I am Jeanette, one of the Managers here at BigBox Huddersfield and I look after both the front of house and the LunchBox teams, making sure that everything runs smoothly and aiming to meet your every need. You can often find me running between the two, sat on reception or ferrying plates in the coffee shop during the busy times.
I’m so incredibly lucky to work with fantastic teams. Our reception team always try to be helpful, welcoming and greet you with a smile. We are happy to help – as is the team in LunchBox, which is our on-site café/bar.
LunchBox has recently updated the menu to include healthy and nutritious meals as well as protein shakes, smoothies and of course some comfort foods too. We try to be balanced in everything we do and offer a choice for everyone. We have also introduced seasonal specials and have some lovely winter warmers, along with a variety of tipples to treat yourself to if you wish.
Our Lunch Box events are really taking off. I have and will continue to work hard on making them great events. The success of the events has been the highlight of my job recently, seeing all of you enjoy yourself really does make me and our team happy!
We have many more ideas and events coming up so keep your eyes peeled!
As the festive season fast approaches and new year on the horizon I wish you all a happy, successful and healthy time ahead!
In the meantime, if you need anything, our fantastic team are here to help.
With love Jeanette
Jeanette
CHRISTMAS AT BIGBOX
THE BIGBOX CHRISTMAS TREE
The BigBox Christmas tree is a giving tree. We encourage members to bring in wrapped gifts for children, we’ll then donate these kind gifts to the Kirkwood and Teenage Cancer Trust.
If you would like to give a gift of kindness this year, we thank you in advance and we just ask to please label the wrapped gift, with the recommended age and gender, that the gift is appropriate for and hand in to the team on reception.
BIGBOX CHRISTMAS HAMPER
The ideal Christmas Present for the Gym goer in your life!
3 day passes
£30 LunchBox vouchers
Jar of luxury hot chocolate
Bag of delicious ground coffee
BigBox sweat towel
A box of scrumptious biscuits
ONLY £65
Total value of contents £120
Available at reception.
BIGBOX CHRISTMAS QUIZ
6:30pm FRIDAY 6th DECEMBER
Join us for our Christmas Quiz Night at BigBox!
Tickets are just £10 and includes our delicious LunchBox Weekly Special: mac & cheese with pigs in blanketsvegetarian and vegan options available!
ONLY £10
Don’t miss out on this festive night of fun and prizes!
CHRISTMAS LUNCH AT BIGBOX
CHRISTMAS MARKET AT BIGBOX
FITNESS FRIENDLY GIFTS & FESTIVE TREATS!
SUNDAY 1ST DECEMBER
9AM - 2PM
Join us for our first Christmas Market at BigBox, there’ll be a selection of local traders with the ideal Christmas gifts, Christmas themed food and drink from LunchBox and of course a visit from a special Christmas individual!
BIGBOX CHRISTMAS OPENING TIMES
Tuesday 24th December
Wednesday 25th December
Thursday 26th December
Friday 27th December
Saturday 28th December
Sunday 29th December
Monday 30th December
Tuesday 31st December
Wednesday 1st January
Thursday 2nd January 5am - 6pm CLOSED 8am - 8pm NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL 5am - 6pm 8am - 6pm NORMAL
12pm Friday 20th December 2024
Join us for Christmas Lunch at BigBox
Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival and a choice of 2 or 3 courses, from £25.00.
MENU
STARTERS
Smoked Salmon & Prawns
Melon & Parma Ham
Pea, Mint & Watercress soup
MAIN
Roast Turkey and trimmings
Salmon En Croute with Lemon Beurre Blanc
Mediterranean Vegetable Tart with Puttanesco Sauce
all served with seasonal vegetables
DESSERT
Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce
Chocolate Mousse
Strawberry Eton Mess
CLASSES
Fiona
HELLO AGAIN!
I hope you’re all keeping well in the run up to Christmas. I know it’s a busy time of year for everyone, but don’t forget to take a little time out for yourselves, whether it’s a relaxing yoga session, or a sweaty spin class, or perhaps try something new – shake up the mundane routine a little and bring a spark back to your gym life!
We are currently on with planning our January timetable which will be live from 6th January. Keep you eyes peeled for a few little treats in between now and then…..
DATES
FOR THE DIARY
20th December Christmas Vinyassa 6.30am and 12.15pm with Donna. Get into the Christmas spirit with some festive music and Christmas inspired poses!
31st Dec New Year’s Mash Up!
Can’t decide what to do for your final workout of 2024? Bev and Fiona have got you covered. The 90 minute mash-up of Body Pump, Body Attack, Body Combat and Sh’bam is BACK!
4th and 5th January – New Les Mills Releases
6th January New Timetable!
We’re in the process of planning our 2025 timetable and hope to have some exciting new editions for you!
