5 Modern Sport Clubs in Nicosia

One of the most important criteria for assessing the performance of a country is the sporting achievements of its representatives. First of all, the results of performances in major international competitions. In turn, success in physical education and sport depends on the conditions created in the country by the public and private sectors. In support of this thesis, the following is an overview of the leading sports clubs in the capital of Cyprus, which are of particular importance in the absence of the sea.

Olympus Gym

Olympus Gym is one of the oldest sports clubs in Cyprus. Founded in 1980 as a family business, it is located near the centre of Nicosia. Its staff provide professional treatment and rehabilitation services to its guests. In addition to regular Nicosia residents, the club is home to a number of high-profile athletes, including tennis champion Marcos Baghdatis.

Olympus Gym has prepared the following classes:

1. Pilates: This is a total body workout. It helps develop strength and endurance, muscle flexibility and elasticity. Special attention is paid to spinal alignment, correct breathing and improving coordination and balance. The centre's instructors have more than 300 exercises in their arsenal for this type of activity.
2. Personal training for pregnant women: pregnancy is a special time for every woman. For this reason, the centre offers physical training and takes care of expectant mothers of all ages.

1. Functional training: This type of physical activity is mainly used to improve flexibility and endurance. Cycling machines, gymnastics and weightlifting equipment are used during the sessions. These exercises help to increase muscle mass and improve cardiovascular function.
2. Small group personal training. There are no more than 5 people in each group. Sessions last from 30 minutes to an hour. Each client gets the best results from the training. In addition, this format is also used to offer classes for visitors over the age of 60. Combining all the efforts and skills of the club's staff, the reason why people come to Olympus Gym is obvious.

Address: 8 Tirteos Street, Nicosia

Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 6.00 to 22.00, Saturday from 6.00 to 17.00, Sunday from 15.00 to 19.00.

Olympus Gym on the map.

Nicosia Gymnastic Centre.

The gymnastics centre of the capital of Cyprus has been gaining its status for more than 35 years. It guarantees excellent quality of service, safe training, including individual training, and encourages all those who wish to protect their health and improve their quality of life.

The centre offers courses in the following disciplines to those who are interested in physical activity:

1. Aerobics: a series of aerobic exercises performed to music, designed to increase muscle contraction and flexibility, improve the body's constitution and reduce fat deposits.
2. Pilates: the methodology of these exercises was created by Joseph Pilates and is based on: relaxation, concentration, correct breathing, endurance and circular movements. The body is trained as a whole and each movement produces a feeling of well-being and vitality.
3. Yoga: The word yoga itself means the union of mind and body. Through this practice there is self-introspection and finding harmony in the physical, emotional and spiritual sense. All these activities are aimed at self-discipline, clarity of mind and strengthening of the body. Yoga uses physical exercise, breathing and meditation.
4. Zumba: a dance programme incorporating Latin American rhythms. It incorporates salsa, samba, flamenco and even belly dancing. From the outside, it looks like a dance party.
5. Strength training: This type of training uses muscle resistance to increase strength and endurance. The centre is equipped with modern exercise machines to make the classes as effective as possible.
6. Pool classes: Exercising in the water is the safest way to exercise and have fun. Water therapy has been known since ancient times and is used to treat muscular pains, locomotor disorders and for guests who cannot put weight on an injured or operated leg.
7. Swimming: a complete form of aerobic exercise that works almost the whole body and is the ideal form of rehabilitation after injuries. The heated pool has a swimming programme for younger visitors. Children's classes are designed to teach and develop basic swimming skills in a fun way. The heated indoor pool meets EU safety standards and is designed for swimming, relaxation and physiotherapy.

A person's appearance is one of the most important factors in todays society. By discussing the needs of a particular visitor, the centre's specialists adapt the procedures and programmes according to his or her wishes. The beauty salon offers a wide range of services and treatments such as

1. Swedish sports massage with hot stones;
2. Cellulite massage;
3. Aroma and oxygen therapy
4. Facial cleansing, including ultrasonic cleansing
5. Moisturising and firming treatments;
6. Body fat reduction;
7. Manicures and pedicures.

The centre also offers special courses for brides-to-be. A special diet and exercises are selected for them to maximise results.

Address: 9 Etaleo Street, Stravolos, Nicosia.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 6.00 to 20.30, Saturday from 8.00 to 1500, Sunday - closed.

