Your Guide to Group Fitness at Western Racquet & Fitness Club
If you’ve ever peeked into a group fitness class at Western mid-session and gotten FOMO, we don’t blame you. At Western, group fitness is more than just a workout. It’s music that gets you moving, instructors who cheer you on, and a community full of people who are smiling, sweating, and showing up together.
With over 50 classes on our regular schedule (plus pop-ups, Premier Classes, and special events), there’s something for everyone, whether you're a lifelong gym lover or just figuring out what a “burpee” is.
Not sure where to start? Don’t worry. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from why group fitness is so popular here to how to find your perfect class. Let’s find your new favorite workout!
Why try group fitness?
The Community Vibe
There’s just something special about sweating it out alongside others. At Western, our group fitness community is thriving, welcoming, and full of good vibes. You’ll meet people who cheer you on, share your goals, and maybe even become your new workout buddies. (Warning: side effects may include high-fives and inside jokes.)
The Variety
Yoga? Cycle? TRX? Barre? We’ve got it. No matter what your fitness goals are—strength, endurance, flexibility, or just moving your body more—there’s a class to match. The wide range of classes also allows you to step outside of your comfort zone and try something new!
The Workout That Works for You
Total beginner? Seasoned lifter? Somewhere in between? Our classes are built for every level. If you're here to build strength, boost endurance, find your zen, or just dance it out on a Tuesday, there’s a class (and a killer playlist) waiting for you. Instructors offer modifications and suggestions so you can make each workout your own.
Acountability + Motivation = Success
It’s a lot harder to ghost your workout when your favorite instructor is expecting you and your workout buddy is saving your spot on the floor. Group fitness helps you stay on track, push a little harder, and have fun while you’re doing it
Group Fitness at Western Racquet
Where do classes happen?
We’ve got five awesome spaces for our classes:
Multi-Purpose Room
Studio 1
TRX Studio
Cycle Studio
Strength Studio
You can find the location of each class by checking the online fitness schedule or stopping by the front desk. We’re happy to help point you in the right direction!
Do I need to sign up ahead of time?
For most classes, no sign-up is required! Just come on in and find your spot.
But for a few popular or space-limited classes, here’s what you should know:
Cycle & Barre: Sign up at the front desk up to 30 minutes before class starts.
Premier Classes: These small group training classes do require sign-up through the Western app (more on those below!).
What’s a Premier Class?
Premier Classes are next-level group fitness experiences designed for smaller groups, with more personalized attention from your instructor and the use of specialized equipment.
Our Premier lineup includes:
Heavy Bag Burnout
TRX
Pilates Human Reformer
Rowing
That’s a Stretch
Each class is just $12 for members, or you can grab a 5-, 10-, or 20-class pack and save. Bonus: class packs never expire, so you can go at your own pace.
What classes do you offer?
Short answer: a lot. Long answer: keep reading.
Whether you're into heavy-hitting boxing, slow-flowing yoga, high-energy dance, or low-impact strength work, there's a group fitness class at Western Racquet with your name on it. We offer over 50 weekly classes across a wide range of styles, intensities, and vibes. It’s kind of like a fitness buffet: try a little of everything, then come back for seconds of your favorites.
Band Camp
Get ready to feel the (resistance) burn. This 45-minute full-body workout uses resistance bands (plus some surprise equipment) to strengthen, stretch, and stabilize.
Barre
Think ballet-meets-pilates-meets-yoga. Low-impact but seriously effective, Barre tones your muscles and builds functional strength, all while making you feel just a little bit like a dancer.
Boxing S’HIIT
Hard-hitting boxing combos and HIIT (high-intensity intervals) combined with strength exercises will help you sweat out every last drop of stress.
Breathwork & Meditation
Breathe in. Breathe out. Tap into the power of your breath to reduce stress, boost energy, and support overall mental and physical wellness.
Cardio Kickboxing
Punch, kick, and combo your way through this music-fueled cardio class. You’ll build the moves one combo at a time until you're floating like a butterfly and sweating like crazy.
