PureGym

Fitness for Everybody

At PureGym we believe that a healthy lifestyle should be accessible for everybody, regardless of age, nationality, gender, income, body type or fitness level.

40+

Clubs all over Switzerland with more already planned

80K+

More than 80,000 members and we are continuing to grow steadily

350+

Employees who are there to take exclusive care of the well-being of our members

Our clubs are all over switzerland

and we are a growing company

It is our mission to create a healthier nation, by helping more people in more places, with a great gym, at a great price, where everybody can feel welcome.

We are all PureGym

About us

From the beginning

Who we are

The first Basefit.ch studio was opened in 2008 with the aim of making fitness available in Switzerland to ordinary people, at affordable prices, locally and to a high standard. This philosophy remains unchanged to this day, and is confined to what really matters:

  • very good infrastructure
  • friendly, motivated employees
  • high hygiene standards
  • health insurance recognition
  • easy to access in a central location

After the first studio was opened in Volketswil, thanks to many satisfied members and guided by a concept that was new for Switzerland, we continued to expand within German-speaking Switzerland. Today (June 2020), Basefit,ch boasts a network of a total of 40 fitness clubs and around 350 employees, who take care of our roughly 80,000 members with great passion and commitment.

PureGym has been active in Switzerland since the end of 2019. The market entry took place when the then Basefit.ch AG became a subsidiary of the British company PureGym. By the end of 2021, all Basefit.ch AG clubs will be renamed PureGym. As a member of this strong group, which has around 1.6 million members, PureGym is one of the three largest fitness chains in Europe. This allows for the best possible positioning to further pursue and realise the ambitious goals: To provide the Swiss population with access to fitness at fair prices, on a high level of quality and with full flexibility thanks to monthly memberships. This will enable PureGym to make an even bigger and more important contribution to the fitness and health of the Swiss population in the future.

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PureGym as an employer

Always on the lookout

  •  The PureGym training is really varied and you get valuable insights into all areas of the training.

    Stefanie A., Apprentices at PureGym

  •  My apprenticeship is very exciting and varied with all the activities I get to do in the studio and with the members. I really enjoy the contact with people. This reaffirms for me that this career is exactly what I imagined it would be.

    Apprentice at PureGym

  •  During my apprenticeship I've learned a lot about people. I'm always pleased when I can use what I've learned to benefit others and positively influence their lives.

    Daniel S., Apprentice at PureGym

  •  Training for the Swiss Federal Certificate as a Specialist in Exercise and Health Promotion at PureGym was one of the best decisions I've made. For someone who's interested in working with people and their health, this is the ideal training. Interest in anatomy and exercise theory are obviously just as important. PureGym AG is getting bigger every day, and this also gives me the opportunity to grow. I started my training course in 2017 and since November 2019 I've been a manager at one of the nicest studios. You take on responsibility and you're appreciated.

    Vito F., Intern at PureGym

  •  Right from the start, you get a good insight into everyday professional life and can participate in it immediately. Exciting internal training courses clearly explain all the processes you need to know when you start. The theory modules with the SAFS provide additional variety and you can directly apply what you've learnt at university to the work. You also get the chance to gain more insight into other areas of work and take on additional responsibilities. For me it's a great training and a great start in a new industry.

    Simeon Z., Intern at PureGym

  • I really like studying at PureGym, because I can take what I've learnt at university and apply it practically to everyday working life. And there are a number of contact people at the company available to answer my questions. At the same time, I enjoy being personally responsible for organising my learning independently.

    Pascal S., Student at PureGym

  •  For me, studying at PureGym is the perfect way to put theory I've learnt into practice. It's exciting to be part of one of the largest fitness chains in Switzerland and to gain experience there in the field of fitness.

    Janina J., Student at PureGym

What are we looking for?

We want you! As a young or young-at-heart personality with a particular interest in:

  • fitness and/or the health sector
  • daily customer contact and a desire to apply yourself actively in your work

Together we’re stronger!

Training

Training at PureGym

We train!  PureGym is a great partner for training in the fitness sector. In the last five years alone, more than 90 of our employees have achieved a vocational qualification, a federal certificate or a university degree.

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Apprentices

Apprentices at PureGym

Are you interested in fitness and would you like a career in this field? At PureGym we offer two apprenticeships. Apprenticeship for the ‘Specialist in Exercise and Health Promotion’ Federal VET Diploma takes place at the clubs. At our headquarters, students study for the ‘Business Management’ Federal VET Diploma. Specialist knowledge is acquired at the vocational school and put into practice in the company. Both trainings offer a solid foundation for starting your professional career.

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Students

Students at PureGym

Would you like to start working in the fitness sector after you graduate high school?  This is possible with a dual Bachelor & Master degree from our partner university, the DHfPG (German University for Prevention and Healthcare Management). At PureGym you can complete different courses of study, such as ‘Fitness Economy’ or ‘Health Management’. The dual training offers the best prerequisites for a career in the fitness sector.

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Interns

Are you keen to try something new? Do you love fitness and working with people?

Are you keen to try something new? Do you love fitness and working with people? Then you’re in the right place. PureGym offers two different options for entering the fitness sector for those who want a change of career. Our partner, the SAFS (Swiss Academy of Fitness & Sports), provides training for the ‘Specialist in Exercise and Health Promotion’ Swiss Federal Certificate as well as ‘Fitness trainer with industry certificate’. At the same time you gain practical experience in the company and take on increasing responsibility there.

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What we offer

  • free sessions in all of our studios
  • employee discounts on all of our products
  • good insurance options
  • a dynamic team in which you can fully apply your skills and personality
  • 5 weeks’ holiday
  • remuneration in line with the market

As we’re continuously expanding our business and growing as a fitness provider, you’ll find plenty of development opportunities with us.

Open positions

Due to our continuing expansion, we’re always on the lookout for new, qualified colleagues!

Reach the next level with us, as a fitness trainer  or in one of our retail management positions as a club manager (branch manager) or  regional manager. But if you think you’re more suited to the back office, then become part of our competent administration team in the  areas of:

  • operations management
  • customer service
  • marketing
  • finance
  • human resources
  • facility management / retail development

All open positions