Babylonstoren
Location
Babylonstoren, Franschhoek
The Space
Facility Type:
Corporate / Staff / Functional
Services Provided:
Consulting / Equipment / Layout / Installation
Project
Babylonstoren is more than just one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms in the Franschhoek wine valley. It is a meticulously designed and managed environment where beautifully curated fruit and vegetable gardens are surrounded by unique accommodation and dining experiences that all integrate to evoke a sense of wellbeing and impart a message of sustainability.
From its gardens, hotel and restaurants, to its marketing, sales and food delivery, Babylonstoren is a world-class operation that requires hardworking, dedicated staff.
To offer their staff the same feeling of well-being, Babylonstoren approached Gym Concepts to set up a gym, integrated with a larger social space, for the staff to relax and blow off steam.
Solution
Partnering with Babylonstoren on this project was a pleasure. The space they set up for their staff is truly inspirational and designing a gym to meet its standards was a worthy challenge.
The gym is located in single open floor room, where it shares half its floor space with a social area. The two spaces flow beautifully into each other as one moves from the smooth and natural wooden flooring of the social area to the more durable, industrial 15mm rubber flooring of the gym. Glass doors provide natural light, while users in the gym look out onto a swimming pool and outdoor social area, including a small soccer field.
We opted for air-based cardio units including a Concept 2 Rower and SkiErg, SportsArt Indoor Cycles, an Air Bike, and an AlphaState Sprint Treadmill. Not only do all these items run off human energy, but they are versatile conditioning tools that can easily be integrated into workouts beyond steady-state cardio. The environment was perfect for our favourite SportsArt Dual-Function Line machines as well as the SportsArt Functional Trainer.
SportsArt was a good fit in terms of their sustainably-minded ethos as well as the maximum functionality found within only these few items, along with quality, elegance and world-class warranties that are hard to beat.
For functional accessories we included squat racks, bars and plates, adjustable benches, a wall-mounted pull-up rack, a full range of AlphaState Dumbbells, as well as other smalls for conditioning and mobility.
We are really excited about how this gym turned out. It caters to a broad demographic and offers truly world-class fitness options in a space that will only be a pleasure to train in.
Equipment Highlights
SPORTSART Dual Adjustable Pulley FUNCTIONAL TRAINER
The SportsArt dual stack functional trainer offers a unique adjustable pulley ratio (1:2 and 1:4) giving users more workout options and increases weight selection options. Its is a highly versatile training system that gives maximum trainer options in all planes, while saving space.
CONCEPT 2 Rower
The dependable performance of the Model D Indoor Row has made a best seller in the world of indoor rowing and air-based cardio. Recognised by athletes as the standard for indoor rowing, the Model D is a solid piece of exercise equipment offered at a great value.
AlphaState Sprint Treadmill
The AlphaState non-motorized treadmill is propelled entirely by the user’s own bodyweight, instead of an electric motor. This high-performing, air-based-cardio unit is built for aerobic and anaerobic training sessions. A world-class design, and great price-point, makes this an outstanding speed treadmill.
Sportsart lateral pulldown/mid row
SportsArt’s unique dual function push-pull design is ideal product for gyms where you want to offer functionality but save space. You get two motions in one beautifully designed machine; easily adjusted to strengthen your chest, back, and rear deltoid.
AlphaState 20kg Nemesis Bar
The Alphastate 20kg Nemesis Bar is a premium Olympic Barbell manufactured from high-quality spring steel. It has a four needle bearing roation system per black oxide hard chrome sleeve. Its 28mm diameter shaft sports dual knurling marks, making it useful for both powerlifting and weightlifting. It’s quality construction and premium feel adds value to any facility looking to invest in its users.