Hybrid Move: scaling from borrowed spaces to a dedicated studio
Jordan Allan's PT business, Hybrid Move, had spent years operating from borrowed spaces. Running boot camps across various local gyms and delivering personal training sessions wherever space allowed had proved popular, but it was limiting.
When the opportunity came to secure a permanent home for the studio in West Liss, Jordan faced a genuine challenge: how to transform the empty shell of a former office building into something purpose-built for high-intensity fitness.
The story of Hybrid Move
Jordan Allan built Hybrid Move on the back of delivering results. For years, the studio operated flexibly, using whatever facilities were available, from local gyms to outdoor spaces. This approach meant clients got excellent programming and coaching, but it also meant inconsistency. Moving between venues, relying on equipment availability at each location, and working within someone else's space constraints made it harder to deliver the bespoke experience Hybrid Move's clients deserved.
When the lease on a permanent premises came through, it was pivotal. The space was a former office, which meant transforming an empty shell into a vibrant training studio. Jordan needed mirrored walls for form checking, rubber tiled flooring with a dedicated sled track for explosive training, and quality equipment that could handle boot camp and personal training demands, all within a reasonable budget.
The opportunity of building the right training environment
After discussing the brief with the Fit Hire team, it became clear they understood what Hybrid Move was trying to build. Rather than pushing the most expensive options, Fit Hire recommended a mix of brand-new and pre-loved equipment, including pieces from Concept 2, Gym Gear and Rival Strength. This meant Jordan could get professional-grade kit at a price that made sense for a growing studio. The ground floor location of the premises turned out to be a blessing too, given how heavy and awkward installation of commercial gym equipment can be.
How Hybrid Move used the equipment to build their studio
Once the mirrored walls went up and the floor was laid, the equipment transformed the space entirely. Now, clients walking in see a dedicated training studio that matches the professional standard they expect. The sled track lets Jordan programme explosive movements that were difficult to deliver when bouncing between locations. The quality of the equipment, particularly the Concept 2 and Gym Gear pieces, means sessions can be programmed with confidence, knowing the kit will perform under load.
The results
Hybrid Move now operates from a purpose-built studio that reflects the quality of the coaching. Clients get a consistent, professional experience. Jordan has the stability to plan programming further ahead and the space to grow the team. What started as a business operating from borrowed facilities is now a proper bricks-and-mortar operation that clients can rely on.
Ready to scale your PT business?
If you're running a growing personal training studio or gym and thinking about upgrading your space or equipment, Fit Hire can help you do it affordably. We work with fitness professionals across the UK to source, install and support the kit that matters. Whether you're transforming a new space, upgrading existing equipment, or looking for cost-effective solutions that don't compromise on quality, get in touch.
Speak to the Fit Hire team about your space: https://www.fithire.com/advice-and-enquiries/ or call us on 01730 825050 to discuss what your studio needs.
