The end of the year has rolled around. If you are looking to indulge in holiday treats, squeeze in a couple more workouts into the week. You can then chow down on Christmas ham, turkey and log cake guilt-free!
We compiled an extensive list of free fitness classes you can participate with your girlfriends.
Be greeted by the lush greenery in Bishan park as you stretch your tense muscles with this easy to follow trial yoga class by Akash Yoga.
Date: 1 December
Event Time: 8.30am to 9.30am
Address: Pavillion at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, S(569932)
Register here
Activewear label Yumi Active is celebrating its launch with complimentary aromatherapy yoga, Muay Thai, and HIIT classes.
2.00pm to 3.00pm – Aromatherapy Yoga for body toning
3.15pm to 4.15pm – Aromatherapy power Yoga Vinyasa flow
4.30pm to 5.30pm – Muay Thai
5.45pm to 6.15pm – HIIT
Date: 1 December
Event Time: 2.00pm to 7.00pm, event schedule here
Address: Yumi Active Studio, Level 2, 364 Joo Chiat Road, S(427609)
Register here
Enjoy the sights of nature while making friends on a morning stroll. Look out for birds like the Oriental Magpie-robin and Black-naped Oriole which are frequently spotted at the reserve.
Date: 1 December
Event Time: 8.00am to 11.00am
Address: Labrador Nature Reserve, Labrador Villa Road, S(119187)
Register here
Freedom Yoga has teamed up with Lululemon to celebrate opening a third studio at Amoy Street. There are three curated classes with emphasis on rhythm and music you and your girlfriends can participate in.
11.30am to 12.30pm – Hip Hop Yoga
2.00pm to 3.00pm – Freedom Blaze (combines traditional yoga postures and HIIT)
4.00pm to 5.00pm – SoulFlow (Vinyasa based class to the beat of music)
Date: 8 December
Event Time: 11.30am to 5.00pm, full schedule here
Address: 79 Duxton Road, S(089538)
Register here
Start your weekend right by allowing yourself to be guided through a series of mindfulness exercises, as the morning sun breaks across Gardens By The Bay. The activity is designed to put you in a calm state so you can regain clarity in life.
Bring along water bottle, cap or hat, and a yoga mat. You are recommended to pack light.
Date: 8 December
Event Time: 7.30am to 9.30am, assemble in front of SuperTree Dining, beneath the OCBC Skyway
Address: Gardens By The Bay, 18 Marina Gardens, S(018953)
Register here
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Punggol Waterway Park as you spend Sunday morning following a yoga routine designed for all ages.
Bring your own mat, blocks, towel and water bottle. Mat spray and insect repellent will be available. Note that class will be cancelled if there is bad weather.
Date: 9 December
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.00am, meet in front of Bikes@Waterway, behind SAFRA Punggol
Address: Punggol Waterway Park, Sentul Crescent, S(821313)
Register here
Head down to the park on a Sunday morning for a yoga session with your family. Check out the adorable dogs at the dog run after, or have breakfast at the various eateries in Bishan Park to reward yourself.
Date: 9 December
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.00am
Address: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (River Plains), 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, S(569932)
Register here
Awake to the sounds of nature with stretches and learn body-scan mindfulness—an evidence-based practice that reduces stress and aids in pain management.
Bring a water bottle and a yoga mat or towel along.
Date: 16 December
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.30am
Address: Singapore Botanic Gardens, Eco Lake Lawn, Eco Garden Way, S(257494)
Register here
Get into the holiday spirit and put on Santa hats, reindeer horns, and red noses while sweating it out at Torture Camp. The workout promises to be tough with “at least 1,000 reps of highly intense body weight exercises”, but you’re encouraged to stop if you feel unwell.
Date: 20 December
Event Time: 6.45pm to 8.15pm
Address: Toa Payoh Stadium, 291 Lor 6 Toa Payoh, S(319389)
Register here
Experience Virgin Active’s innovative classes at various locations around the city.
Date: 4, 11 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Urban Park, Tanjong Pagar Centre, 1 Wallich St, S(078881)
Register here
Date: 5, 12 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Open Plaza of Duo Galleria, 7 Fraser St, S(189356)
Register here
Date: 4, 11 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Outdoors, The Heart at Marina One, 7 Straits View, S(018936)
Register here
Date: 7, 12 December
Event Time: 5.30pm to 6.15pm
Address: Outdoors, The Heart at Marina One, 7 Straits View, S(018936)
Register here
Date: 8, 15 December
Event Time: 8.15am to 9.15am
Address: Open Plaza of Duo Galleria, 7 Fraser St, S(189356)
Register here
Date: 8, 15 December
Event Time: 10.30am to 11.30am
Address: Urban Park, Tanjong Pagar Centre, 1 Wallich St, S(078881)
Register here
Date: 10 December
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: Virgin Active Raffles Place, Tower 2, 1 Raffles Place, S(048616)
Register here
If you lack motivation to go running, participate in 5km to 8km group runs organised by the New Balance Run Club. Run with a coach or join others for a free and easy pace.
Date: 4, 11, 18 December
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Suntec City New Balance store, 3 Temasek Boulevard, S(038983)
Register here
Date: 5, 12, 19, 26 December
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Velocity @ Novena Square New Balance store, 238 Thomson Road, S(307683)
Register here
Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 December
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Kallang Wave Mall New Balance store, 1 Stadium Place, S(397628)
Register here
Sample various upbeat exercises such as Zumba and Kickboxing. You’ll get your heart rate up without being covered in sticky sweat thanks to the Star Vista’s well-ventilated foyer.
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 December
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
Date: 4, 11, 18 December
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
Date: 5, 12, 19, 26 December
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 December
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Registration not required
A good way to keep fit is to head to one of these Health Promotion Board’s free workouts located across Singapore. Do register at the links below as spaces are limited.
Date: 3, 10, 17 December
Event Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Address: Bayfront Event Square, 12A Bayfront Avenue, S(018970)
Register here
Date: 4, 11, 18 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Lawn @ Marina Bay, Straits View, S(018984)
Register here
Date: 4, 11, 18 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Capitol Outdoor Plaza, 13 Stamford Road, S(178905)
Register here
Date: 5, 12, 26 December
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: Lifestyle Studio, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-100, S(039594)
Register here
Date: 5, 12, 19, 26 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Sentosa Boardwalk (beside The Wine Company), 6 Sentosa Gateway, S(098072)
Register here
Date: 5, 12, 19, 26 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: UOB Plaza, 80 Raffles Place, S(048624)
Register here
Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 December
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Tanjong Pagar Centre, 1 Wallich Street, S(078881)
Register here
Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 December
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: Gate 17 National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, S(397629)
Register here
Date: 1, 8, 15, 22, 19 December
Event Time: 9.00am to 10.00am
Address: Gate 17 National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, S(397629)
Register here
With these options, stay in shape at no extra cost. Stay accountable to your fitness goals by having your girlfriends accompany you while you sweat it out!
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