Fitness Classes in Belfast

Whether you’re a complete beginner or enjoy classes multiple times a week, we offer a range of fitness classes throughout Belfast. With Better gyms and leisure centres across the city - from Andersonstown to Lisnasharragh - you’ve got plenty of options for getting your workout in. So, whether you enjoy sweating it out in strength and conditioning class or unwinding with a mind and body session, explore gym and fitness classes in Belfast below.

Plenty Of Fitness Studios

11 of our gyms and leisure centres have fitness studios for sessions like Group Cycle, Dance and more.

16 Centres Offering Classes

With 16 Better gym and leisure facilities across Belfast, you can attend classes at a location that's convenient for you.

30+ Class Types To Try

With over 30 classes on offer - from energising HIIT to relaxing yoga - there’s something for everyone.

About our Classes

From improving your cardiovascular fitness to toning up to boosting your mental health, our fitness classes are designed to help you reach your goals in an encouraging and supportive environment.

With 32 different classes across 16 leisure and gym facilities in the Belfast area, there are plenty of workouts to discover and enjoy. With programmes suitable for gym-goers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels, there’s something for everyone.

Our core class categories include strength and conditioning, mind and body, cardio, and aqua aerobics. And with classes on offer 7 days a week at various times, you’re bound to find a session that works for you.

Ready to work up a sweat? Read more about what to expect from our gym classes in Belfast below, and book a class at your local gym or leisure centre today.

Fitness Classes by Type

Find Fitness Classes Near You in Belfast

Strength and Conditioning

If your goal is to strengthen and tone your whole body while having fun in a motivational group setting, come and join one of our strength workouts in Belfast.

We offer seven different types of strength classes across our Belfast centres, so there’s plenty to try out and enjoy. From popular strength workouts including Legs, Bums & Tums and Power Pump, to Biocircuit™ sessions held at Templemore Baths, there’s lots to get stuck into at our Belfast gyms.

Learn more about Better strength and conditioning classes across the UK.

Book a class

View Strength and Conditioning class timetables and book at your local facility below:

Cardio

With 19 different types of cardio classes offered across 13 gyms and leisure centres in the region, finding cardio workouts in Belfast just got easier.

We offer the full spectrum of cardio classes you know and love, from Group Cycle and HIIT to Step Aerobics and Circuit training. We also have a fun and exciting range of dance workouts, including Zumba and Dance Fitness.

However you like to move and get your heart pumping, there’s plenty on offer with a Better Belfast membership.

Learn more about Better cardio and dance classes across the UK.

Book a class

View Cardio class timetables and book at your local facility below:

Mind and Body

Our lower-impact classes help you tone up and improve flexibility while leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. We offer five types of mind and body classes across Belfast, and you’ll find at least one class at every gym and leisure centre in the region.

Pilates and yoga classes are the most popular mind and body workouts in Belfast, which help boost overall strength and help you feel relaxed. Tai Chi sessions are also offered at a handful of our Belfast leisure facilities. These classes combine meditation and self-awareness with improved posture and flexibility, perfect for some mindful movement.

If you’re a beginner, we also offer a selection of basics fitness classes across our Belfast gyms and centres. Check the timetable for your local facility for more details.

Learn more about Better mind and body classes across the UK.

Book a class

View mind and body class timetables and book at your local facility below:

Aqua Aerobics

Alongside studio and gym classes, we offer Aqua Aerobics classes across nine leisure facilities in Belfast, giving you the flexibility to join a class that suits you. These pool-based classes are accessible to people of all ages and experience levels. Plus, they’re ideally located close to the city centre, with classes offered at convenient locations like Templemore Baths, Falls Leisure Centre, and the Grove Wellbeing Centre.

Aqua Aerobics workouts are a great way to improve strength and cardiovascular fitness with fun, low-impact exercise. You’ll get the perfect balance of aerobic exercise and resistance training in a relaxed and refreshing pool environment.

Learn more about Better Aqua Aerobics classes across the UK.

Book a class

View Aqua Aerobics timetables and book at your local facility below:

Fitness Class FAQs

What is the most popular fitness class in Belfast?

The most popular class offered in Belfast is yoga - which takes place at all 16 centres. This is followed by Pilates - at 12 facilities, and Circuit Training - at 11 Belfast centres.

Although these classes are run frequently throughout the week, they still tend to get booked up quickly. We recommend booking your class as far in advance as you can to avoid disappointment.

Are fitness classes included with my Better membership?

Most Better membership types will grant you admission to certain fitness classes at your home gym or centre. However, for other class and membership types, or guest bookings, there may be additional charges attached.

Pricing information can be found on the booking platform for your local facility and on the Better UK app.

Can I attend any fitness class in Belfast?

Depending on your membership type - and class availability - you can attend any fitness class of your choice across all 16 of our Belfast gym and leisure facilities.

If you’re not a member, you can still join a class, but you’ll need to create an online account first before making a booking. For instructions on how to book a class as a non-member, see our booking guide.

Which gym offers the most fitness classes for beginners?

The gym at Lisnasharragh Leisure Centre in Castlereagh offers the largest variety of classes for beginners - with 5 Cardio and Mind & Body Basics classes. These include Circuit Training, Group Cycle, BoxFit, Yoga and Pilates.

Olympia Leisure Centre also offers Basics classes in Mind and Body and Cardio activities (Aerobics and Pilates).

Even if they’re not listed as ‘Basics’, you’ll find that many of our classes are still highly accessible to beginners. If you’re unsure about your options, talk to a member of staff at your local facility, who will be more than happy to recommend classes suitable for you.