What Does a Typical Week of Classes Look Like at a HIIT Gym?
If you've never been to a HIIT gym, a typical week of HIIT classes in West Hampstead is hard to picture. Is it the same workout five times over? Do you choose your own sessions? How many do you actually need? Here's how a normal week works at HIIT West Hampstead, based on our live timetable and the way members really use it.
Quick answer: A typical week at HIIT West Hampstead is two or three 45-minute classes, mixing conditioning, strength and a Friday or Sunday specialist session. Memberships start at £45 per 28 days for one class a week.
How the Week Is Built
Every HIIT class and every Small Group Personal Training (SGPT) session runs for 45 minutes. The timetable shows what's on each day, and sessions are scheduled around the busiest morning and evening slots so they fit around work. You book in advance through our app, which is worth doing early because classes can fill up quickly, SGPT especially, as the groups are small. The app is free to download on Android or iOS.
There's no fixed pattern you have to follow. You pick the days and the class types that suit your week, and the format changes enough that you won't be repeating yesterday's session.
The Class Types You'll Rotate Through
Our HIIT classes come in several flavours. HIIT Circuits works every muscle group with cardio, abs and non-stop rounds. HIIT Energy is the cardio-heavy one. HIIT Strength uses heavy compound lifts with barbells and racks. Ass N Abs targets the areas people always ask about, HIIT TRX brings in suspension training, and there are boxing-style sessions too.
On top of that, the week has a few fixed points. CrossFit-style POWER classes run every Friday and Sunday at 5pm, and Hyrox classes run every Friday and Sunday at 6pm. Both are included in a HIIT membership, with no extra fees or credit packs. The postnatal class runs on Mondays and Thursdays, and SGPT sits alongside all of it for anyone who wants smaller groups and heavier lifting.
Sample Weeks for Different Goals
The honest answer to 'how many classes?' depends on your life as much as your goals. These are examples, not rules, and you can mix them however you like.
Example weeks at HIIT West Hampstead
| Pattern | Example week | Price per 28 days | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Once a week | One HIIT Circuits class you protect in the diary | £45 | Easing back in, or a very busy schedule |
| Twice a week | One conditioning class (Energy or Circuits) and one HIIT Strength session | £85 | Steady progress without overdoing it |
| Three times a week | Conditioning, Strength, then a Friday or Sunday POWER or Hyrox class | £119 (most popular) | Faster results and more variety |
| SGPT, twice a week | Two small-group strength sessions, capped at 8 people | £169 | Technique, progression and heavier lifting |
What a Beginner's First Fortnight Looks Like
If you're new, the 2-Week Kickstart gives you four HIIT classes for £39, which works out at roughly two a week. It includes a consultation so the coaches know your goals and any niggles before you start. Use the fortnight to try different class types and find out which one they'd actually look forward to.
So, How Many Should You Book?
For most people, two a week is the sweet spot while you're building the habit, and three suits those who want quicker change. HIIT is demanding, so leave a recovery day between hard sessions. Our coaches have written about it in is HIIT safe every day, and the short version is that more isn't automatically better.
Booking, Cancelling and the 28-Day Cycle
Memberships run on a 28-day cycle rather than a calendar month, so you never lose a week to a five-Monday month. If you can't make a class, cancel within the notice period so someone else can take your spot and you avoid a late-cancel fee. Full tiers are on the prices page.
What a Week Looks Like for Different People
A busy professional might book a Tuesday HIIT Circuits class and a Friday POWER session, keeping the other evenings free for work and life. Someone returning to exercise after a break might start with one class a week and add a second after a fortnight, once their legs have stopped complaining on the stairs. A new parent might pair the Monday or Thursday postnatal class with an extra session when the childcare allows.
If you're curious about racing, the Friday and Sunday Hyrox classes slot in neatly after a couple of regular HIIT sessions. They're beginner friendly, running is optional, and they're included in your membership, so trying one costs you nothing extra.
What to Bring Every Time
Comfortable training clothes, a water bottle and a towel are all you need, plus a padlock if you'd like to use a locker. We supply the functional equipment in class, and there are male and female changing rooms with showers, so you can come straight from the office and leave ready for the evening.
Still not sure what a week would look like for you? Our guide to what actually fits into a busy schedule goes through it in more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is each class?
Every HIIT class and SGPT session at HIIT West Hampstead lasts 45 minutes.
How many classes should a beginner book each week?
One or two classes a week is plenty to start. Three a week suits people who want faster progress, with recovery between hard sessions.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Booking through the app is recommended because classes can fill quickly, especially SGPT, where the groups are small.
Try a Typical Week of HIIT Classes for £39
Start with the 2-Week Kickstart: four coach-led classes and a goal-setting consultation, so you can see how a real week fits your diary.
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