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Classes to suit you

We offer a broad mix of fitness classes to appeal to all. Our fun and friendly classes are run as mixed ability and you can work at your own pace to get the workout you want at a level that meets your needs.

Term time exercise class timetable

The term time exercise class timetable for Purbeck Sports Centre from Monday 31 August to Sunday 25 October 2026.

Pilates courses

We offer Pilates courses at beginners, improvers and advanced levels. These courses need to be booked in advance.

Yoga courses

Find out about the different types of yoga courses we run. These courses need to be booked in advance.

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Strength and conditioning

Find out more about strength and conditioning classes.

Classic Circuits

Circuit training is a form of body conditioning that involves endurance training, resistance training, high-intensity aerobics, and exercises performed in a circuit, like high-intensity interval training (HIIT). It targets strength building and muscular endurance. But with circuits you move between stations.

Pump it up!

A fast paced, barbell based workout designed to help you get lean, toned, and fit. Using energising music and scientifically structured exercises, the class targets all major muscle groups to build strength and endurance, guaranteeing a challenging, full body session that leaves you feeling accomplished and energised.

Total Body Burn

A high energy workout designed to challenge your whole body through a combination of strength, cardio, and endurance based exercises. Using interval training methods similar to HIIT, the class pushes you to work at high intensity with short recovery periods to maximise calorie burn, improve fitness, and build overall strength. It’s a dynamic, full body session that leaves you feeling powerful and accomplished.

Barbell HIIT

A high intensity interval training class that combines fast paced barbell exercises with short rest periods to boost strength, power, and cardiovascular fitness. It delivers a full body workout that burns calories efficiently while building muscle and improving endurance.

Build ‘n’ Burn

A high energy workout that combines strength training with bursts of cardio to deliver an intense, full body session. Designed to build muscle and boost endurance while maximising calorie burn, the class uses interval style training to keep your heart rate elevated and your body challenged. It’s an effective, fast paced workout that leaves you feeling strong, energised, and accomplished.

LBT

A low impact, muscle toning class focused on strengthening and shaping the lower body and core. Through a mix of targeted exercises like squats, lunges, and abdominal work, the session helps improve endurance, stability, and overall conditioning. It’s an accessible, effective workout suitable for all fitness levels, perfect for anyone looking to tone key areas and boost confidence.

Bootcamp

A high energy, full body workout that combines strength training, cardio, and functional movements to build fitness fast. Designed for all levels, the class uses a mix of intervals, drills, and dynamic exercises to improve strength, stamina, and overall conditioning. It’s a fast paced, motivating session that challenges you while keeping the atmosphere fun and supportive.

Functional HIIT

A fast paced functional training session that combines strength, balance, and core focused exercises with high intensity intervals. Using equipment such as free weights, kettlebells, and bodyweight movements, the class delivers an efficient full body workout designed to build strength, improve stability, and boost cardiovascular fitness all in just 30 minutes. Suitable for all levels, it’s a quick, effective way to enhance overall functional fitness.

Tone and Balance

A mixed intensity class that blends cardio, strength, and core training to help improve overall fitness. Incorporating exercises like lunges, squats, and functional movements, the session is designed to burn calories, build strength, and enhance stability. With plenty of options to suit all fitness levels, it’s a supportive and effective way to boost both tone and balance.

Pop Pump

A high-energy, full body strength workout set to upbeat 80s, 90s, 00s pop hits, combining barbell-based exercises with motivating music to keep you moving. Build muscle, tone your body, and boost endurance in a fun, rhythm-driven class suitable for all fitness levels.

Body Conditioning

A total-body workout designed to build strength, improve endurance, and boost overall fitness. This class combines cardio intervals with resistance exercises using bodyweight and equipment, making it suitable for all fitness levels.

Cardio and high energy training

Find out more about cardio and high‑energy classes.

HIIT Circuits

A fast paced, high intensity workout that combines circuit style strength and cardio exercises. You’ll move quickly between stations, pushing your limits with short bursts of effort and brief recovery periods. It’s an energising, full body session designed to boost fitness, burn calories, and build strength. Suitable for all levels with options to scale the intensity.

Step and Aerobics

A classic high energy cardio workout that involves stepping up and down on a raised platform while performing rhythmic movements to music. The class combines aerobic conditioning with elements of strength training, delivering an effective, full body session that boosts fitness, coordination, and endurance. It’s a guaranteed heart raiser and great for anyone looking for an upbeat, calorie burning workout.

Spinning

Spinning is a low impact indoor cycling workout performed on a stationary bike, offering an effective cardiovascular session that’s gentle on the joints. It delivers an intensity similar to running, helping to improve endurance and burn calories. New participants are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes early so the instructor can help set up the bike for a safe and comfortable ride.

