with Lisa as she specialised in post natal and I had recently had an emergency C Section and I’m so glad I did. Lisa was very easy to get along with, she listened to my concerns and helped me gain my confidence back in the gym after being out for 9 months. I now feel ready to get going on my own and will likely return to having more PT sessions with Lisa should I ever feel I need the guidance again. I couldn’t recommend Lisa enough. I joined DL 2 months ago simply for the fact that they have a Creche and I have not been disappointed since. The staff are all very friendly and helpful, the facilities are wonderful, and my daughter loves her time in the Creche. The only thing I would say could do with some improvement is more aircon in the gym, especially in this hotter weather we have been having, but I understand this is a personal preference issue.

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