ABOUT SQUARE ONE
For anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in at the gym.
Square One was created for people who want to feel stronger, fitter and more energised, but who never felt comfortable in a typical gym environment.
Many of our members are parents, people returning to exercise after a break, or those who have tried gyms before but felt lost or unsupported.
We believe everyone deserves to feel confident lifting weights and looking after their health, without feeling intimidated or unsure where to start.
That’s what Square One is here for.
How it started
Founder Emma Haymes, a Wimborne local, knows exactly what that feeling is like.
Over ten years ago, Emma started going to the gym with the simple goal of getting stronger. But like many people, she quickly realised something was missing. There was plenty of equipment, but very little guidance.
Without support or structure, learning how to train properly felt confusing and intimidating. So she started building her own space to train, converting her dad’s garage into a small setup where she could learn the basics and focus on strength training properly. That small garage setup was just a five minute walk from where Square One now stands in Wimborne.
Over time, Emma began personal training others under her own name. But something became clear. Many people felt exactly the same way she had. They wanted to get stronger and look after their health, but they didn’t feel comfortable in traditional gyms. That’s when the idea for Square One was born.
A place where people could come back to the basics, learn properly, and build confidence in the gym.
Because sometimes the best place to start is right back at the beginning.
Starting again shouldn’t feel like failure.
Whether it’s been months, years, or you’ve never stepped into a gym before, we meet you exactly where you are.
At Square One, we focus on the basics done well:
✓ Simple but effective strength training
✓ Clear guidance from experienced coaches
✓ A supportive environment where you can build confidence over time.
Our goal is simple - to create confident gym-goers.
WHY ARE WE CALLED SQUARE ONE?
We’ve built a gym in Wimborne that focuses on coaching, community and long-term progress.
You can expect:
✓ A friendly, experienced coaching team
✓ Small group personal training that still feels personal
✓ Personalised sessions designed to build strength and confidence
✓ A welcoming environment with people at all stages of their journey
✓ Community events, workshops and extra support along the way
We’re not trying to be the biggest gym in Dorset.
We’d rather be the one where people feel supported.
What makes us differenT
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Ready to TAKE IT back to square one?
If you're looking for a personal training gym in Wimborne where you can build strength, confidence and consistency, the best place to start is our 28-Day Experience.
It begins with a quick phone call so we can make sure we’re the right fit for each other. If it feels like a good match, you’ll come in for a short one-to-one movement screen so we can personalise your starting point and help you feel comfortable from day one.
From there, all you need to do is turn up.
We’ll guide you through the rest.
We’ll take care of the rest. Get started here.
