Les Mills BODYCOMBAT™.

Who Is This Class For

BodyCombat suits a broad range of members. If you enjoy high energy cardio but find treadmills and bikes repetitive, the martial arts format gives you something to focus on beyond simply pushing through minutes. The combinations engage your mind as well as your body, which makes the time fly.

If you are looking for a stress release, few classes match BodyCombat. The physical act of punching and kicking is a proven way to release tension, and the intensity of the workout triggers a significant endorphin response. Many members describe it as the best part of their week for clearing their head.

The class is suitable for all fitness levels. First-timers can start with smaller movements and lower kicks while they learn the sequences. Experienced members can add power, speed and height to every strike. Your instructor will always show options for both.

If you enjoy BodyCombat, you might also like our BoxFit class at IFSC, which takes a similar combat-inspired approach with a focus on boxing technique.

What BodyCombat Trains

BodyCombat is primarily a cardiovascular workout, but it delivers much more than just cardio. The kicking movements work your quads, hamstrings, glutes and hip flexors through a full range of motion. The punching combinations tone your arms, shoulders and upper back. And the rotational movements that power every punch and kick provide serious core training.

Les Mills research shows that BodyCombat delivers core conditioning equivalent to a dedicated abs class, because the twisting and bracing involved in every strike engages your entire midsection throughout the session. Your coordination, agility and speed also improve with regular attendance as the combinations become more natural and you are able to add power and precision.

The calorie burn is significant. A 60-minute BodyCombat session can burn up to 740 calories depending on your effort level and body weight. Even the 45-minute format delivers a substantial calorie output because the intensity stays high throughout.

Where BodyCombat Runs

Smithfield (Dublin 7) BodyCombat runs on Monday evenings at 19:15 in Studio 1. Smithfield also offers a “Welcome to Combat” intro class at 19:05, immediately before the main session. This makes Monday evening at Smithfield the ideal starting point if you are trying BodyCombat for the first time.

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

Camden Street (Dublin 2) Les Mills BodyCombat runs on Thursday evenings at 18:10 in the Aerobics Studio. The session runs for 45 minutes.

Book via the mobile app or check the full Camden Street timetable for current times.

Dartry and IFSC BodyCombat is not currently on the Dartry or IFSC timetables. If you train at Dartry and enjoy combat-style fitness, the Bootcamp class offers a similar high intensity, full body workout format. At IFSC, the BoxFit class runs several times per week and shares the combat-inspired cardio approach.

Other Les Mills Classes at Iconic

BodyCombat is one of several Les Mills programmes available at Iconic Health Clubs.

Les Mills BodyPump – The original barbell class for total body strength. Available at Smithfield, Camden St, Dartry and IFSC.

Les Mills Functional Strength – A 45-minute workout blending heavy lifting with dynamic movement patterns. Available at Smithfield, Dartry, Camden St and IFSC.

For the full range of Les Mills classes across all locations, visit our Les Mills 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 facilities and speak to the team about which membership option suits you best.