Getting fit with Box 30 and Box 45

Combined with other exercise you do in the gym, Box 30 and Box 45 are best attended once per week. The Box45 class breaks down the movements with more emphasis on teaching. If you’re feeling confident with your moves head along to Box30 for a fast-paced action packed experience!

The benefits of Box 30 and Box 45

Cardiovascular fitness improves tenfold with this high impact class. You will soon find your coordination improves and each week you will become faster and fitter!

A usual class consists of

A group warm up kicks the class into gear!  You will learn correct boxing techniques and combinations, along with some power of the distinctive style of Muay Thai. Throughout the class you will be instructed through a range of high intensity interval style movements to get your heart racing and muscles conditioning. To wrap it all up, this great workout finishes with a cool down, including stretches to bring your heart rate down before you head out to finish off your day.

What you need to bring to your class

Come along in comfortable gym wear that is easy to move in. You will be provided with boxing gloves – however if you have your own you are more than welcome to bring them along. A drink bottle and towel are mandatory, as you will need them!

Getting fit with PowerCardio

PowerCardio will build not only your muscular endurance fitness, but also will get your heart pumping to build your cardiovascular fitness. Use the cardio tracks to send your heart rate through the roof and then burn maximum calories through the challenging weights tracks. As you make more of a routine coming to classes, you will begin to think it’s ‘easy’. That means it’s time to increase the weights so you continue to reap the benefits of the class. PowerCardio is best to be participated in once per week.

The benefits of PowerCardio

The best benefit of a group fitness class is being in a fun and motivating environment exercising with others towards a common goal! With PowerCardio, you will become stronger, leaner and you metabolic rate will increase. This means you will start to burn fat faster even when you’re not exercising! With the added stress on your muscles, your bones will also become more dense and strong. You will get fitter in no time!

A usual class consists of…

A warm up consisting of all your major muscles groups will get the class started. This is followed by 3 blocks of exercise working the whole body  Each block of exercise is made up of a combination of muscles groups and repeated three times, giving you the chance to add on more weight! Two cardio tracks will be added into the workout between the weights tracks to mix things up and push your body out of its comfort zone! Then abdominal conditioning, a cool down and much deserved stretch finish the class off. There are 4 possible PowerCardio formats –  Alpha, Beta, Gamma and Delta. Each have their own challenges and this keeps things interesting and muscles constantly developing.

What you need to bring to your class

Make sure you come along in comfortable gym wear that is easy to move in. A sweat towel and waterbottle will also come in handy. All equipment required for the class is here at the gym waiting for you to arrive – steps, barbells, safety clips, plates and dumbells. If you have experience in this style of training you are welcome to also bring along grip gloves – but these are not a necessity.

Getting fit with Power

Power will help increase your strength and muscular endurance levels of fitness. You will experience a bit of tightness and may be a little sore after your first class. This is your muscles recovering and becoming stronger! As you make more of a routine coming to classes, you will begin to think it’s ‘easy’. That means it’s time to increase the weights so you continue to reap the benefits of the class. It’s important to give at least one days rest between Power classes to get ultimate results.

The benefits of Power

The best benefit of a group fitness class is being in a fun and motivating environment exercising with others towards a common goal! With Power, you will become stronger, leaner and you metabolic rate will increase. This means you will start to burn fat faster even when you’re not exercising! With the added stress on your muscles, your bones will also become more dense and strong.

A usual class consists of

A warm up consisting of all your major muscles groups will get the class started. This is followed by 3 blocks of exercise working the whole body. Each block of exercise is made up of a combination of muscles groups and repeated three times, giving you the chance to add on more weight! Then abdominal conditioning, a cool down and much deserved stretch finish the class off. There are 4 possible Power formats – Alpha, Beta, Gamma and Delta. Each have their own challenges and this keeps things interesting and muscles constantly developing.

What you need to bring to your class

Make sure you come along in comfortable gym wear that is easy to move in. A sweat towel and waterbottle will also come in handy. All equipment required for the class is here at the gym waiting for you to arrive – steps, barbells, safety clips, plates and dumbells. If you have experience in this style of training you are welcome to also bring along grip gloves – but these are not a necessity.

Getting fit with Top Ride

Top Ride will improve your aerobic fitness and build strength and endurance through all your lower body muscles. The more often you attend a Top Ride class, the faster and fitter you will become. We recommend attending two classes per week to get all the benefits of the class.

The benefits of Top Ride

Our varied, fun and very motivating Top Ride classes help you burn fat and relieve stress quickly and effectively, working aerobically for 50 minutes. Mainly tones buttocks and legs, making a great improvement of Cardio Circulatory and Respiratory Systems. And you can burn up to 600 calories in just one class!

What you need to bring to your class

You will need comfortable gym gear suitable to cycle in. Cycling shorts and cleat shoes are recommended but not a necessity. Spin bikes with adaptable settings and adjustments are provided. If its your first time attending Top Ride, let the instructor know and they will help you prepare your bike for the best ride. There are 20 bikes in our top Ride studio, so it is a necessity for all attendees to book their seat at reception.

A usual class consists of

A team warm-up gets everyone started and introduced to the correct cycling positions you will use during the class. Then there are 3 formats your class could follow: race focused, climb focused of ‘full day’ (which is a mix of both). Throughout the class you will be instructed what gear to use and how fast to cycle. Your instructor will lead the whole class (or team as we say) through the workout. There is no coordination required and you are have control over the intensity of your workout. Class finished with a slow ride to cool down and stretch for all your tired muscles.

