Fitter Body Ladies in Clifton Moor is one of 10 finalists in the contest after readers nominated hundreds of favourites on an online voting platform.
Starting from Monday, January 20, voting slips have been appearing in The Press newspaper – allowing readers to pick their winner before voting closes on February 1.
Each copy of The Press has been featuring a short profile on each business and why it thinks it deserves to be voted number one in York.
Readers can vote for the Best Gym 2025 by picking up a voting slip, found in copies of The Press newspaper every day, with the winner set to be announced in the coming weeks.
Fitter Body Ladies is a finalist in The Press Best Gym (Image: Newsquest)
Fitter Body Ladies, a women-only gym in York, has been open for three years, this empowering fitness community has redefined what it means to be a gym, offering its members far more than just a place to work out.
Owned by Aimee Sadler for the past year, the women’s only space is also run predominantly by women.
Aimee said: “Fitter Body Ladies is not just a gym – it’s a family. With a dedicated team of seven experienced coaches, the gym creates an environment where women of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds feel seen, supported, and encouraged.
“The focus is on empowering women to achieve their personal goals in a judgment-free atmosphere.”
She said that the team has “worked hard” to create an environment where women feel “comfortable and inspired”.
“This isn’t just about fitness – it’s about building confidence, making connections, and fostering a sense of belonging. We’ve built a family here, and that’s what makes us different,” she added.
The gym offers a wide range of classes and programmes, including one-on-one coaching sessions.
Aimee said: “The nomination for Best Gym 2025 reflects the values that have driven Fitter Body Ladies since its inception. The recognition celebrates the gym’s commitment to creating a space where women are empowered not just to become fitter, but to feel stronger and more confident in all areas of life.
“We’re honoured to be nominated, but this recognition belongs to our members.
“They are the heart of what we do, and this nomination is a reflection of the incredible community we’ve built together.”
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