Sweaty & Sneaky: Your Way into the ‘Members Only’ Penthouse Pool Club

So… we love the VIDA Fitness Penthouse Pool, but we know that whole ‘must be a member’ thing makes it a little hard for everyone to handle. Well, the gym gurus must have read our minds, because this summer, they’re opening up a little part of their paradise… and making it a workout Washington destination.

Starting June 14, you, toocan splash into the season with three original rooftop exercise classes — Summer SunriseSkyline Ride or VIDA Splash — both offered on the Sundeck and in the Penthouse pool at VIDA Fitness’ U Street location at 1612 U Street, NW.  (Available for the first 30 participants, members or nonmembers!!, every Saturday)

Summer Sunrise (60 minutes)0clip_image006
Start the morning energizing sun salutations and backbends. The class will cultivate heat from within and prepare you for the day ahead with a limber body and an open heart. Cost is $125 for all five classes or $30 for a single drop in rate. Dates and times:
June 21 – 7:45 a.m.
July 19 – 7:45 a.m.
August 16 – 7:45 a.m.
September 13 – 7:45 a.m.
October 11 – 7:45 a.m.

Skyline Ride (60 minutes)
The intense interval-based spin class on the Sundeck will focus on muscular strength, power and endurance while enjoying the rhythmic ride. Cost is $125 for all five classes or $30 for a single drop in rate. Dates and times:
July 5 – 6:00 p.m.
August 2 – 6:00 p.m.
August 30 – 6:00 p.m.
September 27 – 6:00 p.m.
October 25 – 6:00 p.m.

VIDA Splash “Just Add Water and Shake” (60 minutes)0clip_image004
Splash into shape with an invigorating low-impact aquatic exercise known as the Zumba Pool Party. This class gives new meaning to the idea of a refreshing workout, which integrates the Zumba philosophy with traditional aquatic fitness disciplines blending cardio-conditioning, and body toning. Cost is $250 for all 10 class or $30 for a single drop in rate. Dates and times:
June 14 – 8:00 a.m.
June 28 – 8:00 a.m.
July 12 – 8:00 a.m.
July 26 – 8:00 a.m.
August 9 – 8:00 a.m.
August 23 – 8:00 a.m.
September 6 – 8:00 a.m.
September 20 – 8:00 a.m.
October 4 – 8:00 a.m.
October 18 – 8:00 a.m.