Where Change Happens
The Chapel Gym is a mission of St John’s, based in the former Church of the Epiphany in Corby town centre. A church, but not church as you know it. The Chapel Gym exists to serve our community, build relationships with people who don’t usually come to church, and share the love of Jesus in practical ways.
At its heart is a first-class fitness facility that is affordable and accessible to all. As a registered charity, every membership helps support projects that improve physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing, alongside a range of community initiatives and pastoral support.
We believe that the Chapel Gym can change lives for the better – improving not only physical health, but also mental and spiritual health.
For nearly fifty years, the Church of the Epiphany served Corby town centre as a place of worship. Although regular Sunday services came to an end in 2011, the building continues to be a place of prayer, faith and transformation. A chapel remains at the heart of the building, where regular prayer happens and everyone is welcome.
Like a regular gym, members have access to an extensive range of cardio and strength equipment, free weights, a calisthenics rig, and combat training area, alongside personal training, classes and expert support. But the Chapel Gym is about far more than fitness, it’s about building community, supporting people through life’s challenges and creating opportunities for lasting change.
Alongside the gym itself, our ministry now includes several projects serving people across Corby:
Chapel Homes: in partnership with Hope into Action, provides safe, supported accommodation for people rebuilding their lives. Residents receive practical support, mentoring and encouragement as they move towards independent living.
Chapel Recovery: supports people seeking freedom from drug and alcohol addiction, offering hope, encouragement and specialist support as they rebuild their lives.
Through the gym itself, we also work alongside local organisations, creating opportunities for people of all ages to improve their wellbeing and discover a supportive community.
At St John’s we know that the good news of Jesus Christ is for absolutely everyone and the Chapel Gym helps us open the doors of the church wide.
For more information, visit the Chapel Gym website: www.thechapelgym.org.uk