Fitness Classes
Everything you need to know about fitness classes with Mid Devon Leisure.
Fitness classes at Active Mid Devon
Want that extra push? Exercise classes are a great way to add variety into your exercise routine as well as providing you with that motivating nudge that will keep you going.
Whether you want to improve your fitness level with an Studio Cycling class (no helmet required), tone up with Pump, go crazy with a HIIT workout, slow it down and get involved in Yoga and Pilates, or just have fun with an Urban Funk, Zumba or Dance Mix class…we have something for you!
With qualified instructors there to guide you through techniques and keep you moving, you’ll soon be seeing the results you want!
| Class | Features | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Ab Attack | Our Ab Attack classes are fast-paced, core-focused workouts designed to strengthen, tone, and sculpt your midsection. In just 30 minutes, you’ll target all areas of your abs through a mix of bodyweight and dynamic exercises. | Strengthens and tones abdominal muscles. Improves core stability and balance. Supports better posture and spinal alignment. Helps prevent lower back pain. Increases overall functional strength for daily activities. Burns calories and supports weight management. Boosts confidence and body definition. |
| Aqua Fit | Exercise based around aerobic moves but in water. Music is used to set the pace and rhythm of the movements. In the water the body becomes the piece of equipment. Various movements can increase water support or water resistance. Both beginners and advanced benefit from the variety and effort and speed can be adjusted to each person’s needs. Some equipment can be added to enhance water resistance or support. | Warm water helps to mobilise the joints, assisting the prevention of osteoporosis. There are no sharp, quick movements, which is great for those with poor co-ordination. Muscles toned in balance by water resistance, improving metabolic rate cardio-vascular function, lowering heart rate. High fat burner and calorie expenditure. Helps lower blood pressure (BP) and improves lung capacity. Redistributes fluid retention. Improves flexibility. Lower weight bearing due to the buoyancy of the water means it is good for arthritis, rehabilitation and back problems |
| Beginners Yoga | Beginners Yoga is the perfect introduction to yoga, focusing on simple postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation. These classes build a strong foundation, helping you improve flexibility, balance, and body awareness at a comfortable pace. | Improves flexibility and range of movement. Builds strength and muscle tone gently. Enhances balance, posture, and coordination. Reduces stress and promotes relaxation. Increases focus and body awareness. Supports joint health and mobility. Accessible and welcoming for all fitness levels. |
| Body Blitz | This class is designed to give an all over full body toning and aerobic experience. The class is set to cater for all fitness levels, easier and harder alternatives will be given to every exercise whilst attaining the added motivation that group exercise creates. | Full body aerobic and toning workout. Increases stamina and endurance. Builds strength. Increases energy levels. Increases flexibility. A great calorie burner. |
| Boxing Blitz | Take the stress out of your day and punch your way to fitness. Using pads and gloves along with a variety of other equipment to achieve a total body workout. | Full body aerobic and toning workout. Increases stamina and endurance. Increases energy levels. A great calorie burner. |
| Bums Tums & Thighs | Condition and tone those problem areas. Enjoy the music, feel fantastic while having fun. This is a popular, fun class with a serious purpose! This class isn’t just about looking great, but also about maintaining a general level of fitness that will keep you healthy and motivated in your work and personal life. | Full body aerobic and toning workout. Increases stamina and endurance. Builds strength. Increases energy levels. Increases flexibility. A great calorie burner. |
| Circuits | Circuits is a fun fast fitness class. The class is based on a mixture of cardio exercises to improve strength and fitness levels. The class is a fast moving and well-motivated one. At each station you will be timed before moving to the next. | Improves body strength. Increases cardio levels. Improves muscle tone, strength, and stamina. |
| Core Conditioning | Conditions the many muscles that stabilise the spine, pelvis and shoulder girdle. These muscles help control movements, shifts in body weight and changes of direction. | Improves posture. Increases muscle mass. Increases metabolism. Reduces back pain. Improves performance of daily tasks. Improves sports performance. |
| Dance Mix | Great songs, simple choreography mixed with coordination and enthusiasm makes for a great workout. Designed to burn calories and tone up those hard to hit areas. | Great fun all round exercise. Full aerobic and toning workout. Great place to have some fun. |
| Fitness Pilates | Fitness Pilates is a dynamic, modern version of classic Pilates that combines traditional core-strengthening exercises with fitness principles to create a full-body workout that focuses on improving posture, balance, flexibility, and overall strength. It often incorporates standing and mat-based exercises, and may include equipment like resistance bands to provide a challenging, yet safe, full-body routine for people of all ages and fitness levels. | Strengthens and tones core muscles. Improves posture and spinal alignment. Increases flexibility and mobility. Enhances balance and coordination. Reduces stress and promotes relaxation. Can ease back pain and prevent injuries. Boosts overall body awareness and control. |
| Functional Fitness | Our 30-minutes Functional Fitness classes are the perfect way to build strength, mobility and endurance for everyday movement. | Provides a full-body workout in just 30 minutes. Improves strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness. Enhances mobility, balance, and coordination. Burns calories and supports weight management. Builds resilience for everyday movements. Increases energy levels and overall fitness. Keeps workouts varied, fun, and motivating. |
| Tabata | High intensity workout class, includes body weight resistance challenges and fast paced exercises with various equipment. | Improves your strength. Improves your stamina. Great calorie burner. Full body workout. |
