{"id":23818,"date":"2025-06-29T06:28:10","date_gmt":"2025-06-29T06:28:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/23818\/"},"modified":"2025-06-29T06:28:10","modified_gmt":"2025-06-29T06:28:10","slug":"jd-gyms-to-open-state-of-the-art-fitness-facility-in-ballymena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/23818\/","title":{"rendered":"JD Gyms to open state-of-the-art fitness facility in Ballymena"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/7986bd_a24b689771d642d893b25c6186d99abf~mv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%;max-width:100%\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.loveballymena.online\/post\/jd-gyms-to-open-state-of-the-art-fitness-facility-in-ballymena\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/static.wixstatic.com\/media\/7986bd_a24b689771d642d893b25c6186d99abf~mv2.jpg\/v1\/fill\/w_2560,h_1708,al_c,q_90\/7986bd_a24b689771d642d893b25c6186d99abf~mv2.jpg\" draggable=\"false\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-4uo225\">JD Gyms, one of the UK\u2019s fastest-growing and most awarded fitness chains, has announced the grand opening of its newest location in Ballymena. <\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-0wmqq404\">The state-of-the-art gym will officially open its doors at 10am on Monday 7th July at Pennybridge Retail Park.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-hjefa8\">Bringing its signature blend of cutting-edge facilities and unbeatable value, JD Gyms Ballymena aims to become a cornerstone of the local fitness community, welcoming people of all abilities and fitness backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-weight:700\">Premium Fitness, Affordable Price<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/7986bd_1661c7f54d6842d2a727861c41c7894b~mv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%;max-width:100%\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.loveballymena.online\/post\/jd-gyms-to-open-state-of-the-art-fitness-facility-in-ballymena\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/static.wixstatic.com\/media\/7986bd_1661c7f54d6842d2a727861c41c7894b~mv2.jpg\/v1\/fill\/w_4096,h_2729,al_c,q_90\/7986bd_1661c7f54d6842d2a727861c41c7894b~mv2.jpg\" draggable=\"false\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-gh48k16\">The new Ballymena site is equipped with world-class facilities and industry-leading equipment. Key features include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ggbv- _6XZJW\">\n<li dir=\"auto\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"_8T5i3\" style=\"margin-inline-start:1.5em;list-style-type:disc\">\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"\" id=\"viewer-nfcfu21\">A custom-built Eleiko functional training rig, complete with high-quality barbells, kettlebells, dumbbells and accessories for versatile workouts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ggbv- _6XZJW\">\n<li dir=\"auto\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"_8T5i3\" style=\"margin-inline-start:1.5em;list-style-type:disc\">\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"\" id=\"viewer-zoes624\">An enhanced strength area with a wide range of free weights, benches, and plate-loaded machines suitable for both beginners and advanced lifters.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ggbv- _6XZJW\">\n<li dir=\"auto\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"_8T5i3\" style=\"margin-inline-start:1.5em;list-style-type:disc\">\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"\" id=\"viewer-pzkpu27\">Specialist lifting platforms with adjustable safety racks, premium barbells, and mirrors \u2013 ideal for compound lifts such as squats and deadlifts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ggbv- _6XZJW\">\n<li dir=\"auto\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"_8T5i3\" style=\"margin-inline-start:1.5em;list-style-type:disc\">\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"\" id=\"viewer-7o0xa30\">High-end cardio equipment including treadmills, cross-trainers, bikes and rowing machines from top-tier fitness brands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-sl42j37\"><strong style=\"font-weight:700\">Alun Peacock, CEO of JD Gyms<\/strong>, said:<\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-vkv1v40\">\u201cBallymena marks an exciting point in our UK expansion. We are not just opening another gym, we are bringing one of the best gym experiences in Northern Ireland with unbeatable value and firmly believe JD Gyms will become the go-to destination for the Ballymena community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-weight:700\">\u00a35 launch offer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-cialg48\">To celebrate the grand opening, JD Gyms is offering an exclusive early-bird deal. New members who sign up at <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.jdgyms.co.uk\/ballymena\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"WAzZp aiPD3\" data-hook=\"web-link\">www.jdgyms.co.uk\/ballymena<\/a>\u00a0can secure their first month for just \u00a35, a limited-time offer designed to give locals a taste of the brand\u2019s luxury experience at an affordable price.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-weight:700\">Setting a new standard<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-megw358\">Founded in 2014 and part of the JD Sports Fashion PLC family, JD Gyms has grown rapidly, with nearly 100 locations now operating across the UK. The brand is renowned for redefining the low-cost fitness market, offering stylish, high-spec gyms that deliver on both quality and affordability.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_04qQG jtShe _6XZJW UGHSE\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-6djxs61\">JD Gyms has received multiple awards for its striking fit-outs, setting new industry benchmarks for what budget-friendly gyms can look and feel like. Each site features a bespoke design and layout, delivering exceptional experiences to members from day one.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"JD Gyms, one of the UK\u2019s fastest-growing and most awarded fitness chains, has announced the grand opening of&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":23819,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[38],"tags":[21494,21496,21497,1198,210,21492,21495,21493,67,132,68],"class_list":{"0":"post-23818","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-fitness","8":"tag-ballymena-news","9":"tag-causeway-coast-and-glens","10":"tag-county-antrim","11":"tag-fitness","12":"tag-health","13":"tag-love-ballymena","14":"tag-mid-and-east-antrim","15":"tag-northern-ireland-news","16":"tag-united-states","17":"tag-unitedstates","18":"tag-us"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/114765241244281877","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23818","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23818"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23818\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23819"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23818"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23818"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23818"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}