About Us

Welcome to Fortified, your premier private training gym located conveniently on Castle Street in the heart of Buckingham town centre.

Our mission is to enhance both your physical and mental well-being.

Here are some compelling reasons to train with us:

Proven Results: Our track record speaks for itself; we consistently deliver outstanding results for our clients.

Personalized Scheduling: All sessions are by appointment only, using our easy booking system. This minimizes barriers to getting into the gym and adds the accountability you need to stay on track.

Flexible Time Slots: With over 50 available time slots each week, you can effortlessly integrate your training sessions into your busy schedule.

Dedicated Coaches: Our full-time coaching team takes the time to understand your goals, concerns, and unique needs, ensuring you receive personalized and effective training.

World-Class Facilities: We've invested heavily in top-tier equipment and facilities to guarantee that every workout is the best it can be.

Convenient Parking: Enjoy the convenience of ample, members-only parking spaces.

Ready to start your fitness journey with us? Discover your options and get started today.

“The most well equipped, professionally run gym I have visited. The team are friendly, knowledgeable and fully committed to helping you to reach your fitness goals from whatever starting point you are at.”

Alex - Member for 2+ years

THE FORTIFIED 3 PILLARS

COACHING

The Fortified Way ensures that we stay anchored in what brought you to us in the first place, a desire for RESULTS!

This involves getting to know you, your goals, the aches and pains, the deeper purpose as to why your goals are important to you, when to push you and when to let you have space. 

It’s incredibly important to us that we never lose sight of this being the vehicle through which we can help you to achieve phenomenal progress. 

CONVENIENCE

We understand that motivtion can be fleeting. One of the things that seperates Fortified from other gyms is convenience. To help you to achieve incredible results, we have created an environment in which you can thrive despite your existing lifestlye constraints.

Some of the convenient features of Fortified that members report loving include but are not limited to;   flexible and abundent time slots , a simple to use app, private parking, and never needing to think about what to do or how to do it in when in the gym .

COMMUNITY

The community vibe at Fortified is the glue that holds everything else together. 

Training in small groups creates an environment where you are not only supported by an expert coach, but you have training buddies rooting for you too. 

Real friendships are made on the gym floor and for so many of our members Fortified has become a routine part of their weekly lives that fills up their cup away from work, home and all of lifes responsibilities. 

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

MEET THE TEAM

Fortified is the brainchild of Rich’s 13 years coaching experience. Originally opening the gym in 2018, 2023 marked a year of huge transformation rebranding to Fortified as Rich’s vision has grown and evolved. Outside of work, Rich is married and kept busy with two young kids.

RICHARD

ETHAN

Ethan joined the team in late 2023 as a Junior Coach, fresh to the fitness industry. In that time, Ethan has cemented himself as a member favourite with his infectious positivity and attention to detail when coaching. Ethan now works as a Senior Coach and is growing every day.

JESSIE

Jessie joins us a Senior Coach having previously spent three years as a one to one personal trainer at a studio in Thame. Jessie is no stranger to physical fitness challenges, having completed multiple Turf Games, Hyrox cometitions and even a half marathon.

Alexandra joins us having retrained following her own health and fitness journey. Previously, Alexandra has worked in corporate roles across sales and marketing. Outside of work, Alexandra is very dedicated towards her training and nutrition and will be competing in her first bodybuilding competition soon.

ALEXANDRA

HUW

Huw joins us a Junior Coach, new to the industry, but by no means new to physical fitness. Huw has competed in marathons and triathlons. Huw is currently completing his Level 3 personal training course with The PFCA and we look forward to support his growth in a new career.

For more information on our current careeer opportunities please see the Careers page.

F.A.Q.

  • We’re here to help you improve your fitness – you don’t need to prove yourself ‘fit enough’ to walk through the door. Our training programs cater to all fitness levels. Sure we have some super fit members training with us, but they’ve all been through their own journey and we’ve built a gym culture that is supportive and encouraging, not intimidating or ego-driven. Be rest assured that we will personalise your sessions where needed so you always get just the right push.

  • In most cases we are able to personalise your training to work around and often even improve long-standing issues. We’re not manual therapists, but we do work closely with other local businesses who are. We also strive to go the extra mile and liaise with any trusted physiotherapists/chiropractors etc that you already see. We work to ensure that all parties are on the same page; to get you fit, strong and stable.

  • Memberships are monthly rolling, with a 60-day notice clause. Full Terms of Service can be found here.

  • We are open 06:00 – 20:30 on weekdays and 08:00 – 12:00 on Saturdays.

  • Yes, we have private off-street parking. There is also free on-street parking directly opposite the gym.

  • We follow a 12-week training program followed by a testing week. This means that you will know exactly how you are improving across various strength and fitness measures each quarter.

    We have an InBody 270, the Rolls-Royce of body composition testing, giving us very accurate reports on weight, body fat percentage, bone density, water content, BMI and more. We typically perform this with members once per month.

    We also use the MyZone system. On a micro level to ensure effort level is where it needs to be, but on a macro level it supplies insightful activity reports on a weekly, monthly or quarter basis.

  • We use an app based booking system that you use to book all sessions. You can book up to the last minute, or up to 28-days ahead of time.

  • We do not offer access to the gym outside of timetabled sessions.

  • You can’t miss us – we’re based on Castle Street in Buckingham town centre. You can see more detail here.

  • We don’t offer one-off taster sessions. Rather than provide a flash-in-the-pan taster workout, we’ve deliberately designed the 6-Week Challenge to show you your own potential and what might be possible if you keep investing in yourself.