The Next Evolution of Strength Training is Coming to West Wood Club
Introducing LES MILLS BODYPUMP HEAVY™
Something powerful is coming to West Wood Club.
Something stronger. Something bolder. Something designed for members who want more from their training.
On 30th March 2026, West Wood Club will launch LES MILLS BODYPUMP HEAVY™ across all six of our Dublin locations.
This is not just another fitness class.
It is the next evolution of strength training.
And if you love the feeling of lifting… feeling stronger… building real muscle… and pushing your limits in an electrifying group atmosphere… you are going to love what is coming next.
Join the Pre-Launch Masterclasses
Before the official launch, we are giving members a chance to experience this brand-new workout with exclusive Masterclasses led by some of our top instructors.
And the best part?
No booking is required. Just show up and lift.
Scroll down for Masterclass dates and times.
What Is LES MILLS BODYPUMP HEAVY™?
For over 30 years, Les Mills has created some of the most popular group fitness workouts on the planet.
Millions of people around the world know and love LES MILLS BODYPUMP™, the iconic barbell workout designed to build lean muscle and strength endurance.
But now there’s a powerful new addition.
LES MILLS BODYPUMP HEAVY™.
This exciting new class takes the energy and motivation of group training and combines it with slower, heavier weightlifting designed to build serious strength.
Instead of racing through high repetitions, BODYPUMP HEAVY focuses on:
The result?
A workout that builds real strength, lean muscle, and measurable performance gains.
It’s traditional strength training.
But delivered with the music, coaching, and energy of a world-class group fitness experience.
Why BODYPUMP HEAVY Is Different
Traditional BODYPUMP focuses on the famous “Rep Effect” — high repetitions using lighter weights to develop muscular endurance and tone.
BODYPUMP HEAVY takes a different path.
It slows things down.
It lets you load the bar heavier.
It allows your muscles to work harder.
And it gives instructors more time to coach technique and form.
The result is a workout that feels powerful, focused, and incredibly effective.
Think of it as:
Strength training — made simple.
You will perform classic barbell movements that quickly get results:
Squats
Deadlifts
Presses
Rows
Lunges
Core work
Now you train with controlled tempo, heavier resistance, and a relentless focus on real strength.
This is lifting with purpose.
Weight training with precision.
And body sculpting with total confidence.
Serious Strength. Without the Intimidation.
One of the biggest barriers in weight training is something called “gymtimidation.”
Many people want to lift heavier weights…
But they feel unsure about technique. Or nervous about using the weights area. Or simply intimidated by the idea of strength training.
BODYPUMP HEAVY changes that completely.
Because you are never training alone.
You are training:
This combination makes weightlifting safe, structured, and accessible for everyone.
Beginners can start light and focus on learning technique.
Experienced members can challenge themselves with heavier loads.
Everyone progresses.
Everyone gets stronger.
What Results Can You Expect?
Let’s talk about results.
Because that’s what most members really want.
The beauty of BODYPUMP HEAVY is that it delivers real, measurable strength gains while still keeping the fun and energy of group training.
Members who train consistently can expect:
Increased Strength
Slower lifting and heavier weights challenge your muscles in a completely different way, helping you develop real functional strength.
Lean Muscle Development
Tempo-based strength training stimulates muscle growth and improves body composition.
Greater Training Confidence
You will learn proper weight training technique under expert coaching.
Improved Sports Performance
Stronger muscles improve performance in sports, running, cycling, tennis, swimming, and everyday life.
Faster Metabolism
You boost your metabolism, increase calorie burn, and support long-term fat loss with strength training.
A Stronger Body
Not just visually. But structurally. From bone density to posture to core strength.
This is the kind of training that changes bodies.
The Power of Group Energy
If you’ve ever taken a Les Mills class, you already know something powerful happens when people train together.
The energy builds.
The music drives you forward.
The instructor pushes you further than you thought possible.
That’s the magic of group fitness.
And BODYPUMP HEAVY captures it perfectly.
Traditional strength training can sometimes feel solitary.
But this class transforms lifting into a social, motivating, high-energy experience that keeps you coming back for more.
You push harder. You lift heavier. You finish your workout feeling stronger, proud, and energised.
Perfect For BODYPUMP Fans
If you already love BODYPUMP…
You’re going to love this class.
BODYPUMP HEAVY is not designed to replace the original class.
It’s designed to work alongside it.
BODYPUMP builds muscular endurance. BODYPUMP HEAVY builds strength.
Together they create a powerful training combination that allows members to:
In other words…
You get the best of both worlds.
Be Among the First to Experience It
Before the official launch on 30th March 2026, West Wood Club members will have the opportunity to experience BODYPUMP HEAVY in special Masterclasses.
These sessions will showcase the new program and give members a chance to feel the difference for themselves.
And you don’t need to book.
Just turn up, grab a barbell, and join the action.
Masterclass Schedule
Saturday 7th March – 2:00pm
West Wood Club Leopardstown
Instructor: Chris Kelleher
Sunday 8th March – 2:00pm
West Wood Club Clontarf
Instructor: Chris Kelleher
Saturday 21st March – Clontarf
Instructor: Dany Raynor
These sessions will be energetic, inspiring, and a lot of fun.
Expect:
Big music
Big lifts
Big energy
And a fantastic introduction to this groundbreaking new class.
Launching Across All Six West Wood Club Locations
Following the Masterclasses, LES MILLS BODYPUMP HEAVY will officially launch on our new group fitness timetables on 30th March 2026.
Members will be able to experience the class at all six West Wood Club locations:
West Wood Club Leopardstown
West Wood Club Clontarf Road
West Wood Club Sandymount
West Wood Club Aston Quay
West Wood Club Westmanstown
West Wood Club Dún Laoghaire
This exciting new class will become part of the incredible range of group fitness experiences available to members.
And like all our group fitness classes…
It’s included with your membership.
Why Strength Training Is More Important Than Ever
Across the fitness world, there is a growing focus on strength training.
Why?
Because the benefits go far beyond aesthetics.
Strength training helps:
It is one of the most effective forms of exercise for long-term health and physical confidence.
And BODYPUMP HEAVY makes this type of training accessible, structured, and exciting.
Instead of wondering what exercises to do…
Or how heavy to lift…
Or whether your technique is correct…
You simply follow the program.
Lift with the group.
And feel yourself getting stronger every week.
The Excitement Is Just Beginning
At West Wood Club, we constantly search the world for the most exciting and effective fitness experiences for our members.
When something truly groundbreaking appears…
We bring it to Dublin.
And that is exactly what we have done with LES MILLS BODYPUMP HEAVY.
This class represents the next chapter in the evolution of group strength training.
A class designed for the modern member.
A class that builds real strength.
A class that delivers real results.
And a class that makes lifting weights fun, motivating, and addictive.
Join the Masterclass. Feel the Difference.
If you need strength training…
If you want to build muscle…
If you want to tone and sculpt your body…
If you want to challenge yourself in a powerful new way…
Then you need to experience BODYPUMP HEAVY.
Come to one of the Masterclasses.
Bring your energy.
Bring your determination.
And discover the workout that is about to become one of the most exciting strength classes in the world.
No booking required.
Just show up.
Load the bar.
And get ready to lift.
