Putney's original gymnasium since 1928
Brief history of the gym
Originally opened in 1928 by Miss Margaret Grey (see 1954 Newspaper article), the gym has remained Putney’s local gym ever since, with over 1,600 members passing through its doors, including a high female membership at the club at an early date.
George Hackenschmidt, a famous Estonian strongman, professional wrestler, writer, and sports philosopher recognized as professional wrestling's first world heavyweight champion, was the gym’s Vice President.
Before and after getting cast in the 007 roles, James Bond actor Sean Connery trained here.
Many champion weightlifters were also members of the gym, including a two times bronze Commonwealth medallist Michael Pearman, Gary Taylor - the World’s Strongest Man of 1993, as well as Olympians like shotput champion Graham Savory and javelin thrower Gary Powers.
Today, Physical Culture Gym remains true to Miss Grey’s original concept.
We provide high-quality equipment and a friendly environment to support a range of evidence-based exercises that have stood the test of time. These exercises form the foundation of all physical activity for quality day-to-day life and sport.
While other unseasoned gyms mainly focus their attention on the body beautiful and artificial look, often accompanied by an overemphasis on the need for supplements, magic pills and quick fixes, we foster a healthier, more realistic outlook.
Our message? Exercise will help you get stronger, faster, more skilful and you’ll actually start to feel and look better!
No matter what your current fitness level or age you will receive a warm welcome. Our members range from the age of 14 to 70-plus.
At just under 3000 Sq ft, the gym is equipped with a full line of Eleiko, MedX, Nautilus , Kabuki Strength and other essential equipment to perform the perfect tailored workout.
With a longstanding, impressive reputation this gem of a gym in Putney is a place where members are encouraged to challenge themselves and work together to improve and achieve their individual goals whether that be competitive Powerlifting or just getting fit and strong for all life's challenges.
Physical Culture Gymnasium is Putney's foremost strength training and IPF British Powerlifting destination. We offer Powerlifting, strength training classes and bespoke personal training in London's most fully equipped IPF Eleiko & Rogue Fitness Powerlifting, Weightlifting and strength training club.
The gym is located in a pleasant residential area in the centre of Putney, just a few moments away from Putney High Street or any of the train stations (Putney, East Putney or Putney Bridge stations).