Kristen Westwood will be overseeing preparations for the new Club opening this winter, as well as supporting its recruitment drive to fill 75 jobs in hospitality, fitness, and spa roles throughout the Club.
Kristen Westwood joins David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds from a previous General Manager role at David Lloyd Fulham, which has recently reopened after a huge £7million investment.
Speaking about his appointment, Kristen said: “I am delighted to have been appointed General Manager for the new Club in Bury St Edmunds and I look forward to growing a thriving community of members.
“The new Club will provide members with world-class facilities ranging from our state-of-the-art gym equipment to the relaxing Spa Retreat, and an extensive suite of Group Exercise classes, including BLAZE which is a personal favourite of mine.
“The facilities available at David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds provide something for everyone, no matter your age or ability, and I look forward to joining our new members on their health and wellbeing journey.”
In addition to the 100+ station gym that sits at the heart of the new Club, David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds will offer a wide range of Signature group exercise classes, including the popular family group classes, David Lloyd REBELS.
‘REBELS’ is a family-friendly adaptation of the Clubs’ exclusive range of Signature classes, aimed at parents and children aged between eight and fourteen years. providing families the opportunity to exercise together allowing them to enhance their health and fitness, while spending quality time together.
The new Club will also feature indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis and padel courts, expert tennis and swimming coaching for adults and children, and a timetable packed with kids activities and sports coaching.
A luxurious indoor and outdoor Spa Retreat, showcasing David Lloyd Clubs’ Signature wellness offering, will include a variety of unique experiences and rooms such as a Himalayan Salt Sauna, a Rainforest Experience Shower, a revitalizing citrus steam room, a serene ice cave, a plunge pool, and a hydrotherapy pool.
On top of health, fitness and wellbeing facilities, David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds will house a stylish outdoor terrace and Clubroom that will provide the perfect setting to relax with friends and family. The Clubroom includes a family zone and indoor soft play area for children, and a Business Lounge that offers the perfect alternative to working from home. A tasty menu, delicious smoothies, coffees, and kids’ meals will also be on offer, and can be ordered on the David Lloyd Clubs App, delivered directly to members tables.
Memberships for the new David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds opened to the public on June 1 and there has already been a high level of interest from locals, many of whom have already secured their membership.
Kristen continued: “I’m looking forward to bringing my years of experience with David Lloyd Clubs to our newest location in Bury St Edmunds. Over my time with the company, I’ve worked at eight different Clubs in various roles and most recently supported the reopening of our fully renovated and prestigious Fulham Club.
“The opening of a club is exciting for all involved and the interest David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds has seen already shows the desire for a health and wellness facility in the area. I can’t wait to welcome members through the doors of the Club later this year.
“We are committed to supporting the local area and our ongoing recruitment drive ahead of the new Club opening is a great opportunity for those looking to join a thriving, fast-paced fitness environment.”
For more information and to secure membership at David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds and benefit from the introductory offer visit: www.davidlloyd.co.uk/burystedmunds
Photo: Kristen Westwood appointed General Manager for the new David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds
