Wicklow gym creates hires 10 new staff following ‘huge increase in demand'
The new positions at CSP gym (Complete Strength and Performance) – ranging from certified personal trainers, group fitness instructors and service staff for the coffee bar – will support its goal of enhancing member services and expanding its reach into the local community, which it hopes to positively influence local people's lives through fitness.
This expansion brings to 16 the number of jobs created by CSP since it opened in October 2012.
'We're excited to grow our team and welcome new talent to our staff here at CSP Gym,' said gym manager Rebecca Fusciardi.
'While some of these positions have already been filled, we still have opportunities open for the right candidates,' she added.
Commenting on the new coffee bar, Rebecca said it is there for anyone who isn't a member but wants to pop in to see what the gym offers. .
'Our new coffee bar GRND, (pronounced 'grind'), is open to the general public and everyone is welcome to drop in to grab a coffee, have a chat, and see what we're about,' she said.
CSP Gym provides fitness classes across a number of different disciplines, including strength and conditioning classes, general fitness sessions, an exclusive Over 55's 'super seniors' programme, as well as classes for kids and teens.
The gym is also the home of the only 'Bike Row Ski' studio in the county, a heated cardio class that is becoming Ireland's fastest growing fitness franchise. It's a full body, 45-minute experience, where the coach will put you through your paces – as it says on the tin – from biking to rowing and skiing.
Another business that also operates from the gym is 'Reset Recovery Rooms', an onsite recovery facility which includes flotation, hot tub and cold tub, sauna and compression therapies.
The latest hiring initiative comes in response to increasing demand for health and wellness services in the area, which reflects a much broader and positive trend in people taking their health and wellness more seriously. With the expanded staff and business model, CSP plans to introduce new programmes, increase class capacity and more availability for one-on-one training sessions.
The gym also regularly hosts charity events for local organisations, and last year teamed up with Bray Wanderers for a huge outdoor fitness event on the Carlisle Grounds – the Carlisle Games, in association with Purple House Cancer Support.
The event will take place on Saturday, June 28 this year, with some 200 competitors taking to the Carlisle Grounds, again in aid of Purple House.
Remarking on the growth of the business, founder Alan Sherry said he was responding to the needs of the community, from all age groups and abilities, including children, teenagers, competitive athletes, as well as the over 55s and the elderly.
'From the moment we opened our doors in October 2012, the demand for our particular style of training has only grown,' Alan said. 'Every year our client base gets bigger, which is a tribute to the great team we have here, and our loyal membership, many of whom have been with us from the start.
''Our goal at CSP is to provide a space that becomes people's 'third place' – that place that, outside of their own home, and their workplace, they want to be, that they enjoy spending their time, and that, if they aren't here, they miss it.
''Once we provide that for our clients, and once they make that mental switch from viewing the gym as a chore, to a place they don't want to miss being at, the results take care of themselves, and our clients are fitter, stronger, and happier, physically mentally, for the long haul.''
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The new positions at CSP gym (Complete Strength and Performance) – ranging from certified personal trainers, group fitness instructors and service staff for the coffee bar – will support its goal of enhancing member services and expanding its reach into the local community, which it hopes to positively influence local people's lives through fitness. This expansion brings to 16 the number of jobs created by CSP since it opened in October 2012. 'We're excited to grow our team and welcome new talent to our staff here at CSP Gym,' said gym manager Rebecca Fusciardi. 'While some of these positions have already been filled, we still have opportunities open for the right candidates,' she added. Commenting on the new coffee bar, Rebecca said it is there for anyone who isn't a member but wants to pop in to see what the gym offers. . 'Our new coffee bar GRND, (pronounced 'grind'), is open to the general public and everyone is welcome to drop in to grab a coffee, have a chat, and see what we're about,' she said. CSP Gym provides fitness classes across a number of different disciplines, including strength and conditioning classes, general fitness sessions, an exclusive Over 55's 'super seniors' programme, as well as classes for kids and teens. The gym is also the home of the only 'Bike Row Ski' studio in the county, a heated cardio class that is becoming Ireland's fastest growing fitness franchise. It's a full body, 45-minute experience, where the coach will put you through your paces – as it says on the tin – from biking to rowing and skiing. Another business that also operates from the gym is 'Reset Recovery Rooms', an onsite recovery facility which includes flotation, hot tub and cold tub, sauna and compression therapies. The latest hiring initiative comes in response to increasing demand for health and wellness services in the area, which reflects a much broader and positive trend in people taking their health and wellness more seriously. With the expanded staff and business model, CSP plans to introduce new programmes, increase class capacity and more availability for one-on-one training sessions. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more The gym also regularly hosts charity events for local organisations, and last year teamed up with Bray Wanderers for a huge outdoor fitness event on the Carlisle Grounds – the Carlisle Games, in association with Purple House Cancer Support. The event will take place on Saturday, June 28 this year, with some 200 competitors taking to the Carlisle Grounds, again in aid of Purple House. Remarking on the growth of the business, founder Alan Sherry said he was responding to the needs of the community, from all age groups and abilities, including children, teenagers, competitive athletes, as well as the over 55s and the elderly. 'From the moment we opened our doors in October 2012, the demand for our particular style of training has only grown,' Alan said. 'Every year our client base gets bigger, which is a tribute to the great team we have here, and our loyal membership, many of whom have been with us from the start. ''Our goal at CSP is to provide a space that becomes people's 'third place' – that place that, outside of their own home, and their workplace, they want to be, that they enjoy spending their time, and that, if they aren't here, they miss it. ''Once we provide that for our clients, and once they make that mental switch from viewing the gym as a chore, to a place they don't want to miss being at, the results take care of themselves, and our clients are fitter, stronger, and happier, physically mentally, for the long haul.''
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