BD Gyms explained

BD Gyms is an Irish chain of gyms, formerly known as Ben Dunne Gyms, with five locations in Ireland. The company was founded in June 1997 when it opened its first gym in Blanchardstown, Dublin.^[2] Originally a "mid to high end full service health club chain", the company reevaluated the market and subsequently focused on providing "no frills gym facilities" at lower prices.

By 2012, the group had over 40,000 members,^[3] increasing to 53,000 members (and 90 staff) by 2020.^[4]

External links

• BD Gyms website

Notes and References

1. Web site: Ben Dunne to expand his fitness clubs chain. Irish Times. 17 August 2015. 3 April 2009.
2. Web site: Ben there, Dunne that - now he's doing it all again. Irish Independent. 17 August 2015. 16 February 2003.
3. Web site: Ben Dunne Gyms show €1.7m profit. Irish Examiner. 17 August 2015. 16 April 2012.
4. Web site: Jacuzzis and steam rooms are 'a thing of the past' for Ben Dunne Gyms . Irish Times . irishtimes.com . 20 May 2020 . 11 February 2022 .