{"id":589874,"date":"2026-08-11T11:26:10","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T11:26:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/589874\/"},"modified":"2026-08-11T11:26:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T11:26:10","slug":"aberdeen-puregym-objects-to-new-padel-centre-next-door-because-of-accompanying-gym-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/589874\/","title":{"rendered":"Aberdeen PureGym objects to new padel centre next door because of accompanying gym space"},"content":{"rendered":"

PureGym has lodged an objection against plans to transform a neighbouring premises into a fitness suite they argue could operate as a standalone gym.<\/p>\n

Back in June, Slazenger unveiled plans to create a padel centre at the former Ikea click-and-collect unit in Altens, Aberdeen, which closed in March ahead of the retailer\u2019s move to Union Square.<\/p>\n

Proposals submitted to Aberdeen City Council include a \u201csmall gym area, changing rooms and toilets\u201d along with 11 indoor courts with a shop and equipment hire.<\/p>\n

But PureGym have objected to the plans on the grounds the gym area, which would occupy nearly 5,800 square feet, would allow for a \u201ccomprehensive range of fitness facilities\u201d beyond serving padel playesr.<\/p>\n

Jonathan Wadcock of Urban Agile, on behalf of PureGym, said: \u201cIt would be entirely possible for this to operate as a standalone gym facility, attracting visitors that are not using the padel facilities.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe submitted drawings show Everlast, Centr and Hyrox branding to the proposed gym area, which implies that exercise classes and fitness programmes will be available.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"TheAberdeen City Council\/Frasers GroupThe proposed plans for the new padel centre in the former IKEA unit. Aberdeen City Council\/Frasers Group<\/p>\n

PureGym argues the future use of the fitness space has not been fully considered and has also raised concerns about transport and parking if the site were used as both a padel centre and a gym.<\/p>\n

If the plans are to be approved, Mr Wadcock wants there to be conditions where the gym is only used as a warm-up space.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cIt is clearly not essential for the proposed development to include a large gym as it is unusual for padel developments to provide such facilities.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIf the gym were allowed to operate as a standalone facility, it could adversely affect sustainable transport, highways, and town centre vitality and viability.\u201d<\/p>\n

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