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Changes to Active North Yorkshire this summer

This summer, we are introducing a number of changes across Active North Yorkshire to create a simpler, clearer and more consistent experience across all sites. These include simplifying our membership options, moving to a new, single booking system and updating the names of our swim sessions and group exercise classes so they are easier to understand when booking.

Read answers to frequently asked questions about what these changes mean for you, including timelines, new options and how your current membership may be affected.

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Exercise classes and activities at Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub - The Jack Laugher Centre

We have countless exercise classes designed to suit a variety of ages, abilities, and conditions. Ranging from low to high-impact workouts, including classes that benefit your mental health, we have everything to ensure you can find something that suits you and your journey to leading a happier and healthier lifestyle.

Book your exercise class

See the timetable and book your exercise class

How far in advance you can book an exercise class depends on your membership:

  • 10 days in advance with a +Membership
  • 8 days in advance for all members
  • 7 days in advance for pay as you go customers

Find out more about our memberships.

Exercise class prices

Get more classes for less and book earlier! You can take part in unlimited classes with a membership, with access to classes at our other sites coming soon.

Exercise classes Prices
45 or 60 minute group exercise class - adult £10.70
30 minute group exercise class - adult £7
45 or 60 minute group exercise class - concessionary rate £8
30 minute group exercise class - concessionary rate £5.30

Exercise classes at Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub - The Jack Laugher

Exercise class Description
AquaFit AquaFit is a water based, high energy exercise class. Designed to build strength, improve cardiovascular health and increase flexibility. AquaFit offers a low impact, high reward workout suitable for all fitness levels. This is led by a qualified instructor.
Aqua Zumba Aqua Zumba is a water based, high energy dance exercise class. Designed to build strength, improve cardiovascular health and increase flexibility. Aqua Zumba offers a low impact, high reward workout suitable for all fitness levels. This is led by a qualified instructor.
Beginners lifting Beginners lifting is an introductory strength‑training class designed to teach the fundamentals of lifting safely and confidently. Participants learn key movement patterns such as the squat, hinge, push, pull and lunge using light dumbbells, kettlebells and bodyweight.
Bootcamp A challenging full-body workout combining cardio and strength exercises to improve fitness, endurance and overall conditioning in a motivating team environment.
Box HIIT High-energy workout combining boxing drills with high-intensity interval training to improve fitness, strength and endurance.
Core Strengthen your abs, improve stability and tone your entire midsection. Expect controlled movements, targeted core exercises and functional conditioning to support better posture and everyday strength.
Dance fitness Energetic workout combining dance routines with cardio exercises to improve fitness, coordination and confidence.
Engine building High‑intensity, functional gym floor workout that blends running intervals with strength‑endurance stations.
Fit for function Fit for function is a full‑body training class designed to improve everyday strength, mobility, balance and fitness. Using functional movements and a mix of equipment, it helps you move better, feel stronger and perform daily tasks with ease.
Group cycle Group cycle is a studio‑based fitness class where participants ride stationary bikes together, following an instructor who guides the pace, resistance and intensity.
Gym HIIT HIIT is a fast-paced workout alternating short bursts of high-intensity exercise with recovery periods to improve fitness, strength and endurance. Suitable for all fitness levels.
HIIT step Step intervals and Tabata rounds (20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest) targeting cardio, legs, glutes, core and upper body to improve fitness and build strength in a fun, motivating environment.
Legs, bums and tums Legs, bums and tums is a targeted toning workout focusing on the lower body and core to improve strength, shape and endurance.
Les Mills body balance Low-impact yoga-based fusion class, incorporating Pilates and tai chi to improve flexibility, core strength and mental wellbeing.
Les Mills body combat A high-energy, martial arts-inspired workout that gets your heart racing and your whole body energized. Kick, punch, sweat and strengthen. No contact, just pure power. Body combat improves fitness, agility and speed, releases stress and leaves you feeling invincible.
Les Mills body pump A popular barbell-based group fitness class designed to sculpt, tone and strengthen the entire body using light weights with high repetitions.
Les Mills body pump heavy Tempo based weightlifting workout designed for those seeking to build strength and muscle while enjoying a fun and energizing environment.
Les Mills Pilates Focusing on core intensity, mobility and breathwork set to modern, melodic music. It is designed for all fitness levels to build strength, posture and flexibility using slow, controlled movements, often done barefoot.
Les Mills shapes Pilates, barre and power yoga to sculpt, strengthen and improve alignment. It features small, controlled, repetitive movements designed to create a burn throughout the body.
Les Mills strength development A science-backed, 45-minute progressive lifting program designed to build muscle, enhance lifting technique and increase strength.
Les Mills the trip 40-minute immersive, high-intensity interval cycling workout that combines multi-peak training with cinema-scale digital worlds.
Lifting Lifting class is a coached, strength‑training session focused on teaching safe, effective lifting technique using free weights such as dumbbells, barbells and kettlebells.
Loaded mobility Loaded mobility is a strength‑focused mobility class designed to build control, stability and resilience through real‑life movement ranges.
Mat Pilates Low‑impact, full‑body workout that focuses on core strength, posture, mobility and controlled movement, all performed on a mat without machines.
Menofit A menopause‑specific programme using physical activity and education to support strength, energy, mood and overall wellbeing.
Pedal for Parkinsons A specialised indoor cycling session designed to help people with Parkinson’s disease improve mobility, strength and overall wellbeing.
Pilates on the ball Low‑impact, full‑body conditioning class that uses a stability ball to challenge balance, strengthen the core and improve posture.
Run club Outdoor running session designed for improving runners who want to build speed, stamina and confidence. To join this session, participants must already be able to run 5 kilometres in around 30 minutes or 6 kilometres in approximately 35 to 36 minutes. This ensures the group can train at a similar pace and complete the planned interval work safely and effectively.
Step Fun cardio workout using a raised platform to improve fitness, coordination and endurance through easy-to-follow routines.
Stretch Gentle, mobility‑focused class designed to improve flexibility, release tension and restore ease of movement through flowing stretches and mindful breathing.
Total gym reformer Pilates Full-body, low-impact workout performed on our specialised TotalGym Encompass machine using cables and a moving carriage to build strength, mobility and control.
Total strength Full-body strength workout using barbells, dumbbells and resistance exercises to build muscle, improve power and increase overall fitness.
Yin yoga Slow, meditative style of yoga where poses are held for long periods (typically 1 to 5 minutes or more) to target the body’s deep connective tissues rather than the muscles. It is calming, introspective and designed to improve flexibility, joint health and mental stillness.
Yoga Mind‑body practice that combines physical postures, breathwork and mindfulness to build strength, flexibility, balance and inner calm.
Yoga flow A smooth, continuous style of yoga that links postures together through breath‑led movement, creating a balanced blend of strength, mobility and mindfulness.
Zumba Zumba is a high‑energy dance‑fitness class that mixes Latin and international music with easy to follow choreography to create a fun, cardio‑boosting workout.

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