What is Zestival?

Zestival is The Bridge's open week event where women can access our women-only gym for free. We also run a discount on our gym memberships over open week.

Where is The Bridge?

Find us at 73 – 81 Southwark Bridge Road, London, SE1 0NQ.

The nearest mainline or tube station is London Bridge, but Waterloo is a lovely walk along the river.

How do I try out the gym?

Book your space through the link at the top of this page to try our gym for free.

We are open*: mon - thurs: 07:00 - 20:45 | fri: 07:00 - 20:00 | sat: 09:30 - 18:00 | sun: 09:30 - 14:00

*last entry 45 minutes before close

I want to try out fitness classes. How do I do this?

To book a fitness class, you'll need to purchase a day pass. For Zestival, we're reducing this to only £8 and you can book on to as many classes you like that day! Simply use code ZESTIVAL2024DP at check out.

Please note that we have limited spaces in classes, so please check availability before buying your day pass as we won't be able to refund you. Remember to read our terms and conditions for our cancellation and late policies when you buy.

You'll need a complete a health form to get involved. This will be emailed to you when you book.

What do I need to bring?

You'll need to wear trainers in the gym and we recommend wearing clothes that are breathable and comfortable. Please also bring your own reuseable waterbottle - we have a water station in the gym which you can use!

We have lockers in our changing rooms where you can store belongings. Please try to only bring what you need to the gym floor.

How accessible is the building?

Our spaces all have step free access and we also have an accessible shower.

I'm abit nervous visiting the gym. Can you offer any advice?

We want to foster a safe and supportive space for women to workout together. You'll be greated by a friendly receptionist when you arrive who will let you know exactly what you need to do and where you need to go to access the gym.

On the gym floor, we always have a professional and friendly Health and Wellbeing Trainer who is on hand to answer any questions, show you how to use our equipment and suggest different exercises to try.

You'll also find members of The Bridge team around the building, in our cafe and on the third floor in our office. We're always happy to chat and find out how we can best support you. Please pop in and see us if you've got any worries or concerns!

I have another question. How do I get in touch?

We'd love to chat and answer any other questions you might have!

Email: info@thebridge-uk.org

Phone: 020 7089 6250

Instagram: @the_bridge_london

or pop in for a chat!

When is Zestival?

Zestival is running from Monday 22 to Sunday 28 April 2014. Our gym membership discount is available from Monday 22 April to Sunday 05 May 2024.

Can I access the gym for free if I'm a current member?

No, free gym access during Zestival is for women who do not have a gym membership with The Bridge and for previous members only.

Why do you run Zestival?

The Bridge is a charity working to reduce inequalities in health and wellbeing by supporting women to make healthy life choices. Our open week gives all women in the area the opporunity to try our gym for free, see if our space is for them and buy a discounted gym membership. Find out more about our work here.

Do I have to book online?

You don't have to book a free gym slot to try our women-only gym, but it's the best way for us to keep in touch with you about news and promotions. You can walk in at anytime during our opening hours. Just remember to check in at reception and complete a gym waiver.

How do I claim 15% off my annual membership?

We're offering 15% off our annual membership from Monday 22 April to Sunday 05 May. Ready to join? Buy your membership here and use code ZESTIVAL2024UA at check out.

You'll need to create a MindBody account to register as a member at our gym. For support setting up an account, speak to our friendly reception team.

What changing facilities do you have?

We have women-only changing rooms and showers which you can use before and after your workout. We also have lockers in the changing rooms for you to store your own personal belongings.

Are you an inclusive space?

At The Bridge, we’re committed to working with, supporting and celebrating women of all abilities, cultural backgrounds, social class, religion, ethnicity, partnership status, maternity status, age, size, gender identity and sexuality. We’re an LGBTQ+ inclusive organisation.

We work to empower women to live positive, healthy lives, whilst recognising the ways that each one of us is uniquely shaped by privilege and the existence of structural and systematic discrimination and inequality.