Booty class

Build your shape

A lower-body class where the glutes, thighs and core take the lead. Sixty minutes to music, with squats, lunges and bridges, and a lot of small, slow movements that will tell you exactly where your glutes are the next day.

What kind of class is this?

Two worlds meet in it. One is functional strength work: dynamic squats, lunges and step-ups with dumbbells or resistance bands. The other is slow, Pilates-inspired control work: small movements held for a long time, where the difficulty is not the load but the rule that you may not swing.

The alternation is what makes the class both strengthening and demanding, and what keeps it from becoming monotonous.

How do I know if it suits me?

If you want a strong, resilient lower body, this is the fastest route to it in a group class. Beginners are welcome: the band resistance and the weights are your choice, and in the slow sections nobody can fall behind.

Strong glutes and core are not only about looks: they hold your pelvis and lower back. If you sit a lot, these are probably your weakest muscles.

Why is it worth trying?

• Strengthens the glutes, thighs and core
• Improves balance and pelvic stability
• Builds endurance and mobility
• Teaches you to engage the glutes consciously
• Works exactly what rests during a day at a desk