"I wanted to build something special for the Bridgewater community - a gym that combined serious weight training with modern training options to suit everyone. Gym Gear’s design and equipment support helped make that vision a reality."
— Craig Stephens, Owner, Trident Fitness
Gym Gear partnered with Trident Fitness, a new facility founded by Craig Stephens, to design, supply, and install a complete gym environment in Bridgewater. The goal was to build a space that catered to everyone - from dedicated lifters to general fitness users - through a carefully planned, two-floor layout featuring premium equipment and intelligent zoning.
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The Challenge
With limited high-quality gym options in Bridgewater, Craig set out to create a facility that stood apart. His vision combined a passion for strength training with the need to offer an inclusive, modern environment. The challenge was achieving a balanced design that supported free weights, plate-loaded machines, cardio, HIIT, and functional training without compromising space or safety.
The Solution
Using 3D design software, our team developed a two-floor layout to optimise training flow and user experience. The ground floor was dedicated to free weights and strength, while the first floor housed cardio, selectorised equipment, and functional training zones.
Key installations included:
Strength & free weights: Customised Sterling Series machines with branded pads and blue/black frames, urethane dumbbells (2.5kg-70kg), Olympic and adjustable benches, lifting platforms, and an eight-stack multi jungle station.
Cardio & functional: Touchscreen cardio equipment, HIIT cardio machines, selectorised strength units, and a Spartan Functional Training Rig.
Flooring: 30mm premium tiles for the free weights area and 15mm rubber tiles around the Spartan Rig for durability and subfloor protection.
The Result
Trident Fitness launched as a standout community gym that merges high-spec design with a welcoming atmosphere. The split-level layout and custom equipment provide a smooth balance between heavy lifting and general fitness.
Owner Craig personally completed the building works and LED lighting installation, giving the gym a distinctive finish. The result is a professional facility already gaining strong traction in the local area - a clear example of how thoughtful design can elevate independent gym spaces.