| Hatha Yoga | Suitable for all levels. Hatha is a potent alignment-oriented practice that emphasises the forms and actions within yoga postures. Traditional postures are held in accurate alignment. Emphasis is placed on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control. This class is based on physical postures, deep breathing, mindfulness and listening to the body. | Increases lung capacity and can help with asthma. Improves muscle tone, strength and stamina. Can boost metabolism. Increases range of movement. Can prevent injuries from occurring. Can reduce stress. Burns calories. |
| Kettlebell Circuits | A circuit-based class consisting of different ‘stations’ around the studio, giving you a varied experience every time. These circuit classes includes the use of kettlebells (a cannonball with a handle). | Big calorie burner that promises results. The use of the kettlebell adds an extra dimension to make your core work harder and your body perform more functional movements. All over muscle conditioning and fat burning. |
| Line Dancing | A line dance is a choreographed dance class with a repeated sequence of steps. It is a great social class with a strong emphasis on fun. Unlike many other forms of dance, line dancing does not require a partner. | Great social exercise. Great for improving co-ordination. Cardio-vascular improvement lowering heart rate. |
| Low Impact Aerobics | Low Impact Aerobics is a gentle yet effective cardio workout designed to raise your heart rate without placing stress on the joints. Perfect for beginners, active older adults, or anyone looking for a lower-intensity option that still delivers results. | Improves cardiovascular health and stamina. Strengthens muscles with minimal joint impact. Enhances coordination and balance. Supports weight management and calorie burning. Increases energy levels and overall fitness. Helps maintain bone density and mobility. Suitable for all fitness levels, especially beginners or those returning to exercise. |
| Pilates | Formed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920’s to rehabilitate prisoners of war. It is a conditioning for the whole body, which can be done in a relatively small space (mat). It involves isolation exercises for each muscle group. | Helps to develop a stronger body core. Safe and effective for all adults and fitness levels. helps to prevent injuries. Enhances circulatory and respiratory function. Can help manage arthritic pain. Can reduce muscle and tendon soreness. Helps spine alignment and posture. |
| PiYo | Includes yoga and pilates moves, easily choreographed to calm, stress free music which improve your physical and mental wellbeing. A power class of pilates, yoga and movement. You will sweat, stretch and strengthen in one workout. No weights, no bulk, just hard-core results. | Improves flexibility and range of movement. Increases core strength. Improves cardio-vascular function. Burns calories. Reduces stress levels. Focuses your mind and body’s consciousness using controlled breathing. |
| Pump | Pump is a really fast way of shaping up and losing body fat. It is a strength toning and conditioning workout. Really simple moves to cover the whole body. Lots of ways of progressing from beginners to experienced. | Burn up to 600 calories per class. Improve strength. Improve general fitness. Shape and tone muscles. Improve bone density (help ward off osteoporosis). Progress easy (increase weights, more dynamic moves, introduce a step, increase step height). |
| Running Club | Our Running Club is a friendly and supportive group for all abilities, designed to help you enjoy running while improving your fitness. Led by a qualified instructor, each session focuses on building stamina, confidence, and technique in a social and motivating environment. | Improves cardiovascular health and endurance. Builds strength and stamina through regular training. Boosts confidence and running technique. Burns calories and supports weight management. Enhances mental wellbeing and reduces stress. Provides a fun, social, and motivating community. Suitable for all abilities, from beginners to experienced runners |
| Step & Strength | Step & Strength combines upbeat step aerobics with resistance training for a fun, full-body workout. This class blends cardio with muscle conditioning to improve endurance, strength, and coordination while keeping energy levels high. | Boosts cardiovascular fitness and stamina. Builds and tones muscle strength. Improves coordination and balance. Burns calories and supports weight management. Enhances endurance and overall fitness. Increases bone density and joint health. Fun, energising workout that keeps motivation high. |
| Studio Cycle | Takes place on a stationary bike. As you pedal, motivational music is played as the instructor talks you through a virtual cycle ride outdoors e.g. “you are going up a hill now, you can see the top”. During the class the pace varies and the resistance also varies but you control the levels that you work at. | Burns up to 450 per calories per 45 minute class. Improves heart function. Tones leg and core muscles. minimal co-ordination required. You control the pace and resistance so are always working at your own ability level. |
| Total Tone | Toning class for whole body and core | Full body workout. Great calorie burner. |
| Triple Challenge | A mix of classes offering three sections of different exercises – aerobics, resistance and core work are focused on. | Get a full body workout that will tone muscle, burn calories and improve your cardiovascular endurance all in one! Variation from the three sections also means the class will fly by! |
| Yoga | Yoga has a philosophical and spiritual focus, although yoga appears to be just a series of stretches, it’s actually a holistic practice steeped in ancient Indian culture that unites the mind, body and spirit through exercise, breath and meditation. Though styles differ, the formula is the same: Postures increase the body’s overall performance and health, the breath floods the body with oxygen and flushes out toxins, and the meditation creates a sense of peaceful wellbeing, creating a feeling of balance. | Increases lung capacity and can help with asthma. Improves muscle tone, strength and stamina. Can boost metabolism. Increases range of movement. Can prevent injuries from occurring. Can reduce stress. Burns calories. |
| Yoga Flow | Yoga Flow is a series of yoga postures that move and flow together with the energy of the breath , known as Vinyasa. | Varying in pace and rhythm, this practice builds flexibility, strength and balance in the body and releases physical and mental tension. |
