ARC Fitness - Addiction Recovery Coaching

ARC Fitness - Addiction Recovery Coaching ARC Fitness: Practical Help, Support & Motivation for Recovery & Well-being. ARC works! Check out the testimonials:


“Life changing. Everyone stayed in touch.
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The group really took me in under their wing and I feel like we’re great friends. We can talk about cravings or struggles and not feel judged. Gaz was always very supportive. It’s just been amazing.”


“Gary's expertise in fitness, and being able to tie this in with recovery was really helpful. The WhatsApp group was very helpful. Gary's motivational messages and ones from other group members we

re much appreciated at times when struggling.”


“Amazing positive and encouraging and over all my mental health and my outlook on life has totally changed.”


“Before I started the programme I had cravings every couple each day. It has lessened so much since I started that I can't remember the last time I craved.”


“This was a top notch programme with a super bunch a people, was great to see everyone thriving in the sessions and also encouraging anyone.”


Are you ready to change your Life? Demand of the programme continues to be HIGH so REGISTER BELOW and get your name on our waiting list. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLP386S

Great morning at our fundraiser for  Harleys ‘Miles for Minds’ event.Lots of fun, smiles and the DJ brought the vibe. Gr...
25/04/2026

Great morning at our fundraiser for Harleys ‘Miles for Minds’ event.

Lots of fun, smiles and the DJ brought the vibe.

Great morning for a great cause! 💜😎

23/04/2026

𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧… 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐖 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥.

A huge thank you to every single person who came along , whether you stayed all day or popped in on your lunch break, you made it what it was. The conversations, the connections, the support… it all mattered.

To the 𝟔𝟎 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 who showed up ready to listen, support and engage with our community we are so grateful. The passion in that room did not go unnoticed.

𝐀 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 for such an uplifting, joyful performance. You brought energy, smiles and a moment none of us will forget 💛

Days like this are what is all about! Every conversation, every connection, every step through the door… it all helps Rewrite the Story.

22/04/2026

Sun’s out, doors open ☀️

From an empty room this morning to a space full of connection, support and possibility.
The city might be soaking up the sunshine outside, but inside it’s just as bright 💛

Health checks, conversations, and over 60 organisations ready to help — all in one place.

If you’re nearby, there’s still time to pop in. Even on your lunch break.
You don’t have to do it alone 🤝

22/04/2026

Sun’s out, doors open ☀️

From an empty room this morning to a space full of connection, support and possibility.
The city might be soaking up the sunshine outside, but inside it’s just as bright 💛

Health checks, conversations, and over 60 organisations ready to help — all in one place.

If you’re nearby, there’s still time to pop in. Even on your lunch break.
You don’t have to do it alone 🤝

TODAY'S THE DAY🎉If you’ve been meaning to check in on your health, this is your sign to take a little time for you. Whet...
22/04/2026

TODAY'S THE DAY🎉

If you’ve been meaning to check in on your health, this is your sign to take a little time for you. Whether you’ve got 5 minutes or your full lunch break, you’re so welcome to pop in.
✨ Free physical health checks
✨ Over 60 organisations from across the city — all here, ready to help
✨ An uplifting performance from Foyle Down Syndrome Trust

No pressure, no expectations, just support, information, and people who genuinely care.
Sometimes it’s just about taking that first small step.

Join us today 🤝



Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre
Foyle Down Syndrome Trust

22/04/2026

*Rewrite The Story – Episode 1* ✍️

Meet Justine 💛
A valued member of our ARC community, 13 months sober, and actively rewriting her story every single day.

In this conversation, Justine shares what recovery looks like for her; the challenges, the growth, and the strength it takes to choose a different path.

Real stories. Real people. Real change.
This is what *Rewrite The Story* is all about.

New episodes every Wednesday.

If you’d like to share your story, our inbox is always open.

We are incredibly proud to see Marty recognised as a finalist in the Derry Journal People of the Year Awards 2026 for th...
21/04/2026

We are incredibly proud to see Marty recognised as a finalist in the Derry Journal People of the Year Awards 2026 for the Community Champion Award 🏆

His dedication, passion and commitment to helping others through ARC continues to make a real difference every single day. This recognition is so well deserved.

Best of luck on the night, Marty! You’ve already made us all proud ❤️



Derry Journal

📢 Strabane Session Update 📢Hi everyone, just a heads-up that our Strabane session is off this week.We’ll be back as norm...
21/04/2026

📢 Strabane Session Update 📢

Hi everyone, just a heads-up that our Strabane session is off this week.

We’ll be back as normal next Wednesday.

Please spread the word. See you then! 💙

Hey ladiesOur good friend Angie Corrigan is looking for some legends to help her out. Are you:🔹Female?🔹Between 18 - 80?🔹...
18/04/2026

Hey ladies

Our good friend Angie Corrigan is looking for some legends to help her out.

Are you:

🔹Female?

🔹Between 18 - 80?

🔹5+ years in recovery from addiction?

If so.. drop her an email on: CORRIGA2@TCD.IE

Cheers

💙 NATIONAL EXERCISE DAY 💙At ARC Fitness, we do things a little differently...It’s about connection, confidence, and havi...
18/04/2026

💙 NATIONAL EXERCISE DAY 💙

At ARC Fitness, we do things a little differently...
It’s about connection, confidence, and having a bit of fun along the way 🎉

Our approach brings people together, moving, laughing, and supporting each other while improving both mental and physical wellbeing. Through 𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒑 𝒔𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔, 𝒓𝒖𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒃𝒔 and 𝒘𝒂𝒍𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒑𝒔 to fun events like our 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑫𝒂𝒔𝒉, we prove that fitness can be something you actually look forward to 🌈

Whether you’re starting fresh or continuing your journey, you’re never doing it alone here 🤝

✨ Move your body

✨ Lift your mood

✨ Find your people

15/04/2026
15/04/2026

Welcome to the next chapter of *Rewrite The Story* ✍️

Over the coming weeks, we'll be sitting down with members of our community, Western Trust workers, and voices from sport to talk about recovery, resilience, and real-life growth.

These are honest conversations.
Stories of overcoming.
Stories of change.
Stories that remind us that no matter where you’ve been… you can rewrite your story. At ARC, this is what it’s all about 💛

New episodes landing on Wednesdays.

If you have a story to tell and would like to be part of this series, we'd love to hear from you, just reach out.

Address

Unit 10. Bay Road Business Park. Bay Road
Derry
BT487SH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+447510475549

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What is ARC Fitness?

From it’s humble beginnings as online signposting service ARC Fitness as quickly evolved into a successful non-profit social enterprise based in the city of Derry, Northern Ireland.

ARC Fitness supports individuals with substance use disorders to achieve healthy and sustainable recovery through the application of physical activity and positive lifestyle choices.

Small Group Personal Training

ARC Fitness provides discrete Small Group Personal Training services for people in recovery from drug and alcohol dependence.