ARC Fitness - Addiction Recovery Coaching

08/02/2026

RewritetheStory

Recovery from addiction can leave many feeling that their story is already written.

That the hardest chapters define them, and that change isn’t possible.

At 𝐀𝐑𝐂 𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, we see something different:

Everyone has the power to Rewrite their Story. With the right connection, the right support, and the right community, people can move forward, step by step, at their own pace. Courage replaces Fear. Support replaces Silence. Connection replaces Isolation.

This isn’t starting from chapter one.

It’s starting from experience.

Starting with intention, purpose and courage to keep moving forward - Together.

This is how we create change.

This is how we 𝙍𝙚𝙬𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮

07/02/2026

This morning we gathered as a community to host a memorial workout in honour of Laura and Danielle, two much‑loved members of the ARC family who sadly passed away over the Christmas period.

Both families and friends joined us to move together, share stories, and remember the joy, laughter and strength of the 2 girls.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who showed up, sweated, hugged, and held space for one another today – it was a powerful reminder of the hope, connection and compassion at the heart of ARC.

Our thoughts and love remain with Laura and Danielle’s families and all who are feeling their loss.

07/02/2026

Congratulations Northlands 💜

Northlands Addiction Treatment Centre is hosting a 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner to celebrate 50 years of specialist addiction treatment, recovery and community.

06/02/2026

💜💜

💬 Voices of Recovery

🗣 A Community Conversation on Addiction & Recovery
Bogside and Brandywell Health Forum

Just real people and real stories.

If addiction has impacted your life — your own or someone you love — or if you’re simply looking for support or understanding, you are welcome here.

🕕 Monday | 6:00 PM
📍 OLT HLC Building
🎤 Guest speakers Michael and Claire.
☕ Informal, relaxed speaking event

Come as you are.
Listening is enough.

06/02/2026

Recovery from addiction can leave many feeling that their story is already written.
That the hardest chapters define them, and that change isn’t possible.

At 𝐀𝐑𝐂 𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, we see something different: Everyone has the power to Rewrite their Story. With the right connection, the right support, and the right community, people can move forward, step by step, at their own pace. Courage replaces Fear. Support replaces Silence. Connection replaces Isolation.

This isn’t starting from chapter one.
It’s starting from experience.
Starting with intention, purpose and courage to keep moving forward - Together.

This is how we create change.
This is how we 𝙍𝙚𝙬𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 🤍

05/02/2026

We are Hiring!

PT Gym Supervisor

ARC Fitness in Derry/Londonderry is recruiting a part-time Gym Supervisor (17 hours per week) to help us provide a safe, supportive and empowering environment for people in addiction recovery and their families. If you’re passionate about working in a space that is recovery-focused, friendly and trauma-informed, helps people rebuild confidence, routine and hope, we’d love to hear from you. Salary available on request.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a CV and short cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role and how your skills, experience or lived experience align with our values and approach. Include contact details for two referees (we will not contact them without your permission).

Forward applications to:gary@arcfitness.uk

Job Spec:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GMT0XBIZZLMHigAPi3NV8_ptyyIonfvn?usp=sharing

Closing Date: 27/02/26

04/02/2026

📽️ 𝘿𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙦𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚?
💬 𝙄𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙖 𝙦𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩’𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙚𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮?

The stories we take in, what we watch, read, and who we surround ourselves with shape how we move through life and recovery.

And if you find yourself in a “dark forest” moment, remember: support is there, and you don’t have to walk it alone.

More hope. More encouragement. More belief in what’s possible.
One chapter at a time, we

03/02/2026

Recovery is more than ‘Not Using - Its about creating opportunities for a better life....

Brilliant partnership with

Thanks for supporting our work :)

02/02/2026

The scholarship programme provides one fully supported place per semester on either NWRC’s Level 2 Fitness Instructors course or the Level 3 Personal Training qualification

02/02/2026

Recovery is more than 'Not Using - Its about creating opportunities for a better life....

Brilliant partnership with North West Regional College

Thanks for supporting our work :)

The scholarship programme provides one fully supported place per semester on either NWRC’s Level 2 Fitness Instructors course or the Level 3 Personal Training qualification

02/02/2026

🔂 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒉𝒐𝒈 𝑫𝒂𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓:
Just because today feels familiar doesn’t mean nothing is changing.

Recovery is built in the repeat: One Day, One Choice at a time.

Today, we’re celebrating consistency, patience, and choosing to keep going even when progress feels quiet.

This is how we

31/01/2026

For many, January felt long... 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 ⬇️

A difficult start does not define the rest of your year. One hard month doesn’t erase your strength or your progress. You define your year, not by how it began, but by how you choose to move forward.

And you do that by stepping into each day with honesty, compassion, courage and the willingness to keep going, even when the pace is slow.

This is recovery.
This is resilience.
This is how we .