The Studios
As a Hogarth member you are invited to participate in as many studio classes as you wish. We have a full array of traditional and modern activities that have been tailored to suit all ages and all fitness levels.
Our studio classes are group based and instructor led. Participation is a great way of meeting other members whilst honing your individual skills in a particular activity.
With the addition of our brand new holistic studio, located on a new second floor, Pilates, Yoga and core stability classes can now take place in a dedicated, thermatically controlled environment ideal for classes of this type. Our existing studio now homes our choregraphed classes as well as BodyPump, Group Cycle Classes, Circuits and the like.
Studio Classes
50 / 50
A mix of aerobics and body conditioning exercises to give you a balanced workout.
Advanced Stretchworks
Specialised fitness programme using stretching and strenghtening exercises. This class is designed for the advanced stretchworks student. If you would like to attend please check with your instructor Alison to find out if this level is suitable for you.
Alexander Technique Course
habits that feel normal to us can directly cause back pain, neck and shoulder tension, breathing disorders, stress related illnesses, and general fatigue. This 4-6 weeks course will teach you how to make posture effortless and available throughout the day through self-help. A series of gentle movement will help you to ebcome more aware of rigidities and habitual posture that may cause pain and discomfort. All bookings made at reception (£28/4 weeks and £42/6 weeks). Please see Studio Notice Board for further details and exact dates.
Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga gradually leads the participant to rediscover his or her fullest potential on all levels of human consciousness - physical, psychological and spiritual. Through this practice of correct breathing (Ujjayi Pranayama), postures (asanas), and gazing point (driste), one gains control of the senses and a deeper awareness of self. Maintaining this discipline with regularity and devotion, one acquires steadiness of body and mind.
Body Conditioning
Dynamic aerobic warm-up followed by strength and endurance exercises that challenge the entire body using hand held weights & body bars.
Bodypump
Bodypump is a class using barbells and adjustable weights to tone and condition muscles while raising metabolic rate for rapid fat-burning. Inspirational music and a highly motivational instructor key components of a great class.
Box Circuit
Get ready to sweat!Designed to challenge all fitness levels, everyone is guaranteed an excellent cardio workout as well as developing strength.
Circuit
Circuit classes utilise a variety of floor exercises and weight training exercises to increase stamina and, strength and cardiovascular fitness. Let the isntructor take you on a different exercise journey each week! Participants can vary the intensity to suit their fitness levels and needs.
Core Conditioning
The basic principle behind Core Conditioning is to provide a healthier and functional approach to stomach exercises. This is accomplished through the developement of strength-absed exercises, which allow us to functionally integrate the body as a whole entity.
Danceworks
Danceworks incorporates elements of both Jazz and Ballet. Your teacher Alsion has fused them together with fantastic results. Alsion encourages all who have inner desire to dance, to take part in this class. No one will be made to feel inadequate (regardless of ability) as she truly admires those who at least try.
Fit Ball Training
Exercise ball, Fit ball or Swiss ball - you will find different names however, they all do the same: working your body. This class is an ideal way to your body a makeover, to improve your strenght and flexibility, as well as correcting a slouching posture. Apart from the Fit ball you will find every other piece of equipment used to make that class fun and variable for each level.
H20
Water aerobics combines the buoyancy and resistance of the water to build muscle, improve flexibility and stamina without any stress on your joints.
Hatha Yoga
A traditional 'Hatha' Yoga class is designed to increase mental and physical awarness. Through a variety of poses and gentle stretching exercises, with an emphasis on controlled breathing, Yoga will assist in balancing and conditioning the body. Yoga has proven a very effective way to blend exercise with relaxation techniques.
Hi/Lo
A cardiovascular training programme that combines hi and lo intensity aerobics. A rapid calorie burner that delivers fast improvement in general endurance and an increase in overall body strength.
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This ever popular class is designed to tone and shape the muscle of the bottom, abdominal and thigh area. A variety of standing and floor-based exercises make this class both enjoyable and effective.
Pilates
Pilates represents a unique approach to exercise that develops body awareness, improving and changing the body's postural and alignment habits and increasing flexibility and ease of movement.
Pilates Course
For full benefit of the method, we offer you this 6 weeks course where you'll learn to flow from one movement to the next, building stamina and fitness. After you have completed this course feel free to join our Pilates classes offered on regular basis. Just be aware of the level quoted. All bookings made at reception (£36 for 6 weeks). Please see Studio Notice Board for further details such as dates of course.
Pre/Post Natal
Physical activity plays a very important part of a woman's overall health and well-being, even more so when she is pregnant or if she has just given birth. These classes are designs especially for pre & post natal woman and are highly beneficial for mother and baby. Qualified fitness professionals specifically teach these programmes. Guidelines suggest to leave any exericse 6 weeks after a normal birth and 10 - 12 weeks after a C-Section. Babies and car seats are welcome.
Sivananda Yoga
A Hindu discipline aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquillity. A system of exercises practiced as part of this discipline to promote control of the body and mind.
Spinning
For the cycling enthusiast and for those looking to improve cardiovascular fitness. The class consists of basic athletic and rhythmic drills with great music to motivate and encourage you. You will use speed and resistance to give a realistic and challenging workout. The ultimate calorie burner!
Step
A challenging workout to pre-choreographed routines based around the use of a low bench/step. Particularly working the legs but also enhances coordination skills.
Stretchworks
Specialised fitness programme using stretching and strenghtening exercises that are adapted to individual needs and ability.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi teaches you the awareness of one's own balance and what affects it, awareness of the same in others, and appreciation of the practical value in one's ability to moderate extremes of behaviour and attitude at both mental and physical levels. Chinese system of physical exercises designed especially for self-defence and meditation.
Tae Bo
Tae Bo is an aerobic class with non-contact martial art twist. With the music pumping you'll be learning to punch, roundhouse kick, duck & dive with one of Europe best Tae Bo Instructors!
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