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Fitness

Have a Blast & Engage Your Body on Your Wellness Journey

Our Caribbean wellness holiday provides limitless options in activities and programmes to help improve fitness and achieve your goals. Do what you love and explore innovative ways to stay fit and build a stronger and healthier body.

Choose from group classes and personal training, or take the opportunity to learn more about your physical fitness and conditioning whilst here in Saint Lucia. Every BodyHoliday experience is unique to the individual. What will yours be?

Group Classes

Cardio-Vascular, Aerobic, Dance, and Holistic exercise classes are all included in your BodyHoliday. Classes are designed for all levels of ability. Our BodyHoliday fitness specialists are available to guide you to the activities that suit you best.

Cardio – A basic, mid-intensity step workout combined with lower-body conditioning exercises.

Step – A basic, mid-intensity step workout combined with lower-body conditioning exercises.

BoxFit – Combining martial arts and boxing movements to produce a natural stress and calorie-busting workout.

BeachFit – A challenging workout on the sand combining both cardiovascular and bodyweight resistance exercises to produce an all-over body blitz.

Ease Into BeachFit – A less intense version of our BeachFit class, this activity is a great way to wake your body up and start the day. The workout involves a combination of power walking, dynamic stretching, and bodyweight exercises.

Beginners BodySpin – A 30-minute introduction to indoor cycling. Arrive 5-10 minutes early so your instructor can set you up correctly on the bike.

BodySpin & BodySpin Max – A 40-minute (BodySpin) / 55-minute (BodySpin Max) indoor cycling experience. These rides are the ultimate calorie burners.

BodyHoliday Running Club – We offer a choice of two runs. A 4.5-mile run that takes you to one of St. Lucia’s National Heritage sites—Pigeon Island. Or adventure over to the Atlantic side of the island over a slightly hilly 4 miles course.

Absolution – A workout designed to strengthen the abdominal core and lower back muscles, often in a circuit session.

On the Ball – Use the fit balls and other studio equipment to firm and tone up the core and the rest of the body.

AquaFit – A class that always guarantees to be full of fun. Splash your way to a great fitness level at any age. AquaFit is an ideal course for pregnant participants and people with joint injuries.

Beach Boot Camp – An old-school circuit-style workout using tractor tyres, sandbags, and ropes. This functional training on the beach will challenge you in a completely different way from the gym.

BodyTone – A great chance to firm up the whole body using a combination and variety of weight-based exercises and studio equipment.

BodyCircuits – The Body Circuit combines cardiovascular and resistance stations to produce an all-over body session. Work at your level while challenging your weaknesses.

Legs, Bums, and Tums – A 45-minute class that targets the legs, glutes, and abdominals will help you strengthen and tone your body parts.

Pole Fitness – An ultimate full-body workout, powering one’s self-esteem and encouraging you to be stunningly intense and, at the same time, graceful like a dancer. The classes are suitable for all levels, ages, and abilities.

DanceFit Studio Caribbean DanceFit – Join the fun, carnival atmosphere and enjoy the lively, upbeat music whilst keeping your body moving and dancing. These dance moves will work your whole body to the exotic sounds of the Caribbean.

Jive – This class will have you hoppin’ and boppin’ to feel-good pop tunes. With the primary step plus a few groovy moves, you’ll be twisting the night away in no time.

Salsa – With its origins in Cuba, Salsa is one of the world’s most popular social dances. Hips will sway as you get an excellent body workout and learn a new skill.

Street Dance – Get down to funky grooves from artists such as Missy Elliot, Justin Timberlake, Chris Brown, and many more. All movements are easy to follow, energetic, and fun. No experience necessary!

Zumba – Our Latin-inspired Zumba program is an exhilarating dance fitness party that’s easy to follow and effective at burning calories and leaving you with a sense of joy.

Personal Training

Our exceptional team of trainers is here to help motivate and encourage you to achieve results faster than you would on your own. No matter what your goals are or your current fitness level, our personal trainers will deliver fun and challenging goal-focused training sessions to get you started on your journey to optimal fitness.

Inclusive Training Session – A 30-minute personal training review is included in your holiday, with additional services available at an additional cost to your all-inclusive rate.

