Strathclyde SportClass descriptors

Class Description Intensity Guide

Active Flow

A chair based gentle class strengthening the body to maintain functional movement for everyday tasks. Some standing work will be included with suitable support.

AquaFit

A high energy and fun fitness class in which you perform a range of aerobic moves in the pool. No matter what your age, ability or experience, AquaFit is an inclusive activity suitable for everyone.

BoxFit

BoxFit is a high intensity interval training class based on boxing training. Utilising punching techniques and combinations of jabs, hooks & uppercuts to maximise the workout in a circuit training style. Class will take place within the Cycle Studio.

 
Core & Stretch

A low-impact workout that splits its time between strengthening your abdominal and back muscles and performing deep, restorative flexibility exercises. It aims to build stability, improve posture, and release tight muscles.

CYCLE 30/45

Experience our IC7 bikes. Enjoy a mix of climbs, sprints and steady efforts in this traditional high intensity indoor cycling class driven by upbeat, energising music led by a motivating instructor. Class duration either 30 or 45 minutes.

 
Fitness Yoga

Yoga classes that focus on developing functional strength and mobility through traditional yoga postures, incorporating breath and relaxation at times.

Gym Confidence

A session designed to support new members to the Gym by having an instructor available to ask questions or to demonstrate how to use the equipment and get the most out of your session. This session will be based at the fixed path resistance equipment.

 
HIIT

HIIT training stands for High Intensity Interval Training. HIIT training is great for those who are short on time as a way of maximising your time spent in the gym. This involves work periods ranging from 20 seconds to 60 seconds, working between 80-100% of your maximum heart rate with shorter recovery periods. Class will take place within the Gym.

Hyrox

A high intensity class aligned to prepare you for HYROX competition. Stations include Running, Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Board Jump, Rowing, Framers Carry, Sandbag Lunges and Wall Balls. Classes take place at the Prowler Track in the Gym. Zone will be left set up permanently to allow for individual training.

Ladies Lifting

A small group session based in the S&C area of the Gym at the platforms. You will work with the instructor on developing skills, technique and confidence to lift safely and effectively. Women only at this session.

Pilates

Pilates is strength-based exercises that will enable you to strengthen the whole-body structure with mat base work.  Emphasising the support of your core and breath that opens your range of movement and flexibility. You will learn correct posture alinement and how to breathe properly in sync with your movement.

Quads, Glutes, Core

This class does what is says in the title. A class specifically to work on the core and lower body in a circuit training style. The variety of exercises and concentration on those areas are specific for maintaining everyday activities. Class will take place within the Gym or Cycle studio for the Women only classes.

Reformer 45

A dynamic, full-body workout that combines traditional Pilates principles with functional strength training. Performed on a sliding carriage or glide board system with adjustable incline and cable resistance, you work against your own body weight and gravity to build core stability, muscle tone, and flexibility.

R.E.P.S

R.E.P.S - Repetition, Endurance, Power, Strength
R.E.P.S is a dynamic barbell-based strength and conditioning class designed to build total body fitness through a combination of high repetition endurance work, explosive power training, and foundational strength exercises.

Seasonal Flow Yoga

A dynamic yoga practice designed to work with the changing energies of nature and the seasons. The class uses flowing sequences of postures linking the breath with movement to develop strength, flexibility and balance while stilling the mind for an enhanced sense of wellbeing.

 
Studio Tone

A conditioning class within the Dance Studio, suitable for those wanting a less intense class including those returning to exercise through illness or injury, new exercisers, and mature exercisers. Plenty of adaptations and progressions will be given allowing this class to be suitable for a wide range of individuals. 

Turn'd Up Dance Fitness

Turn’d Up Dance Fitness is a totally unique dance fitness programme to all the best R & B, Pop and Dancehall music. No dance experience needed! Get fit & healthy, build your confidence, and dance your worries away.

 
Wake Up Vinyasa

An energizing morning yoga practice that links dynamic movement with the breath. It helps stretch tight muscles, boost circulation, and clear morning grogginess to leave you feeling alert and focused for the day.

Yoga

Yoga classes that focus on developing functional strength and mobility through traditional yoga postures, incorporating breath and relaxation at times.

Zumba

The Latin-inspired dance workout mixing high and low intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance.