if you're looking to try out some yoga or you're looking for a change of place. Yoga Rathmines is…read morea good place to start. They offer both ashtanga and hatha yoga, while also offering beginner's classes as well. All the class times are in the later evening, which is good if you're motivated because you won't be able to use, I got out of work late as an excuse. Also what better way to relax before bedtime than yoga? If you're not sure if yogas you're thing or you have a busy schedule they offer drop in classes. At €13 they're a bit pricey, but if you like it it's definitely worth signing up for a course, and even if the course start date has passed, they'll adjust the cost to the amount of weeks. Not bad at all.

Andy also runs a Strentgh and Conditioning class in Sportsco on Thursdays at 6pm. I went along…read moreyesterday for the first time, with a degree of trepidation, after hearing they'd involve something called 'suicide sprints'. Had never heard of them before and Google didn't exactly make them sound pleasant. It turns out they're something I'd have known as shuttle runs and done once upon a time with football and taekwondo. Still, it had been a while since I'd done circuit training. So along I went and there were 13 in the class of varying ages and fitness levels. That didn't matter. If you're unfit and giving it 100%, you'll get as much out of it as someone younger and fitter giving it 100%. I was drenched in sweat and knackered at the end of it but I felt good. I'll be stiff today and maybe a bit more tomorrow but I'll definitely go there again!

In a city plagued by pricey and often unimpressive fitness options, Andy Kenny stands out as a true…read morehero. Not only are his classes top-notch (and a steal for the price), he's also very personable and makes sure his clients know how to get the most out of their workouts, both in and out of the gym. His spinning classes rank with the best I've taken in New York and California: his non-nonsense, gimmick-free training is directed toward real cyclists, and that means the rest of us get the best workouts, as well. None of that "up for four, hover for four, pedal backwards as you pushup on the handlebars" crap here: just pure, honest, sweat-puddle spinning. Find him on Facebook--he'll give you your first class for free!

Wouldn't recommend the gym, the owner is extremely rude and has terrible customer service. Reported…read morean incident where an injury was sustained on the steps outside the premise just to let staff know it could be a hazard in the future in case somebody else fell and received a response from the owner detailing the steps were up to industry standard, Going in depth about how perfect the steps were. Whether they're "up to industry standard" in your opinion or not someone has sustained an injury on your premises have some decorum to not get so defensive and take the genuine feedback on your establishment without being rude.

I chanced upon this page and just thought that I'd add a short review about Iveagh Fitness Club…read morebecause previous reviews on this thread are outdated (since Iveagh was taken over and transformed). Iveagh is a completely different place both aesthetically and in terms of service since it was taken over in about 2016 or 2017 (not sure when). I have never reviewed anything online but I feel compelled to post my first review because I think that Iveagh deserves credit for its amazing transformation and I think that it is also fair (for prospective members who might enjoy its wonderful facilities) to post something that is up to date, since the reviews on this thread are from 2015 and as far back as 2009 when it was a completely different operation. I'm going to be completely honest by divulging the fact that I have done work for Iveagh over the years since it was acquired. I produced many videos for them to promote their facilities, their classes and their personal trainers. My reason for stating this is just in case anyone thinks that this reads like a post is from a direct employee of Iveagh. It's not. Regarding previous comments, the swimming pool and Spa area (which was historically opened in 1905) was completely overhauled last year and is just beautiful. It is a protected building and whilst everything had to be kept structurally intact, it was updated so very tastefully. The facilities are top notch and the staff are amazing. I won't link to any pages, just so that this doesn't look like an advertisement. You can look them up for yourself. I just wanted to update this review thread because I felt that the reviews were unfair, only because they were outdated and don't reflect the newly updated Fitness Club and its wonderful staff.

Nestled in the quiet Mount Pleasant square is the aptly named Mt. Pleasant Lawn Tennis Club. The…read moreclub boasts 11 all weather courts (read outside), 2 badminton courts, 3 squash courts, a gym, a snooker room and a bar and lounge. The draw of tennis courts aside, one of the great things is that it is a great place to meet new people, that is if you ever get off your butt and go (unlike some people I know ... ahem). They host different tournaments and leagues for all levels, and not to worry if you don't have a doubles partner you'll be assigned one the night. The main draw however is that you get drink vouchers for the bar/ lounge and if that's not enough to bring you in they hold different events throughout the year, like parties and quiz nights. Still not convinced? Afraid of your volley shot? Fear not there's 3 accredited coaches on hand to improve your game ... now I can't say you'll be the next Williams sister or Roger Federer, but you'll see definite improvement in your game.