BIG
ON RESULTS
Here at BigBox we have a fantastic team of Personal Trainers each with their own unique niches and specialities to ensure we have the ability, knowledge and skill set in club to help each and every one of you. Here are their top tips to help you achieve your health and fitness goals.
DANIELLE GODDARD
TOP TIP: Focus on yourself! Stop thinking and worrying about what others around you are doing, what they are lifting or where they are at in their progress. Everyone’s on a different journey. So don’t compare yourself in the gym or out to others around you or that you see on social media. Have healthy habits a structured plan, remember your reason why and be consistent, dial in on you!! Focus on you and your own journey and goals and celebrate your own wins, big or small every step of the way.
ELLIE LOOKER
TOP TIP: Having a structured workout routine and tailored programs will help you reach your goals! Don’t wing it and hope, invest in a coach who cares about helping you.
ALDIN SUSAC
TOP TIP: Stay consistent but stay patient - Results don’t happen overnight, so stay patient and consistent. Show up, keep pushing, and trust the process. Remember that fitness is a journey, and even small improvements are still progress.
DANNY PHILLIPS
TOP TIP: My top tip - consistency is key. Motivation can only get you so far it’s consistency which gets you to where you want to be. That session you didn’t skip or that meal plan you stuck to will truly drive you towards your goals. One,two, three bad days can always be turned into 3 good days - don’t let a blip set you back. It’s about being realistic with your goals and then applying them and being consistent with them.
PT TOP TIPS AT BIGBOX
SAMANTHA FALCK-MITCHELL
TOP TIP: For those with back or joint pain, take your training one day at a time, and celebrate the small victories. Remember - reaching the top of the mountain happens one step at a time.
DANIELLE JACKSON
TOP TIP: Breathing makes all the difference! Coordinate your breath with your lifts. Inhale during the lowering phase and exhale during the lifting phase to maximise your results!
JAKE ROBSHAW
TOP TIP: Leave you comfort zone, “The comfort zone is the greatest enemy of human potential” - Your true potential won’t be found in doing the same thing day in day out. Be prepared to make the change- whether that’s going bed earlier! Waking up earlier, reading that book, prepping those meal, upping that weight in the gym, 10 reps is not the magic number or getting those extra steps in! Little steps leads to big changes!
ALISON STEPHENSON
TOP TIP: Always focus on proper form and technique over lifting heavier weights. This is crucial for making long term progress in your fitness journey.
KEITH MCCALMON
TOP TIP: Stimulate don’t annihilate... Sometimes more is just more, recovery is king.
ASHTON PHILLIPS-MORRIN
TOP TIP: Excessive cardio is not effective for fat loss, instead, focus on lifting weights and being in a calorie deficit coupled with SOME cardio.
ADAM BATCHELOR
TOP TIP: Never be afraid to ask for help, the most successful people know when and how to ask for guidance and support, it’s a sign of strength - not weakness.
TOM JACKSON
FABIA GLEDHILL
TOP TIP: Concentrate on progressively overloading your muscles by increasing your weights to see results. Focus on the ‘2 reps in reserve’ rule!
CHRIS DERRICK
TOP TIP: Set clear goals, define your fitness objectives, whether its weight loss, muscle gain or improved endurance. Having specific goals helps maintain motivation and track progress.
TOP TIP: Always remember why you started and make goals throughout your journey, Track your progress and make notes of every win you experience no matter how small , it will help keep you accountable and motivated and you’ll have evidence over time that what your doing is working and at times where you might struggle for motivation you’ll have it to refer to re motivate you to continue striving toward your goals
10%OFF FOOD & DRINK STANDARD BIGBOX MEMBERSHIP
20%OFF FOOD & DRINK
WHEN YOU UPGRADE TO BIGBOX PLUS
COME AND SEE US IN LUNCHBOX, THERE’S ALWAYS LOTS GOING ON, WHY NOT POP IN ON YOUR NEXT VISIT AND SEE EVERYTHING WE HAVE TO OFFER.
LUNCHBOX
We’ve got everything from healthy breakfasts to sumptuous mains. Whether you’re refuelling after a workout, unwinding after a relaxing spa session, or simply meeting friends for a coffee, our welcoming vibe makes it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal. We offer a range of dishes from wholesome breakfasts to hearty mains and a special kids’ menu.
COFFEE SHOP
Our coffee shop at LunchBox offesr expertly brewed coffees, teas, and a selection of fresh pastries. Treat yourself to a tasty snack in our welcoming atmosphere.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Our weekly specials will be displayed on our in-club screens.
FISH FRIDAY’S
Every Friday come and join us for our special offer on our beer battered haddock and chips dish which you can enjoy for just £10!