Nicosia Gymnastic Centre on the map

Yoga Fusion Club

The name of this sports club says it all: its main speciality is yoga. The certified instructors strive to share their love of fitness and health with their students, who range in age from 4 to 70. The facility is located in the centre of the capital and offers classes in small groups so that everyone can receive attention and guidance for safe and effective instruction.

The club offers visitors the following activities:

1. Aerial Yoga: These classes correct posture, strengthen muscles, and activate the digestive, circulatory and respiratory systems. Participants also gain a sense of freedom and self-confidence. The level of toxins in the body is reduced.
2. Yoga Fusion: a unique combination of yoga and stretching. It is primarily used to warm up the body, followed by fitness or strength training.
3. Hatha Yoga: The most widely practiced yoga in the world. Participants assume certain postures, breathe correctly and make mental efforts to develop strength, flexibility and concentration. In this way, Hatha yoga builds stamina and creates a sense of well-being. It promotes physical and mental balance and reduces stress.

1. Bungee Fitness: a high intensity workout that boosts your metabolism and allows you to start burning fat immediately without putting stress on your joints. It is a weighted exercise programme based on specific movements and low impact. It promotes intensive fat burning, builds endurance, improves flexibility and mobility.
2. Fusion Fitness: is fitness and strength training designed to work the major muscle groups using a variety of equipment (TRX, light weights, Pilates ball) and your body weight. This class also includes cardio training to keep your heart muscles working.

The club is responsible for internal etiquette, maintaining cleanliness and fulfilling all instructor requirements.

Address: 5 Ilia Venesi Street, Nicosia

Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 18.00 to 22.00

Yoga Fusion Club on the map

Elite Body Gym

The owner of Elite Body has over 20 years of experience in fitness training and rehabilitation. The centre's mission is simple: to improve the quality of life through fitness. There is a well-equipped gym, group and individual training.

Instructors teach classes in the following disciplines

1. Muscle training to build muscle strength and endurance. This improves posture, strengthens the abdominal muscles and helps prevent injuries.
2. Specific training to build and tone the buttocks. Relieves discomfort in the lower back, hips and knees. Improves your ability to run, jump and cycle
3. A calorie-burning workout that combines dance moves with music.
4. The specialised class helps improve fitness and coordination. It also improves mental health, flexibility and stamina.

1. High intensity interval training for cardiovascular health, improved oxygen consumption and blood flow, fat burning and increased metabolism.

The club also offers classes that combine Pilates, yoga and Tai Chi. They promote calmness, a positive attitude and improved sleep quality.

Address: 36 Kallipoleos Street, Nicosia

Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 07.30 to 15.00, Saturday - from 8.30 to 12.00, Sunday - day off.

Elite Body Gym on the map

RYL Redefine Your Limits Club

The club offers unique training plans, including triathlon, for those who care about their health and want to improve their performance. The classes are carefully designed by the centre's instructors, taking into account the health and abilities of the visitors.

Each class is divided according to the fitness level of the participants:

1. Fitness: at an introductory level, the programme is suitable for people who have never exercised before and does not require any special equipment. After a few weeks, exercises to strengthen different muscles of the body, especially the lower back, are added. The training time increases from 30 to 45 minutes and the back muscles are intensively strengthened.
2. Running: A medical certificate is required to start this class. The first level is designed for runners who are not successful over short distances. The next level is for those who are able to run 5 kilometres in 25 minutes. The third level is for experienced runners who are able to run the 10km distance, which with hard training can be increased to the half marathon distance.

1. Swimming: The first level is for those who know the basics of swimming technique but are not physically fit enough. The second level is for those who know the techniques of different strokes and want to improve their fitness. The third level is for those who have swimming experience, are in good physical condition and want to improve their speed in the water and endurance.
2. Triathlon: a sport consisting of a continuous distance of swimming, cycling and running, each of which is a separate sport. The beginner level is for those who are new to the discipline and have a basic knowledge of open water swimming, cycling and road running. The Intermediate programme is designed for athletes who have completed several triathlon distances. They have some experience of the course and are confident in their abilities. At the most advanced level, in addition to training, there is more attention to detail and useful advice from the coach.

Visitors to the club describe the instructors as qualified and dedicated. Classes help keep the body in shape and contribute to success in business.

Address: 7 Skopa Street, Nicosia

RYL Redefine Your Limits Club on the map

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