Find out more about our classes
Carnival Fitness
Carnival Fitness is a body-weighted dance fitness class incorporating basic dance steps and inspired by the magic and energy of a Caribbean Carnival. Our class is just like playing mas (masquerade), waving your colourful rags and flags, jumping and whining (rhythmic moving of the waistline) to the best Caribbean music! We create a safe and inclusive environment promoting fitness, health and wellbeing, cultural awareness and community cohesion. Come and join us and enjoy a carnival every week!
Circuits
Circuit classes for all levels of fitness. A whole body approach using a combination of bodyweight, weights and cardio based exercises. Taught by our Fitness team, you will be put through your paces whilst enjoying good music and good company.
Dance Fit
A choreographed dance fitness class aimed to burn calories, tone the body, improve and strengthen your cardiovascular system. Using music fusions from around the world, the work out is fun for all ages and fitness levels. A great stress and anxiety reliever, this class will uplift your wellbeing and mental health as well. There are no expectations to what you can achieve – tailor the class to your needs. Two left feet…not a problem!
Forever Active
This class merges strength, flexibility, aerobic, and balance together. Suitable for all fitness levels and for those who are looking to take the next step up from chair based exercise.
Kettlebells
Kettlebells is a workout which helps tone your body and lose weight with a series of movements using Kettlebells. It has many health benefits, and is a great cardiovascular fitness workout.
LBT
This class is a whole body approach, with a particular focus on the lower body: Legs, Bums and Tums! Great instructors, motivating music and a guaranteed great time… so come and get involved. Suitable for all fitness levels!
Pilates
Pilates is a form of exercise where the focus is on strengthening muscles and improving postural alignment and flexibility. The emphasis is to strengthen the core which includes abdomen, lower back, hips, and buttocks, in a controlled manner with breaths.
Qigong
Qigong (pronounced Chi-Gong) translates as ‘energy work’ and is an ancient Chinese form of exercise. It is a discipline that involves the mind, breath and movement to create a calm, natural balance of energy. It’s a beautiful, slow, meditative healing art which promotes health, balance, energy, awareness and relaxation. Learn to find stillness in motion. Qigong is beneficial for anyone who wants to improve their health and wellbeing. It’s especially good for people with low mood, anxiety and depression and for older and socially isolated people. This class can be done seated or standing. No previous experience is necessary.
Pump It Up
This is a progressive complete body workout using barbells and weight plates. Traditional resistance training exercises such as squats, lunges, presses and rows take on another dimension through the use of functional, multi-plane movement. Great for weight management, improving strength and toning up the whole body.
Cardio Combat
A high-intensity, non-contact, full-body workout, that combines punches, blocks, kicks and strikes. This workout is a type of cardio peak training which includes steady and high intensity exercise. It aims to improve endurance, coordination and flexibility.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art now widely practiced for the beneficial effect it has on health. Its slow, graceful movements link together to create a meditative dance which is safe for people of all ages to enjoy. Practising Tai Chi will improve your movement, co-ordination and balance. It creates a calm and positive feeling and energy levels will increase to make life just that bit smoother. Class instructor: Karen Ferris, please pay Karen directly during the session. To book your place email: taijiworksbristol@gmail.com or telephone: 0117 942 4167
FIND OUT MORE >Yoga
Yoga brings huge benefits to mind and body. It is a great way to improve flexibility and strength, as well as alleviating stress and anxiety. Spend time focusing inwards, being in the present moment, and increase awareness and appreciation of your body. We aim to challenge those with experience while offering a supportive space for beginners.
Glow Beatz
Glow Beatz is a fun full body workout with banging soundtrack that gets great results. The routines combine dance, toning and combat moves with options to suit all fitness levels. Classes are held in a darkened room with disco lights and our trademark LED glow sticks. This class will book up quickly so hurry and get you rave on!
Barre Fitness
Barre Fitness Class helps to burn calories by engaging all the muscles in the body, which is especially important for those who are new to exercise. The combination of strength training and cardio increases fat burning and improves overall fitness.
Total Body Conditioning
Total Body Conditioning is a multi-level full body workout that targets all of the major muscle groups. This workout is designed to contain challenging exercises that will increase strength, decrease body fat and improve overall conditioning.
Zumba
Zumba is a fitness program that involves cardio and Latin-inspired dance. Suitable for all fitness levels, a fun and effective workout.
Chair Based Exercise
This group session is a physical activity which is great for anyone who is looking to reintroduce themselves to some form of exercise. Expect low impact, gentle exercise, using a chair as a support aid.
Weighted Workout
A full body workout which exercises all of your muscles in one session. It is a great way to build strength and burn calories.
Yoga to Meditation
Improve flexibility, strength, and reduces stress by relaxing the mind to improve sleep quality. It can increase focus and concentration, and enhance cognitive function.
Yoga-Pilates Fusion
Combines both principles of Yoga and Pilates to offer the benefits of building strength, flexibility, and balance, while providing aspects of mindfulness and meditation.