I learned to swim in this pool as a child and hadn't been back for ages. One of my friends…read morementioned they had a drop in aqua aerobics class twice a week. So I found myself going back. Aqua aerobics classes are 6 euro and the general swimming times are 5 euro, with various offers for other classes. The showers and changing rooms are basic but they're clean and warm and the staff are very nice. A great local resource.

Absolutely brilliant fitness classes - early morning workouts, evening HIIT classes or 1 to 1…read morePersonal Training. A holistic approach to fitness, mindset and nutrition. The class atmosphere is very welcoming and open to all levels. Lots of variety, never a dull moment! Emphasis is on fun and fitness. Highly recommended!

How could you not try a trainer who calls himself "The Transformation Catalyst"? Dominic Munnelly…read moreis the man behind the dream and is a highly enthusiastic personal trainer based on the southside. He regularly contributes to RSVP etc, has an interesting blog (http://thetransformationcatalyst.wordpress.com/) and is very active answering questions and giving advice on boards.ie. When I went to see him he was in a smaller gym but moved to the Crossfit gym a few weeks later-looks like it's far more roomy. I'm pretty sure he could put you through your paces in any location-indoors or outdoors though! Dominic was great at answering emails enquiring about his services and saw me early on a Saturday morning. Had a little assessment (not so sure about the body fat reading) and a fun workout-he's quite Crossfit (http://www.crossfit.com/cf-info/what-crossfit.html) based with solid Olympic lifting thrown in and sensible nutritional advice. I liked it that he also incorporated yoga and foam rolling-good for the perpetually injured! Wasn't thrilled that he insisted on telling me my weight even though I begged him not to...but I'd stopped crying within a week or so. He emailed me a programme a few days later which was nice and gave plenty of things to keep me occupied-mix of weights and Crossfit workouts. It was a bit too full of push-ups and bodyweight squats for me though....my shoulders and hip flexors were threatening tendonitis within a couple of weeks. I'd have preferred if the training session included a run through/more detailed discussion of the programme too-didn't have some of the equipment in my gym. Bit pricey at €80 per session but he is good and is amenable to doing follow up sessions whenever you like. He also includes a free "check up" the week after to make sure you understand all the exercises etc. I'd probably have to say the Edge (http://www.yelp.ie/biz/the-edge-clontarf-dublin) suited me better in the end-David there picked up on shoulder and hip tightness before he gave me a programme and purposely avoided push-ups and squats to try to correct imbalances. And that was without being told I'd had issues before! Bonus: Dominic brought me a homemade flapjack. Feeding me on a Saturday morning merits an extra star!

Fresh floors, fresh paint, fresh name ....what used to be D8 Fitness…read more(http://www.yelp.ie/biz/d8-fitness-dublin?hrid=-Huyhwok4vyM5FxS3p0miQ&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct)) has been reopened as Christchurch Fitness Centre. Owned and managed by head trainer Shane McShea, who couldn't be more dedicated to his clients and their results. Regular motivational texts and nutritional advice for those who are serious about their goals are just what keeps you going. With his help, my flatmate lost almost 7stone and is able to maintain her weight since. CFC offers a wide range of fitness classes (Kettlebell, TRX, caveman...) as well as bootcamps and transformation programmes and of course personal training. They have several payment options, for example drop in classes are a tenner only or unlimited classes for 65Euro/ month. This gym has a real community feel to it. You get to chat to everyone in the class, see more or less the same faces every week and they also organise social events for their members every now and then.

I've been working out with Shane for several years. Ive always been very active, but had never…read morejoined a "community gym". I usually worked out at corporate large gyms, where they have mirrors, sauna, jacuzzi and a ton of nice amenities......BUT, 6 weeks with Shane and I saw results I have never ever ever seen with years of going to larger gyms. Why? Many reasons. One the classes are small, so there's no hiding. Ive been in large gyms, very hi-tech, but so many members that the instructor just can't see what you are doing. Here all the instructors, ALL the instructors pay attention to form, figure, posture and technique. I can't stress how important this is - and hard to find. Also, you can't hide as the classes are relatively small. Just to illustrate the effectiveness of a high intensity interval training. I used to do 600crunches a day or more and I didn't have tone or definition. 6 weeks with Shane, I never did a crunch (ever) and my abs, hot damn, my abs were toned, defined...I just couldn't believe it. All the instructors are fantastic. They push you to do things you didn't think you were capable of, but since they know you, they know what you can/can't do (Looking at you Shauna who had me lift 28pounds and I did it!I had no idea I could do that!!). The high you get from seeing results and from doing things you didn't know you could is really empowering and something I haven't found in other places. And it's fun too! some classes I can't stop laughing the whole time, it's so much fun, it feels like playing (Looking at you Marsen, hilarious!). In short, this is the place to go to get smoking hot really quick. Or at least super duper fit and healthy :)