Classes
The WHO HQ Fitness Centre offers a range of instructor-led classes to help members reach their fitness goals. These classes provide a great way to stay motivated in a friendly and safe space. Classes can be led by external or internal instructors who are trained in specific areas of fitness. External instructors are usually certified trainers or instructors with specialized knowledge in a certain type of fitness, such as Pilates, yoga, aerobics, and strength training. Internal instructors, mainly WHO and UNAIDS staff have committed to contribute to the improvement of members’ physical health, mental well-being by fostering a positive and supportive environment. Some offer free classes, other charge a nominal fee.
An active membership is required to take these instructor-led classes. See instructional video: how to sign up for a class
Functional and cross training
Functional and cross training is a type of exercise focused on real-world movements that are designed to improve balance, coordination, strength, and stability.
Instructor: Chris/Zoe/Susanna
CHF: FREE
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Pilates
Pilates Fundamentals is a mix of classical and contemporary mat Pilates with a focus on precision of movement and developing body awareness. With regular practice, this class will develop your core strength, improve your posture mobility and flexibility as well as help develop good daily functional movement patterns.
Instructor: Valerie
CHF: FREE
Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles and improving posture, balance, and flexibility.
Instructor: Sara
CHF: 20
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Strength Foundations
Strength Foundations are essential because they provide the building blocks for overall fitness, enhancing muscle stability, balance, and mobility. This class will focus on building strength safely with personalized guidance to ensure correct technique and prevent injury. Ideal for those who want to improve their basic skills and performance in various physical activities. This will promote long-term health and well-being
Instructor: Lucas
CHF: 20
CHF: 15 (package of 10)
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Spinning
The Spinning room is for use for individual training or during spin classes. Spinning workouts are designed to enhance cardiovascular fitness.
Instructor: Samantha
CHF: FREE
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Yoga
Power Yoga is a dynamic fitness-oriented style of yoga that combines strength, flexibility and endurance. It focuses on flowing, continuous movements, creating a powerful workout that also improves balance and mindfulness, and enhances the cardiovascular system.
Instructor: Adrien
CHF: FREE
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Zumba
Zumba is pretty much the most awesome workout ever. Dance to great music, with great people, and burn tons of calories without even realizing it! Dance and exercise at the same time.
Instructor: Carlitos
CHF: 25
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Pump
Pump is a total body workout for anyone seeking to burn calories, shape and tone, increase core strength and improve bone health. Using light to moderate weights and high repetitions, this 50 min total body
workout can burn up to 400 calories.
Instructor: Samantha
CHF: FREE
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Open Gym
Open gym means unattended session, members have access to any of the gym facilities outside of class hours. This means that members Some areas are only for open gym, like the blue gym. All gym facilities are equipped with various types of fitness equipment. They provide a convenient way for staff to stay healthy and active during the workday. Check booking calendar for details
CHF: FREE