LUNCHBOX EVENTS 2025
Keep your eyes peeled for all our events coming in 2025 including the introduction of our monthly Bistro nights.
LIVE SPORTS
Have a break from your fitness routine and watch your favourite team - LIVE Sports showing in LunchBox.
MENU
Press the button below to view our current menu.
Introducing BigBox Fit - your path to maximising your fitness potential and getting the most out of your BigBox membership.
At BigBox, we’re dedicated to helping you reach your full potential and fitness goals. That’s why we’ve launched this exciting new program, designed exclusively for our valued members.
What is BigBox Fit?
BigBox Fit is a personalised 45-minute 1-2-1 session with one of our expert instructors. During the session, you’ll receive tailored guidance, ongoing support, and a customised plan to help you make the most of your BigBox membership and accelerate your fitness journey.
The BigBox Fit sessions are bookable via the app.
BigBox Fit Appointment Card
When you sign up for BigBox Fit, you will receive a handy little appointment card where you can keep track of your 45 minute appointments for all the areas at BigBox to maximise your membership and get closer to your fitness goals.
Your success is our priority, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
JOIN US AT OUR BIGBOX FIT SOCIAL EVENTS
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming BigBox Fit Social Event, exclusively for BigBox members at no extra cost. As part of the BigBox Fit experience, these regular social events are designed to bring our community together and explore important wellness topics.
Everyone is welcome to join, and spots are bookable via the app. We can’t wait to see you there and connect over these important discussion topics!
Look out for our socials on socials and on our inclub screens. We meet in LunchBox on the last a Wednesday of the month, 12:30pm–2:00pm and 6:00pm–7:30pm.
BIGBOX FIT UPCOMING TOPICS
NOVEMBER 2024
Wednesday 27th November
Clear your clutter, clear your mind! with Bernadette
DECEMBER 2024
Wednesday 18th December
Christmas cheer and chatter! with Ann Turner
JANUARY 2025
Wednesday 29th January
Beyond the blues. . . a moment for mental health! with Brianna
FEBRUARY 2025
Wednesday 26th February
Sip and Style - Coffees whilst seeing spring/summer fashion 2025 with Ellen Wilkinson
MARCH 2025
Wednesday 26th March Bloom and brew
- Our gardening special! with Heidi
At the October social we had a self care reflection quiz, we offered tips and advice on self care, we had hand massages, and our guest speaker explained about chakras and how they can benefit our health. We also had some lovely baking from our chef John.
TESTIMONIALS
Thoroughly enjoyed the Social, it was well delivered and inspiring. Thanks to Alison and Lauren for making it happen and being so welcoming!
The food was amazing and a lovely surprise, so thanks to Chef John. Please can we have the recipe for the Protein Balls? They were delicious!
Look forward to the next Social too!
Really enjoyed this, very informative, also felt quite emotional at times (beautiful poem!) Love that Big Box is so much more than a gym! So glad I joined (always hated gyms!) Lauren and Alison are brilliant, thank you!
I have attended all the Fit Socials so far, I have enjoyed them all and have encouraged others to come. Three came to the October one as a result of my enthusiasm. All the sessions have been very good. Alison & Lauren supported by other staff members go that extra mile to plan, prepare & deliver the socials in a friendly way. Having been a teacher of adults myself I know these events don’t just happen without a great deal of work in advance.
The October social was fun & educational. It was great to learn how to massage hands, then have a very good outside speaker, on Chakras. Also, a lovely surprise to be offered treats to eat. BigBox is so much more than a gym it’s a way of life!
I am really happy I chose to attend the Bigbox social event on self-care with you both. I really enjoyed it and found it very useful for my everyday life.
The hand massage was interesting to learn about and I enjoyed the guest speakers talk too. The relaxed atmosphere you both create at the social events is wonderful and it’s an absolute pleasure to attend.
FAQ’S
Each issue we share the most frequently asked questions in the hope it provides more members with information you want to know. If there is a question not covered on this page, you may find it on our website: scan qr code (below) to read. If however, you have a different question, please ask our fabulous team at reception.
MORE FAQ’S
2. WHAT TIMES DOES LUNCHBOX START AND FINISH SERVING FOOD? 7:00am - 8:00pm Daily 1 2 3 4
1. WHAT ARE THE SPA OPENING TIMES? 5:00am - 10:00pm Weekdays 8:00am - 9:45pm Weekends
3. ARE DAY PASSES AVAILABLE?
DAY PASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR NON MEMBERS TO BUY HOWEVER, THEY MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A CURRENT MEMBER TO PURCHASE THEM - EXCLUDING JANUARY AND FEBRUARY AS THE NEW YEAR PLANS STATE.
