Northampton Saints renews fitness partnership to help players with recovery and performance
“Having access to those facilities has significantly increased the recovery options available to our squad.” – Tom Bullough, head of athletic performance at Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints players will continue to benefit from specialist fitness and recovery facilities after the Premiership rugby club renewed its partnership with Virgin Active.
The agreement gives players and staff access to Virgin Active's Northampton Riverside Park and Collingtree Park clubs, including hydrotherapy, sauna and steam room facilities.
Virgin Active became Saints' official Exercise and Wellness Club Partner in October 2025, with the renewed deal following what the club described as a positive first year.
The facilities supplement those available at Saints, allowing players to tailor their conditioning and recovery programmes during demanding periods of the season.
Saints chief executive Julia Chapman said: “We’re really pleased to be extending our relationship with Virgin Active following such a positive first year together.”
She said the partnership had provided valuable support for the club's performance team and players.
Tom Bullough, head of athletic performance at Saints, said: “Virgin Active has been a really valuable addition to our performance programme over the past year.”
Supporters will also continue to benefit, with Saints season ticket holders eligible for 10% off a 12-month Virgin Active membership when presenting their season ticket card at either Northampton club.
Virgin Active said it looked forward to continuing its relationship with Saints.