GymNation’s Innovative Coolest Class Becomes a Global Sensation

Summer can be a challenging time for fitness enthusiasts. With soaring temperatures making outdoor workouts unbearable and even gyms struggling to stay cool, it’s easy to see why some are tempted to skip their sessions entirely.

With the UK preparing for another heatwave, gym-goers are looking for ways to beat the heat during their workouts.

That's why GymNation, Dubai’s leading gym chain boasting over 120,000 members, has captured global attention with its game-changing “Coolest Class” workout.

This ingenious summer fitness solution uses over 1,000kg of ice weekly to transform traditional workouts into refreshing, fun exercises.

Participants engage in creative drills, pushing giant ice blocks, performing squats with ice-filled vests, and sprinting against the cooling breeze of massive chiller fans.

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A Social Media Sensation

The inventive workout has surged in popularity on social media, with excitement and envy spilling over internationally.

Sweaty Brits are especially vocal, with many wishing for a similar class locally. Commenters on Instagram declared their admiration, with one saying, “I’ll go… Just bring it to my front door,” while another announced, “Other gym plans immediately canceled for July and August.”

The Cool Workouts

“The Coolest Class” combines high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with ice-based challenges to keep participants cool while they sweat. Class activities include:

• Blizzard Sprints – Treadmill runs against a giant fan, adding resistance while cooling runners down.
  
  
• Polar Push – Sled pushes armed with ice blocks to boost power and stability.
  
  
• Frosted Reps – Squats enhanced with ice-packed weighted vests.
  
  
• Glacier Grip Challenge – Bicep curls and lunges completed with ice buckets.
  
  
• Chill Zone Recovery – A relaxing post-workout recovery area featuring ice baths to reduce inflammation and promote faster muscle recovery.
  
  

Fit for Dubai

According to GymNation’s Chief Marketing Officer, Rory McEntee, the class was designed as a direct response to the oppressive summer heat that often discourages physical activity.

“We pride ourselves on being the people’s gym and listening to what our members need.

Peak summer in Dubai becomes a real challenge due to overheating,” McEntee explained.

He added, “Launching this class ensures our members can stay active, motivated, and cool, even in the hottest months.

The response has been incredible, and it’s been fun to see fitness fans around the world engaging with the concept online.”

While “The Coolest Class” remains a Dubai-exclusive experience for now, its popularity has sparked interest from fitness enthusiasts in the UK, Europe, and Australia, with many reaching out to GymNation to reserve spots during upcoming trips to the UAE.

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For Now, No Plans Beyond Dubai

Despite the buzz and requests from around the world, McEntee confirmed there are no immediate plans to bring “The Coolest Class” to other countries.

Still, the concept serves as a powerful inspiration, showing how innovation can tackle even the toughest challenges—like working out in the heat.

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