Trying out PRAMA Family Active at David Lloyd Beckenham

Posted on By Becky

One of things that I’ve found hardest time-wise since becoming a parent, is finding the time to exercise (although that’s the excuse I use anyway!), and what to do with the children when you do. Of course, we do take turns to look after the kids whilst the other one goes to the gym/runs/plays football, but this obviously eats into our family time, something we’re not always willing to compromise on.

So when I got an email asking me if I’d like to add to the many positive David Lloyd Beckenham reviews and try out a new class at my local David Lloyd gym called PRAMA Family Active with one of the children, I jumped at the chance. I chose to take Freddie (7) with me, as we were in need of some quality 1-2-1 time, and the kid has more energy to burn off than anyone I know. When I told him he was ridiculously excited, as some of the Crystal Palace FC players were going to be there before our class having a go at PRAMA themselves, and he couldn’t wait to meet them.

Year officially made, and I was the best mum ever!

So what is PRAMA Family Active, I hear you cry?

Forget treadmills and mats, PRAMA is a new high tech group workout that the whole family can enjoy together. The PRAMA studio is an awesome space that looks like a really large dance mat (I had SO much fun using computer console dance mats with my uni housemates!). It uses lights and music to create a playful, motivational workout. Whilst moving between stations, computer screens show your activity, tell you when to move on and helps keep you motivated during the session.
 
 
And any exercise that’s fun and doesn’t feel like working out is fine by me!
 
PRAMA has 6 different classes that you can try, but we were trying the aforementioned Family Active one that are suitable for anyone age 5 plus. The nature of the class means that it’s suitable for anyone from a family member taking their foray into fitness, through to the most athletic and fittest gym-goer looking for an innovative workout.
PRAMA classes are new to the UK, and David Lloyd Clubs are the first UK health and fitness group to house the immersive studios.
 
Freddie is super-sporty, very competitive and loves a challenge, so I knew that he would love to have a go at PRAMA at David Lloyd Beckenham and embrace the whole goal-beating feel to it.  Held in a studio with pressure sensitive flooring and walls, and interactive lighting, the stations are set out in a similar format to a circuits class, with participants moving between stations at set times. As the brightly coloured, interactive floor lights up, class members will run, skip and even lunge across the studio, chasing the lights and dropping to the floor to touch lit-up stations. 
 
When parents attend with their kids (such as Freddie), the sequence of workouts changes to a slower paced combination of moves that sees kids doing hopscotch and families working in tandem to run and touch walls or targets on the floor. Throughout the workout, the moves are shown on LCD screens so that class participants know exactly what to do at each station. A countdown clock indicates to participants how long they have left at each station.
 
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After having a special warm up session and discussing the merits of chocolate chip cookies with his CPFC hero, Reuben Loftus-Cheek (I think F nearly died of happiness!) Freddie and I did two circuits together as a mother-son team. 
 
 
Whilst I’m a fairly regular gym-goer, I wasn’t expecting a family session to be such an intense workout, yet it really was- thanks to Freddie and my desire to beat our scores and that of the other pairs at each station (and I wonder where he gets his competitive streak from!).
 
 
At the end we were both sweating buckets but euphoric, and it was a great bonding session for the two of us- I would quite happily do this together weekly, and I reckon Adam and Sasha would’ve really enjoyed it too. Much more fun that just going for a run together!
 
 
 
It’s definitely my new favourite fitness class, at a time when there aren’t actually many decent sporting/exercise opportunities you can do with a 5 and 7 year old (football/swimming aside), and I can’t wait to have another go.

David Lloyd Beckenham – FAQ

1. What spa facilities are available at Beckenham?

David Lloyd Beckenham features a Spa Retreat, offering luxurious relaxation spaces such as salt-water hydro pools, steam rooms, saunas (including Himalayan salt), plunge pools, and bespoke aromatherapy treatments. This club is among the select locations offering these enhanced spa amenities.

2. Can I bring a guest to the spa?

Yes—David Lloyd Beckenham now allows guests to accompany members to the spa, as announced recently via their Instagram feed. Previously, access was more restricted, requiring an upgrade or additional fee depending on the club policy.

3. What are the membership options at David Lloyd?

Membership tiers typically include Standard, Plus, Platinum, and Flexible/Club options. The Platinum tier – most inclusive – offers unrestricted access to spa, racquets, fitness classes, monthly guest passes, discounts, and club access beyond Beckenham. Plus and Club packages offer varying degrees of access, with exclusions for racquets and spa amenities in lower tiers.

4. How much does a day pass cost, and what does it include?

Day passes typically range from £25 to £45 for a single adult, with family passes averaging around £45. These passes grant access to most facilities, such as the gym, pools, classes, spa areas, racquets, and club lounges, though some services like spa treatments and premium classes may cost extra.

5. Can I access the spa with a day pass or guest pass?

With a standard day or guest pass, you generally have access to common spa facilities (like steam rooms and jacuzzis), but not always to the full Spa Retreat, which may require an upgrade, especially at clubs offering those premium areas However, at Beckenham, guests are now explicitly permitted into the spa.

6. Are there photos of the spa facilities?

Yes – visuals are available on the official David Lloyd website featuring Spa Retreat setups across various clubs, including salt‑water hydro pools and steam rooms. Though not specific to Beckenham, these images offer a strong sense of its ambience and features.

 

 

*PRAMA is available at selected David Lloyd gyms in London, see www.davidlloyd.co.uk for more details. Thank you David Lloyd for working with The Spirited Puddle Jumper. 

If you like my David Lloyd Beckenham reviews, you can see other health and fitness articles on the blog. 

Becky Freeman

Meet the award-nominated UK lifestyle blogger behind Spirited Puddle Jumper – a mum of three living in South East London! Becky shares the real ups and downs of family life, parenting tips, and lifestyle inspiration, proving that being a mum doesn’t mean you stop being fun or having other interests! Follow along for honest insights into UK family life and opinions on a whole range of topics, from travel and food, to beauty reviews, home and DIY, business and health and wellness.

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