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press release: Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)

Gold company profile | Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
PRESS RELEASE

Gymkit UK shines at IFS winning 'Brand of the Year' award

28 Apr 2025
International Fitness Showcase, Brand of the Year 2025 / Gymkit UK
Gymkit UK, one of the UK's largest independent suppliers of fitness equipment, proudly announces its highly successful participation in the annual International Fitness Show (IFS) held in Blackpool.

The event saw Gymkit UK host Reformer classes using Peak Pilates Fit Reformers across all three days and also celebrate the achievement of being recognised as the Brand of the Year during the gala awards evening.

The International Fitness Show is renowned for gathering fitness professionals and enthusiasts alike. Returning for a third year, Gymkit UK made a standout impression with its Peak Pilates Reformer experience. Attendees had the opportunity to sign up for the Peak Pilates’ dynamic FitCore Reformer classes that showcase the power of this versatile fitness equipment. With a focus on enhancing flexibility, strength and body awareness, Peak Pilates equipment and their instructor education has become a standout offering in Gymkit UK’s portfolio.

“We’re thrilled to have had the opportunity to once again demonstrate the transformative potential of Peak Pilates to the IFS family,” said Howard Braband, Managing Director of GymKit UK. “Our Reformer sessions specially homed for the weekend in a 14-unit reformer studio and showroom at the Winter Gardens were designed to engage and inspire across all abilities. The enthusiasm and postivie feedback we received at every session reaffirms our commitment to presenting the best of Pilates based concepts to our customers.”

Gymkit UK was also delighted to receive the Brand of the Year award at the event. This recognition highlights the company’s dedication to providing high-quality fitness products, educational resources, and community engagement.

“We’re incredibly proud to be named Brand of the Year,” continued Braband. “This recognition of our commitment to providing high-quality fitness products and educational resources is a testament to the hard work and passion of the entire Gymkit UK team. We are excited to continue providing our customers and industry partners with top-class concepts, products and services.”

For more information, visit www.gymkituk.com and www.peakpilates.co.uk


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Tel: 01733 205551
Address: 130 Station Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 2EY, United Kingdom
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press release: Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)

Gold company profile | Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
PRESS RELEASE

Gymkit UK shines at IFS winning 'Brand of the Year' award

28 Apr 2025
International Fitness Showcase, Brand of the Year 2025 / Gymkit UK
Gymkit UK, one of the UK's largest independent suppliers of fitness equipment, proudly announces its highly successful participation in the annual International Fitness Show (IFS) held in Blackpool.

The event saw Gymkit UK host Reformer classes using Peak Pilates Fit Reformers across all three days and also celebrate the achievement of being recognised as the Brand of the Year during the gala awards evening.

The International Fitness Show is renowned for gathering fitness professionals and enthusiasts alike. Returning for a third year, Gymkit UK made a standout impression with its Peak Pilates Reformer experience. Attendees had the opportunity to sign up for the Peak Pilates’ dynamic FitCore Reformer classes that showcase the power of this versatile fitness equipment. With a focus on enhancing flexibility, strength and body awareness, Peak Pilates equipment and their instructor education has become a standout offering in Gymkit UK’s portfolio.

“We’re thrilled to have had the opportunity to once again demonstrate the transformative potential of Peak Pilates to the IFS family,” said Howard Braband, Managing Director of GymKit UK. “Our Reformer sessions specially homed for the weekend in a 14-unit reformer studio and showroom at the Winter Gardens were designed to engage and inspire across all abilities. The enthusiasm and postivie feedback we received at every session reaffirms our commitment to presenting the best of Pilates based concepts to our customers.”

Gymkit UK was also delighted to receive the Brand of the Year award at the event. This recognition highlights the company’s dedication to providing high-quality fitness products, educational resources, and community engagement.

“We’re incredibly proud to be named Brand of the Year,” continued Braband. “This recognition of our commitment to providing high-quality fitness products and educational resources is a testament to the hard work and passion of the entire Gymkit UK team. We are excited to continue providing our customers and industry partners with top-class concepts, products and services.”

For more information, visit www.gymkituk.com and www.peakpilates.co.uk


More press releases and updates from Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK):
Peak Pilates proudly distributed by Gymkit UK, is delighted to announce its return as an exhibitor at Elevate 2026, taking place 17-18 June at ExCeL London.
Peak Pilates will return to the International Fitness Showcase (IFS) in Blackpool this March, once again demonstrating the power and versatility of group reformer classes.
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Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Tel: 01733 205551
Address: 130 Station Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 2EY, United Kingdom
Howard Braband, managing director
Key personnel
Howard Braband, managing director
Jenna Kane, business development manager
Christie Braband, master trainer (FitCore)
Kerri Widdowson, general manager (logisitics and servicing)
Jo Morris, marketing
Key customers
■ Everyone Active,
■ Village Hotels,
■ FS8,
■ Chilli Pilates,
■ X-Club Pilates,
■ SuperYacht Fitness,
■ University of Aberdeen,
■ Balance Health Nottingham,
■ 3D Leisure,
■ Sopers House
Plans for the next 12 months
As demand for Reformer Pilates continues to accelerate, our focus is on expanding access to high-quality equipment, education through FitCore, supporting scalable studio models and strengthening our position as the UK’s leading full-service Pilates partner.
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