Studios carry a lot of weight in a small space. A few hundred kilograms of bumper plates, a rack of dumbbells, kettlebells, sleds and a wall-mounted or free-standing rig can add up to several tonnes, and much of it has to be carried by hand through shop fronts, back doors and stairwells. Rigs that are bolted to the floor or walls also need careful unbolting and making good.
Most studios cannot afford a long closure, so moves are usually planned over a single day or weekend. Flooring is often the critical path: rubber tiles need lifting and stacking before the heavy kit can be moved, then relaying at the new site before the rig and racks go back in. Bikes, rowers and ergs are lighter but need protecting so monitors and seats are not damaged.
What is included
- Inventory of rigs, racks, benches, cardio and conditioning equipment
- Unbolting and dismantling of rigs and racks, with fixings bagged and labelled
- Moving bumper plates, dumbbells, kettlebells and accessories in suitable containers
- Lifting, stacking and relaying of rubber tiles and platforms
- Protection for bike consoles, rower monitors and upholstery
- Rebuilding and re-fixing rigs and racks at the new site
- Layout set-out to suit class flow and training zones
Who it is for
- Personal trainers moving from a shared space into their own studio
- Boutique and class-based studios changing premises
- Functional training boxes with rigs, platforms and bumper plates
- Studios expanding into a bigger unit nearby
- Physiotherapy and rehab clinics with exercise areas
How much does it cost?
As a guide, moving a small PT or boutique studio in the UK usually costs £1,500 to £4,000, with large rigs, extensive flooring, stairs and long distances adding to the price. See our full cost guide.