Additional Personal Training Sessions

  • One-On-One Training – 30-minute or 60-minute session. Learn More
  • PT Packages – 3 x 30 minutes or 3 x 60-minute sessions. Learn More

After a gentle warm-up and mobility session, you will receive a comprehensive full-body assisted stretch using the principles of PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) in the developmental muscles. (60 minutes) Learn More

Inject intensity into your BodyHoliday and become one with the fundamental techniques of boxing. Learn the basics of the jab, cross, and uppercut, or take your skills up a level with elbows, body shots, and evasive movements. After a few rounds’ worth of fast and powerful punching, the session concludes with a challenging cardiovascular routine. (60 minutes) Learn More

A revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight training, this session works your entire body for maximum calorie burn. Our TRX suspension trainer harnesses the force of your own body to target your core muscles. This innovative training tool offers a unique experience above the Tree House on the Zen Deck. (60 minutes) Learn More

Three Peak Challenge

BodyHoliday’s Three Peak Challenge in Saint Lucia offers a thrilling and invigorating adventure for fitness enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. This unique experience allows guests to explore the breathtaking beauty of the island while pushing their physical limits by conquering three of its most formidable mountains in a single day. The journey begins with the ascent of Mount Gimie, the highest peak in Saint Lucia, offering panoramic views of the lush rainforest and the sparkling Caribbean Sea. Climbers then take on the iconic Gros Piton and Petit Piton, two majestic volcanic peaks that rise dramatically from the ocean. The challenge not only demands physical strength and endurance but also provides a profound connection with nature and a sense of accomplishment as participants stand atop each summit, taking in the awe-inspiring landscapes. Along the way, hikers may encounter diverse flora and fauna endemic to the region, adding an extra layer of richness to the experience. The Three Peak Challenge is not just a test of fitness; it is an exploration of Saint Lucia’s diverse ecosystems, a celebration of its natural wonders, and a memorable journey that combines adventure, fitness, and the sheer beauty of the Caribbean landscape. Reach out to the activities team for registration details today.

BodyStats

Get educated on your current health and fitness status regarding age and gender-matched norms. The BodyStats assessment is a comprehensive health-related fitness evaluation used to measure your physical fitness and risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and/or cardiovascular disease. Information gathered will be helpful in the development of your exercise program.

The assessment includes some or all of the following:

  • Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
  • Height, Weight, and BMI
  • Body Composition
  • Waist Circumference
  • Peak Expiratory Flow
  • Functional Movement Screening
  • Cardiorespiratory Fitness
  • Muscular Strength
  • Muscular Endurance
  • Flexibility

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WellFit Trail

BodyHolidays Wellfit Trail offers another challenging course for fitness. Meandering across the beach and up into the hills surrounding the resort, the one-mile trail is designed for every guest and any level of workout you desire.

The course can be walked or hiked, or you can choose a more challenging route by running the trail and taking part in the activities set out along the way, including a balance beam, parallel bars and cargo net, a tunnel and rope bridge, various exercise stations, and a tyre run. Instructional plaques are posted on each piece of equipment with full instructions and diagrams.

Triathlon

Embark on a journey of wellness and exhilaration with our Triathlon, a thrilling event set against the breathtaking backdrop of Saint Lucia’s Cap Estate. Dive into the azure waters for an invigorating half-mile swim, as the tropical sea embraces you in its warmth. Feel the rush as you pedal through the lush landscapes during a challenging 10.5k bike ride, exploring the scenic beauty of Cap Estate. Lace-up your running shoes for a scenic 6k run to Pigeon Island, where every step is a testament to your strength and endurance. More than a triathlon, this is an extraordinary experience where mind, body, and soul converge. Join us for BodyHoliday’s Triathlon, where the pursuit of fitness and the embrace of nature create memories to last a lifetime.

Sport

Sports

Dream whatever your perfect island getaway looks like, and make it happen at BodyHoliday. Whether it’s scuba and sailing, tennis and cycling, or swimming and lying on the beach, our wellness experience is about enjoying your life’s passions and discovering new ones.

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BodyHoliday Sailing

Sailing

BodyHoliday’s Sailing Club & School brings guests an exhilarating new way to experience Saint Lucia. The sailing school fleet comprises “Aurora Rose,” a J-24 racer, “Blue” and “Reef,” our state-of-the-art X-TREME 26 race boats, and several Hobie Cats and Hobie Cat 16s. We are an ASA-certified venue with an extensive range of sailing programmes included in your stay or available at an additional cost.

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Adventure Program

Adventure Program

Saint Lucia provides a unique and inspiring setting for amazing experiences. The island is full of beauty, mystery, and adventure—from the Mystic Mountains (Pitons) and interior Rain Forest to the surrounding Caribbean Sea and the wondrous world beneath its surface.

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Yoga

BodyYoga

Your wellness holiday is for the mind, body, and spirit. At BodyHoliday, we specialise in yoga and other practices that help improve discipline, patience, focus, and concentration on your journey to becoming your best self.

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Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving

The BodyHoliday Dive Centre is home to a world-class scuba programme suited to everyone from beginners to the most advanced. Our skilled and experienced scuba instructors are Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) certified and are here to help ensure a safe and ultimately enjoyable experience.

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