A former Royal Navy physical training instructor has opened a new gym in Pool.

Scott Jones from Camborne spent 22 years in the navy, ending up as petty officer.

His opening of the self-titled SJ Fitness coincides with the end of Scott’s military service.

The gym on Wilson Way has now officially opened its doors for customers to work out.

Scott said: “I am over the moon to see my vision now a reality – it has been a long road.

“I wanted people to have a choice in the Camborne-Redruth area, and this gym is going to be a friendly, welcoming place to get fit without expensive, tied-in contracts.”

S J Fitness offers membership plans starting at £19.99 including discounts for pensioners, students, services and corporate groups.

In addition to the exercise equipment, Scott will be leading military style outdoor training sessions on the Heartlands campus, once open, and even foreign boot camps. Visitors can view the gym between 8am and 8pm daily. For more information visit www.sjfitnessuk.co.uk or call Scott on 07766 807501.