Our Story…
Back in 2015, we created SWEAT with two simple aims - to provide a small group and 1-1 PT training environment free from the crowds and intimidation of commercial and traditional gyms, and to inspire our community to lead active and healthy lifestyles.
Luke had retuned to the South Coast after 10 years in London and had retrained as a personal trainer in 2014, whilst Tina had spent several years working in PR, communications and events in London.
Alongside the launch of our first Studio - ‘SWEAT Southsea’, we created the ‘Southsea Fitness Festival’ - the only free-to-attend event of its kind in the UK. Fast forward nine years… our Studio calls Gunwharf Quays home, and our Festival has grown exponentially attracting thousands of visitors year on year and set for significant growth with events across the UK in 2024.
SWEAT Fitness Festival Host Chyna Desveaux with Lauren Steadman MBE
Co-Founder, Luke Newton
Alongside managing our Studio and Events calendar our co-founder Luke designs and install bespoke home gyms. Design concepts meet functionality with the clients wellness goals at the heart of the process. Luke is officially partnered with leading wellness brands, including Technogym and Brass Monkey, he works with some of the South Coast’s leading designers and has been employed by host of high-profile clients since launching his consultancy in 2022.
The SWEAT Fitness Festival returns to Gunwharf Quays on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th May 2024. As always, free-to-attend, you can expect a wide range of collaborators and events on and off-stage.