CLASSES
COURSES & EVENTS

A variety of group classes are available for all fitness levels and ages. Our classes are led by experienced instructors who are passionate about helping you achieve your goals.

Papa Hou timetable Bishopdale timetable

Girls doing yoga exercise in yoga studio at elevate fitness

Class Descriptions

: Never get bored of the same old moves in a high-energy class focusing on your cardio fitness while also building stamina and strength with specific muscle conditioning phases. Having powerful music and an energetic instructor to carry you along will ensure you stay motivated and have fun.

: Combined elements of high intensity, functional training with low rest periods. Designed to push you to your edge and beyond. Designed for individuals who want that extra push in their workout combining a range of equipment and exercises. Sure to leave you pumped for the day.

: Come and experience the drills and skills involved in a boxer’s workout. In this non-contact boxing fitness class you’ll utilize boxing gloves and focus pads in partner work to build physical strength, agility and endurance while also sharpening your mental focus and co-ordination.

: Take the “work” out of your workout and come and join the Zumba dance party! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.

: Jump on a bike and join the ultimate indoor cycling class. Our instructor guides the group through their ride including hills, intervals and sprints designed to challenge your fitness and deliver a massive calorie burn.

: This weights-based workout focuses on major muscle groups with the original, invigorating barbell workout. Squat, lift and curl to the beat of the music as you see your strength increase week to week.

: Perform sequences of moves to music using the step platform to increase your fitness, burn calories, increase muscle tone and improve your co-ordination – all while having a lot of fun!

: Can’t decide between attending Step or Pump? Why not both! This class fuses two of our favourite class styles to deliver a time-effective strength and cardio workout.

: Ease out stiffness or relieve pain in the joints, lengthen tight muscles and improve your general wellbeing with a 30 minute class devoted entirely to stretch. Particularly helpful in prevention of and recovery from injuries.

: Nourish your mind, body and soul while strengthening your muscles, enhancing your flexibility and releasing tension. Our instructor will guide you through dynamic standing postures, balance work, deep stretches and restorative meditation. Suitable for all levels

: Engage your mind and utilize your breath to promote core strength, flexibility and postural strength using Classical Pilates Mat methods. Our instructor will guide you through a total body conditioning, often utilizing props to help you target particular muscles.

Block Courses

Beginners Pilates

Block Course at Papa Hou
with Jennifer

This beginner Pilates programme is designed to help you move better, feel stronger and build confidence in your body — whether you’re new to Pilates or returning after a break.

Each class focuses on learning and applying the core Pilates principles, including posture, breathing, alignment, and controlled movement. You’ll be guided through beginner-friendly exercises that gently but effectively work the whole body.

Over the 8 weeks, we’ll explore the seven functional movement patterns — such as squatting, hinging, rotating and pushing — with the goal of improving:

core strength and postural awareness
mobility and flexibility
everyday strength and movement confidence.

This programme is progressive, supportive and well structured, making it ideal if you want a clear starting point and a safe way to build long-term movement habits.

9 Feb – 30 Mar 2026
Elevate Papa Hou
Mondays 6.30pm

$60/120

members/non-members

Members book here

Non-members book here

Runners Strength

Block Course at Papa Hou
with Natacha

Get ready in the next 8 weeks for the Christchurch Marathon!

Natacha will take you through this specific programme, suitable for runners of all levels, to target and strengthen muscle groups to increase power and efficiency, enhancing your running performance and supporting injury prevention.

10 Feb – 31 Mar 2026
Elevate Papa Hou
Tuesdays 6.05pm-6.50pm

$60/120

members/non-members

Members book here

Non-members book here

Intro to Olympic Weightlifting

Block Course at Papa Hou
with Luke

Ready to take your training to the next level? Join our 8-week Olympic Weightlifting programme, designed to teach you the fundamentals. No experience needed- just come along, learn at your own pace, and enjoy training along others.

Across these 1-hour sessions you will:

Build solid technique in Olympic lifts
Develop strength in squats, deadlifts and overhead pressing
Improve mobility through the hips, ankles, shoulders, and front rack
Gain confidence and stability overhead

Perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to sharpen their lifting technique. Come learn, lift and get stronger with us!

11 Feb – 1 Apr 2026
Elevate Papa Hou
Wednesdays 6.15pm

$60/120

members/non-members

Members book here

Non-members book here

Ashtanga Yoga Play

Block Course at Bishopdale
with Jacinda

This 8-week term is designed for people who want to build strength, confidence and skill within their Yoga practice in a supportive, no-pressure environment.

Using the Ashtanga Primary Series as our foundation, each class focuses on one challenging pose or transition, broken down through smart warm-ups, strength work and clear progressions. You’ll explore things like arm balances, transitions, deeper folds and inversions — with options always offered.

The focus isn’t on perfection or “getting the pose”, but on:

moving well and building control
understanding how your body works
feeling stronger and more capable week to week

This is a strong, well-structured class that still leaves room to explore and have fun — ideal if you enjoy being challenged but want to train sustainably.

11 Feb – 1 Apr 2026
Elevate Bishopdale
Wednesdays 6.30pm-7.30pm

$60/120

members/non-members

Members book here

Non-members book here

Beginner Pilates

Block Course at Bishopdale
with Jacinda

This beginner Pilates programme is designed to help you move better, feel stronger and build confidence in your body — whether you’re new to Pilates or returning after a break.

Over the 8 weeks, we’ll explore the seven functional movement patterns — such as squatting, hinging, rotating and pushing — with the goal of improving:

core strength and postural awareness
mobility and flexibility
everyday strength and movement confidence.

This programme is progressive, supportive and well structured, making it ideal if you want a clear starting point and a safe way to build long-term movement habits.

11 Feb – 1 Apr 2026
Elevate Bishopdale
Wednesdays 7.30pm-8.30pm

$60/120

members/non-members

Members book here

Non-members book here

Workshops

Keep an eye out here for our next workshop coming soon.

Specialised Sessions

Open Ballet at Papa Hou

Everyone is welcome to this class although prior experience is recommended. Designed for those with an understanding of ballet. Our teacher in Term 4, Abigail Boyle, will help grow and refine your technique and conditioning.

We’re excited to welcome back the wonderful Glen Harris, who will be teaching this class in Term 1 2026.

Those who have been to this class before can purchase concessions through their GymMaster app. Those attending for the first time can get signed sign up at Elevate Fitness Papa Hou reception, who will walk you through the process.

Term 1 2026 – 19 Jan to 1 Apr

no class on 6 Feb

Monday | Wednesday | Friday 9am-10.30am

Elevate Papa Hou

Casual class $27

10 class concession $250 (for Term 1 use only)

Unlimited class concession $744 (for Term 1 use only)

$27 per casual class

Casual class booking

Bring Your Baby

Have you recently had a baby and are ready to get back into exercise and meet other mums/dads? We have some options for you! Come along to one of our Bring Your Baby group exercise classes that run twice a week.

Yogalates

This fun and dynamic class combines elements of yaga and pilates to create a workout thats gentle yet effective. Perfect for new parents, this class allows you to bond with your baby while gaining strength. All levels welcome.

Tuesdays at 10.30am

Functional Fitness

Join us for a high-intensity interval training class designed specifically for mums and dads who want to get fit and bond with their babies/toddlers. During this 60 min session you’ll complete a variety of strength and cardio exercises with your baby by your side. We can modify to suit all fitness levels – get ready to sweat and have fun!

Thursdays at 10.30am

Elevate Bishopdale

$0/$10 members/nonmembers