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Gym near Ashton-in-Makerfield

Lycan Strength is south-east of Ashton-in-Makerfield in Irlam, 19 minutes away in light traffic. Worth knowing if you want coaching and HYROX training rather than just a gym floor.

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Getting here from Ashton-in-Makerfield

From Ashton-in-Makerfield: 9.5 miles in a straight line, 13.7 miles by road
Drive time: About 19 minutes in light traffic, allow around 30 at rush hour
Direction: The gym is south-east of Ashton-in-Makerfield
By train: Irlam station (Northern) is about 0.4 miles from the gym
Ashton-in-Makerfield is in: Wigan, Ashton-in-Makerfield South ward, postcode area WN4
Gym address: Unit 2, The Oasis, Brinell Drive, Irlam, Manchester M44 5BL

Directions from Ashton-in-Makerfield

Ashton-in-Makerfield and the gym to scale, with neighbouring areas. Straight-line distance 9.5 miles.

Ashton-in-Makerfield is number 33 of 74 Wigan areas on our list by distance to the gym; the closest are Marsland Green and Blackmoor. It shares the WN4 postcode area with Edge Green, Stubshaw Cross, Town Green, Bryn and 3 more. Heading south-east towards Irlam, the straight line from Ashton-in-Makerfield passes Golborne, Lowton St Luke's, Lowton Heath, Lowton.

Why train here from Ashton-in-Makerfield

The question for anyone in Ashton-in-Makerfield is not just "where is the nearest gym" but "where will I actually keep going". That usually comes down to coaching, people and a timetable that fits your week.

A coach in every sessionYou are never left guessing: movements are taught, scaled and progressed by the coach running the class.
Every level in one roomFirst-timers, people coming back after years off and long-time members train side by side, each at their own pace.
Try it before you commitA free week from Ashton-in-Makerfield: every class, the full gym and a fitness assessment, no card needed.
Physio on sitePhysiotherapy for sports injuries, back pain and rehab, with 20% off treatment for members.
Official HYROX affiliated gymMembers race HYROX in doubles and relays, and train on a full-length turf sled track.

Fitting it into your week

For a 6am class, leave Ashton-in-Makerfield by about 5:30am. The roads are quiet, so the 19 minute estimate is realistic.
For a 6pm class straight from work, give yourself around 30 minutes and leave by 5:20pm.
For Mobility on Sunday at 9:30am, leaving at 9:00am gets you in with time to settle in.

Drive times are estimates from road distance. Traffic around Wigan varies, so allow a little extra the first time.

Your week from Ashton-in-Makerfield

Class times and when to leave Ashton-in-Makerfield
Class		Leave Ashton-in-Makerfield by
Mon 6am	Full Body	5:30am
Mon 6pm	Full Body	5:20pm
Mon 7pm	Engine	6:20pm
Tue 6pm	Upper	5:20pm
Tue 7pm	Upper	6:20pm
Wed 6am	Upper	5:30am
Wed 6pm	Engine	5:20pm
Wed 7pm	Upper	6:20pm
Thu 6am	Lower	5:30am
Thu 6pm	Lower	5:20pm
Thu 7pm	Lower	6:20pm
Fri 6am	Engine	5:30am
Fri 6:30pm	Lycan Shred	5:50pm
Sun 9:30am	Mobility	9:00am

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Ashton-in-Makerfield questions

How far is Lycan Strength from Ashton-in-Makerfield?

9.5 miles in a straight line and 13.7 miles by road. Most people drive it in around 19 minutes outside rush hour.

Is there a HYROX gym near Ashton-in-Makerfield?

Yes. Lycan Strength in Irlam is an official HYROX affiliated gym, about 19 minutes from Ashton-in-Makerfield, where members train for HYROX doubles and relays with Engine sessions on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Can I try Lycan Strength before joining?

Yes. The 7-day free trial gives you unlimited classes, the full gym and a complimentary fitness assessment, with no credit card required.

Is there parking or a train station nearby?

Irlam railway station is about 0.4 miles from the gym. For parking details, call the gym on 07428 442526 before your first visit.

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