BFunctional Fitness is a coaching-led functional fitness gym in Newport, South Wales, built around movement quality, strength, conditioning and long-term durability. Through structured small group personal training and expert-led classes, we help members train with purpose, build confidence and stay consistent, whether they are starting out or pushing towards performance goals.

Our approach is simple: move well, train intelligently and improve by 1% every day. Whether someone is training for health, strength, mobility or fitness racing, the goal is the same: to help them feel capable inside the gym and carry that confidence into sport, work, family life, future challenges and everything beyond their training.

Our Vision

Build strong, capable, everyday athletes who move well, train intelligently, and perform with confidence for life.

We envision a training environment where training is inclusive, performance is purposeful, and quality always comes before ego.

A place where members develop real-world capacity, across strength, skill, and energy systems, without burnout, confusion, or gimmicks.

Our Mission

Our mission is to deliver intelligent, time-efficient, full body training that develops strength, movement quality, and aerobic capacity — while meeting people where they are each day.

We achieve this by programming with clarity, purpose, and progressive structure, ensuring every session aligns with our core values and serves the right demographic.

Meet The Founder

Get to know Bethan Fowler, the experience behind BFunctional Fitness, and the coaching standards, energy and philosophy that shape every session on the gym floor.

Gallery

A snapshot of life at BFunctional, from the gym floor to events, coaching and community.

Small Group PT

Strength & conditioning in small groups of up to six, built around your goals and progress.

Classes

High-energy classes for general fitness, better movement and real community spirit.

Hyrox

Official HYROX coaching to build technique, fitness, strength and race-day confidence.

DEKA

Expert-led DEKA sessions built on clear standards, fitness, strength and purpose.

Led by Experience.
Driven by Standards.

Founder Bethan Fowler is the driving force behind the coaching standards, culture and philosophy at BFunctional Fitness, bringing over 25 years of experience in sport, training and coaching.

Experienced

25+ years in sport, coaching and performance training.

Competitive

A competitive mindset with a clear focus on progress.

Structured

High standards, clear coaching and purposeful training.

Intentional

Built on movement quality, strength and daily progress.

Meet Josie Williams

Josie Williams brings a strong movement background to the BFunctional Fitness coaching team, having trained in ballet, modern, tap and jazz at Doreen Bird College of Performing Arts before building a long career in fitness and coaching.

With over 22 years’ experience teaching Mat Pilates, Josie has a sharp eye for technique, control and safe, effective movement. Her background also spans classes including aerobics, step, circuits and body conditioning, while her own HYROX experience adds a practical understanding of functional fitness, resilience and smart training.

Why BFunctional?

Train With Purpose.

At BFunctional Fitness, every session is built around expert coaching, supportive community and clear progression, helping you move better, get stronger and train with confidence for life.

Expert Coaching

Train with a coaching team that works to shared standards, clear structure and high expectations, so every session feels purposeful, professional and effective.

Stronger Together

Be part of an inclusive and supportive environment where quality comes before ego, support is built in, and members train alongside like-minded people.

Structured Progress

From everyday fitness to race-focused goals, our programming gives you a clear path forward with consistent coaching and long-term progression.

