One21 Fitness has been named Gym of the Year

Despite uncertain times during the pandemic Aaron Chadda, 28, remained undaunted and ploughed ahead with his plan to open his 'gym with a difference' in Waterloo Road, Freemantle.

Now Aaron’s achievement has been recognised as his business, One21 Fitness, has landed an award for Private Gym of the Year.

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The fact he had been nominated for the South England Prestige Award came as a complete surprise to Aaron, whose name was put forward by one of his clients.

Speaking about his win Aaron said: “I couldn’t believe it when I heard someone had been kind enough to nominate me.

“It’s truly an honour to be awarded this accolade and it makes all the work I’ve put in worthwhile.

“Even though this is a great moment for One21 Fitness, I still know there’s work to be done. There’s always room for improvements and this award inspires me even more."

Before launching One21 Fitness Aaron was already a well-known figure on the city’s personal training scene and previously worked in a Southampton gym for seven years.

He wanted to offer a private gym experience with one-to-one training.

After viewing around 15 properties, he finally settled on a semi-derelict ground floor space in Waterloo Road.

He then spent six weeks converting his new HQ into the state-of-the-art fitness base.

Instead of monthly or annual fees Aaron makes no membership charge and people only pay for their one-to-one personal training with him.

The Prestige Award judges praised Aaron's dedication to the health and welfare of his clients.