Retro Remix

An upbeat, feel good fitness class inspired by classic 80s and 90s aerobics. Set to nostalgic throwback tunes, the session blends simple, high energy dance moves with aerobic conditioning to boost cardio fitness, coordination, and overall mood. It’s fun, accessible, and perfect for anyone who loves a lively, retro themed workout.

Dancercise

An upbeat, dance based fitness class that blends simple choreography with continuous movement to raise your heart rate and boost overall fitness. Using fun, rhythmic routines, the class helps improve coordination, stamina and confidence while keeping the workout enjoyable and accessible for all levels.

Strictly Fit

Love dance, fitness and having fun? You’ll love strictly fit! Cha cha, samba, jive, quickstep, Charleston and so much more! Strictly fit is a partner free dance fitness class using popular dances from the world of ballroom and Latin America. No previous dance experience required. Thrown on your trainers and get ready to boogie yourself fit!

Low impact and gentle exercise

Find out more about low impact and gentle exercise classes.

Nice ’n’ Easy Circuits

A gentle, low intensity circuit style class designed to get the body moving without pressure or impact. It focuses on simple, accessible exercises performed for short intervals, making it suitable for all fitness levels. The class promotes mobility, light strength work, and confidence in movement. Perfect for anyone looking to stay active in a supportive, easy going environment.

Nice and Easy Stretch

A gentle, low intensity class focused on improving flexibility, mobility, and overall wellbeing through simple, accessible stretching exercises. Using a mix of static and dynamic stretches, the session helps reduce muscle tension, ease aches, and support recovery all in a calm, supportive environment suitable for every fitness level.

Stretch, Balance and Core

This is a low intensity exercise class, that focuses on physical recovery, as well a mental wellbeing. The class will utilise different stretches to aid flexibility from static stretches to dynamic ones. This will help to reduce soreness and aching as well as increase flexibility and reduce the chances for injury to help you move and feel better.

CoreFlowBalance

A focused, low impact workout designed to strengthen your core, improve stability, and enhance full body control. Through slow, controlled movements and balance challenging exercises, the class helps build strength, improve posture, and increase mobility, leaving you feeling centred, powerful, and energised.

Flex and Flow

A low impact, high intensity fitness session that combines muscle sculpting and flexibility. Featuring dynamic, flowing sequences that build and tone muscles while burning calories will incorporating cardio and strength training to music. The session will help to improve posture and core strength without putting excessive stress on your joints.

Aqua Aerobics

Aqua Aerobics is a low impact exercise class performed in the water, designed to improve cardiovascular fitness by raising your heart rate and boosting your breathing while reducing strain on the joints. It’s an ideal option for anyone seeking gentle, supportive movement that still delivers an effective workout.

Chair Fit

Chair Fit is a fun and uplifting workout from the comfort of a chair. This low-impact class combines simple dance moves with music to improve mobility, coordination, strength, and wellbeing, making it suitable for all fitness levels.

Yoga and pilates

Find out more about yoga and pilates classes.

Gentle Hatha Yoga

A calm, slow paced class that focuses on simple poses, mindful movement, and deep breathing. Designed to improve flexibility, balance, and relaxation. It offers a supportive environment suitable for all levels, especially beginners or anyone seeking a gentle, restorative practice. It helps reduce stress, increase body awareness, and leave you feeling grounded and refreshed.

Yoga Flow

A smooth, dynamic style of yoga that links movement with breath, guiding you through a series of flowing postures that build strength, flexibility, and balance. The class creates a mindful, energising rhythm that helps improve body awareness while offering options for all levels, leaving you feeling grounded, refreshed, and fully re energised.

Beginners Pilates

A gentle, accessible pilates class designed to introduce the fundamentals of core strength, posture, and controlled movement. Focusing on simple, effective exercises, the session helps improve stability, alignment, and overall body awareness. Perfect for those new to Pilates or anyone looking to build a strong foundation in a supportive, beginner friendly environment.

Intermediate Pilates

A dynamic pilates session that builds on core fundamentals with more challenging exercises and controlled, precise movements. Designed to improve strength, stability, posture, and coordination, the class introduces increased intensity and flow while still offering clear guidance and technique support. Ideal for those confident with the basics and ready to progress their practice in a focused, motivating environment. Participants must have previous pilates experience.

Exercise class charges

Gold card holder: no charge
Gold card holder pilates and yoga: £3.60 per class
Diamond card holder: £6.80 per class
Non member: £7.90 per class