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Getting fit with ExoCircuit

Due to the classes being circuit based there are a range of different benefits you can get from ExoCircuit. Your strength and cardiovascular fitness will both definitely improve. You may also improve in balance, coordination and agility.

The benefits of ExoCircuit

This circuit class is suitable for any fitness level. There is no coordination required and you can work to your own ability throughout the whole class – with a bit of encouragement from your instructor. Along with your fitness improving from the class, you will find your mental strength also improves, as sometimes that one minute long station can seem like forever!

What you need to bring to your class

You will need to come along in comfortable gym gear that is easy to move in. A drink bottle and towel are also highly recommended. All other equipment will be provided- you’ll be using: hurdles, skipping ropes, speed ladders, steps, dumbbells, kettle bells, powerbags and much more!

A usual class consists of

There will be a group warm up to prepare your body and mind for the workout ahead. This is followed by a demonstration of 8 stations that consist of your 1st Round. Stations alternate between cardio specific and strength specific. You will then start on a station with up to 3 others. You work here for one minute and then the loud ‘beep’ indicates you move on the next station. Once you have completed all of round 1, you get a well-deserved breather – during this time your instructor indicates the exercises that make up the 2nd Round. In total there are 3 rounds of circuits consisting of 8 stations each. Abdominal conditioning focuses on strengthening the core muscles, then a cool down and stretch finishes off a 45 minute circuit blast.

Getting fit with ExoStep

The main areas of your fitness that will improve from this class are your coordination and aerobic fitness. It may be a bit daunting in your first class trying to get the hang of every step, but it gets easier! Each class you participate in you will become faster and fitter, able to step higher and reach further.

The benefits of ExoStep

The simple choreographed actions in ExoStep are designed to give you an intense cardio workout which tones your entire body and increases coordination. You are in control of your step and how hard you want to work – change the height of your step to change the intensity of your workout! Your metabolic rate will increase, meaning that you will burn calories for longer. And one of the best things about a ExoStep class is the stress relief! ExoStep is the perfect way to step away from the daily frustrations that come with a busy lifestyle.

A usual class consists of

A ExoStep class includes a range of dynamic movements to work out your whole body. You will start with an all over body warm up. This is then followed by your first step routine! Carefully choreographed moves are designed to get your steps faster and keep your heart rate high. Movements are tailored to target your fat loss, toning and cardio endurance goals. Abdominal conditioning to target your core, then a cool down to centre yourself so you are ready to take on the rest of the day.

What you need to bring to your class

Come along in gym gear that allows you to move easily. You will also need a drink bottle and a sweat towel. Your steps will be waiting for you; it is up to you to decide how high you want to step!

Getting fit with Zumba

Getting fit with Zumba is fun! Constantly moving, skipping and jumping to the great beat of Zumba music gets your heart pumping and body sweating – you barely notice you are working, it’s so much fun! Your aerobic fitness will increase and metabolic rate improves meaning you burn fat while having fun.

The benefits of Zumba

The best benefit of a Group Fitness class is being in a fun and motivating environment, exercising with others towards a common goal! Zumba will not only improve your fitness, but your coordination too!

A usual class consists of

Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you’re getting fit and your energy levels are soaring! It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating!

What you need to bring to your class

Come along to the party in comfortable fitness gear that is easy to move in. You don’t use or need any other equipment, so bring a fun attitude and enjoy!

Getting fit with Yoga

Yoga will improve your lung capacity through the different breathing techniques practiced throughout the class. Suppleness and elasticity or muscles are also aspects of fitness that will improve through regular Yoga practice.

The benefits of Yoga

On a physical level the benefits are many. The muscles of the body get worked out and stretched, and there are benefits to your internal systems. Many of the yoga poses massage and stimulate organs ensuring a optimum blood supply to various parts of the body, aiding in detoxification and providing nourishment. The functioning of other internal systems, such as your lymphatic, nervous and cardiovascular systems, can be improved by the practice of Yoga.

A usual class consists of

This class consists of a series of Yoga poses and breathing practices. Your instructor will choose a focus for the class, be it hamstrings, hip mobility, fluidity, power Yoga, core strength, relaxation, balance…and the list goes on! You will be guided through the poses with options given for more advanced students and each Yoga class finishes with Savasana or relaxation. You will leave Yoga feeling relaxed and have a sense of accomplishment ready to take on the rest of the day.

What you need to bring to your class

Come along in gym wear which is easy to move in and you feel comfortable wearing. Yoga mats, straps and blocks are provided.

Getting fit with Pilates

Pilates classes will improve your flexibility, mobility and core strength fitness. You will be challenged to improve posture while getting the all of your muscles to function at optimal level. Although this class may not get your heart racing, you are still bound to work a sweat up as you test your muscles and push your flexibility.

The benefits of Pilates

The best benefit of a Group Fitness class is being in a fun and motivating environment exercising with others towards a common goal! Our Pilates classes increase core strength and balance the muscles around the joints, improving the way your body functions, looks and feels.

A usual class consists of

Exercises using equipment such as resistance bands and Power Circles can be incorporated into a Pilates mat class, to add variety and expand levels of intensity. The 6 main principles a Pilates class is based on are: breathing, centering, concentration, control, precision and flow.

What you need to bring to your class

Come along in gym gear that you are comfortable in and is easy to move in. Mats are provided however you are welcome to bring your own. Accessories including bands, straps, blocks and rings are all provided.