Not everyone likes going to a gym to get their daily workout in (I don’t, to be honest!). But you still gotta stay fit and healthy, right? The best part about embracing a fit and healthy lifestyle is that you don’t have to hit the gym to achieve your fitness goals. There are several other things you can dog. Here are a few fun workout options you can explore in Kolkata.
9 Places In Kolkata That Offer Workout Options That Aren't Gyms
Flash Fitness
Located in Camac Street, Flash Fitness is one of the best places you can enroll at, especially if you enjoy dancing. The centre hosts zumba classes, pilates workouts, jazz and salsa dance classes, Bharatanatyam training, as well as yoga, Taekwondo and mixed Martial Arts classes. You can opt for online classes as well if you stay at a faraway location or wish to workout within the comfort of your home.
Twist N Turns
Located in Ballygunge, Twist N Turns is known for its dance and zumba classes. The owner is a trained jazz and hip hop dancer. They teach different forms of dance like ballet, salsa, bachata, contemporary, Indian classical, Bollywood, hip hop, jazz, belly dancing, and house. They also hold creative movement dance classes for kids.
Mantra Lifestyle Health Club
With three branches across the city, Mantra Lifestyle Health Club is where you head for some fun fitness activities. The club is one of the very few places in the city to teach rock climbing! Besides this fun sport, they also train people in pilates, kettlebell workouts, and zumba. You can also enroll here for yoga and meditation.
Rush Fitness Studio
Kickboxing, martial arts, zumba, yoga, kettlebell, pilates -there’s so much you can experiment with at Rush Fitness Studio. Located in Alipore, Rush’s team of certified professional trainers will teach you techniques to master your workouts and achieve your fitness goals in the process. They also hold rock climbing classes for those willing to learn this adventure sport.
Alpha Omega Combat Sports
Combat Sports serve two purposes — they keep you fit and train you to defend yourself. Alpha Omega teaches different kinds of combat sports like Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Submission Wrestling, and more. They teach you striking and grappling techniques as well. The trainers and coaches at Alpha Omega competed in and won international championships and are some of the best you’ll find.
Endorphins Corrective Exercise Studio
Run by former cricketer and fitness expert Ranadeep Moitra, Endorphins Corrective Exercise Studio in Park Street specialises in Animal Flow Movements and calisthenics that help build strength and flexibility. The ‘corrective exercises’ are designed to train and effectively help the body move better. The studio also has branches in Alipore and Ballygunge in case Park Street isn’t a feasible option.
Mystic Yoga
Mystic Yoga believes in promoting fitness and a healthy lifestyle through a wholesome approach that includes Yoga, meditation, diet, and retreats. They specialize in Power Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, Pranayam, and Meditation and also offer corporate Yoga and Mindfulness sessions. You can either join a group or take personal online or offline coaching.
Krav Maga
Krav Maga is an Israeli self defense technique designed to help people defend themselves on the street against any kind of attack or threat. The Krav Maga Bengal Academy holds classes from Friday to Monday to teach students Krav Maga, self defense and self-protection skills. They also conduct private and corporate training and have women only batches too. They charge INR 3,500 per month (exclusive of admission fees) for two classes a week.
Arijit’s Workout
If your ‘aerobics classes near me’ or ‘pilates workout sessions’ search on Google has left you confused with its multiple options, allow us to help. Head to Arijit’s Workout if you’re looking for aerobics and pilates lessons. Besides these, the place specializes in free hand exercises, Yoga and Kickboxing and also offers Animal workout sessions. With centres in Chowringhee and Behala, Arijit’s Workout is one of the best places you can go to for non-gym workout options.