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Health & Fitness Classes

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​Classes are open to members and non-members, and are booked through the ​Cardiff Met Sport App​.

  • Members can book classes for free using the Cardiff Met Sport App.​​
  • Non-members are required to set up a 'Pay as You Go' profile on the Cardiff Met Sport App.

Class timetables can also be found on the Cardiff Met Sport App.​


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​​​Class Information

  • Classes are suitable for all levels of ability.

  • Participants must be 16 years old or over (unless stated otherwise in class descriptions).

  • Please advise the Instructor if you have any medical conditions which could affect your ability to exercise.

  • Classes are cancelled on bank holidays.​

For further information, please telephone 029 2041 6743 (Cyncoed Fitness Centre) or 029 2041 6779 (Llandaff Fitness Centre).

Alternatively,​ email Gareth Walters, Active Lifestyle Manager: gjwalters@cardiffmet.ac.uk.​​

Class Descriptions

Barbell Strength

This full-body workout focuses on building muscle, increasing endurance, and enhancing overall fitness through barbell exercises. Suitable for all levels, the class includes a dynamic warm-up, compound movements like squats, deadlifts, presses, and rows, and a thorough cool-down.

Body Weight Strength

This no-equipment workout builds muscle, increases endurance, and enhances overall fitness using exercises like push-ups, squats, lunges, and planks. Perfect for all levels, our instructors guide you through proper form and offer personalised modifications.

Ladies lifting club

Join our Ladies Lifting Club and empower yourself through strength training in a supportive, female-focused environment. This class is designed to build muscle, increase confidence, and enhance overall fitness through a variety of weightlifting exercises. Our instructors provide guidance on proper form, techniques, and personalised progressions tailored to your fitness level.

Metrox

High-intensity workout that combines functional strength training with endurance exercises. This class includes a variety of stations such as rowing, running, sled pushes, and bodyweight movements. Push your limits, build strength, and increase endurance in a supportive and motivating environment.

Mobility class

Enhance your flexibility and improve your movement with our Mobility class! This session focuses on exercises and stretches designed to increase your range of motion, reduce muscle stiffness, and prevent injuries. Suitable for all fitness levels.

Pregnancy Fitness

Stay active and healthy during your pregnancy with our Pregnancy Fitness class! Tailored specifically for expectant mothers, this class focuses on safe and effective exercises to support your changing body and prepare you for childbirth. Led by certified prenatal fitness instructors, session will include a combination of cardio, strength, flexibility, and breathing exercises.

PT Taster

Dive into personalised fitness with our exclusive Personal Training Taster Session! This introductory experience offers a glimpse into the world of one-on-one training tailored specifically to your goals and needs.

Run Club

Join our vibrant Run Club and experience the joy of running in a supportive and motivating group setting! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, our club welcomes all fitness levels and paces.

Females only LTB

This is a popular fitness class designed to target and tone three specific areas of the body: the legs, buttocks (bums), and abdominal muscles (tums). It is a comprehensive workout that focuses on strength training and conditioning exercises to help sculpt and strengthen these key areas. The class is designed for all fitness levels and abilities – from beginner to advanced.

Core and Balance

This class aims to develop a strong core, improve stability and coordination, and enhance overall functional fitness, making it beneficial for individuals of all fitness levels and ages.

Functional fitness

This is a type of workout that focuses on improving overall strength, endurance, flexibility, and mobility through exercises that mimic real-life movements. It is designed to enhance your ability to perform everyday tasks efficiently and with reduced risk of injury. The class atmosphere is supportive and inclusive, fostering a sense of community among participants.

Yoga

These classes are suitable for all levels of abilities and combine specific postural positions, breathing techniques and mindfulness to encourage release and relaxation in the body and mind. These sessions use exercises that focus on strength, flexibility and breathing which is sure to boost physical and mental wellbeing.

Bootcamp

The primary focus of bootcamp fitness class is to improve overall fitness levels, burn calories, build strength, increase endurance, and improve cardiovascular health. Participants can expect to sweat, challenge themselves, and experience a full-body workout in a supportive and energising group environment. Bootcamps can be indoors and outdoors and use a variety of equipment such as kettlebells, medicine balls, power bags and battling ropes.

Beginners Strength

This group exercise session specifically designed for individuals who are new to strength training or have limited experience with weightlifting. The primary focus of this class is to introduce basic strength exercises and provide a supportive and motivating environment.

Core and Balance

This class aims to develop a strong core, improve stability and coordination, and enhance overall functional fitness, making it beneficial for individuals of all fitness levels and ages.

Family Gym

This class is a specially designed workout session that caters to the fitness needs of the entire family. It focuses on creating a fun and engaging environment where family members can exercise together, bond, and support each other in their fitness journey.

Pilates

This class offers a comprehensive workout that targets the entire body, enhances core strength, improves flexibility, and promotes mind-body connection. Pilates exercises often focus on the core muscles, including the abdomen, lower back, hips, and glutes. They are suitable for individuals of all fitness levels and can be adapted to meet individual needs and goals.

Indoor Cycling​

An indoor cycling workout in sequence with motivating music. Members can burn up to 620 calories per workout through a training session that will allow them to get fit fast. This class will provide basic cycling movements, standing up, sitting down, changing speed, and changing hand position. A great way to way to build up a sense of your own personal achievement that is set at your own pace.