What Our Members Say

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Jodi Pontin
2 months ago
Brilliant gym with both DEKA and Hyrox classes. I have been doing the DEKA class and today took part in the DEKA mile. Fantastic event, well organised, ran smoothly and the judges were awesome. Would highly recommend and will be back 🥰
Richard Smith
2 months ago
Great event an location staff members made the event well run friendly
Emma Skipp
2 months ago
I started attending Hyrox specific training sessions at BFunctional in the run up to my first Hyrox in Cardiff. The coaching, technique practice and tips were invaluable and I only wish I had done this earlier! On the day of the event, bumping into some of the other members before and after, and having Bethan shout encouragement to me during the race was so welcome and gave a much needed boost of confidence and support. To be able to join classes and get coaching at that level was the best thing I did in the run up. The excellent guidance and the fun, hard working atmosphere at the gym is contagious! Everyone is friendly, welcoming and encouraging and I really felt part of something special going into the Cardiff event. I plan to continue training to improve for my next Hyrox event. Massive thanks to Bethan 🙏
Tom James
2 months ago
Beth is a fantastic trainer who is very knowledgeable and professional. She has a great ability to motivate; her classes are hard work but great fun and you always finish the class feeling so much better than when you started. I never thought that when I started going to Beth's classes I would end up entering DEKA and HYROX.
Rhi Salter
2 months ago
I started going to BFunctional initially for PT sessions with my mum, and it’s honestly been such a positive experience from the start. Beth is an amazing coach — so supportive, motivating and knowledgeable, and she really makes you feel comfortable no matter your fitness level. Training with Beth motivated me to sign up for my very first HYROX, and since then I’ve gone on to complete 4 HYROX events and even run 2 marathons, all while training at BFunctional with her support. The evening classes are brilliant too. Such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, everyone is so encouraging and the sessions are always challenging but enjoyable. It’s made my training consistent and something I genuinely look forward to every week. Couldn’t recommend Beth enough!
Pip Hale
2 months ago
BFunctional has a really motivating atmosphere—no matter your fitness level, you feel comfortable and supported. Since joining, I’ve been much more consistent with my workouts and actually look forward to coming in! I would highly recommend BFunctional to anyone looking for a clean, friendly, and motivating place to train. Bethan leads by example and has a wealth of experience that she shares with us all - she even gets us to compete competitively in Hyrox and Deka events! There’s always a challenge to aim for. 10/10 🌟🌟🌟
John McIvor
2 months ago
Classes are top notch! Well organised and enjoyable. Bethan is a superb training coach and creates great energy and enthusiasm into the classes. Fellow training buddies are super friendly and welcoming also!
Vanessa Pritchard
2 months ago
Beth is an amazing coach! Knowledgeable, professional and friendly who adapts to all levels of fitness and goals
Nina Hastings
2 months ago
I started going to BFunctional classes sometime last year. Bethan encouraged me to try one of her Hyrox classes in Feb and before I knew it, I’d signed up to my first solo Hyrox event (Hyrox Cardiff). In the lead up to the event I attended a variation of different Hyrox classes. The coaching and support from Bethan really helped me to prepare for the event. Bethan is an excellent coach with a real emphasis on safety and ensuring the correct techniques are used. As a coach who competes herself, Bethan not only provides support as a professional but insight and learning from her own experiences as a competing athlete. This level of expertise was invaluable (particularly as a first timer) & I absolutely couldn’t of completed it without Beth & the BFunctional community’s support! If you are looking for somewhere to train to get fit or are looking for a new challenge in a safe supportive environment, I would definitely recommend BFunctional, all abilities are welcomed and celebrated! :)
Tanya Mountford
2 months ago
Always have a great experience here . Especially with Beth who is so knowledgeable and supportive. A friendly excellent gym as always . Doing a doubles Hyrox with Beth is just a 5* experience. Would not hesitate to recommend the experience or support ✨💕
Ian Harrison
2 months ago
Incredible support, didn’t realise just how good until I completed the Cardiff Hyrox. Attend the class if you want to gain the most from your competitive experience
Rhian Hayes
2 months ago
Training with Beth has been one of the best things I’ve done this last year. I’m fitter, stronger and hitting better Hyrox times thanks to her coaching, support and motivation. She creates such a positive atmosphere in class and somehow makes really hard sessions enjoyable! 🤩 So grateful for all the encouragement along the way!!

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Small Group PT

Start here if you want focused coaching, structured strength and conditioning, and a clear route into the right membership. Tell us about your goals, availability and training background, and we’ll guide you towards the best next step.

Classes

Ready to train in a high-energy group environment? Book SHRED, HYROX or DEKA through TeamUp (our online booking system), choose the session that suits you, complete the required forms and secure your place online before you arrive.

Not sure which is right for you? Fill in our Get Started form and we’ll point you in the right direction.

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