Mind and Muscle - Witney

Evening everyone,

Mind & Muscle's 1st Birthday BBQ is officially happening! 🍔🌭

This year we've decided to use our first birthday to raise money for Andys Man Club, a charity dedicated to men's mental health and su***de prevention.

Men are often known for keeping things to themselves and struggling to speak openly when they're going through a difficult time. Andy's Man Club is helping to break that stigma by providing safe spaces where men can talk, support one another and realise that it's okay to talk.

At Mind & Muscle, mental health has always been just as important as physical health. While this fundraiser is supporting a men's mental health charity, we care about everyone's wellbeing, and we believe strong communities are built when people look out for each other.

On Saturday 27th June, from 11am until 3pm, we'll be putting on a BBQ at the gym with burgers, hot dogs, side dishes and high protein options available throughout the day.

Every penny raised through food sales, along with any donations, will be donated directly to Andy's Man Club.

Donation page:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/mindandmusclewitney?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

Whether you're a member or not, we'd love to see you there. It'll be a great chance to celebrate our first birthday with myself and Chris, meet some of the team, learn more about the charity and spend time with the Mind & Muscle community.

If you're planning on coming, please let us know so we can get an idea of numbers and make sure we've got plenty of food ready.

Let's raise some money for a fantastic cause, help break the stigma around mental health, and make our first birthday count.

June is Men's Health Month, and with the month already flying by, it's a good reminder to check in with yourself and the people around you.

At Mind & Muscle, we're big believers that physical health and mental health often go hand in hand. Training won't solve every problem, but moving your body, having a routine, being around good people and having somewhere to clear your head can make a real difference.

That's one of the reasons we built Mind & Muscle the way we did. Not just as a place to train, but as a community. When you join the gym, you also get access to our Mind & Muscle Family group chat. It's a place where members support each other, share achievements, offer encouragement and check in on one another. For many people, having that support network around them can be just as important as the training itself.

If you're struggling, talk to someone. A friend, a family member, a colleague or a professional. You don't have to carry everything on your own.

No ego. Just effort.

Strength. Grit. Community.

📍 Unit 2 West End Industrial Estate, West End, Witney, Oxfordshire OX28 1UB
📞 07498 499577
📧 [email protected]

We're incredibly proud to share that Mind & Muscle Gym has officially been named a finalist in the UK Small Business Awards 2026 in the Best Gym category.

When Chris and I opened the doors, the goal was never to build just another gym. We wanted to create a place where people could improve their physical health, support their mental wellbeing, and be part of a genuine community.

To be shortlisted is something we're genuinely grateful for, and it's a reflection of the people who make this place what it is every day.

A huge thank you to every member who trains with us, supports us, recommends us, attends our events, and helps make Mind & Muscle what it is. This recognition belongs to all of us.

Whatever happens next, we're proud of what we've built together and we're only just getting started.

Thank you for being part of the journey.

Matt & Chris

REAPER PROMOTIONS IS COMING TO WITNEY 🔥

A huge night of Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai is heading to Langdale Hall on 25th July, and it’s set to be an absolute belter.

Some serious local talent stepping into the ring, big atmosphere, food on site from Skatterlings of Africa, and a proper fight night feel from start to finish.

Whether you’re into combat sports or just want a good night out supporting local fighters, this is definitely one to get to.

Children are welcome.

Standard Tickets: £30
VIP Tickets: £50

See fighters for tickets or contact Chris Ryder on 07359 043643.

Let’s pack the place out for the fighters 👊

I already know which one I’m picking.

What about everyone else? 👀

1 or 2?

Mental Health Monday

If everybody in the world wrote their problems down on a piece of paper and threw them into a hat, would you take one out at random… or would you choose to keep your own?

It’s a question that makes you think.

Everybody is dealing with something, even if you can’t see it.

That’s why talking matters.
That’s why community matters.
That’s why being around good people matters.

For some people, training is more than fitness. It’s stress relief. Routine. Confidence. A chance to clear their head for an hour.

That’s a big part of what Mind & Muscle is about.

Massive congratulations to Chris, one of the owners of Mind & Muscle, who competed today at the Bampton Weightlifting Club powerlifting competition celebrating their 70th anniversary 👏

Chris took home Best Male Squat and finished 2nd place overall.

An even bigger achievement considering he pushed through a shoulder injury throughout the competition.

Proper performance and a great representation of what Mind & Muscle is all about 💪

Strength. Grit. Community.

WHY SATURDAY IS A GREAT DAY TO TRAIN 💥

No rushing before work.
No emails.
No pressure to be anywhere else.

Just a solid session, good atmosphere and a chance to reset properly before the new week starts.

Some people train to get stronger physically.
Some people train because it clears their head.

Most people train for both.

No ego. Just effort.

📍 Mind & Muscle Gym Witney
📞 07498 499577

Most people don’t join a gym because they’re confident.

They join because they’re trying to rebuild themselves.

A better mindset.
Better health.
More confidence.
More discipline.
A fresh start.

At Mind & Muscle, we’ve got members from all different backgrounds and experience levels. Some are advanced lifters, some are complete beginners, and some are simply trying to get themselves back on track mentally and physically.

You do not need to “already be fit” to start.

You just need to start. 👊

Some days, just showing up is enough.

Not every session is about PBs, smashing records, or looking perfect. Sometimes it’s just about clearing your head, getting through the door, and doing something positive for yourself.

At Mind & Muscle, we know training isn’t just physical. For a lot of people, the gym is part of staying mentally strong too.

One session at a time. 👊