Fitness Classes in Singapore
As Lao Tzu once said, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”. But the first step towards getting fit is also often the hardest.
However, one of the most effective ways to start and stick to an exercise routine is to have a workout buddy.
This May, sign you and your girlfriends up for one of these 16 free fitness classes and events and begin the start of #healthyliving together.
Single Day Events
1. Ridge Walk–A brisk walk series along the Southern Ridges
For a midweek pick-me-up, surround yourself with lush greenery and take on a 9km brisk walk through the Southern Ridges. The guided walk is led by the NUS Toddycats, volunteers who are from the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum.
Date: 25 May
Event Time: 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: NUS Yusof Ishak House Plaza, 31 Lower Kent Ridge Road, S(119078)
Register here
2. Belly Dancing @ City of Tomorrow
Get acquainted with the art of belly dancing as award-winning performer Maia Amani guides you through the fluid, sensual movements.
Date: 11 May
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: City of Tomorrow, 1 Raffles Link, #B1-47/47A/47B/47C, S(039393)
Register here
3. Yoga Movement Charity Yoga Classes
Yoga Movement has partnered with the Make-A-Wish Foundation in an effort to raise funds to fulfil the dreams of young children with life-threatening diseases. Attend a multi-levelled basic yoga class and reward yourself with complimentary popsicles, juice, and coffee after.
While the event is technically free, participants are recommended to make a S$20 donation.
Date: 12 May
Event Time: 2.00pm to 3.00pm
Address: Yoga Movement Orchard 22, 22 Orchard Road, #02-01, S(238885)
Register here or email vera@yogamovement.com
Date: 13 May
Event Time: 2.00pm to 3.00pm
Address: Yoga Movement East Coast, 237 A & B East Coast Road, S(428930)
Register here or email vera@yogamovement.com
4. SAFRA Mount Faber Celebrates Mother’s Day with Fun, Fit, and Fab
If you’re a SAFRA member, celebrate Mother’s Day by attending fitness classes and gift-crafting workshops with your mum. In collaboration with the Breast Cancer Foundation, come dressed in pink to raise awareness for breast cancer.
Date: 13 May
Event Time: 11.00am to 7.00pm, check here for full class schedule
Address: SAFRA Mount Faber, Atrium and Ballroom, 2 Telok Blangah Way, S(098803)
Register here or at the customer service counter
5. Trails and Ales
Organised by craft beer bistro Sixteen Ounces, crack open a cold one with your pals after you’ve run the 6.3km trail.
Date: 12 May
Event Time: 4.00pm
Address: Sixteen Ounces, 398 Upper Bukit Timah Road, The Rail Mall, S(678049)
Register by indicating your interest on the Facebook page
6. Outdoor Family Yoga @ Bishan Park
Start your day on a positive note by practicing yoga outdoors. Breathe in fresh air as you move your body through a series of yoga poses.
Date: 13 May
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.00am
Address: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, S(569932)
Register here
7. DBS Marina Regatta 2018
Spend an exciting weekend the DBS Marina Regatta 2018, Singapore’s Biggest BayFest. Try your hand at sailing, and take part in high-energy yoga and fitness sessions by TripleFit and PURE Yoga/PURE Fitness.
Sailing
Date: 26 May and 2 June
Event Time: Varies by class, view full schedule here
Address: The Promontory @ Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, S(018981)
Register at the on-site information counter, arrive 10 minutes before your session
Pure Yoga and Pure Fitness classes
Date: 26, 27 May and 2, 3 June
Event Time: Varies by class, view full schedule here
Address: The Promontory @ Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, S(018981)
Register here
Bootcamp by TripleFit
Date: 22 May
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm, 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: The Promontory @ Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, S(018981)
Register here
8. Complimentary Outdoor Yoga With Yoga Seeds
In conjunction Car-Free Sundays, kickstart your day by energising your body and bringing clarity to your mind with a Hatha Yoga session by Yoga Seeds. Bring your own mats.
Date: 27 May
Event Time: 7.30am to 8.30am
Address: Esplanade Park, Connaught Drive, S(179682)
Register here
9. Monster Ultra 200
For regular marathon runners looking for a new challenge, sign up for the Monster Ultra 200. Battle the heat and overcome sleep when you cover 200km within 48 hours. Do note the self-navigated race is self-supported (no medical aid will be provided).
Date: 28 April to 30 April
Event Time: 6.00pm (28 April) to 6.00pm (30 April)
Address: MacRitchie Reservoir, Amenities Centre, S (570000)
Register here
Multiple Day/Regular Classes
10. Healthy Workplace Ecosystem: KPopX Workout
If heading to the gym at the end of the workday isn’t your thing, grab your colleagues and sweat it out at this outdoor K-pop dance session.
Viva Business Park
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May
Event Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Address: Urban Plaza at Viva Business Park, 750 Chai Chee Road, S(469000)
Register here
Tampines Industrial Estate
Date: 17, 24, 31 May
Event Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Address: Level 5 open car park, Block 31, Tampines Street 92, S(528872)
Register here
11. Healthy Workplace Ecosystem: Downtown Run
Keep hydrated with the Pocari Sweat available on-site as you complete the hour-long cardio workout.
Date: 3, 7, 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 24, 28, 31 May
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Red Dot Design Museum Singapore, 11 Marina Boulevard, S(018940)
Register here
12. New Balance Run Club: Training Session
If you lack motivation to go running, participate in 5km to 8km group runs organised by the New Balance Run Club. There’ll be running buddies and a coach to guide you through the route.
Date: 8, 15, 22 May
Event Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Kallang Wave Mall, New Balance Experience Store, 1 Stadium Place, #01-79, S(397628)
Register here
13. Quick HIIT Workout
Improve your strength, fitness, and endurance when you burn calories during this fast-paced HIIT workout.
Date: Varies by location, see the full list of workouts here
Event Time: Varies by location
Address: Varies by location
Register here
14. i-Run at Labrador Park
Part of the Health Promotion Board push for healthy living, put on your shoes and give your lungs a good workout when you go for a run with other running enthusiasts.
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Labrador Park MRT (Station shelter), 701 Telok Blangah Road, S(109029)
Register here or 15-minutes before the event
15. Fitness at Work: Zumba
Inspired by various styles of Latin American dance, better your balance and flexibility while you shake your stress away at this once-a-week Zumba session.
Fitness at Work at Capitol Singapore
Date: 8, 15, 22 May
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Outdoor Plaza, Capitol Singapore, 11 Stamford Road, S(178884)
Register here
Fitness at Work at Bayfront Square
Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 May
Event Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Address: Bayfront Square, 10 Bayfront Avenue, S(018956)
Register here
Fitness at Work at Singapore Promenade
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May
Event Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Address: UOB Plaza, Singapore River Promenade
Register here
16. Fitness Workouts at The Star Vista
With Kickboxing Mondays, Zumba Tuesdays, and Piloxing Wednesdays, and Body Combat Thursdays, you’ll surely find a fitness activity you would like at the Star Vista. Limited slots are given on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Kickboxing by Health Promotion Board
Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 May
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Register none required
Zumba
Date: 8, 15, 22 May
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Register none required
Piloxing
Date: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Register none required
Body Combat™ by Virgin Active
Date: 3, 10, 17, 24 May
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Register none required
Working Out May 2018
With these free and exciting fitness options which provide an effective workout, keeping fit doesn’t have to take up a lot of time or money!
