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Staying Active in Luxury
Words Bevery Poukah
It’s fair to say that all you really need in a gym are a few key pieces of equipment such as free weights, treadmills, cables machines and medicine balls this list would simply get the job done however minimal equipment in an ordinary space won’t inspire you to have an extraordinary workout (or come back for more). Right now, we expect more from gyms so here’s WOTC’s list of luxury gyms to stay active in from all over the world.
The Klay Club - Paris
Paris has had a few designer gyms pop up on the scene, though this trend took a while to blossom in France in comparison to England or America, though the city of love of love is finally catching up space and location is normally hard to come by which makes the Klay Club even more spectacular giving us a true parisian vibe located in a former renovated book warehouse in the ‘populaire’ Montogeuil quartier with five floors, 2000m, great design and loads of natural lighting Klay also invites you to beat yourself on high tech machinery.
Paris Country Club
The Paris Country Club is a high end private club only accessible through registration for the whole family the club is at a 110m altitude surrounded by 135 acres of greenery, the air is cleaner the ideal place to find a second breath 10 mins away from the Place de l’Etolie, being a member of The Paris Country Club means you enjoy the luxury of top of the range relaxation facilities and sports including golf, tennis and fitness in a unique and secure setting, alone, with friends, as a couple or with a family.
Aspira Harbour Club - Milan
The Aspira Harbour Club Milan is known as one of Europe’s premier clubs which caters to every facet of well-being blending fitness and spa a mini vacation for body and soul.The Milan Club is set in seven hectares of greenery featuring indoor and outdoor state of the art facilities, an award winning spa, renowned tennis academy exclusive social calendar as well as a variety of restaurants, a vast array of family amenities, members lounges, dedicated business and co - working spaces - this is truly a club in the true sense of the word.
Six Senses Spa - Spain, Barcelona
Located in one of Barcelona’s most prestigious and posh hotels, the Six Senses Spa and Gym is the perfect place for spiritual well being, incredible spa services and a lot of relaxation. Situated on the 42nd - 43rd floors of the highest buildings in Spain, the spa gives way onto an extraordinary skyline view, so you can enjoy a treatment or have a drink while looking out onto the Mediterranean. The treatments range from various types of massages including the Hot Stone Chocolate Massage and Lavender Massage to plenty of others. They also have Asian therapies and hydrating and detoxifying ones as well.
The Houstonian Hotel Club and Spa - Houston, Texas
Everything in Texas is big and The Houstonian a private luxury health and fitness club holds true to the notion, taking up 27 acres this spectacular facility takes luxury gyms to the next level offering 300 + pieces of workout equipment over 200 group classes, private dieticians, a 50,000 foot tennis facility, the only indoor courts in the immediate area with private changing where your laundry can be done it’s clear to see that no expense was spared in providing the most awe inspiring, modern and luxurious athletic club which feels like a fitness amusement park than a gym.
Aqua Expeditions Peru
Out of all the locations in the world that would make you want to put on your running shoes and go for a sprint, the Amazon Rainforest would rank quite highly. Don’t worry comeaboard the sleek Aria Amazon River Cruiser, where you can work up a sweat in a jungle setting without constantly looking over your shoulder for rainforest creatures. The gym, while compact, has the opportunity of tuning views up and down Peru’s Amazon River, with an evening food menu courtesy of renowned national chefs and you’ll have ample reason to use it.
Fairmont Banff Springs - Banff, Canada
The Fairmont Banff Springs in Canada is worth a visit for two reasons: It’s nestled in the heart of one of the world’s best ski towns and has a gym with incomparable views from floor to ceiling with windows overlooking the mountain range this will be the most enjoyable treadmill run of your life, the gym has a vast variety of equipment and classes and one on one training with experienced trainers. And don’t worry if you left your sports gear in the hotel room Fairmont Fit provides guests with Reebok workout apparels, shoes and yoga mat in request.
Turtle Bay - Oahu, Hawaii
Turtle Bay Resort is located on the North Shore of Oahu has panoramic views of the gorgeous Hawaiian waters and scenery, and it’s Fitness Center takes full advantage. Guests of the hotel can access the facility with their stay, while residents of the island can join for a monthly fee. You can take part in group fitness classes including spin, yoga, pilates, and bootcamp HIIT classes or, get out of your comfort zone and try Tahitian dancing.
Sky Club House - China
The Sky Club House is a cool example of luxury, stylish health club in China’s Guangdong Province, the centre is more than just a few rows of treadmills and Stairmasters in a pale room, a luxury private club and looks like more of a minimalist temple a safe haven more than a place to burn calories after work.