Core S’HIIT
Get ready to feel the fire in your core. This class fuses core-focused strength moves with bursts of cardio HIIT. You’ll feel it tomorrow (in a good way).
Cycle
Experience the lights and sounds of our state-of-the-art cycling studio on a Schwinn Bike with a console that helps track your power, RPM, and resistance.
Cycling S’HIIT
This hybrid class blends cardio intervals on the bike with strength training off it for a full-body challenge.
Dance Fitness
Turn up the music and let loose! From Latin beats to hip hop jams, you’ll be burning calories without even realizing it.
Friday Fling
It’s a mystery every week! Our instructors choose the format—could be something from the schedule, could be something totally new. It’s like a grab bag of fitness fun. (Runs September through May, then takes a break during the summer.)
Full Body Blast
Short on time? This high-energy, full-body circuit packs a powerful punch in just 30 minutes.
Gentle Strength & Balance
Perfect for active older adults, this class focuses on improving functional strength and stability with a supportive approach.
Gentle Chair Yoga
Highly instructional, this class will teach you how to use chairs, other props, modified poses, and slower flow to get the benefits of yoga at any experience level.
Heavy Bag Burnout
This boxing-inspired class uses heavy bags, speed bags, and strength training tools for a high-intensity, full-body workout.
In a Minute
You can do anything for a minute! This class focuses on building your strength and endurance - 60 seconds at a time.
Pilates Human Reformer
This mat-based class mimics traditional reformer Pilates using specialized props like bands, bars, and rings to help you improve core strength, posture, and alignment.
Pumped Up Strength
Say goodbye to boring reps. This signature strength class uses combo moves and fresh patterns to help you build muscle, fire up your metabolism, and bust through plateaus.
Rowing
Low-impact, high-reward. Row to the rhythm of water resistance while building strength and cardio endurance.
Rowing S’HIIT
This fusion class has you on and off the rower, going from cardio intervals and drills to strength training using a variety of equipment.
Shred
High intensity intervals, plyometrics, creative strength moves, and more. It’s different every time, but always leaves you feeling strong.
Step S’HIIT
A cardio HIIT and strength workout utilizing the bench and other equipment. You will perform power and athletic moves on and off the step.
Strength
Classic, full-body strength training using a variety of equipment. Great for all fitness levels—just pick your weights and go.
Strong Nation
HIIT + synced music = a whole new kind of intensity. Punch, kick, and move in time with the beat.
Sunday Snippet
Try something new each month! This rotating class features a different style, special theme, new class, or instructor specialty. (Runs September-May and takes a break during the summer.)
That’s a Stretch
Stretch it out with foam rolling, dynamic movement, and even a bit of assisted stretching, all led by a certified personal trainer.
Total Body Strength
Want to master the basics of the weight room? This class helps you perfect your form in foundational lifts like squats and deadlifts, while still delivering a solid full-body strength session.
Tread & Shred
Cardio meets strength in this treadmill + resistance training fusion. One minute you're sprinting, the next you're deadlifting. It’s a full-body burner.
TRX
Use suspension straps and your own bodyweight to build strength, balance, and flexibility in this dynamic, low-impact workout.
Yoga
Flow, stretch, breathe. Our certified instructors guide you through a practice that balances movement with mindfulness. All levels welcome.
Yoga Sculpt
Add light weights and dynamic movement to your yoga flow for a sculpting session that challenges both body and mind.
And Don’t Forget the Pop-Ups & Special Events!
Want to try something totally new? Keep an eye out for our themed pop-up classes and special events throughout the year, like Biker Chicks, Explicit Ride (uncensored playlists for the win), and our upcoming Joyful Movement Day with fun formats like Musical Theater Jazz, Family Recess, Primal Movement, and Yoga + Sound Healing.
Ready to find your new favorite class?
So what are you waiting for? Explore the full schedule, pick a class that piques your interest, and come see what all the buzz is about.
Check out our full group fitness schedule and get ready to move, sweat, and smile. We can’t wait to see you in class!
