The summer holidays are approaching, which means it is a popular time of the year to shed a couple of pounds to get ready to hit the beach. Fitness in Birmingham is a crowded market, with a number of gyms offering something different in order to stand out.
One of the best ways to have an enjoyable experience losing weight is by attending a bootcamp or other outdoor fitness classes, but what are some of the best around Birmingham?
Fit Brummie Bootcamp
For some women exercising in mixed classes can be a bit daunting, which means that one of the standout selections available in the city is Fit Brummie Bootcamp. This class is a women-only class, and takes place in Queens Park, Harborne. It is an excellent way to get into shape, with each class different to ensure that it is as testing on your body, as it is enjoyable.
All classes last for 45 minutes, and take place throughout the week. There are classes between 6 am and 6:45 am Monday to Friday, with later classes at 6:15 pm between Monday and Thursday. Those that are busy during the week can also find a class on Saturday, which runs between 9 am and 9:45 am.
Queens Park, Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9AH
Motivate Bootcamp
An alternative female-only bootcamp available in the second city comes from Motivate Bootcamp. Unlike Fit Brummie Bootcamp, Motivate offers a weekend retreat for women to build their fitness in a safe location. It was established in 2013, and have proven to be massively successful for women of all ages.
The retreat lasts for a weekend and costs £149 per person. Included in the price is the bootcamp, as well as facilities to take advantage of, including a swimming pool, steam room and a fantastic restaurant. As well as the excellent services available, the price also includes the overnight stay.
Workoutz Fitness Club
I couldn’t do a list a bootcamps and classes without including my personal preference. Every Wednesday I personally attend the bootcamp at Workoutz, which takes place at Earls High School in Halesowen. Nocky puts everybody through their paces throughout the 45-minute class, with a mixture of muscles targeted every week. Stations include cardio, abs workouts, and leg exercises.
It is one of the most enjoyable classes in the area, with a real team camaraderie helping everyone involved to get through and not give up even when the body is beginning to ache. The class takes place at 6:30 PM every Wednesday, but further classes are available by a dedicated team of professionals, including Tabata, Legs, Bums and Tums and Spin.
Unit 1 Borough Court, Grammar School Ln, Halesowen B63 3SW
Battle Bootcamp
Battle Bootcamp is located in Sutton Coldfield, and offers a number of excellent outdoor classes throughout the year. All classes are open to male and female members, and it costs £25 a month to sign-up. It is a perfect location for members that work across the country, with locations in Leeds and London as well as Birmingham. The classes are military led, but there is a real sense of family, with teamwork essential throughout the classes.
All fitness levels are accounted for at Battle Bootcamp, which means that you won’t stand out like a sore thumb if it is your first class. There is a real dedication from the professionals that lead the classes, and will only be too happy to help should you have any questions regarding diet or how to get into the shape that you wish to.
Pype Hayes Park, Sutton Coldfield, B24 0HJ
Fit Camp UK
One of the best all-round fitness locations in Birmingham can be found with Fit Camp UK. The experts here have a proven track record of helping customers reach their fitness targets, and there are a number of different options available. Customers can take part in Small Group Personal Training classes, or personal training and one-to-one coaching. David Hughes is the founder of Fit Camp UK, and has over 20 years of experience in the field.
One of the most popular classes available at the location is the Large Group PT/Bootcamp. This takes place at Tamworth Cricket Club on Wednesday and Saturday. Classes last for 60 minutes, and include body weight, boxercise sessions, and kick boxercise among others. It only costs a moderate £10 to get involved per session.
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Sutton Coldfield B75 6NA
