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Horspath Athletics Track · Oxford

The last gym you'll ever join.

Join for the coaching. Stay for the community.

TAC is a gym for everyone. Whatever your age, fitness or experience, our coaches will help you get stronger, fitter and more confident.

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TAC in a nutshell

Four things worth knowing

50/50

Men and women, evenly splitOur membership is half male, half female. Everyone belongs here.

30+

Classes every weekEarly, lunchtime, evening and weekend. Jump in whenever suits you.

£3.29

Cheaper than your daily coffeeMemberships from £3.29 a day. Better for you, too.

13+

Years coaching OxfordSome of our founding members are still training with us today.

Classes

Pick your session

Every class lasts an hour and is led by a coach. Stick to one, or mix them up across your week.

TACFiT

Functional fitness

Our flagship class. Strength, gymnastics and conditioning that make you ready for anything life throws at you.

WhenWeekdays 06:15 & 18:00, 12:00 (not Wed). Team TACFiT Sat 10:00.

Hyrox

Race ready

You don't have to race. The running, sleds and wall balls will still make you fitter than you've been in years. Fair warning: it's addictive.

WhenMornings, lunchtimes and evenings through the week.

Prime

50+

Squat, deadlift, push, pull, sweat. No complicated skills, just increased strength and a resilient body that keeps up with your ambitions for years to come.

WhenTue & Thu, 11:00 and 17:00. Watch the intro →

Strength

Barbell

Structured lifting to build the foundation everything else sits on. Watch the numbers climb week by week.

WhenTue & Thu 19:00, Sun 10:00.

Plus Gymnastics on Tuesday mornings and Olympic lifting on Saturdays at 09:00.

What's on this week?Grab a spot on the live timetable.
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New class · Prime

50+ and think the gym isn't for you? Think again.

Prime is our brand-new class built on the basics: squat, deadlift, push and pull. No complicated lifts, no chaos. Just increased strength and a resilient body that will keep up with your ambitions for the years ahead, at a pace that suits you.

  • Coached sessions designed for over-50s
  • Increased strength and mobility for everyday life
  • No experience needed. Your coach starts where you are
WhenTuesday & Thursday · 11:00 and 17:00
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NEW
Track on the doorstep
The community

Everyone's welcome. Nobody's judged.

Walk in nervous, walk out with a crew. TAC is a friendly, down-to-earth gym where people cheer each other on — whether it's your first press-up or a new personal best.

  • Coaches who know your name and your goals
  • Every workout scaled to suit you
  • Socials and events on top
  • An athletics track right outside the door
Life at TAC

Real members. Real sessions.

No stock photos, no models. Just the people who train here.

How to join

Join in 4 easy steps

No guesswork. No being thrown in at the deep end. Here's exactly how it works.

1

Say hello

Book a quick call with the team, or arrange your screening by email or WhatsApp. No pressure, no hard sell.

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2

Your 1:1 screening

A coach looks at how you move, spots any imbalances or weak links, shows you how everything works and maps out a clear roadmap for your journey. No more guesswork.

3

Follow the plan

Turn up to the sessions we recommend and let the coaching do its job. Then watch your progress take off.

4

Check in, level up

Regular check-ins to make sure you love the direction you're heading. We tweak the plan, dig into your nutrition and much, much more.

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Prices

Two ways in

Try a single class, or let us know what you're into and we'll send over membership options.

Drop in

£20per class

Hyrox, Prime, Strength, Gymnastics, Olympic lifting and Saturday Team TACFiT. Book straight onto the timetable.

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Best value

Membership

From £3.29a day

Cheaper than your daily coffee.

Every membership starts with a 1:1 screening and a personal roadmap from our coaches. After that, you get regular check-ins, a community behind you and nutritional support to help your results last.

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Members

Don't just take our word for it

I often trained alongside guys 20-plus years my junior and I never once felt out of place.
Susan Ni ChriodainTAC member
I joined to do a Hyrox and came away with so much more — a new-found respect for my body and for fitness as lifelong health.
Rosie HarrisonTAC member
If you're thinking about joining TAC, just do it. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
Dave AikinTAC member
Get in touch

Email us. Book a call.

We're happy to talk you through the options and help you find the right fit.

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Where

The Athlete Centre
Horspath Athletics Track
Horspath Road
Oxford OX4 2RR
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Contact

Opening hours

Mon–Thu
06:00–20:00
Friday
06:00–19:00
Saturday
09:00–12:00
Sunday
10:00–12:00

First time?

Book onto any class and tell your coach it's your first. Questions first? Just email us.

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