Our class programmes
A complete training system designed to make you fitter, stronger and more capable
At Principal Athletic, we believe that great results come from following a structured plan, coached by people who understand how to help you improve.
That’s why we’ve build a complete training system that develops every aspect of your fitness - strength, muscle, conditioning, movement and athletic ability.
Each of our 3 programmes has a specific purpose but they all work together to help you become fitter, stronger and more capable. All written in-house by our head coach and built around progressive training blocks. You’ll always know what you’re working on, why you’re working on it and how you’re progressing over time.
Athletic
Athletic is our flagship strength and conditioning programme.
Every session combines coached strength or skill development with structured conditioning to improve your fitness and athletic ability.
You might work on strength, olympic weightlifting, gymnastics skills, running, conditioning, movement quality, power and athletic development.
While individual sessions vary, the programme always works towards a bigger goal.
Whether you’re coming from a CrossFit or functional fitness background or simply want a more effective way to train, Athletic provides the structure and coaching to help you improve.
Fitness
Fitness is our conditioning focused programme designed to improve your cardio fitness, work capacity and overall conditioning.
Sessions use a wide range of equipment including free weights, ergs, bodyweight movements, running.
Expect challenging sessions, plenty of variety and a supportive environment where everyone can push themselves at their own level.
Fitness works alongside our other programmes to help you develop a balanced approach to training.
Principal Hypertrophy Training (PHT)
This is our dedicated strength programme and incorporates functional bodybuilding principles.
It combines progressive resistance training, expert coaching and the motivation and enjoyment of a group environment.
Each session focuses on quality movement, progressive overload and building confidence with weights.
Perfect for anyone who wants to get stronger, build muscle and enjoy the benefits of strength training, without training alone.
How the programmes work together
You don’t have to choose between getting stronger and getting fitter. In fact the best results often come from different types of training (think hybrid training).
A typical member might use:
Principal Hypertrophy Training (PHT) - build the strength foundation
Athletic - develop strength, movement and performance all in one class
Fitness - improve conditioning and engine
Because everything is programmed together, you can train consistently without simply adding more volume. Your training works as one whole system.
Also, see our class schedule.
Which programme is right for me?
Start with whatever programme best matches your goals. Our coaches will help you learn the movements and choose appropriate loading rather than having to plan everything yourself.
Book your free introductory session now
If you’re still unsure, we’re happy to help! Send us a message using our contact form and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
Find us
We are based in Colwick, Nottingham in the Armitage Business Park in Nottingham.
Just off Colwick loop road and close to Sainsburys, we are easily accessible from surrounding areas e.g. Netherfield, Carlton, Gedling, Burton Joyce and Nottingham City Centre.
Accessible by car, public transport and we have plenty of free parking right outside the unit.
Address:
Unit 3, Armitage Business Park
3 Park Road, Colwick, Nottingham
NG4 2TB