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Worth the ‘weight’! Long awaited gym opens in West End

- Universal Gym VI challenges residents to be ‘better than you used to be’
First District Representative Hon Andrew A. Fahie (right), speaking at the opening of the Universal Gym VI in West End this evening, January 5, 2017. Photo: VINO
Seventh-day Adventist pastor Leriano Webster offers a prayer at the opening of the Universal Gym VI in West End this evening, January 5, 2017. Photo: VINO
Seventh-day Adventist pastor Leriano Webster offers a prayer at the opening of the Universal Gym VI in West End this evening, January 5, 2017. Photo: VINO
Some of the equipment available at the Universal Gym VI. Photo: VINO
Some of the equipment available at the Universal Gym VI. Photo: VINO
From left: First District Representative Hon Andrew A. Fahie, Mrs Kristol Hadaway and Mr Don Carlos K. Hadaway. Photo: VINO
From left: First District Representative Hon Andrew A. Fahie, Mrs Kristol Hadaway and Mr Don Carlos K. Hadaway. Photo: VINO
Dumbbells. Photo: VINO
Dumbbells. Photo: VINO
Supplements available at Universal Gym VI. Photo: VINO
Supplements available at Universal Gym VI. Photo: VINO
Some of the persons at the opening of Universal Gym VI in West End on January 5, 2017. Photo: VINO
Some of the persons at the opening of Universal Gym VI in West End on January 5, 2017. Photo: VINO
Working up a sweat on the treadmills. Photo: VINO
Working up a sweat on the treadmills. Photo: VINO
Persons making use of the equipment on the opening night of Universal Gym VI. Photo: VINO
Persons making use of the equipment on the opening night of Universal Gym VI. Photo: VINO
A 'Kiddies Corner' is also a feature of Universal Gym VI in West End. Photo: VINO
A 'Kiddies Corner' is also a feature of Universal Gym VI in West End. Photo: VINO
WEST END, Tortola, VI- It took more than five years to materialise but persons especially in West End seeking to get fit, lose some pounds or pack on some muscles can now go to a gym right in their area to achieve that objective.

The Universal Gym VI, located in the West End Community Centre building, officially opened its doors this evening January 5, 2017. The facility is being run by Mr Don Carlos K. Hadaway, a fitness trainer.

A number of persons, including some from outside of West End, attended the opening and got a feel of the variety of equipment available to ensure a complete body workout.

Long in coming

First District Representative Hon Andrew A. Fahie congratulated Mr Hadaway on coming through to his word on opening up a gym for the West End Community. He added that since 2010 he was pushing to have a gym in the area and continued to fight for it even after his Virgin Islands Party (VIP) came out of power in 2011.

“I have been fighting since then to have the gym open and to get somebody to come along with a good plan and can take it and lease it out. We had many persons that had a lot of good plans on paper but they never materialised.”

Hon Fahie said he knows Mr Hadaway to be not just business-minded and knows his craft but also caring about the health and fitness of persons.

A feature of the gym is a ‘kiddies corner’ for members with young children and Hon Fahie commended Mr Hadaway for the initiative.

Best membership rates

Mr Hadaway began by joking that his gym is the first with television before letting persons know that the facility offers the best membership rates on the island and also low prices on supplements.

He also assured that he will always be there to help everyone especially beginners to reach their goals. The gym’s slogan is ‘Fitness is not about being better than someone else...it’s about being better than you used to be!’

Monthly membership is $50, 6 months $270 and yearly $480.

Opening hours is 5:00 A.M. to 7:00 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. The gym closes early on Fridays and is closed on Saturdays.

