18/08/2026
Still here…just in my interlude era 😝
Officially left the building and out of the box! Been taking some much needed time to readjust to life without the four walls of the studio.
It’s been a beautiful long hot summer and my nervous system has been enjoying the rose instead of the 5.30am starts….wellness comes in many forms ✨… it’s about balance right?!
Closing the doors was a massive decision, and if we’re being honest, we’re still processing the change and taking a bit of a breather. We don’t have a master plan yet, and for once, we’re trying to be okay with that!
Stepping away from a schedule we are thinking of expanding into something much broader, where movement, lifestyle, living well and spatial design are all thrown into the mix…along with good tunes of course (mid life crisis music production incoming!!)
Thank you for being part of the studio chapter.
Here’s to seeing what the next one looks like..
Much love always 🫶❤️
Zoe xx
06/05/2026
This place will always have my heart. ❤️
After 11 incredible years, it’s time for a new chapter. With deep sadness we are closing our doors for the last time on 31st May.
We started The Refinery with a plan of building more than just a fitness studio — we wanted the place to feel like a retreat away from the humdrum of everyday life.
This space has created thousands of connections, friendships and revelations, and a community that redefined what “wellness” meant in East London. We are so grateful to have had so many fantastic instructors as part of our crew over the years, helping to bring our dream alive with their energy and passion.
Operating an independent business is beautiful, wild, and of course challenging - due to insanely rising costs and the effects of algorithms from big tech, we are no longer able to continue. We want to celebrate our successes and the community around us - we have had the BEST time getting to know you and welcoming so many amazing people through our doors.
Words can’t begin to describe the deep feeling of gratitude we have for you and how much we will miss seeing you all take care of yourselves and others.
Thank you for every sweaty hug, every OM and every chat in the hallway. You made this place magic. ✨🥰✨
With love always Zoe + Luca # # #
