press release: Matrix Fitness
Floating 52 stories above London, Matrix Fitness install at the Shangri-La The Shard, London Sky Gym
Floating 52 stories above the capital, the Shangri-La The Shard, London features a luxurious wellbeing offering with spectacular views of London’s skyline. The fully equipped Sky Gym sits alongside the Sky Sauna, which offers guests an exclusive oasis, as well as the world-renowned Sky Pool, the highest hotel pool in Western Europe.
The Sky Gym refurbishment included the installation of the latest, innovative cardio and strength equipment from Matrix Fitness including items from its world-leading Endurance Touch and Touch XL Console cardio range which includes immersive features, a multitude of apps, entertainment options and a wide array of customer-focussed programmes including Sprint8, a 20-minute sprint HIIT workout, live course footage and built-in test protocols.
To provide an elite strength offering to users, the install also included items from The Ultra Series from Matrix Fitness which offers a powerful, yet comfortable experience with cutting-edge functionality and intuitive operation as well as equipment from The Versa Series which incorporates advanced biomechanics for a natural, smooth, efficient workouts experience.
On the refurbishment project, Matthew Stackhouse, hospitality, residential and corporate wellness specialist, Matrix Fitness UK explains: “This was an extremely prestigious project, and one that required the very best, not only in terms of equipment, but also in regards to design, layout and operational support, from the very first initial concept meeting right the way through to completion.
“Working alongside the team at The Shangri-La The Shard, London, in particular, Jean Louis Fresta (resident manager) and Iwona Oliwa (assistant director of engineering), we were able to bring a concept to life, transforming a relatively small footprint of space into a fresh, engaging training space with pioneering equipment to compliment the power of the breath-taking views surrounding it.”
Adding a touch of personalisation, Matrix Fitness also provided bespoke Shangri-La The Shard, London branded upholstery to the strength equipment as well as bespoke branded dumbbells. For a finishing touch, the branding has also been uploaded to the cardio machine consoles.
Nigel Tapping, head of sales – spa and hospitality at Matrix Fitness UK, adds: “The distinguished Shangri-La at The Shard, London, stands as a beacon of luxury and relaxation. In alignment with our vision at Matrix Fitness, we have become the preferred gym equipment and solutions provider for top-tier hotels and spas globally.
Our deliberate focus has borne fruit, as we collaborate with esteemed hospitality establishments worldwide. Equipped with top-notch services, robust infrastructure, and a dedicated team, we are primed to facilitate success for discerning clientele seeking exceptional service.”
For more information about The Sky Gym at the Shangri-La The Shard, London visit www.shangri-la.com or to learn how Matrix Fitness could help transform your training space, visit www.matrixfitness.co.uk
Chris Brown, sales director
Julian Taylor, commercial director
• Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
• Marriott Hotels
• Accor
• Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
• InterContinental Hotels Group
• Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
• Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and
• Club Med
Beyond the launch of our redesigned Upper Body Cycle and the wonderfully simple but effective Stretch Platform, we are also launching over 8 new pieces of plate loaded equipment.
Matrix doesn’t just manufacture equipment - we craft strength training innovations that evolve with your fitness facility and your lifters. We listen to owners, trainers and users to put real-world insights at the heart of our designs, captivating a new generation and delivering solutions that outperform the ordinary in better, smarter ways.
Choose Matrix, and discover strength that never rests.
We see the Matrix team as an extension to our own and together, we have designed and opened some amazing clubs and I’m sure we will continue to go an open many more.”
– Isaac Buchanan, chief executive officer, Snap Fitness United Kingdom & Ireland
– Alison Ainsworth, senior director of golf, leisure & spa operations Europe, Marriott Hotels
