About Us

Opened in June 2022 and based in the heart of Ripon at the idyllic canal basin, ESL is Ripon’s exclusive private training facility, providing first-class exercise and nutrition coaching to all. Our exceedingly high standards are built on scientific underpinnings, a wealth of experience and knowledge, and refined systems.

Our objective is simple; to create meaningful change to individuals’ physical and mental health by providing the highest quality, most comprehensive training and nutrition services in a premium private facility, with a diverse and supportive community of like-minded people.

Founded by our head coach & director tristan ashby eaglen (tristan eaglen coaching), he aimed to bring his years of undergrad & postgrad study in exercise science & wealth of experience in 1:1 coaching into the form of a premium private gym facility.

We use our extensive expertise to work with a wide array of individuals; ranging from competitive athletes, pre & post operative individuals, severe weight-loss interventions, individuals living or undergoing treatment for chronic disease, or indeed anyone in-between. The processes we are fortunate enough to be a part of ranges from individuals simply gaining strength, fitness and confidence, to helping a client recover from severe injury, joint-replacement surgery, surgery and treatments for chronic disease and subsequent life-long strategies through exercise & nutrition.

From the moment you make contact with us, to your initial consultation and comprehensive movement assessment, you will quickly come to understand our rigour, thoroughness & “leave no stone unturned” philosophy is one of the unique qualities that sets us apart.

The community we have galvanised along the way is the core of what makes us who we are. We know that having the best coaching & facilities is nothing without enjoyment being at the forefront of it all. We are truly privileged to work with so many inspirational people, all of whom make The Lab the incredible place it has become.