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Aspire Active Ladies Club- registration is open!

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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 10:56

Overcrowding is not a huge problem these days...though i do know October will be a very FULL month since many new members have signed up...so its possible that might change. I would reccomend trying it out to see if it works for you. Im close to Aspire so the drive isnt bad. Some of the popular classes get filled up quickly and in those cases you might have to come earlier. But that being said, I have noticed this month, they have revised the schedule so that 2 of the popular classes are held at the same time...ppl have to choose one or the other and so there is no over crowding. But again, that might change. Spinning is pretty good at Aspire (I like it a lot..but I havent tried it anywhere else..so wouldnt know how to compare). There are many instructors who do spinning, and I would reccomend trying them all out to see which instructor/class/music you like better. The variety of classes is great - Spinning, Tae Bo, Rip n Lift (Weight lifting), Kettle bell, Zumba, Pilates, Yoga, Step, RIPPED, and many others etc. The other thing I like, is that they introduce new classes every few weeks, and also change the routines in the classes every few weeks. Give it a try for a month and see if you like it?

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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 21:50

Hi Dan Lou that was exactly what I was bothered about having to stand in line for 30 mins for a class but maybe it has improved now GAW should be able to confirm that !? It does seem value for money as the going rate seems to be an eye watering 50 riyal on a pay as you go basis everywhere I looked and fitness first is 1799 for 3 months !! I can't believe exercising is so expensive here after being in the UK where you have city gyms all desparate for business and great deals to be had....on a good day I am only 10 minutes from aspire so it seems like the best option if overcrowding is not a major problem GAW which classes are fine without having to queue for ages and is the spinning any good ??

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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 21:36

Hi Liro, as Gaw says give it a go, if you try it for a month there's nothing lost really! But.... my experience in my trial month was that I was a bit frustrated that when I signed up for a class I had to stay in a queue until the class started. In the past at other gyms I'd sign in and then pop on the bike or treadmill for say 20 minutes. But at Aspire (at least when I tried it, probably 2 years ago, things may have changed) it was required to stand in the line to keep "your place". The classes themselves were pretty good, some better than others, and of course you get out what you put in, but they are (or used to be) only 45 mins. So to drive there, stand in a queue, have a 45 min class and then drive home - I decided ultimately I could get a better workout at our compound gym. That's just my experience. Like most things in Doha, you've just got to give it a go and see if it works for you, good luck!

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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 18:46

I would say that the membership is worth if you are able to attend classes between 8-11.00am and 16-20pm, Sunday through Thursday, and if you are not too far from the Villagio. All classes are included (zumba, pilates, yoga, tae bo,...) Teachers are quite good, always smiling even the audience is not 'performing' very well (from what I have seen) I know that Fitness First has higher prices and most of the time you have to subscribe for a longer period. At Aspire, even if you subscribe per month, it is not too expensive. Just try it and see if it is for you :-)

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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 14:10

can i just ask Gaw whether you think the membership is worth it? Are there plenty of good classes to go to? just as my gym at home was everything all in for the same price as their basic..or is that normal for Qatar? Thanks

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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 12:59

They probably do now for the period starting on October 1. You have first a trial period of one month (QAR 200). Last month I renewed my membership for a three-months period (QAR 450). For that price you have access to all fitness classes (aquatics and gym are available for extra fees). You can also have register per class (QAR 50) but I guess it depends on availability. Some classes are probably crowded (but they have a maximum number of participants) but not the ones I selected ;-) Attention: you can not enter with your phone if it has a camera (as they do not want local ladies to be photographed)-deposit at the entrance-, and bags are automatically checked. More info: http://www.aspire.qa/ASPIREACTIVE/WomensFitness/Pages/WomensFitness.aspx

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Latest post on 21 September 2013 - 12:22

Sorry to hijack an old post....Does anyone know if they are taking new memberships at the moment ?? if so can you just register for the classes which is all I really want or do you have to add on a gym or swim package ? If anyone goes here what are the classes like and do they get really busy or over subscribed ??

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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 18:53

Thanks Picklz Thanks!!! I did try driving there today after school pickup but obviously closed That and the fact there were roadblocks everywhere to get close to the gym itself Why? But will go Tomo after school drop off! Thks!

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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 11:22

In case you havent gone yet...I checked this morning and they have opened registration for the month of October today. I saw lots of ladies signing up! It doesnt stay open for long though...better to go today if you can!

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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 12:53

dont go by what the recorded voicemail says...they dont always update that. You could try posting on their facebook page and ask if registerations are open for the womens classes. Or just drive by. I will go there perhaps sometime next week..I could check as well and let you know.

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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 01:19

I just called e number again and the recorded message said registrations r closed until further notice .. Could anyone going to the women's classes pls let me know Or should I just drive there and check anyway Seems crazy - everything in this country has wait lists!! Thanks in advance

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