Page Updated: 20th October 2024
Welcome to Vitality Fitness Tavistock (VFT)
Our promise is simple: To provide Tavistock with the best fully-equipped gym in the area—and that’s a promise we intend to keep.
VFT has been in the works for over a year, starting with our first visit to the space in April 2023. Why Tavistock? Through research and conversations with locals, we recognised the need for a gym that offers not only 24/7 access but also a spacious layout, equipped with a wide range of equipment suitable for everyone—from beginners to advanced trainers. Plus, we’re conveniently located within walking distance and offer free parking for added ease.
Meet the owners Louis Dykes & Dean Dark.
Meet Louis: Born and raised in Tavistock, Louis has always been passionate about fitness. After managing BodyZone and personal training for 7+ years, he opened his own gym in Callington in 2020, alongside running his own coaching business.
Meet Dean: With 15+ years of experience in the fitness industry, Dean’s no stranger to helping people with their fitness goals. From personal training at Saltash Leisure Centre and China Fleet to taking over, rebranding, and opening gyms in Saltash in 2020 and Liskeard in 2021, as well as coaching clients.
Together, Louis & Dean have a clear vision for VFT: a diverse, high-quality fitness facility that meets the community’s needs. With their combined experience of launching and running successful gyms, they know exactly what works and, more importantly, what the people of Tavistock want.
Louis & Dean’s Promise from VFT Gym to Our Community and Members
At VFT Gym, our mission is to create a welcoming and diverse space where every member feels valued and supported in their fitness journey. As owners, we are committed to creating a positive and respectful environment that encourages personal growth, well-being, and connection.
1. Support Your Goals – Whether you’re a beginner or a athlete, we are here to help you achieve your fitness goals. Our team is dedicated to offering expert guidance, quality equipment, and a range of programs that suit your needs.
2. Uphold Respect and Integrity – We are committed to maintaining a respectful atmosphere for all. Every member, guest, and staff member deserves to feel safe and respected, and we will not tolerate any form of discrimination or disrespectful behaviour. We have a small promise from you which we ask you to follow which you can see down this page.
3. Continually Improve – We will strive to evolve, investing in our facilities, programs, and staff training to ensure that VFT Gym remains a leading fitness gym in our community. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we are always open to suggestions on how we can better serve you.
4. Promote Wellness – Beyond fitness, we believe in the importance of mental and emotional well-being. We will continue to create programs and foster a community that nurtures all aspects of health and wellness.
Together, Louis, Dean and our team on the gym floor we can build a community that works together to support each other to be stronger, healthier, and happier.
What to Expect When We First Open Our Doors
We’re aiming to welcome you to VFT Gym in December 2024! Initially, we’ll be offering 24/7 gym access for independent use, as the first phase will open with our gym space only. But don’t worry—once we expand, we’ll introduce even more services for our community.
As we like to say, “Rome wasn’t built in a day,” and each day we’ll be working to enhance VFT. We’re committed to continually improving and providing the best possible experience.
Personal Training
We’re excited to have both male and female personal trainers on-site, and while we haven’t announced the team just yet, rest assured they share our strong vision. Our trainers are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, offering not only workout guidance but also nutritional support. Plus, when you join, they’ll provide a free, detailed induction to make sure you feel confident and comfortable in our space. Plus you will build a relationship with them, should you need additional support you know who to go to.
As we grow, this page will be updated with new services and offerings, so stay tuned!
Your Promise to Us at VFT 💪
We’re all about making your fitness journey (and everyone else’s) as enjoyable as possible! To keep the good vibes going, just follow these simple gym etiquette⬇️
1️⃣ Rack it & wipe it! Put your weights back after use and give any machines a quick wipe down with the provided spray if you’ve worked up a sweat.
2️⃣ Dress the part! Please wear appropriate gym clothes and clean shoes.
3️⃣ Members only! As a 24/7 gym, it’s a strict no-no to bring in non-members. Want to bring a friend? Awesome! Just make sure they sign up online for the right pass or membership before coming in.
4️⃣ No snacks on the gym floor. We’ve got a communal space for refuelling—feel free to chill there.
5️⃣ Be kind! Show respect to other gym-goers and our awesome team.
We hope you love VFT as much as we do! See you soon! 👋🔥
Pre-sales:
Our pre-sales will be launching soon! Make sure you have ticked the box to be a part of our mailing list, as we will be launching pre-sale memberships 3 day's earlier on this members/community space!