I have been meaning to write this post for a while now! After a year’s worth of Clubbercise classes, I am no longer a newbie and have secured my place in the mid-way crew.
I’m happy with that as I once had a spot on the front row and the pressure is intense – I don’t think I have ever sweated so much!
I’m here to tell you about what to expect from a Clubbercise class and answer any niggling questions you may have before you join.
My suggestion – don’t worry about the finer points, just get down to your local class and enjoy yourself!
If you don’t know or cannot follow the moves, then no-one cares, you just bust your own moves and have fun, that’s what these fitness classes are all about!
What Form of Exercise is Clubbercise?
Clubbercise is a unique fusion of dance and fitness, set in a darkened room with disco lights and an awesome clubby soundtrack. It really does give the impression of being in a nightclub with your friends!
After a simple warm-up routine, the class then properly kicks off by combining dance fitness with toning and combat moves, all to recent dance anthems and 90’s classics.
We all particularly love the 90’s club classics, though my favourite tune and routine is “From Paris to Berlin” by Infernal, it always gets me pumped up!
Clubbers then follow easy-to-follow dance fitness routines, using flashing Clubbercise glow sticks (£5-6 a pair) to enhance the nightclub atmosphere.
What to Expect in a Clubbercise Class
Attending Clubbercise classes is like stepping into a nightclub, but with a unique fitness twist. Unless your class is actually in a nightclub, like our Tuesday class!
The darkened room (mostly your local sports hall) with disco lights sets the scene and the set of flashing glow sticks adds to the vibe.
The workout includes a mix of high-energy dance routines and low-impact options, ensuring a comprehensive fitness regime. You’ll sweat buckets dancing to your favourite tracks and have the best time.
We always feel awesome when we have finished a class and always remark that we could do it again, right there and then.
You will make lots of new friends and chat with everyone therem so it’s a great way to meet new friends;
Generally, it is the same people who attend each week, though it’s always nice to see a new face for their first class.
The fun isn’t restricted to classes only, as group nights out happen often. Find out what we got up to when we all headed to a local Bingo That’s Bonkers night!
Tips for Beginners
- What to Bring: Wear comfortable workout clothes and good trainers. Don’t forget your water bottle (or two)!
- What to Expect: The first class might feel a bit overwhelming, but don’t worry. Follow the front row and enjoy the music.
- Getting the Most Out of It: Relax, have fun and don’t stress about getting every move right. The more classes you attend, the easier it becomes.
Health and Safety Tips
- Stay Hydrated: Drink water before, during and after the class. I highly recommend taking 2 bottles of water with you.
- Warm Up Properly: Follow the simple warm up routine to prepare your body for the workout and always do the cool-down at the end.
- Listen to Your Body: If something feels too intense, switch to the low impact options, take a short break or bust your own moves!
Is Clubbercise Good for Weight Loss?
Oh yes, Clubbercise is great for weight loss! As long as you don’t eat a bag of Maltesers when you get home!
A typical session of an hour burns around 600 calories, making it an effective workout for shedding pounds.
The combination of high-energy dance routines and plyometric moves ensures you get a fun full-body workout that contributes to overall fitness and weight loss.
My smartwatch tells me I move around 5,000-6,000 steps in an hour’s class and lose around 500 calories.
In the summer, when the sports hall we use on a Wednesday night is a tad warmer, then I expect the calorie loss to be higher.
Is Clubbercise Hard?
Clubbercise classes are designed to be inclusive and offer both high and low-impact options to suit different fitness levels and ages (from 14 years and above).
Whether you’re a fitness freak or a beginner, you can enjoy the music and follow the routines at your own pace.
The warm-up routine helps you get started and the dance moves are easy to pick up. Always keep your eye on the front row as they seem to know what they are doing and face the right direction as you!
You will quickly get to learn the routines and be able to follow along easily. I can now dance the Berlin routine with my eyes closed, though the class instructor does throw new routines in often, so keep your eyes to the front!
What do you wear to a Clubbercise Fitness Class?
You can wear whatever you want, just so long as you have a good pair of trainers to jump around in! Most people who have been going to our classes for a while wear neon-colored leggings and tops from Tikiboo.
Some, like me, just wear a gym top and leggings and accessorise with neon headbands and bobbles.
The classes are in darkened rooms, no one bats an eyelid at what you are wearing or what you are doing.
Essentially, wear whatever you feel comfortable in, so long as it can take the strain of squats!
Can Men Do Clubbercise?
Absolutely! Clubbercise is for everyone, regardless of gender. The classes are friendly and welcoming, encouraging participants to have fun while working up a sweat.
Men can enjoy the same fitness benefits and fun atmosphere as anyone else. We had a lovely guy who attended with us and quickly became part of our crew.
Sadly, life gets in the way, and a Clubbercise class may fall on the wrong evening.
The great thing about the classes is that you are not tied in, if you can attend one week but not the next, it is no bother. I prefer a pay-as-you-go exercise class as it takes the strain off scheduling!
Wrapping Up
I absolutely love my weekly classes and always look forward to them as I know I will feel great afterward. If the thought of a gym workout doesn’t float your boat, then I’d highly recommend looking into your local group!
For those who are interested in joining, you can check out the official Clubbercise Facebook page or visit their website to find a class near you.
- Get your glow on: Get in the clubby mood by adding neon gel nail designs to complement your workout gear!
Take the plunge and join a Clubbercise class today and experience the workout with a banging soundtrack that gets great results – you won’t regret it!
Loads of fun
I’ve never heard of this activity but it’s really appealing!
I love hearing about your Clubbercise evenings! Great tips for making sure you get the most fun out of exercise!
We always have so much fun, Clubbercise classes are an awesome way to get fit and have fun with your friends. The music is fantastic and sometimes a little nostalgic to younger clubbing days and an hour flies by without you realising you have been working out! 🙂