Ladies that Lunge
Finding Inspiration in Each Other
As a committee, we are an eclectic bunch with interests and experience in many areas. Catherine Bailey, one of our members voiced she would like to see an adult gym on Abbey Park a few years ago and for a long time the idea sat on the back burner, non of us really knowing how to go about it.
When the old Abbey Depot was knocked down we were made aware of funding that could be used to facilitate our plan and we worked with Rushcliffe Borough Council on the design and plans.
Below you can see some of the photos of the Gym installation which happened in Summer of 2025.
See the transformation
Our Story
From the day the Gym was installed some of us were itching to get started but we couldn't help feeling slightly intimidated and silly using the equipment on out own, so we decided to pop a post on Abbey Park Local to see if any other women wanted to join us and so our group was formed.
As we all lead busy lives the meetings are open to anyone that can make them. They don't have to come regularly (but it helps them if they do).
We meet every Tuesday & Saturday from 11am til midday. If you would like to join us, please do get in touch by emailing abbeypark.ng@gmail.com
best of all, its FUN & FREE!
Our First Birthday 21 July 2026
We finally reached our first birthday today and what a birthday it was! The group has grown over thear with many more ladies taking part when they can fit it into their busy days. Below are a a couple of photos of today, followed by a slide show of some over the past year.
We have learnt to celebrate everyones achievements no matter what they may be and we have formed a solid friendship group too.
Other bonuses have been:
Some ladies have joined a cycling group ran by one of our ladies
There have been two weddings, one some of us attended, dressing up as Rockerbilly ladies (Great fun!)
There is soon to be a third wedding!
We regularly pop down to Polly's on Abbey Road for a bite to eat (as can be seen immediately below).
If you want to improve your strength, stamina and general fitness, why not come along? It's still FREE and we would love to meet you.
Group shots taken today at the gym and lunch at Polly's