30 Responses to “Worth the ‘weight’! Long awaited gym opens in West End”

  • one eye (05/01/2017, 21:59) Like (30) Dislike (8) Reply
    Fahie needs to start as he putting back on the weight
    • Yep (05/01/2017, 22:19) Like (18) Dislike (9) Reply
      No shade, but I hope he did not leave without signing up for a membership. Those hips...hmmm
      • Fahie needs to work out (06/01/2017, 08:36) Like (6) Dislike (9) Reply
        Maybe the photo was taken with one of those crazy mirror lens or is Fahie really that big?
        Not sure what 'fighting" Fahie has done to get the gym- who was he fighting and what did he actually do?
        Good luck Mr Hadaway!
    • the rock (06/01/2017, 04:36) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
      as usual some always got negitive vibes , now lets get the field in capons bay fix so the worriors can become great once more!
    • Yes (06/01/2017, 14:58) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
      he has finally overthrown fraser now so he start to eat big again
  • seeing (05/01/2017, 22:04) Like (16) Dislike (2) Reply
    Well done . But for that money you need more open hours in the middle of the day
  • Ja rules (05/01/2017, 22:42) Like (11) Dislike (17) Reply
    Fahie needs to work on young drugs head that clearing out by the sea west end and putting boats and trucks and trailers out on the road endangering people's lives fahie and the police need to do something now and not later
    • Really (06/01/2017, 06:45) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      When the islands boys was running drugs all hours of the nigjt and day ,and still doing it i guess your head was up your a## or buried in the sand food for thougjt
  • Angel Fish (05/01/2017, 23:09) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    folks there can be only one loser. And we all know who that's going to be the FAT
  • New Chief (05/01/2017, 23:12) Like (4) Dislike (13) Reply
    Andrew the ball is in your court before we crown you Premier you got to get that weight back off bossie
    • @New Chief (06/01/2017, 10:12) Like (27) Dislike (1) Reply
      Fahie we putting you as Premier because of your good heart for the people not your size. The NDP slim but their heart is wicked.
  • Iron Mike (05/01/2017, 23:32) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    Great job Carlos
  • Incredible Hulk (05/01/2017, 23:33) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    this is an excelent move. i am signing up. must get six pack before Easter
  • about time (06/01/2017, 00:52) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    This was much needed! Especially on the west. A well equipped gym with dedicated trainers.
  • resident (06/01/2017, 06:34) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    We need one in Cane Garden Bay.
    • Really (06/01/2017, 09:53) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      To bad you had alvin c and you all ungreatful people rejected him guess what go drain the pond .food for thought
  • Sherry (06/01/2017, 08:00) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    thanks for this VINO I admire how you cover all news, the good, the bad the ugly!!
  • good (06/01/2017, 09:56) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Good job Carlos. Good job Fahie.
  • To me (06/01/2017, 10:10) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    A few of you hate Fahie so that once his name pops up it is only negative comments. That's why I admire Fahie because despite the few critics & despite being in the Opposition where the government limits you in many areas, he keeps working for the people and doing good. Keep it up Carlos & Fahie.
  • Nice (06/01/2017, 11:40) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    all them who criticizing probably need to go get a membership. With good trainers and classes he should do well. where can I see a schedule of opening hours. Are there any classes being offered
  • Fitness Guru (06/01/2017, 13:32) Like (4) Dislike (5) Reply
    Andrew looks like he needs to : 1. Sign up for membership at that gym, or 2. Simply wait until election time comes around. Guy sheds weight every election. Check it out for yourself next time around.... But yeh, that new image he had going on ain't last no time atall.......
  • joke of the day (06/01/2017, 15:06) Like (5) Dislike (10) Reply
    after andrew lost the chairmanship 2 years ago he couldn't eat, so he lost alot of weight. Well since he dethrone fraser he started eating steak and lobster again
  • okay (06/01/2017, 19:13) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    We all know the few disgruntled VIP persons who still want Fraser or Dancia to lead the VIP will jump on Fahie for everything that is of a foolish nature but that will not stop him because with God's help he will be the next Premier so eat your heart out.
  • ?$% (06/01/2017, 21:01) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    You need a gym on a Tropical island to lose weight? So much so that the district leader had to fight fiercely for one? And this makes him worthy to be Premier? Seriously? Will he be fighting fiercely to have Gov moneys pay your memberships in this privately owned business, considering his pronouncements about the hand to mouth existence of all yo existence?
    Well sah!
  • Weight Watchers (07/01/2017, 00:51) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    Fahie need kereem hull deit
  • THE TRUTH HURTS (08/01/2017, 08:28) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
    Every person in those photos are over weight. The truth is no Ac fancy gym with shiny new equipment will encourage or help people to loose weight. It's proper commitment to a proper diet. Nothing beats waking up early in the morning and walking / running. We are in the beautiful Islands and we always want to be cooped up in a building. This is very laughable. I give them two months, the gym will be empty. In 2 years the gym will be closed due to lack of membership and maintenance.
    • the truth.. (10/01/2017, 19:38) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
      Flourescent lighting, closed or windowless rooms and stale air appears to be seen as a luxury to my people here in tropical paradise. Maybe it is the mold and flu like symptoms they are looking forward to for yet another whining and complaining session.
  • Don Carlos (08/01/2017, 17:17) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    I would like to thank everyone for their comments. If you would like more information about the gym you can call 499-9828. Thank you for your support and remain positive.

    Universal Gym open hours

    Sunday : 3:00pm - 7:00pm
    Monday - Thursday: 5am - 7am and 5:30pm - 9:00pm
    Friday: 5am - 7am,
    Saturday: 5:00pm - 8:00pm


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