All equipment is provided.   Please wear suitable footwear, comfortable clothing, and bring a drink with you.   There is no need to pre-book, but please try to arrive 10 minutes before the start of a session to allow for registration.   

A few details about the classes : -

STRICTLY SOLO : - In this 'Strictly Come Dancing' style dance class you will learn all of the Ballroom/Latin dances - including FOXTROT, QUICK STEP, VIENNESE WALTZ, WALTZ, RUMBA, CHA CHA CHA, JIVE, SALSA, SAMBA, TANGO, PASO DOBLE, AMERICAN SMOOTH, CHARLESTON, and more ......... and each of  the dances will be choreographed to a particular track, so that you will be able to learn, perfect, and perform a showcase dance - just like the celebrities do on 'Strictly Come Dancing' !  No previous experience is required, and this class is suitable for ALL - any age, any level, all abilities; men and women.  However, NO PARTNER IS REQUIRED - this is 'STRICTLY SOLO' !   This dance class is not run as a course, so you can dip in and out, and new people are welcome on any week.    You can check the News & Updates page to see which dances we are doing each week.    You will be welcome to still wear your sports kit and trainers, but also normal (comfortable) clothing and shoes (including heeled dance shoes) will also be suitable for this class.    Skirts or trousers.    Feel free to 'glam up' as much as you want !   This unique class is guaranteed to be a fun and enjoyable way to keep fit, and learn how to dance at the same time !

BODY CONDITIONING : - An all over workout, for aerobic fitness as well as toning.  A ten minute warm-up followed by 15-20 minutes standing leg work.  Dumbbells for upper body.  Floor work to finish.  Some balance work, and core strength work may be included.   All muscle groups will be targeted in every session, giving the whole body a comprehensive work out.  No complicated choreography and easy to follow, this session is suitable for all levels.

POST NATAL : - This is an exercise to music class specifically suited to the mother returning to exercise after having a baby, or a mother new to exercise wishing to regain her figure; socialise with other mothers; and simply just start to feel herself again.  A ten minute warm up, followed by a 15-20 minute low impact aerobic section.  Then floor work, incorporating toning exercises, and also specific exercises for the postpartum period, including pelvic floor exercises.  Every mother will have their abdominal muscles individually assessed for separation, and advised accordingly.  It is recommended that mothers wait four to six weeks after the birth, and can come as soon as they feel ready, or start at any time.   All ages of baby are welcome, from approximately 4 weeks to walking, and mothers may bring their babies with them to class (in a car seat or pram).   Fully qualified Instructor, recognised by the Royal College of Midwives, and ACPOG.

PILATES - CORE & STRETCH : - This pilates style class concentrates on abdominal training, with plenty of deep stretching interspersed throughout, and is suitable for all ages, levels and abilities.  Slow, flowing, and rhythmical movements ease you through a thorough warm-up to mobilise and prepare the body and mind for what's to come.  The exercises target the deep postural (core) muscles, improving your posture, muscle tone, strength and flexibility.   Correct technique and alignment are focused on, improving your body awareness, and you will also benefit from stronger back muscles, relieving back ache and pain.  A relaxing environment helps to relieve stress, and tension.  Some balance work may be included to also challenge your core muscles, and improve your balance and co-ordination.  There will be plenty of floor work (mats are provided).   A challenging, but achievable workout.

CARDIODANCE : - A dance based aerobic workout, that is lots of  fun, but at the same time you will burn calories, increase your fitness levels, and learn to dance better.    The choreography is simple and achievable, and allows plenty of  time to learn each move.   Suitable for all levels.           

AEROBICS : - A choreographed, easy to follow cardio session suitable for all levels.   The choreography is broken down into blocks, and is easy to follow, and both low impact and high impact options are given throughout.

STEP : - A routine is developed through the class, and all choreography is broken down into blocks, and taught from a very base level, making it very achievable, and suitable for most levels.   All routines are 'tap-free'.