If you're looking to get fit but tired of the old gym experience, then read our round-up of the more interesting health and fitness activities to get involved with. Liven up your workout game with these quirky London exercise classes, from glittery yoga sessions to morning raves and raucous running groups. Whatever your workout of choice, there's loads of cool and alternative ways to improve mind, body and soul health.
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Last updated on 23rd April 2025
Trying to find a way to get fit in the city? Then Ride Republic is the workout for you. Make your way to the Fulham venue, where you'll be taken into a club-like setting with dark lights for a 45-minute spin class. Better yet, you'll race one another to achieve the highest score.
@ The Tabernacle on Various dates from Saturday 3rd May 2025
Soul Print at The Tabernacle offers a truly unique and immersive artistic experience, inviting you to break free from the conventional and explore your creative side in an energetic and fun way. On this unforgettable journey, movement and art come together, creating a vibrant tapestry of self-expression. Set to tribal electronic music, you'll be encouraged to dance and create on massive 11 by 3-meter canvases, using your body as the brush.
Upon arrival, you'll be asked to change into clothes that can become part of your masterpiece. After a warm-up and some themed canvases to get into the rhythm, you'll have the chance to freestyle on the final canvas, letting your creativity flow. The best part? At the end of the event, you can take home a piece of your artwork to remember the experience.
Searching for fun ways to get fit? Enjoy panoramic views of the city while surrounded by luscious greenery. You'll get to experience a 1-hour yoga, pilates, or meditation session in Sky Garden, one of London's most iconic spots.
@ National Centre of Circus Arts on Saturday 3rd May and Saturday 21st June 2025
Ever dreamed of swinging through the air or balancing like a pro? At the National Centre for Circus Arts, you can do just that. Their Circus Experience afternoons invite you to climb aerial silks, walk the tightwire, try static trapeze, and even master acrobatics - all under the guidance of world-class instructors.
Whether you come solo, as a couple, or with friends, this is your chance to run away with the circus - if only for an afternoon. Grab your tickets now from £45 per person.
@ Coyote Ugly Piccadilly on Saturday 3rd May 2025 and 4 other Saturdays
Step into the spotlight and unleash your inner Coyote with the Coyote For the Night Dance Lesson at Coyote Ugly Piccadilly. This exclusive experience kicks off with a refreshing mimosa reception, setting the stage for an hour-long, high-energy dance class led by the world-famous Coyotes themselves.
No prior dance experience is required - just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to groove. After mastering some sizzling moves, keep the party going by adding a bottomless brunch to your ticket. Indulge in unlimited bubbles, pints, and pizza, all while learning a line dance with the Coyotes.
When it comes to fun fitness classes in London, dance is the way forward. Ditch the treadmill and forget about those classes that drag on and get involved in this flash mob session where you can learn a routine to your chosen music wherever you fancy.
art'otel London Battersea Power Station is a vibrant hub for art lovers, culture enthusiasts, and those looking for a unique experience and to get fit in the process.
The hotel offers an exciting range of events, from rooftop yoga with stunning views of the Battersea Power Station chimneys to rejuvenating aqua aerobics in the heated pool.
@ The Bedford on Thursday 5th June 2025 and 5 other Thursdays
Make your way to The Bedford in Balham for a fantastic pop-up ceilidh, hosted by Fiddle Paradiddle. These guys are promising a live band, which you'll dance to in a number of traditional and modern ceilidh dances.
The pub will be open before and after the event, promising all kinds of tasty food and drink. Plus, this gives you the chance to meet new people while dancing.
Fronting over 100 different climbing routes and one-on-one tutorials, Substation Brixton is the ideal place to get your fitness fix. If that wasn't enough, the venue has a treatment room, a cafe and a fitness studio - fab for weekend workouts.
