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Gymbox

Trailblazing gym chain

Company overview

Founded in 2003, Gymbox pioneered a new type of gym experience designed to inspire and entertain its members through vibrant interiors, bold and unusual exercise classes and nightly resident DJs. 

Website
gymbox.com

BGF has supported the business through every stage of its growth by providing valuable advice, helpful introductions and multiple rounds of financial support. Simply put Gymbox would not have achieved its levels of success without the partnership with BGF.

Richard Hilton, CEO

Company information

Head office
  • London
CEO
  • Marc Diaper
Chair
  • Paul Campbell
BGF office
BGF team
Invested since
  • Jul 2014
Total BGF investment
  • £25 million

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