4. WHAT ARE THE TIMES OF FAMILY SWIM?
PLEASE SEE OUR TIME TABLE ONLINE OR PRINTED IN CLUB AS THEY VARY EACH DAYTHEY ARE MARKED ‘FAMILY SWIM SESSION’
BE THE FIRST TO KNOW
LET US KNOW WHAT YOU’VE ENJOYED, WHAT CHALLENGES HAVE YOU HAD, WHAT DO YOU LOVE THE MOST? WE LOVE HEARING YOUR FEEDBACK.
BIGBOX PLUS LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!
I’m loving the gym & training with BigBox Keith. Extremely well run. Everything is well thought and works really well. I love the boxing room. Love the big room and the vast array of machines including the stretch ones that are new to me. I love the Jacuzzi room. Special mention today for Layton. Very nice lad working hard upstairs and we enjoyed a nice chat. Many thanks everyone at big box.
Your testimonials about the club are appreciated, please email them to hello@bigboxclub.co.uk
BigBox Plus, the ultimate membership bolt-on packed with exceptional perks. Enhance your BigBox experience with exclusive guest passes, complimentary towel service, and a 20% discount at our café.
It’s simple to upgrade to BigBox Plus! You can upgrade via your member portal or with our team in-club.
To upgrade through the member portal, just log in to the member portal and head to the ‘Shop’ tab. From there, select ‘Add a Bolt-On’, choose BigBox+, add it to your cart, and complete the upgrade. Once done, swing by our reception desk to pick up your new exclusive black BB+ access band.
NEW GYM KIT
In January we have some new gym kit being added to the main gym floor! On its way is:
Calf Raise Pin Loaded Machine
50 – 60kg Dumbbells
Portable Landmine’s
Safety Squat Bars
TEEN GYM
In the New Year we are looking to complete works on an exciting extension of the Teen Gym. This will create a brand new studio space in the Teen Gym.
WELCOME DANNY & DANIELLE TO THE PT TEAM!
Welcoming another 2 of our fitness instructors onto their PT journey in January as Danny & Danielle start their careers in the personal training sector.
LunchBox is now showing live sports events with the introduction of Sky Sports and TNT Sports being shown live in LunchBox. With this, we will also be increasing the food service time to 7am – 8pm daily so you can get your pre-game food to enjoy with the sporting events.
NEW YEAR PLANS
As we approach the festive period and the joys of the new year, we would like to inform you all of some measures that we are putting in place to make your experience the best it can be here at BigBox.
WAITING LIST
We will be introducing a waiting list from the 1st January for all new members wanting to join the club on our standard full membership. We have introduced this to ensure you get the most from your membership and the club remains user friendly.
What this means is new membership enquires will still be taken. We will however be monitoring spaces becoming available. If a member cancels or decides not to renew it will create a space for a new member to start at the club.
If there are any friends or family members that you would like to introduce to the club before we start our waiting list, please contact our membership team so they can help with their enquiry.
GUEST PASS USAGE
In January, we will be restricting the use of guest passes, so that everyone can continue to enjoy their experience. This will mean that all standard memberships will be allowed to bring guests as normal but only before 4pm each day.
This will be monitored continuously and we will try to remove this restriction as soon as possible, this is being put in place to ensure the club remains user friendly.
There will not be any restrictions on guest passes for PLUS members.
CAR PARK IMPROVEMENTS
We are currently working on a project and will be working tirelessly to have some major improvements to our car park completed to allow more parking and assist with the flow of traffic in the car park.
Nathan’s Barbers is coming to BIGBOX!
Introducing Unlimited Haircuts at BigBox from Only £19.99 a month.
We know you’re dedicated to your fitness journey, but what about your grooming game?
Well now you can keep fit and keep your style at the same time, and in the same place. Nathan’s Barbers are launching at BigBox Huddersfield, and it’s a game changer for men of all ages.
Nathan’s Barbers is the evolution of men’s grooming. We’re allowing men to step up and turn up in the world as they want to – with style and confidence. Get quality trims, skin fades, and beard cuts at an affordable price… and come back as often as you want for top ups.
For more information check out: www.nathansbarbers.com/
Mallinson Sports Is Coming To BigBox!
My name is Michael, and I am thrilled to announce that I will be opening my clinic here at BigBox!
I am a sports therapist and I’m here to resolve all your on going niggles, strains or sprains that may be hindering your daily activities.
I have a vast knowledge and expertise across a wide range of injuries and dysfunctions whether they stem from the gym, office or home environment.
I have two decades of experience in the sports industry and my journey has been nothing short of dynamic and rewarding.
I have been in competitive sports myself achieving milestones in boxing, rugby league, Crossfit and Hyrox so understand how important physical therapy is.
I look forward to meeting you, whether it’s a casual hello in the gym or a scheduled appointment to address your concerns. Lets work together to get you back to you best self.
