Group fitness at Aqualink is about having fun and exercising to upbeat music in a friendly environment.
Choose your weekly workout from the timetable of options with the benefits including increased fitness, increased muscle strength and tone, weight loss, increased metabolism (fat burning potential), improved flexibility and mobility, and increased energy, motivation, wellbeing and happiness.
Classes include Cycling, Les Mills ® classes, Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates and Aqua classes. Virtual cycling classes available at AQBH.
Classes are 45 minutes in duration. Each class includes a warm up, cool down and pack up.
Outdoor group fitness classes will operate with a maximum of 20 participants. In the case of inclement weather and cancellation, outdoor group fitness participants will be contacted by SMS (2 hours' notice will be provided). AQBH outdoor group fitness classes are located at the outdoor courts where the instructor will meet you.
Before You Arrive
Limited equipment for classes is provided; however you need to bring a drink bottle and towel to every class. Participants also need to bring a mat for all classes (excludes aqua).
All Boxing Fitness class participants must bring their own boxing gloves and wraps/inners.
All Aqua class participants must be poolside five minutes before the class begins.
For safety and courtesy to class members, patrons are not able to enter a class once it has started. If you need to leave part way through a class please notify the instructor before the class begins and put away any equipment you’ve used before you leave.
If you have an injury, health condition or are pregnant, always check with a health professional about which exercises should not be completed during classes.
How to Book
Visit the Aqualink group fitness timetables page for a timetable and details on how to book a class.
Group Fitness Class Descriptions
Les Mills Classes
- BODYATTACK: Will get you fit FAST! This high energy aerobics class is suited to participants with moderate to high fitness.
- BODYBALANCE (AQN): Combines the disciplines of Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates with dynamic moves. The emphasis in this class is on controlled, concise movements and relaxation.
- BODYCOMBAT (AQBH): Punch and kick your way to fitness in this high energy martial-arts inspired noncontact workout. Up the intensity and destroy calories while working your legs, toning your arms, back and shoulders. This class is best suited to participants with moderate to high fitness levels.
- BODYPUMP: A low impact workout using specially designed barbells. This class is perfect for toning your body whilst working your cardiovascular system at the same time.
- BODYPUMP EXPRESS (AQN): A low impact workout using specially designed barbells. This class is perfect for toning your body whilst working your cardiovascular system at the same time. Express classes are 30 minute duration.
- BODYSTEP: The perfect workout for your butt and thighs. This class is ideal for those who want to increase their fitness levels.
- CXWORX (AQN): A 30 minute workout using resistance tubing. You will strengthen and tone all the muscle groups in your core. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- RPM (AQBH): A 45 minute group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. It’s fun, low impact and burns loads of calories.
- SH’BAM (AQN): Set to a soundtrack of chart topping hits, Sh’Bam lets you shape up and let out your inner star with simple and fun dance moves over a 45 minute unique and vibrant class. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- TONE: The optimal mix of strength, cardio and core training. A great foundation class, with a wide variety of options accommodating all fitness levels.
Freestyle Classes
- BELLY DANCING: A fun and expressive art form from the Middle East. Benefits include improved coordination, increased self-esteem and creative expression, fitness, core strength and a whole lot of fun. With low impact and easy-to-do moves, it is great for all ages and fitness levels.
- BOXING FITNESS: An exciting, high intensity action packed class. The class consists of pad work, skipping, shadow boxing and other cardio and resistance exercises. Boxing Fitness is suitable for all fitness levels. No partner required! Bring your own boxing gloves and wraps/inner gloves.
- CYCLE/CYCLE EXPRESS: Indoor cycling class that is choreographed to music. This workout is perfect for the cycling enthusiast or anyone wanting to vary their training. This class burns more calories per hour than any other Group Fitness class. Express classes are 30 minute duration.
