Aqua Mix.

Who Is This Class For

Aqua Mix is one of the most accessible classes in the aqua fitness range. Because the format changes throughout the session, there is something in every class that will suit you regardless of your fitness level or experience. If one section feels too intense, you can dial it back and pick up the pace again in the next block.

It is a good option if you are new to aqua fitness and want to try different styles of pool-based training before deciding which specialist classes to add to your routine. It also works well for regular aqua members who want a session that keeps things varied and avoids the routine of repeating the same class format every week.

The class suits all ages and abilities. The water environment makes it especially suitable for anyone managing joint issues, recovering from injury, or looking for a way to train at a good intensity without the impact of land-based exercise.

Benefits of a Multi-Format Aqua Workout

Training in the water already offers advantages that you do not get on land. Water is roughly 800 times denser than air, so every movement works against natural resistance. The buoyancy reduces load on your joints by up to 90 percent. And the hydrostatic pressure of the water supports circulation and can help reduce post-exercise soreness.

Aqua Mix adds to this by challenging your body in multiple ways within a single session. Combining cardio, resistance and power work in one class means you are improving cardiovascular fitness, building muscular endurance and working on toning simultaneously. This kind of varied stimulus is more effective for overall fitness than repeating the same movement pattern for 45 minutes.

The pool also keeps your body temperature regulated during intense efforts, so you can push harder for longer without overheating. Many members find that aqua classes allow them to sustain a higher work rate than they would manage in an equivalent land-based session.

Where Aqua Mix Runs

Smithfield (Dublin 7) Aqua Mix runs at our Smithfield location, which has a heated swimming pool equipped with specialist aqua fitness equipment. The class appears multiple times on the weekly timetable, including Thursday evening at 18:10 and Friday morning at 10:00.

Smithfield also offers the widest range of aqua fitness classes of any Iconic location, including Aqua Pump, Aqua Slim and Aqua Jump.

Book via the Iconic Health Clubs mobile app or check the full Smithfield timetable for current times.

Dartry (Dublin 6) Aqua Mix is not currently on the Dartry timetable. Dartry has a swimming pool and runs Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Pump and Aqua Combat. If you train at Dartry, Aqua Aerobics is the closest equivalent to the varied format of Aqua Mix.

Camden Street and IFSC These locations do not have swimming pools, so aqua classes are not available there.

Other Aqua Fitness Classes

If you enjoy Aqua Mix, you might want to try the specialist classes that it draws from:

Aqua Pump – A resistance training class using aquatic barbells and dumbbells for strength and toning. Available at Smithfield and Dartry.

Aqua Slim – A targeted toning class focusing on upper body, abs and glutes using water resistance. Available at Smithfield.

Aqua Aerobics – A classic pool fitness class for cardiovascular conditioning and overall strength. Available at Dartry.

For the full overview of pool-based fitness at Iconic, visit our Aqua Fitness Classes Dublin page.

How to Book

All classes at Iconic Health Clubs are included with your membership at no extra cost. To book your place, download the Iconic Health Clubs mobile app and reserve your spot in advance. We ask that you cancel at least 2 hours before the class if you cannot attend, so other members can take your spot.

Not a member yet? Book a free club tour to see our pool facilities and speak to the team about which membership option suits you best.