Fitness classes

We encourage all customers to book online in advance to avoid disappointment. To book, you can select your venue here as well the class you require, then follow the instructions to finalise the booking.

No, you don’t have to be a member to join a fitness class. However, you will need to make a free online account with us in order to make and complete the booking.

Visit the booking site or Better UK app and select 'create an account', or visit our video guides to booking to learn how to create a free online account as a non-member.

If you are a member, then some fitness classes are included in your monthly membership fee. Fitness classes not included in your membership may be available at a discounted price.

If you are not a member, you can find the price of each class listed on the booking page or Better UK app once you have selected your preferred leisure venue and the type of class you want.

Customers are encouraged to book online to guarantee their activity date and time as it’s not guaranteed a space will be available for anyone that hasn’t pre-booked.

For members, a £3 no show charge will be automatically applied to your account if you do not show up to a class that you booked on to. A charge will also be applied if you fail to cancel your class within the four hour period prior to the class starting.

This will also be applied if you do not scan your membership card on arrival, as the system will have no way of knowing you attended. The charge can be paid online or at the leisure centre at your convenience. You will not be able to make any more bookings until it is paid.

If non-members cancel prior to the four hour booking period their account will be credited with the monies paid, that they can use when booking future activities

We offer a range of fitness classes and our passionate instructors will offer modifications, so you can still take part if you’re a beginner at a pace that feels right to you. We also offer a variety of Basics classes that teach lower intensity movements. These are suitable for older adults, those new to exercise, or trying a class for the first time.

If you’re not sure what level of class you should book, you can find out by clicking through to the individual classes and checking the description.

If you’re still unsure, feel free to speak to a member of staff at your local venue. They will be more than happy to advise you.

Our fitness classes vary from centre to centre, please make sure to check your local centre timetable for class offerings and availability. If there are no fitness classes at your preferred leisure centre, then you can either join a waiting list (if you’re a member only) or see if there are available classes at a different centre . Additional fees may apply depending on your membership type.

Booking onto a timeslot from a waiting list is on a first come, first served basis and does not guarantee availability. Members only can join waiting lists, and if a class timeslot becomes available, you will be notified via your email.

All members and non-members are required to scan their membership card upon arrival at the centre, which can be found on the Better UK app. This will ensure your bookings changes from Booked to Attended on your account.

If you fail to scan in, you will be marked as unattended and will incur a £4 charged.

If you are doing back to back classes in one session, you have a four hour window prior to the class starting to scan in.

Classes do run on a set programmed timetable but these may change from time to time to accommodate new classes or time adjustments. We recommend always checking the fitness class timetable on your centre page or the Better UK app for your desired class each week. Find your nearest centre here. 

For our fitness classes we recommend leisure wear or sports’ clothing that is comfortable , so you can move around easily as well as suitable footwear. For aqua classes, you will need to wear the appropriate swimwear .

If your class requires equipment, then we will supply that for you. You are more than welcome to bring your own equipment to the class, such as a yoga or Pilates mat. Please check the information on your chosen fitness class page ahead of your class.

We recommend you come prepared with a bottle of water to keep you hydrated, and a small sweat towel to keep you comfortable. 

Lockers are available to store other personal items such as bags as these are not permitted in the studios.

Low impact classes such as yoga and mindfulness may be suitable for some pregnant women. However, every individual is different, and if there is any doubt, we advise all pregnant women to consult with their doctors before taking part.

Expect to learn something new, have fun and challenge yourself. Whatever your goal is when joining one of our fitness classes, we want you to leave the class feeling motivated and confident. We have a wide range of classes on offer, which are categorised by type, so it’s easy to find the right class for whatever you’re looking for.

Fitness classes are equally as great to make friends within your community in a fun and social setting.