Fitness classes
Find out what classes we offer and book a place.
About our classes
We run an extensive group exercise programme, from high-energy sessions to low-impact and mindful movement.
Group exercise classes are free for student gold and silver members. Price per class for bronze student members is £4.40.
Classes are subject to change and you can to check available classes and gym sessions ahead of booking.
List of classes
- Aerial circus beginners
Tuesdays, 10am-11am
Wednesdays, 9.30am-10.30am
Thursdays, 9.30am-10.30amInstructor: Kitty
Venue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
You will learn skills on the trapeze, rope and silk with a qualified aerial practitioner and in a supportive environment.
N.B There will be no class on 19 August
- Aerial circus improvers
Tuesdays, 11am - 12pm
Instructor: KittyVenue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
For those looking to improve, you will learn skills on the trapeze, rope and silk with a qualified aerial practitioner and in a supportive environment.
N.B There will be no class on 19 August
- Aerial yoga
Thursdays, 10.45am-11.45am
Instructor: Kitty
Venue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
Move between yoga postures using a low-hanging wide aerial silk, hung like a hammock, to give flowing movements that relax and stretch the body.
We recommend you wear long sleeves and long trousers but this isn’t essential. Please wear clothing with no zips or buckles, and remove watches and jewellery before each class.
- Body conditioning
Mondays, 5.05pm-5.50pm
Wednesdays, 5.05pm-5.50pm
Instructor: RiaVenue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
A high energy class using a mix of simple martial arts moves mixed with traditional aerobics exercises to create a full body workout. Kick, punch and squat away the calories with fat burning and stress releasing fun workout. Suitable for all abilities & fitness levels, no martial arts experience needed.
- Circuits
Mondays, 5pm-6pm
Tuesdays, 12.10pm-12.50pm
Thursdays, 12.10pm-12.50pm, Sport Centre Fitness Room
Thursdays, 6pm-7pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness TeamVenue: Sport Centre Hall Two
A session that focuses on all over body workout. This class aims to get you stronger, leaner, help you burn more calories and is guaranteed to leave you feeling like you have had a good session. The class is aimed at all levels from the beginner through to the advanced trainer.
- Indoor group cycling
Mondays, 12.05pm - 12.50pm
Tuesdays, 5.05pm-5.50pm
Fridays, 1.05pm-1.50pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness teamVenue: Sport Centre Fitness Room
Cycle to the beat of the music or speed through challenging intervals. This high intensity class will help you burn calories, energise the body and is suitable for all abilities.
If you are new to indoor group cycling, please read the indoor cycling bike set-up information [PDF 288.16KB] first.
- Metabolic training
Tuesdays, 5.30pm-6.30pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness Team
Venue: Falmer Sports Complex Fitness Room
An advance class centred on strength training to produce a high intensity class that trains both the muscular and cardiovascular system to create a smart training solution. The class uses barbells, dumbbells, ropes, kettlebells and medicine balls and requires a good experience of free weight training. The class is a great calorie burner, great fun and is a challenging workout. Suitable for those with previous lifitng experience and thos wanting to push themselves.
- Pilates
Thursdays, 12.05pm-12.50pm
Instructor: Gareth
Venue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
Mat-based Pilates focusing on improving flexibility and strength for the whole body. Slow, controlled movements for maximum effect and relaxation. This class is suitable for beginners and improvers.
- PiYO
Tuesdays, 6.05pm-6.50pm
Fridays, 12.05pm-12.50pm
Instructor: RiaVenue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
PiYO combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. We rev up the speed to deliver a true low impact workout that leaves your body looking long, lean and defined.
N.B There will be no class on the 5 August.
- Small group CycleCross
Mondays, 12.05pm-12.50pm
Tuesdays, 5.05pm-5.50pm
Fridays, 1.05pm-1.50pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness teamVenue: Sport Centre Fitness Room
Cycle to the beat of the music or speed through challenging intervals. This high intensity class will help you burn calories, energise the body and is suitable for all abilities.
If you are new to indoor group cycling, please read the indoor cycling bike set-up information [PDF 288.16KB] first.
- Small group strength
Mondays, 12pm-12.45pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness TeamVenue: Falmer Sports Complex Strength and Conditioning Room
A progression from the small group training. There is still a focus on perfecting technique, but these classes start to add intensity to the lifts. A perfect introduction to those wanting to learn more about weight lifting and adding intensity to their workouts.
- Small group training
Thursdays, 12pm-12.45pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness Team
Venue: Falmer Sports Complex Fitness Room
In this class, we focus on perfecting technique, by adding intensity to lifts. A perfect introduction to those wanting to learn more about weightlifting and adding intensity to their workouts.
- Strength and core
Tuesdays, 12.05pm-12.50pm
Instructor: Gemma MVenue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
Strength and core works on switching on all our deep stabilising muscles so that we improve balance, core control and is great for injury prevention. The movements are slow and strong to allow for correct technique and form. You will definitely be challenged in a positive way and will end the class feeling like you have not only worked hard but achieved a lot.
- Women's weightlifting
Thursdays, 2pm-3pm
Instructor: Sussex Sport Fitness TeamVenue: Falmer Sport Complex
For all self-identifying women who are either new to weightlifting or are looking to build confidence in a supportive environment. These sessions will cover key movement patterns such as squats, pushes, pulls hinges and lunges (with a specific focus on mastering the squat and deadlift). Accessory movements will be taught alongside these key lifts, with progression and regression as needed. Please note this is more of a 'learning to lift' class, rather than an intensive small group PT session.
- Yoga
Mondays, 1.05pm-1.50pm
Instructor: MeganVenue: Sport Centre Dance Studio
Based on flowing sequences and precise alignment, linked to full rhythmic breathing that will open up the body and mind. This class will improve your strength, stamina and flexibility.
- Zumba
Mondays, 12.05pm-12.50pm, Sport Centre Hall Two
Wednesdays, 1.05pm-1.50pm, Sport Centre Dance Studio
Instructor: Gemma CZumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind class that will blow you away.