The Fitness Directory

Built for gyms, studios, and fitness professionals

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The Fitness Directory is the ultimate hub for the fitness industry, bringing instant recruitment through our on demand app, standout fitness clothing, and industry leading courses and qualifications. 

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The Fitness Directory is a UK wide fitness industry hub. We connect gyms and studios with fitness professionals for shift and class cover. We make it simple to find cover fast and keep everything organised in one place.

Everything You Need in One Place

Hire qualified staff in minutes

For Fitness Professionals

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The all-in-one platform powering the fitness industry

Everything you need to recruit and manage cover in one place. Built for gyms, studios, and fitness professionals.

Recruitment

On demand access to opportunities and showcase your skills to top fitness employers.

Courses

From personal training to sports massage, advance your career with accredited qualifications.

Clothing

Shop the latest activewear from The Fitness Directory collections.

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A growing pool of certified cover staff.

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Gyms and studios across the UK.

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Built for fast shift cover on mobile.

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Rated highly by gyms and professionals.

Trusted by gyms, studios, and fitness brands across the UK
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Cover a Shift in 3 Steps

Simple flow for gyms, studios and fitness professionals. Simple flow for fitness professionals.

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create your account

Sign up as a gym, studio, or professional.

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Gyms Post Cover Needs.

Professionals Get Notified About Relevant Shifts In Their Area.

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match, manage, and get paid

Confirm Cover, Complete Hiring, Handle Payments With Clarity.

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what they say about us?

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Simple to use. Fast to book. Clear communication.

I was already a Level 2 gym instructor, but this Level 3 personal training course really took my skills to the next level. The blended learning format was perfect for my busy schedule, and the practical assessments at Bannatyne were a great way to put everything I learned into practice. Now I’m running my own successful personal training business and loving it!

JULIANA SILVA Instructor

I always wanted to be a sports massage therapist. This Level 3 course was exactly what I was looking for. The anatomy and physiology content was in-depth, and the practical training was excellent. I’m now able to offer sports massage to my clients, and my business is thriving!

REESE MILLER Instructor

I’m so glad I chose this program to launch my fitness career! The combination of Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications gave me a comprehensive understanding of the industry, and the practical experience I gained at Bannatyne was invaluable. I’m now working as a personal trainer at a leading gym, and I couldn’t be happier with my career choice.

OLIVER WILLS Instructor
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frequently asked questions

Straight answers for gyms, studios, and fitness professionals. Learn how bookings work, how profiles are checked, and how timesheets and payments are handled on the platform.

 

Most venues can secure cover within minutes once a shift is posted. Speed depends on location, time, and availability.

No. The platform is direct. Gyms connect with fitness professionals without recruiter delays.

Professionals upload their qualifications and key details to their profile. Venues can review this before confirming a booking.

Shift pay is shown upfront when a professional applies. Gyms see the full booking cost before confirming. Instructor payments are sent 7 days after the job is completed.

Create a profile, get notified,  accept shifts that match your schedule. You stay in control of what you take!

Yes. Courses, qualifications, and fitnesswear are available through the same ecosystem.

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Get updates on staffing, cover shifts, and fitness careers. Clear tips for gyms and professionals, from recruitment to qualifications and industry news.

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