Do you feel anxious, unsure what to do in the gym, or lack confidence? You’re not alone and we’re here to help.

What does the programme involve?

This new, 12-week gym programme is for new or current Active Lives members to support women in building a healthier lifestyle, boosting confidence, improving mobility, strength and overall fitness, whilst connecting with others in a safe and welcoming space.

Led by a female instructor, this 50-minute session allows women to train in a female only environment. You are free to use the time to do your own tailored, prescribed exercise programme, which caters for all abilities.

Access a range of equipment at Everybody @ Macclesfield Central, including cable machines, free weights, cardio machines, resistance bands, kettlebells, step boxes and more.

  • Receive a programme from our Active Lives Coach at your induction
  • Use this Women’s Only Gym Programme weekly session to go through your programme. You can build on it or you can do your own thing.
  • Your coach is on hand for support, to ask any questions and to provide new exercises.

Days, time and cost:

  • When: Tuesdays, launching 13th January 2026, you can join any week from here
  • Time: 10:00am – 10:50am
  • Where: Everybody @ Macclesfield Central, Merchant Exchange, Gas Rd, Macclesfield, SK11 6JX

This is a 12 week programme which is free of charge if you meet our eligibility criteria for our Active Lives programme, you can find out more below.

Am I eligible?

Crewe and Macclesfield resident eligibility criteria:

  • Live in Crewe or Macclesfield
  • Aged 18 years and over
  • Inactive, participating in less than 30 minutes of physical activity per week
  • Motivated to be active and a non-member of Bollington Health & Leisure and Everybody Health & Leisure

For all other areas of Cheshire East:

  • A Cheshire East resident
  • Aged 18 years and over
  • Inactive, participating in less than 30 minutes of physical activity per week
  • Living with either diabetes (medicated), hypertension (medicated), diagnosed as pre-diabetic, or overweight with a BMI of 30+
  • Motivated to be active and a non-member of Bollington Health & Leisure and Everybody Health & Leisure

How to sign up

You can sign up online here or give the team a call on: 0300 123 5026

Limited places are available, attendance is required during 12 consecutive weeks and booking is essential.

The hard work and dedication you have put into the programme won’t end after 12-weeks. We are committed to supporting you in making lasting changes and helping you progress. After finishing the programme, you will be offered a discounted membership to continue coming.