Torn between a gym, small-group classes or a coach just for you? This guide, for Gland, Nyon, Rolle, Morges and La Côte, helps you choose based on your profile, your goal and your budget, with real prices.
In short
- A gym alone is enough if you are independent, know the right technique and have no pain or specific goal; it is often the cheapest option per month.
- A small-group class (4 to 6 people) gives you a coach who corrects you: at Off-Field, 30 CHF for a 45-minute Strength & Conditioning class, down to 21 CHF with the largest pack.
- A personal trainer builds a programme tailored to you: at Off-Field, in a private studio, 150 CHF per session, 95 to 130 CHF on a subscription.
- Swiss basic insurance (LAMal) never covers coaching; some supplementary insurance plans cover part of it.
- The title “personal trainer” is not protected in Switzerland: always ask about the coach’s training.
What is the difference between a gym, group classes and a coach?
The real difference is supervision: nobody, one instructor for a whole group, one coach for a few people, or one just for you.
| Format | Supervision | Personalised programme? | Price | Ideal for | Limits | At Off-Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open-access gym | Little or none, depending on the gym | Not by default | Often the cheapest per month | Independent people | Shared space, often full at peak times | Not our model: private studios, with a coach |
| Large group classes | One instructor for the whole group | No, the same for everyone | Often included in the gym membership | The energy of a big group | Little individual correction | No large classes: 4 to 6 people per class |
| Coached small-group class (4 to 6 people) | A coach who corrects each person | Partly: the coach can adapt an exercise | Less than a personal trainer | Being coached for less | Fixed times, shared programme | Strength & Conditioning: 30 CHF for a 45-minute class, down to 21 CHF with the largest pack |
| Personal trainer (1:1) | A coach just for you | Yes | The most expensive per session | Beginners, coming back from injury, a specific goal | Needs a regular budget | A qualified coach in a private studio: 150 CHF per session, 95 to 130 CHF on a subscription |
| Online coaching | A coach who follows you remotely | Yes, if it is built for you | Varies from coach to coach | Independent people with busy schedules | No live correction | Personalised online programmes, on request |
What should you choose for your profile?
Ask yourself what you are missing: a coach to correct your technique, a programme just for you, or simply a place to train.
Choose a personal trainer if…
- you are a beginner and want to learn the right technique;
- you are coming back from an injury or have just finished physio (see our guide after physio: getting back to sport);
- you have a specific goal with a date;
- you need a fixed appointment to stay on track.
A good programme starts by measuring your level: see our guide physical assessment or performance tests.
Choose a small group if…
- you want to be coached for less than 1:1;
- the energy of a group motivates you and fixed times suit you.
The schedule of the Strength & Conditioning and Post-Physio classes (from age 16) is on the small-group classes page. You can also combine the two, for example one 1:1 session a week and small-group classes.
A gym alone is enough if…
- you are independent and know the right technique;
- you have no pain and no specific goal.
Is coaching covered by insurance?
Not by basic insurance: LAMal never covers coaching or fitness. Some supplementary insurance plans cover part of it, depending on the contract: our supplementary insurance reimbursement page helps you check, but the reimbursement decision always belongs to your insurer.
How do you spot a good personal trainer?
Start with their training: in Switzerland, the titles “coach sportif” and “personal trainer” are not protected. Ask for their qualification (a sports science degree, a Swiss federal professional certificate, a recognised certification such as CSCS…); more criteria in our guide choosing a personal trainer in French-speaking Switzerland.
Why choose Off-Field?
To train in peace, with qualified coaches and measured progress.
- Private, very well-equipped studios: you train away from prying eyes and crowded gyms, without waiting for a machine.
- Coaches with university degrees: Alexandre Maulavé (master’s in sports science, CSCS), Lionel Henry (master’s), Léo Payel (bachelor’s); Kevin Bernardino is a physiotherapist and coach.
- Measurements to decide: measuring tools used in elite sport (VALD ForceDecks force plates, Output Sports bar-speed sensors) to choose your loads and priorities.
- Follow-up in the app: your programme, messaging with your coaches (reply within 24 working hours), and your coach is alerted if you report pain.
- Excellent reviews: Off-Field is rated 5.0 on Google, 130+ reviews.
How much does it really cost at Off-Field (November 2026 prices)?
Per session: 95 to 130 CHF with a personal trainer on a subscription, 150 CHF for a single session, 30 CHF for a 45-minute Strength & Conditioning class, and down to 21 CHF with the XL pack.
- Personal trainer (from age 12): 150 CHF per session with no commitment, 1'350 CHF for a pack of 10 sessions. On a subscription: from 440 CHF per 4-week period (1 session a week, 12-month commitment).
- Strength & Conditioning classes (from age 16): 1 credit = 5 CHF; 6 credits for a 45-minute class, 7 for a 60-minute class. Packs range from XS (7 credits, 35 CHF) to XL (300 credits, 1'050 CHF); unlimited: 299 CHF per 28 days (1 class a day at most).
A gym is still often the cheapest option per month. From Nyon, the centre is 8 minutes away by car: see personal training near Nyon.
Who Off-Field is for
It’s for you if…
- you want a qualified coach who knows you, a tailored programme and measured progress;
- you would rather train in peace, in a private studio, than in a big crowded gym.
It’s not our model if you’re only looking for…
- the lowest price: a gym you actually use is better than coaching you quickly give up;
- an open-access gym with no supervision, or big classes with lots of people.
Personal trainer near Gland?
Off-Field Center — Route des Avouillons 17c (Box 26-27), Gland · Mon–Fri 7am – 8pm · Sat 9am – 11am
Frequently asked questions
How much does a personal trainer cost in Gland?
At Off-Field in Gland, a 1:1 session costs 150 CHF with no commitment, or 1'350 CHF for a pack of 10. On a subscription (3, 6 or 12 months), it works out at 95 to 130 CHF per session, depending on the plan.
Personal trainer or gym to get back in shape?
A gym is enough if you are independent, know the right technique and have no pain or specific goal. Otherwise, a coach gives you a programme and corrects your technique; if you are in pain, see a doctor or a physio first.
How many sessions a week with a coach?
It depends on your goal and your budget; what matters most is a pace you can keep up. At Off-Field, 1:1 coaching subscriptions include 1, 2 or 3 sessions a week.
Who are small-group classes for?
For people who want to be supervised and corrected, with the motivation of a group, for less than 1:1 coaching. At Off-Field: 4 to 6 people per class, from age 16, 30 CHF for a 45-minute Strength & Conditioning class (down to 21 CHF with the largest pack).
Can I combine a personal trainer and small-group classes?
Yes, it is an idea worth considering: for example, one 1:1 session a week for your programme and technique, and small-group classes to train more often.
Is personal training covered by insurance?
Never by basic insurance (LAMal). Some supplementary insurance plans cover part of fitness, supervised training or coaching, depending on the contract; the decision always belongs to your insurer.
Do I need to be fit to start with a coach?
No: a good coach starts from your current level and adapts the exercises. If you have pain or a health problem, talk to your doctor or a physio first.
From what age can you have a personal trainer?
At Off-Field, 1:1 coaching is possible from age 12, as is physical preparation for athletes, and small-group classes from age 16.
