A real community focused place, supporting physical and mental wellbeing and social interactions. I have battled with weight gain since I had an operation in 2014. After my operation I became very unwell and despite being assessed by various medical professionals it had been overlooked I was in fact filled with blood poisoning through infection. Due to the operation. I eventually collapsed and was taken to hospital where I woke in special care unit. I had been extremely lucky that I had fantastic surgeon's who had spent the night saving my life. I learned my organs had started to shut down and I had gone through intrusive surgery. Despite feeling so very thankful to the wonderful people that supported me through this I was suffering mmentally.i lost faith & trust in health services, everytime I had an ache or felt unwell I felt overwhelmed with fear and believed it would be something awful. I was gaining Weight and losing confidence and trying to hide my anxiety from people around me. The change In me reached a point that I couldn't hide anymore to those close to me and I knew I needed to finally come to terms with what had happened..my health was suffering. I tried counselling, which helped a little, diets that worked only short term and exercise was a task. I joined the circle studios in 2015 desperate to find the right support and have never looked back. The support I have recieved has been truly amazing, I dont actually think I ever told anyone there my story, but feel to tell it now because of the life changing experience I have had. there are so many classes to chose from I decided to try them all, every single one of them proved to be fantastic, teachers are really supportive and staff equally encouraging. However, I couldn't attend them all, I simply didn't have enough hours in a day so I decided to pick a few and see how it goes. Bodybalance, bodypump,yoga, bounce and burn soon became part of my weekly routines, I started to feel fitter, my confidence was improving but still was not losing much Weight. I asked for & recieved some life changing very simple tips regarding nutrition. I chose to take this advice and introduce my nutrition plan the very next day. I continued my classes and was also attending regular meditation sessions called Tempo Kido. The combination of all that was offered to me at the circle truly transformed my life. I remember after a particular meditation session I literally felt a huge release, like everything I had been carrying on my shoulders had finally been lifted from me. I remember for the first time since my operation I felt truly healthy and well. I no longer have anxiety, I trust my own judgment again, I no longer think my leg would fall off if it aches! My confidence has bounced back and I feel I am living my life again,but even better than before. I am healthy, I have also lost 32lbs and am maintaining it with ease. I have met some wonderful people at the circle and made some lovely friends who I now enjoy socialising with. This amazing space really has the community at heart, it is not just a gym, it's a place where you can go and have lots of fun whilst improving your health and wellbeing, a real gem in the community. I have listened to many people who attend the circle and know I am not alone when I say the man who created this space and his team really should receive recognition for this amazing gift to Brighton & Hove. What's at the circle? Classes 7 days a week! Fantastic teachers, supportive staff, a delicious cafe. Therapy, oh and not to forget the fabulous parties organised in an amazing venue not just for members but for the whole community. So, from me it's a HUGE BIG NOMINATION , for the Circle Studios to be recognised at the business of the year awards. Thank You