ABOUT IMMERSE
ABOUT THE GYM
IMMERSE GYMS IS AN AFFORDABLE YET QUALITY INDEPENDENT GYM LIKE NO OTHER. WE ARE THE FIRST OF ITS KIND. WITH ELITE COACHING, HIGH QUALITY EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY AND GREAT FACILITIES, IMMERSE OFFERS HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR EVERYONE ALL UNDER ONE ROOF.
OUR MISSION
We are passionate about helping everyone have access to fitness. Helping our community enhance their c=quality of life physically and mentally and experience the freedom that brings you.
For us at Immerse, fitness isn't just for the elite, and about what you see in the mirror, it is so much more than that.
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It be accessible to everyone.
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It is about feeling proud and confident about what your body can achieve.
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It is about moving with ease and freedom, the way your body was designed to.
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It is about being able to say 'yes' to doing the activities that matter most to you.
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It is about building longevity and functionality throughout your life.
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It is about challenging yourself to push beyond the limits of what you thought was possible.
Fitness is a journey that empowers us to live life to the fullest. Together, we strive to unlock the potential within each of us.
WHY CHOOSE US
You really do get your moneys worth with what you get for your membership including flexible nutrition plans, goal setting and tracking, personalised workouts and complete flexibility to fit it into your life however you need to!
Our team of coaches are second to none to support beginners up to competition level athletes.
We arent the norm.
You wont find bulky machines or a place covered in mirrors. We focus on functional movement and versatile tools like dumbells, kettlebells, wall balls, sandbags and barbells to move with how your body was designed to move. Life is dynamic and so is our training.
Become part of our supportive and motivated community where your goals are our goals. Every member is guided by a coach who cares about your success.
We are an inclusive, supportive and diverse community and the world is your oyster! We pride ourselves on providing an offering which is a diverse as our members. We even have dimmed lighting so you dont feel in the spotlight - you walk into a different world when you come through the doors and leave the world outside!
Based on Duffield Road Industrial Estate, Little Eaton in a fitness and wellbeing hub - Immerse offers so much.
ABOUT THE OWNER
SOPHIA GAIQUI
My career used to be in engineering, procurement and business development. But as exercising and helping people have always been important to me it became more and more obvious that what I should be doing is coaching, so I took the plunge and changed direction.
I started with a blend of corporate and coaching, but once I realised my ambition of becoming a full-time coach I have never looked back. Now being part of the Immerse Gyms team, as an owner and coach, is a dream come true.
MY BEST ADVICE
Fall forwards – everything you do is an experience from which you can learn.
THE COACHES
SOPHIA GAIQUI
I live in Belper with my children Charlie and Florence and spend most of my spare time (what’s that!) with my family. I love crafting and making things with my daughter and all of us enjoy travelling and trying new experiences. I used to cycle and ride my motorbike, but that’s on hold now as I devote more time to my career in fitness and coaching.
I am a qualified British weightlifting Level 2 Coach, CrossFit Level 1 Coach, rehab and specialist coach and am Kettlebells and TRX accredited.
KATE GASIOR
I admit to being a workaholic so I never seem to have any spare time, but I adore what I do and as it all revolves around gym and sport, Immerse Gyms fits in perfectly with my life. I have Level 2 Gym, Level 3 PT and Level 3 Sports Therapy qualifications and I am also a Fascia and Emotional Release practitioner.
There are obviously times when I’m not working and then I love nothing more than enjoying good food – I’ll eat anything but I especially love a freshly baked loaf of bread.
RICHARD BREWIN
I’ve worked in the fitness industry for over 25 years, helping countless clients—from athletes competing at a high level to individuals simply looking to move better, feel stronger, and improve their overall wellbeing.
As well as one-to-one personal training, I’m passionate about group fitness and have taught a wide range of classes over the years, including circuits, Body Combat, and indoor cycling.
I hold a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification, Level 3 Personal Training certification, Level 2 Circuit Training qualification, and I’m also a qualified Pad Box instructor.
My approach is all about motivation, encouragement, and creating sessions that are effective, enjoyable, and sustainable.
HEATHER WARNER
Two years ago, I tried my first Hot Yoga class looking for something that was just for me. I wasn’t flexible, I wasn’t into tie-dye or incense sticks, but as a business owner, wife, and Mum/Step-Mum to four children, I needed a little “time out” of my own. Unbelievably, I thought about nothing except breathing and moving… mainly because I was sweating and wobbling so much! But I was hooked.
Since then, I’ve probably tried every yoga and Pilates class, from Restorative to Reformer, and Pilates quickly became my perfect balance of workout, calm, focus, and strength. I love how it helps build muscle strength, improve posture, and make you feel stronger both physically and mentally — all through moving and breathing.
I decided to train as an instructor not only to develop my own practice, but because I truly believe Pilates can help others in the same way it helped me. Whether you’re looking for some time for yourself, to improve your strength, posture, flexibility or fitness, or fancy an hour away from the chaos of everyday life, my classes are a friendly space to move, breathe, and feel good.
SUE ECROYD
A fitness Professional dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and unlock their full potential through workout plans and nutritional guidance. I am skilled in conducting fitness assessments, leading dynamic group classes, and building strong client relationships. I am known for clear communication, motivational coaching, and a commitment to promoting long-term healthy lifestyles.
To date, I’ve completed eight HYROX races (single & doubles) and proudly competed in two HYROX World Championships, solo Pro Division—and I bring that same drive and energy to every client I coach.
DAVID PIGUILLEM
Since 2009, I have been dedicated to my career to the pursuit of technical excellence in weightlifting. I have cultivated a reputation for transforming beginners and athletes through a disciplined, incremental approach to skill acquisition.
Guided by the mantra of "1% improvement every session," I empower lifters to bridge the gap between foundational movement and elite-level performance.
I have successfully coached numerous athletes to podium finishes in both Weightlifting and CrossFit competitions. This is backed by the highest industry standards. Holding Level 3 Diploma in Coaching Weightlifting, I serve as a Coach Educator for British Weightlifting, where I am responsible for mentoring and developing the next cohort of professionals.
MOLLIE STEVENSON
After years of practicing and benefitting from Pilates I decided to take the leap and start teaching, and I LOVE it!
My fitness journey started a long while back when I became a qualified gymnastics coach, after being a gymnast myself for 12 years. This stopped when graduated university and moved to London for the next 7 years starting my Design career, when I finally moved back to Derby I decided to start training to become a Pilates instructor, and here we are now! I am L3 Mat Pilates qualified & L3 Reformer & Pre and Post natal reformer qualified.
I teach both Mat and Reformer whilst still doing my Graphic design job part time as well, a handful but it’s all fun!