Open Gym Day
10:00am to 4:00pm Quay Strength, PlymouthDrop in, meet the coaches and try the floor. No need to book.
Quay Strength
Strength Built to Last
Personal training in Plymouth for people who want honest progress, not quick fixes.
Mon-Thu 6am-9pm · Fri 6am-8pm
What We Offer
Strength Training in Plymouth
Every service at Quay Strength is built on the same principle: log the work, respect the process, get stronger for life.
1-to-1 Personal Training
Fully coached, one-on-one sessions tailored to your goals, your body, and your schedule. Marcus programmes every session, tracks every lift, and adjusts as you progress. This is the fastest route to real, measurable strength.
Small-Group Strength
Train with 2-4 other people in coached barbell and kettlebell sessions. You still get individual programming and technique correction, but with the energy and accountability of a small crew who push each other.
Online Programming
Can't train in person? Marcus writes your programme, reviews your training logs weekly, and adjusts your plan remotely. Ideal for experienced lifters who want expert oversight without being in the gym together.
Nutrition Coaching
No fad diets, no meal plans you'll abandon in a week. Practical nutrition guidance that fits around your actual life, designed to fuel your training and support long-term body composition changes.
Beginner Fundamentals
Never touched a barbell? Start here. A structured 8-week introduction to the foundational lifts, squat, deadlift, press, row. You'll learn proper technique, build baseline strength, and gain the confidence to train for life.
Honest Progress, Logged and Measured
Quay Strength exists because Marcus Quay got tired of watching people waste years in chain gyms with no plan, no coaching, and no progress to show for it. He built a training space in Plymouth where the work is simple: show up, follow the programme, lift a little more than last time, and keep doing it for decades.
Marcus holds a Level 3 Personal Training qualification and the StrongFirst SFG kettlebell certification, a globally respected standard that demands technical precision. Every session is logged. Every client has a programme. There are no gimmicks, no vanity transformations, and no before-and-after photos designed to sell you something.
The clients who stay longest are the ones who came for strength and found something better: the confidence that comes from knowing your body works properly, at 35 or at 65.
Real Numbers, Real Progress
3
Areas Served
60+
Oldest Active Client
100+
Sessions Logged Weekly
0
Vanity Transformations
How It Works
From First Session to Long-Term Strength
Book Your Free Intro
Fill in the contact form or call Marcus directly. You'll have a relaxed conversation about your goals, training history, and any injuries or limitations.
Assessment Session
Your first proper session. Marcus assesses your movement quality, identifies any weaknesses, and establishes your baseline numbers on the foundational lifts.
Get Your Programme
Based on your assessment, Marcus writes your individual training programme, whether you're training 1-to-1, in a group, or online. Every session is planned.
Train and Log
Every rep, every set, every weight is recorded. You can see your progress in black and white. No guessing, no winging it.
Why Quay Strength
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Every Session Logged
Every rep, every set, every weight. Your training log is your proof that the work is working. No guesswork, ever.
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Certified and Qualified
Level 3 PT and StrongFirst SFG certified. Marcus doesn't just coach, he meets internationally recognised standards of technical competence.
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No Chain-Gym Nonsense
Small space, serious coaching, grown-up atmosphere. Quay Strength is built for people who want to train properly without the music and mirrors.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Beginner Fundamentals programme is specifically designed for people who've never touched a barbell. Marcus teaches every movement from scratch and builds your technique before adding weight.
1-to-1 gives you Marcus's full attention for the entire session and is the fastest route to progress. Small-group sessions (2-4 people) still include individual programming and coaching, but you train alongside others for added motivation and accountability.
Pricing depends on whether you choose 1-to-1, small-group, or online programming. Book a free intro session and Marcus will talk through the options and find the right fit for your goals and budget.
Marcus holds a Level 3 Personal Training qualification and the StrongFirst SFG kettlebell certification, a globally respected standard that requires demonstrated technical proficiency in kettlebell training.
Yes, and it's one of the most important things you can do for your long-term health. Marcus has clients training well into their 60s. Every programme is built around your current ability and progresses at a pace that's safe and sustainable.
Quay Strength is based in Plymouth, Devon, and serves clients across Plymouth, Plymstock, and Saltash. Online programming is available for anyone, anywhere.
Book Your Free Intro Session
01752 987654No commitment, no pressure. Just an honest conversation about your goals and a taster of how we train.
Book Free IntroGet in Touch
Book your free intro session or ask Marcus anything. Call, email, or fill in the form below.
Upcoming Events
Come and train with us. Here is what is coming up.
Winter Strength Workshop
6:30pm Main studioA hands-on evening on lifting technique. Places are limited.
Reserve a placeAutumn Charity Lift
11:00am Quay StrengthOur autumn charity fundraiser. This date has passed, so it drops off the live site automatically.