- FAB CIRCUIT (AQN): Circuits are a steady paced, progressive weights workout to music. Excellent for regaining muscle strength, mobility and general fitness. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- FAB STRENGTH: A class that is suitable for older adults. An enjoyable and interactive class that involves using strength equipment and the individual’s body weight. The class further highlights the health benefits and importance of using weight bearing exercises.
- GENTLE EXERCISE (AQBH): Combining seated/chair based exercise with standing work. May include the use of small balls, therabands and scarves, stability and balance work. Ideal for older adults.
- HIIT/ HIIT EXPRESS - HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING: High intensity interval training uses power, agility, weight training and explosive high-impact body weight exercises that will get you super fit super fast. Transform every muscle fibre to produce a lean, athletic shape. Suitable for moderate to high fitness levels. Express classes are 30 minute duration.
- LITE PACE: A gentle, low impact aerobic workout. Ideal for beginners and older adults. Includes core training and stability/balance work.
- TABATA (AQN): High intensity interval training with the use of fitness equipment or bodyweight exercises. Suitable for moderate and high fitness levels.
- ZUMBA: A Latin inspired, dance fitness workout set to sexy, high energy Latin and international music. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- ZUMBA GOLD: A low impact, fun Zumba class, tailored for all ages and fitness levels.
Wellness Classes
- MEDITATION: Relax, unwind and de-stress as you experience practical and gentle guided meditation. Mindfulness and gentle movements creating calm and clarity to settle the mind, find peace and help you sleep better. All fitness levels and experience welcome.
- PILATES: Improve your core strength by concentrating on muscle control and correct breathing patterns through smooth flowing movements. This method is utilised to improve your core stability, posture, balance and flexibility.
- FAB PILATES (AQN): A class that is suitable for older adults. Designed to improve your core strength, posture, balance and flexibility at a gentle, controlled pace.
- STRETCH & STABILISE: A class designed to improve joint mobility, muscle tone and length, as well as strength for stability. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- TAI CHI: An Ancient style of gentle exercise for the mind and body. Immerse yourself in peace and relaxation using this 1000 year old practice.
- YOGA FLOW: Relieve stress through dynamic flowing sequences which build strength and flexibility. Explore your potential! Suitable for participants with some yoga experience.
- YOGA FUSION: Create a positive state of mind and self-awareness through building strength, energy, balance and flexibility. Traditional Yoga class combining all elements of Yoga. Suitable for all levels.
- YOGA RELEASE: A gentle blend of mindful movement combining classical postures to lengthen and tone muscles. Breathing and relaxation techniques perfect for those needing to relax and renew. Suitable for all levels.
Aqua Classes
- AQUA: This class is designed to increase your cardiovascular fitness, strength and muscle tone in a fun, low impact environment.
- AQUABILITY (AQN): A 45 minute specialty aqua class allowing participants to take part at a level suitable to their movement and fitness ability.
- AQUAFIT (AQBH): Take your aqua class to a new level. This high intensity workout in water is safe on your joints yet provides all the benefits of a power workout with motivating and high energy instructors. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- DEEP WATER AQUA: A challenging class utilising flotation belts and a deep water running component to send your heart racing.
- FAB AQUA PLUS (AQN): A 45 minute aqua class specifically designed for the Fab Living participants. Lap lanes for Fab Living swimming are available Monday and Thursday 8.15am-8.45am and 9.30am-10.00am for participants in Fab Aqua Plus classes.
- OUTDOOR AQUA (AQBH): This class is designed to increase your cardiovascular fitness, strength and muscle tone in a fun, low impact environment.
- WARM WATER AQUA (AQBH): A 45 minute aqua class to increase your fitness, strength and muscle tone while working in a supportive and warm water environment. Suitable for all ages and those wishing to return to exercise.
Virtual Classes
- VIRTUAL RPM - All benefits of RPM with virtual instructors. A 45 minute group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. It's fun, low impact and burns loads of calories.
- VIRTUAL SPRINT - A 30 minute HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) style workout on a bike with virtual instructors. You combine bursts of intensity, where you work as hard as possible, with periods of rest that prepare you for the next effort.