The usual problem: there is no spare room for a gym
Most offices and industrial units do not have a room designed to become a gym. Converting an existing one means building work, and many companies simply don’t have that indoor space available.
What they usually do have is a car park, a landscaped area or a yard that is not being used today.
An outdoor gym that doesn’t touch the building’s structure
A converted shipping container is installed directly in that outdoor space, with no need to alter anything in the main building. It does not compete for space with offices, meeting rooms or production areas.
For HR or facilities teams, this makes the decision much simpler: it is not a building project, it is the installation of a standalone module.
Why it makes sense as a corporate benefit
A real improvement, not just image
Adding an accessible training space at the workplace itself is a direct way of encouraging healthy habits among employees, without depending on them joining an outside gym.
Once bought, it becomes a company asset
Unlike paying for external services on a recurring basis, the module is bought and becomes part of the company’s assets, with no fee to renew every year.
Attracting and retaining talent
A tangible, visible benefit — not just a line in the HR catalogue — carries weight in the decision to stay at or join one company rather than another, especially in sectors where workplace wellbeing is part of the value proposition.
Installation without disrupting activity
Because it needs no building work inside the building, the installation does not interfere with the normal running of the office or the unit.
What to consider before proposing it internally
- Outdoor space available: car park, yard, landscaped area.
- Workforce profile: team size, shifts, likely hours of use.
- Whether you want open access or classes organised by a professional.
Frequently asked questions
Will it fit in a normal office car park?
It depends on the space available in each specific case; many companies already have under-used outdoor areas that fit it well.
Does it disrupt the company’s activity during installation?
It requires no building work inside the building, so the impact on day-to-day activity is minimal.
Is it only for large companies?
No. The fit depends more on the outdoor space available and the workforce’s interest than on the size of the company.
Do we need to hire a trainer to run it?
It is not compulsory, although some companies choose to offer instructor-led classes as part of the benefit.
How do we present this internally to management?
As a one-off investment in a corporate wellbeing asset, with no recurring cost linked to an external fee.