Free Personal Training Intake & Body Composition Scan
Your free first session at The Gym Amsterdam
Every new client at The Gym Amsterdam receives a free 60-minute intake session, including a complimentary medical-grade Body Composition Scan (InBody). There is no obligation to sign up, no high-pressure sales call, and no monthly contract required after. Just a structured first conversation to see whether we are the right fit for your goals.
What is included in your free intake:
- InBody Body Composition Scan (10 min) — measures lean muscle mass, body fat percentage, visceral fat, hydration, and segmental analysis (left vs right arm/leg, etc.)
- Goals + history conversation (20 min) — what you want to achieve, what has and has not worked before, any injuries or restrictions
- Light movement screen (15 min) — squat, hip hinge, overhead reach, single-leg balance — to identify imbalances that should inform your training
- Tailored proposal (15 min) — your trainer recommends a session frequency, training mix, and package size that fits your timeline and budget
Why we offer a free intake
Personal training is a serious investment of money, time, and effort. We don’t expect anyone to commit to a coach they’ve never met. The free intake exists so you can:
- Meet the studio in De Pijp and feel the energy of the space
- Talk to one of our certified English-speaking trainers face-to-face
- See your real numbers via the InBody scan (most people have never had a real body composition reading before)
- Get a realistic answer to “how long until I see results” based on your starting point
- Walk away with clarity — even if you choose not to train with us
What the Body Composition Scan tells you
Bathroom scales lie. They lump together muscle, fat, water, and bone into one number that means very little. The InBody is a medical-grade device that uses bioelectrical impedance to give you accurate numbers on:
- Lean muscle mass — in kilograms, per body segment (left arm, right arm, trunk, left leg, right leg)
- Body fat percentage — accurate to within 1-2% (vs +/- 5% for visual estimation)
- Visceral fat level — the dangerous abdominal fat around your organs (predicts cardiovascular risk)
- Total body water — intracellular vs extracellular
- Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) — how many calories your body burns at rest
- Phase angle — a marker of cellular health and recovery capacity
Re-scans every 4-6 weeks make progress impossible to hide. You will know within six weeks whether your trainer’s programme is working.
Where and when
Intakes happen at our studio at Ruysdaelkade 161, 1072 AS Amsterdam-Zuid — in the heart of De Pijp. Available slots:
- Monday-Friday: 07:00 – 21:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00 – 14:00
- Outside these hours: by appointment, message us via WhatsApp
Getting there: tram 12 to Cornelis Troostplein (3-min walk), metro 52 to De Pijp station (5-min walk), 10 min by bike from Zuidas, 8 min from Museumplein. Paid street parking directly in front of the studio.
How to book your free intake
Three ways:
- WhatsApp (fastest): +31 6 51 68 36 38 — English replies within an hour during business hours
- Email: info@thegym.amsterdam
- Phone: +31 20 334 5825 (office hours)
Tell us your goals, preferred time slots, and which trainer specialty interests you (strength, kickboxing, weight loss, pre/postnatal, Hyrox/marathon prep, mobility). We’ll match you with the best-fit trainer and confirm your intake within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the free intake
Is the intake really free? What is the catch?
There is no catch. The intake is genuinely free of charge for new clients. We invest the 60 minutes because experience shows that anyone who meets our trainers, sees the studio, and gets their InBody numbers walks away with valuable information — whether or not they choose to train with us. It is also our way of letting you try the experience before spending a euro.
Do I need to bring anything?
Just yourself and a workout outfit (the movement screen requires light movement). The InBody scan works best on an empty stomach and well-hydrated state, so plan your meals accordingly — ideally no large meal in the 2-3 hours before. Bring a water bottle.
How long until I get a slot?
We usually confirm within 24 hours, with available slots within 3-5 days. During busy periods (January, September) it can be slightly longer. Message us via WhatsApp for the fastest response.
What if I decide not to train with you afterwards?
No problem. You keep your InBody printout, the movement-screen feedback, and the conversation insights. Many people come back to us months or years later because they remembered the experience. No hard feelings, no spam, no follow-up calls.
Can I bring my partner so we both get scanned?
Yes — if you are considering duo training, bring your partner along. Both of you get the full intake and InBody scan in the same session. Mention it in your booking message.
Is the InBody safe? I have a pacemaker / I am pregnant.
The InBody uses a very low electric current to measure body composition. It is safe for the vast majority of people but is not recommended for clients with pacemakers or other implanted electrical devices, or during pregnancy. If either applies to you, tell us beforehand and we will skip the scan — the rest of the intake still works perfectly.
Ready when you are
Your free intake takes 60 minutes, costs zero euros, and gives you real numbers plus a clear training plan. Worst case: you spend an hour at one of the best boutique gyms in Amsterdam Zuid. Best case: you find the coach who helps you achieve what you have been chasing for years.
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The Gym Amsterdam · Ruysdaelkade 161, 1072 AS Amsterdam · Mon-Fri 07:00-21:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-14:00 · 4.8★ Google (126+ reviews)
