Ford Community Gym - Plymouth's Mental Health and Wellbeing Gym

15/06/2026

▪️ I M P O R T A N T • N O T I C E ▪️

The gym will be closed from Wednesday 24th to Monday 29th June 2026 (inclusive).

We will reopen on Tuesday 30th July 2026 and our members will be able to book in for sessions via the usual way (look out for scheduled posts/messages).

We will reply to messages and arrange any visits when we reopen.

Thank you.

Brydie and Pete

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05/06/2026

✨F O R D ✨ C O M M U N I T Y ✨ G Y M✨

We are a specialised community gym, focused on supporting individuals to become physically and mentally stronger.

All sessions are delivered by specialist coaches, Pete and Brydie Bruce, who have more than 30+ years combined experience in strength training, fitness, women’s health, sports therapy and rehabilitation.

We offer a variety of different types of sessions, including:

✨ wellbeing sessions for individuals who have had life-altering health conditions and/or rehabilitating

✨ specialised lifting sessions

✨ wellbeing boxing

✨ women’s only classes

✨ men’s only classes

✨ postnatal sessions

✨ youth sessions

✨ mother/daughter sessions

✨ personal training

We do monthly memberships or block payments, which are specific to the above types of sessions.

The details of sessions, including days and times, are provided for the specific sessions upon contact.

If you are looking for specific training, such as that mentioned above, please drop us a message and we’ll send over further info or direct you to the relevant page.

We can also arrange to book you in for an appointment to come and visit us for a chat to see what might be suitable for you.



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Ford Community Gym is part of the registered charity, Ford Youth and Community Centre (Charity Number 287709).

We work in partnership with The Wolseley Trust, who enable us to provide a safe environment for our members to train in, as well as support towards activities, and invaluable wraparound care, via the Wolseley Community Hub, for gym members who need additional help.

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26/04/2026

Coach Bruce is taking part in this special charity football match at Home Park on Bank Holiday Monday - why not come and join us to cheer him on!

Details about the match are in the comments and speak to us when you’re in the gym about tickets ⚽️💙💪🏼

You’ve met the leadership and management teams so now it’s time to start meeting the players!!

Today’s it’s the turn of the golden oldies!!

All 3 men are absolute legends in their own right, they all have 5 out of 5 caps in the annual charity match and have been massive supports as sponsors over the past 5 years!

We would call them golden oldies but they are actual diamonds 💎 ❤️

Pete PT Bruce is proudly sponsored by -
Paul Allen Wealth Management
MTL Training

Austen Beeney is proudly sponsored by


John Endacott is proudly sponsored by
Hunter District FC


All 3 men are genuine gentlemen and privileged to have them as part of our oganisation!

22/04/2026

21/04/2026

Are you interested in finding out more about our sessions and how you can join us?

Whether you are looking for:

✨ strength-based classes suitable for all abilities
✨ personal training
✨ postnatal sessions
✨ wellbeing sessions (for stroke survivors, individuals who have experienced a life-changing event, etc.)
✨ mother and daughter sessions
✨ sessions for pre-teen and teen girls

Strong with Brydie has you covered 🙋🏻‍♀️

To see more info on the above options, visit: https://strongwithbrydie.co.uk/train-with-me

A Level 3 Personal Trainer, who specialises in training women, I am qualified to support pre and postnatal women with exercise and nutrition, as well as being a Girls Gone Strong Certified Women’s Coaching Specialist and Certified Menopause Specialist.

✨C O M E • I N • F O R • A • C H A T✨

Message to book in and come along to one of the following:

🗓️ Saturday 24 April 2026

⏰ time slots from 9.00am

OR

🗓️ Tuesday 28 April 2026

⏰ time slots from 4.00pm

To book, visit the website, send a message to the Strong with Brydie page or email
[email protected]

If you’re interested in joining but are not able to make these dates, please message me so we can see what else might be possible.

This is your year to find your strong 💞💪🏼

19/04/2026

✨F O R D ✨ C O M M U N I T Y ✨ G Y M✨

We are a specialised community gym, focused on supporting individuals to become physically and mentally stronger.

All sessions are delivered by specialist coaches, Pete and Brydie Bruce, who have more than 30+ years combined experience in strength training, fitness, women’s health, sports therapy and rehabilitation.

We offer a variety of different types of sessions, including:

✨ wellbeing sessions for individuals who have had life-altering health conditions and/or rehabilitating

✨ specialised lifting sessions

✨ wellbeing boxing

✨ women’s only classes

✨ men’s only classes

✨ postnatal sessions

✨ youth sessions

✨ mother/daughter sessions

✨ personal training

We do monthly memberships or block payments, which are specific to the above types of sessions.

The details of sessions, including days and times, are provided for the specific sessions upon contact.

If you are looking for specific training, such as that mentioned above, please drop us a message and we’ll send over further info or direct you to the relevant page.

We can also arrange to book you in for an appointment to come and visit us for a chat to see what might be suitable for you.

18/04/2026

To the women I trained this week - I saw you and I’m proud of you for showing up 💞

If this resonates with you, next week is a new week - I’ll be in the gym - want to come and join me? 💞💪🏼

💌 Message me - Strong with Brydie

I've seen a lot of women having a difficult week; not feeling it. Finding things hard. Struggling through.

Despite all this, or perhaps because of this, they've come in for their session.

They've shown up for themselves.

They've lifted the weights and lifted one another.

They've left feeling lighter. And stronger.

Much stronger - physically and mentally.

That's what we do - every single week.

15/04/2026

On a day of receiving some disappointing news, which left me seriously doubting myself, I then received the kindest and most thoughtful gift
and card.

The new year has a tougher start than I had anticipated but *this" is my why and I will make sure 2026/27 helps even more women 💞💪🏼

15/04/2026

✨ Y O U R ✨ S U P P O R T ✨

By supporting Ford Community Gym, you are supporting a gym that works with:

✨ vulnerable young people and adults
✨ individuals who have experienced a life-changing illness
✨ individuals who are living with a long-term condition
✨ individuals who are in need of support for their mental health and wellbeing.

We are a gym for the community, supported by a community and you can help us make a difference.
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08/03/2026

✨ C E L E B R A T I N G • G I R L S • & • W O M E N ✨

It is an absolute pleasure and privilege to support, encourage, coach, guide, be inspired by and work with so many incredible girls and women.

Women who take the lessons they’ve learned in life to make changes and inspire others.

Girls who are navigating their way through school and experiencing changes in their lives.

Women, who, are not allowing themselves to be defined by illnesses, medical conditions or traumatic events.

Girls and women who step out of their comfort zone to try something new.

Women who stand by others, providing endless love and support.

Girls who are building friendships and support networks.

Women and girls who are discovering their true physical and mental strength.

Girls and women who see the best in others, build them up and offer hope.

Girls and women who want to make the world a better place for others.

Happy International Women’s Day to you all ✨💞💪🏼✨