Reach your fitness goals with the best classes in Plymouth
Group fitness classes are the ultimate fun, motivating and social way to stay fit. Research shows we burn more calories and stay more motivated when we work out together – plus, we have more fun too!
YMCA has one of the biggest range of group fitness classes in Plymouth with something to suit everyone; from combat-style classes, to Dance fitness or Yoga. All our sessions are delivered by the very best fully-qualified and experienced instructors.
You can book classes for only £5.90 individually or for less with one of our membership packages.
Cycle Classes
These brand new cycle classes will take your workout to the next level. We have a state-of-the-art spin studio offering one of the best indoor cycle experiences you can find in the south west. We use the highest-end Spinner® Bikes and boast an incredible sound system with LEDs & cinema-scale screen used for our immersive class THE TRIP.
THE TRIP™
An exciting cycle experience that’s perfect for both beginners and experienced spinners. You’ll be immersed in a 40-minute journey through stunning landscapes, projected on our cinema-scale screen and with colour-changing LEDs. Research shows this class makes you burn more calories for what feels like less effort. Plus, with the instructor not facing you, the room being dark and the ability to go at your own pace & resistance, it’s ideal for newcomers, or those who like to turn it up!
Daily classes Mornings & Evenings
Monday – Saturday
Easy Ride
A fun, low intensity cycle for the beginner or for those wanting a less intense ride, focusing on building confidence and technique on the bike.
Wednesday 16:00 – 16:45
Spinning® Endurance
Spinning® Endurance is all about maintaining a comfortable pace – keep a consistent heart rate for consistent fat burning!
Thursday 17:30 – 18:15
Spinning® Strength
Spinning® Strength is a group workout that involves steady, consistent pedalling with heavy resistance creating powerful muscles, ready to take on the biggest climbs.
Monday
19:00 – 19:45
Friday 18:00 – 18:45
Cardio Classes
These fitness classes will get your heart rate up and have you burning calories in no time. Great for losing weight and building a strong healthy heart.
FightinFit
An exciting aerobic workout involving non-contact kick & punch combinations to pumping music – leaving you with a healthy heart and happy mind.
Monday 19:10 – 19:55
Wednesday 17:45 – 18:30
FatBurner
An old-skool aerobics class suitable for all levels – An energetic cardio workout that will burn calories and tone up your body.
Wednesday 09:30 – 10:15
Step
Choreographed step routines designed for all levels. A fantastic workout with great music that helps burn fat and tone up your legs and butts!
Monday 09:30 – 10:15
HIIT
A high intensity interval training working
involving short periods of intense exercise alternating with recovery, designed to get you fitter quicker!
Friday 17:30 – 18:15
Dance Fitness Classes
Get the party feeling with these fun fitness classes. Ideal for beginners and with friends!
RumPum
An exciting dance-style workout with uplifting music, the lights turned down and the disco turned up! Combining dance and combat moves this workout is guaranteed to get you fit with a Friday night feeling.
Monday 18:00 – 18:45
Wednesday 19:35 – 20:20
SH’BAM
The ultimate fun and sociable way to exercise. Featuring chart-topping popular hits and simple but seriously hot dance movies, SH’BAM™ is the perfect way to shape up-even if you’re dance challenged.
Tuesday 17:45 – 18:30
Thursday 17:45 – 18:30
Strength & Conditioning Classes
These workouts will enable you to tone-up and strengthen your body, helping to develop your overall physique and health.
BODYPUMP
The original barbell class, will sculpt, tone and strengthen your entire body. Great music and your choice of weights inspire you to get the results you came for – and fast.
Monday 10:30 – 11:15
Tuesday 18:45 – 19:30
Thursday 19:30 – 20:15
Saturday 08:10 – 08:55
Legs, Bums & Tums
A complete body workout for new and experienced exercisers wishing to shape and tone those notoriously difficult areas.
Monday 18:00 – 18:45
Friday 09:15 – 10:00
Stability Ball
Define, tone and strengthen your entire body using the stability ball. A fun way to do strength exercises.
Wednesday 18:40 – 19:25
QUEENAX RIGFIT
Use your bodyweight and a range of equipment on our awesome Queenax rig in the gym. Pull, push and punch your way to fitness using monkey bars, dip bars, punch bags and more!
Tuesday 09:30 – 10:15
Tuesday 19:00 – 19:45
Wednesday 18:30 – 19:15
Specialised & Xpress Classes
Classes for particular goals or needs.
Young At Heart
A fun filled fitness workout for the body & mind aimed at the
more mature. Incorporating low-impact moves for the heart & lungs, together
with a variety of exercises to improve strength,flexibility, posture and balance.
Wednesday 11:30 – 12:15
Wellbeing
Classes that promote your health in body, mind and spirit, delivered by expert instructors.
Align & Define
A yoga-based fitness class that is choreographed to music. It’s a combination of yoga postures that flow from one to the next. Together these improve strength & flexibility and help improve your mental wellbeing.
Wednesday 10:30 – 11:15
Wednesday 19:15 – 19:15
Pilates
Strengthens the body in an even way, with particular emphasis on core strength to improve general fitness and wellbeing. A great way to improve muscular balance, strength and posture.
Monday 20:00 – 20:45
Tuesday 18:00 – 18:45
Hatha Yoga
This class focuses on holding poses, breathing & meditation techniques with the goal of bringing about a sound, healthy body and a clear, peaceful mind.
Thursday 18:35 – 19:20
Yoga Flow
Yoga poses are linked together with the breath in a flowing sequence. Together these improve strength & flexibility and help improve your mental wellbeing.
Thursday 9:30 – 10:15
Class Timetable


Reasons to choose group fitness at YMCA Plymouth
✓ Free Parking
✓ Experienced instructors
✓ Friendly, welcoming atmosphere
✓ Suitable for all fitness levels and beginners
✓ Membership supports charitable work in the community
Our Quality Standard
We’ve been delivering group fitness classes in Plymouth for over 30 years and ensure all our instructors hold relevant national body qualifications and are experienced in leading fitness classes. We’re proud of our ability to offer the best standard of group fitness in Plymouth at an affordable price.
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