Festive fitness fun
There will be changes to some of our fitness classes at the end of December as well as some special Christmas wellness and energy sessions to get more relaxed or fit while feeling festive! Experience our winter solstice retreat, immerse yourself in a soundbath or try a Christmas aerobic reset among many other special Christmas classes near you.
The changes and new sessions effect:
- Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub
- Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub
- Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub - The Jack Laugher Centre
- The Turkish Baths in Harrogate
- Starbeck Swimming Pool
Download our Christmas fitness timetable (pdf / 538 KB)
Find out more about the special festive sessions
| Session | Location | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| BodyCombat versus BodyAttack Fusion | Harrogate and Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hubs | Get ready for the ultimate festive fitness showdown! This high-energy fusion class combines the explosive martial arts-inspired moves of BodyCombat with the athletic, sports-conditioning drills of BodyAttack. Expect powerful punches, kicks and strikes paired with dynamic cardio and agility training for a full-body workout that builds strength, stamina and confidence. Perfect for anyone who loves variety and wants to push their limits in a fun, motivating environment! |
| Christmas aerobic reset | Knaresborough and Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Shake off the holiday indulgence and boost your energy with this fun, feel-good aerobic workout! Designed to get your heart pumping and your body moving, this session combines upbeat music with simple, effective cardio moves to refresh your mind and recharge your body. Perfect for all fitness levels, it’s the ideal way to reset between Christmas and New Year and start the countdown to a healthy, happy year ahead! |
| Christmas Yin Yoga and meditation | Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Slow down and restore this Christmas week with a deeply relaxing practice. Yin Yoga uses long-held, gentle stretches to release tension, improve flexibility and nourish the body’s connective tissues. Perfect for unwinding during the festive season. After the physical practice, enjoy a guided meditation to quiet the mind and promote inner peace, leaving you feeling calm, balanced and ready to embrace the holidays. |
| Festive restorative yoga and meditation reset | Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Take a mindful pause between Christmas and New Year with this deeply nourishing session. Gentle restorative yoga postures will help release tension, restore balance and create space in both body and mind. After the physical practice, settle into a calming guided meditation to quiet thoughts and promote inner peace. Perfect for resetting after the festive rush and starting the New Year feeling refreshed, grounded and centred. |
| Festive and New Year Zumba parties | Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Keep the holiday spirit alive and shake off the festive indulgence with this high-energy Zumba party! Dance to upbeat tunes, enjoy easy-to-follow moves and feel the joy as we bring the celebration to the studio. Perfect for all fitness levels, this session is a great way to boost your mood, burn calories and recharge before the New Year begins. Come ready to dance, sweat and sparkle your way into 2026! |
| Floating soundbath | Starbeck Swimming Pool | Float into serenity this festive season with a magical soundbath experience in an intimate, historic swimming pool. As you relax on the warm water, gentle waves of sound from crystal bowls and soothing instruments wash over you, creating deep calm and releasing tension. Surrounded by the timeless beauty of this unique space, this session offers the perfect reset between Christmas and New Year, leaving you feeling peaceful, refreshed and ready to welcome the year ahead. |
| Hatha Yoga and meditation | Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Find balance and calm this Christmas season with a gentle yet powerful practice. Hatha Yoga focuses on mindful movement, breathwork and postures to improve flexibility, strength and inner harmony. Perfect for unwinding during the festive rush. After the physical practice, enjoy a guided meditation to quiet the mind, reduce stress and leave you feeling deeply relaxed and centred, ready to embrace the joy of the holidays. Ideal for all levels seeking a holistic mind and body experience. |
| Hot yoga and plunge | Turkish Baths | Join us in the warm rooms of the Turkish Baths this Christmas week for a grounding hot yoga session designed to build heat, release tension and open the body. Surrounded by the beautiful architecture and rich history of the baths, you will move through gentle yet empowering postures that leave you feeling spacious, centred and deeply alive. After class, you will have the option to take an invigorating cold plunge, offering a refreshing contrast to the warmth of your practice, perfect for boosting circulation and revitalising the mind during the festive season. Please wear swimwear under your activewear or bring swimwear to change into after the session. |
| Les Mills Thrive and Meditation | Harrogate and Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hubs | Experience the ultimate mind and body reset this festive season with Les Mills Thrive. This functional training workout is designed to build strength, mobility and resilience, perfect for keeping your energy high through the holidays. After energizing your body with dynamic, performance-focused movements, we will guide you through a calming Christmas-inspired meditation to restore balance, reduce stress and leave you feeling centred and empowered. Ideal for those who want fitness and mindfulness in one joyful session. |
| New Year’s Eve soundbath | Turkish Baths | Sink into the warm, tranquil atmosphere of the Turkish Baths as gentle sound vibrations fill the relaxation room. Surrounded by the beautiful architecture and rich history of this unique space, the tones of crystal bowls and soft rhythmic instruments create a calming environment to release tension, quieten the mind and fully unwind before welcoming the New Year. Please bring blankets, pillows and an eye mask to ensure your utmost comfort as you relax into the experience. |
| Reflect and meditate – Christmas Eve special | Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Take time to pause, breathe and reconnect with yourself this Christmas Eve. This calming session combines gentle mindfulness practices with guided reflection to help you release stress, gain clarity and cultivate inner peace during the festive season. Through soothing meditation and thoughtful prompts, you will leave feeling grounded, refreshed and ready to embrace the holidays with a clear mind and open heart. |
| Restorative flow and meditation | Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Unwind and recharge this Christmas season with a gentle, flowing yoga practice designed to release tension and restore balance. Surrounded by the warmth of the holidays, this class combines slow, mindful movement with deep stretches to calm the body, followed by a guided meditation to quiet the mind and promote inner peace. Perfect for anyone seeking relaxation, stress relief and a sense of harmony during the festive celebrations. |
| Soundbath | Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hubs | Immerse yourself in soothing sound vibrations designed to calm the mind and restore inner balance. Using instruments like crystal bowls and gongs, this meditative experience promotes deep relaxation, reduces stress and helps you reconnect with your sense of peace. Perfect for anyone seeking tranquillity and mental clarity. |
| Wake up and shake up Zumba party – Christmas Eve special | Harrogate and Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hubs | Start your Christmas Eve with a burst of energy and joy! This high-energy Zumba class combines upbeat festive music, easy to follow dance moves and party vibes to wake up your body and lift your holiday spirit. Perfect for all fitness levels, it is a fun way to boost your cardio, burn calories and feel amazing before the celebrations begin. Come ready to dance, sweat and smile your way into Christmas! |
| Winter solstice retreat | Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | As the longest night of the year unfolds, join us for a serene and grounding winter solstice retreat, a sacred time to pause, reflect and welcome the quiet magic of winter. Moon Salutation flow, journaling, restorative and Yin Yoga with tea and cake. |
| Yang and Yin Yoga fusion | Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub | Celebrate the season by finding the perfect balance of energy and calm in this special Christmas class. Begin with a dynamic Yang flow to build strength, warmth and vitality, ideal for shaking off festive stress and boosting your holiday spirit. Then transition into soothing Yin postures, held for longer periods to release tension and improve flexibility. The session ends with mindful stillness, leaving you feeling both invigorated and deeply relaxed, ready to embrace the joy of Christmas. Perfect for all levels seeking harmony of body and mind during the holidays. |