Cardio and cycle classes
Cardio and cycle classes
Increase your aerobic capacity and endurance by challenging your cardiovascular system in a variety of studio and cycle classes.
Benefits of cardio and cycle fitness
Improve your aerobic fitness, power and heart health. Feel an increase in metabolic function, quality of life and athletic performance.
Push yourself further with the motivation of an instructor and the team spirt of working out as a group.
Fall registration dates
Due to repair closures and annual maintenance and cleaning, registration has been split into two waves. Facilities currently closed for repairs:
- Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre
- Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre
- Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre
- Wave 1 - Programs, classes and lessons begin in September.
- Wave 2 - Programs, classes and lessons begin in October but could change based on reopening dates.
- 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.)
- 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1)
- During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility
Types of cardio and cycle fitness classes
You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.
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Be introduced to spin-style exercises as well as off-bike training to increase your core strength and cardio in a beginner-friendly class.
Age: 13+
Prerequisite: None
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This workout class will include spin-style exercises as well as off-bike training to increase your core strength and cardio.
Age: 13+
Prerequisite: None
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Explore simulated roads throughout the world with drills that mimic the road ahead in this spin-style class.
Age: 13+
Prerequisite: None
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Learn the benefits of Nordic Pole Walking in this outdoor fitness class. An instructor will guide you through the correct technique. Nordic poles are provided.
Age: 18+
Prerequisite: None
About our fitness instructors
Certified, passionate, challenging and fun. Our skilled and motivating instructors focus on drills, intervals, and endurance sets to coax the most out of your training.
What are classes like?
Classes are typically forty-five minutes to one hour in length. Classes start with a progressive warm-up followed by conditiong activities. Conditioning combines athletic intervals and cardio drills using bikes or other equipment. Some classes may also include core conditioning. Classes wind down with stretching and a gradual cool-down period.
Each week builds on the success of the previous week to help you meet your fitness goals.
Come prepared
Please bring:
- A water bottle
- A small towel for sweat
- Clean, indoor athletic shoes that have not been worn outdoors
- For cycling you may wish to bring cycling shoes with SPD cleats (optional)
More fitness classes
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We have a variety of inspiring fitness classes to help you stay healthy and active in the water or in a studio.
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Incorporate intervals of high and low intensity training into your fitness regime that will help elevate you to your next goal.
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Work on building muscle, improving your strength and lifting correctly in our strength classes and small group training programs.
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Take a break from your busy life and dedicate some time for your wellness. Join us on the mat for a variety of Yoga and Pilates programs to connect your mind and body.