Step Aerobics.

Who Is This Class For

Step Aerobics is suitable for all fitness levels, and the adjustable nature of both the platform and the choreography makes that genuinely true rather than a generalisation.

If you are new to group fitness or returning to exercise after a break, Step Aerobics is a welcoming and enjoyable entry point. The movements are taught progressively, the music keeps the energy high and the sense of achievement that comes from learning a new choreographic sequence and executing it well is one of the most motivating feelings in group fitness. Let your instructor know it is your first session and they will help you find the right step height and guide you through the basics.

If you are already fit and active, Step Aerobics delivers a genuinely demanding cardiovascular and lower body workout. The higher the step and the more powerfully you drive through each movement, the more the class demands. Experienced members consistently find Step Aerobics a challenging and rewarding session that complements strength training, running and other cardio formats effectively.

If you enjoy classes with music, choreography and a social atmosphere, Step Aerobics is one of the most enjoyable formats on the Iconic timetable. The combination of coordinated movement, upbeat music and group energy creates an experience that feels more like fun than exercise, even when the physical demand is high.

If you are looking for a lower-body focused workout that is easy on the joints, Step Aerobics delivers significant cardiovascular and muscular benefits without the impact of running or jumping on hard surfaces. The step platform absorbs some of the load and the controlled nature of the choreography keeps the movement patterns safe and joint-friendly.

What Step Aerobics Trains

Step Aerobics is a full-body workout with a particular emphasis on cardiovascular fitness and lower-body strength.

From a cardiovascular perspective, the continuous nature of the choreography keeps your heart rate elevated for the duration of the session, delivering a sustained aerobic training stimulus that improves heart health, lung capacity and endurance over time. The upbeat music and group energy make it easier to maintain effort levels throughout than in many solo cardio formats, which means members consistently work harder than they might realise.

Lower-body strength is developed through every step, squat, lunge and platform transition in the class. The glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings and calves are engaged continuously, and the repeated loading of stepping up and down with control builds muscular endurance and functional leg strength that transfers directly into everyday movement and sport.

Coordination and agility improve significantly with regular Step Aerobics attendance. Learning and executing choreographed sequences on a raised platform challenges your brain and body simultaneously, developing the neural pathways that control movement, timing and spatial awareness. Members who attend regularly often notice improvements in their coordination, balance and movement confidence that carry over into other physical activities.

Calorie burn is a notable feature of Step Aerobics. The combination of sustained cardiovascular effort and lower-body muscular work produces a high energy expenditure per session, making it one of the more effective calorie-burning formats on the Dartry timetable.

Where Step Aerobics Runs

Dartry (Dublin 6) – Step Aerobics runs exclusively at Iconic Health Clubs Dartry (Dublin 6). Check the current timetable on the Iconic Health Clubs mobile app for session times and availability throughout the week.

How to Book

All Step Aerobics classes at Iconic Health Clubs are included with your membership at no extra cost. To reserve your place, download the Iconic Health Clubs mobile app and book in advance.

If you cannot attend, please cancel at least 2 hours before the class so another member can take your place.

Not yet a member? Book a free club tour at Iconic Dartry to see the facilities and speak to the team about which membership option works best for you.