Group Ex
Group exercise at Seattle Athletic Club is designed to support every aspect of your fitness journey under the expert guidance of highly qualified instructors. From improving cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength to enhancing flexibility and body composition, our diverse range of classes offers something for everyone. Whether you’re into sports conditioning, dance, step, indoor cycling, water-based workouts, or mind-body practices like yoga and Pilates, you’ll find a class that inspires and challenges you.
All group exercise classes are included in your membership, ensuring you have unlimited access to a variety of workouts. Most classes are 60 minutes, blending warm-ups, cardio, strength training, core work, cool-downs, and stretching to deliver a comprehensive and effective workout experience.
Our instructors are among the most experienced and credentialed in Seattle. With at least two years of teaching experience and nationally recognized certifications, they create a welcoming environment where participants feel encouraged and empowered to achieve their goals. Instructors stay up to date with the latest fitness research through ongoing education, ensuring every class is both safe and effective. They’ll coach you on proper technique, motivate you to push your limits, and make every session fun and rewarding. Our state-of-the-art studios, equipped with premium gear, further enhance your workout experience.
What Sets Our Group Exercise Instructors Apart
- Nationally recognized certifications that require ongoing education.
- A minimum of two years of teaching experience.
- Expertise in coaching proper technique and body alignment.
- Ability to inspire and motivate participants to achieve their best.
- Options for all fitness levels, from beginner to advanced.
- Engaging routines set to energetic music, designed to be both safe and effective.
Group Exercise Events
We believe fitness is more than a workout—it’s a community. That’s why we regularly host events that add excitement and camaraderie to your fitness experience. From our Zumba Holiday Celebration to biannual BODYPUMP launches and the lively Cinco de Mayo Zumba Celebration, these events are a chance to connect with fellow members and enjoy a festive atmosphere while staying active.
Group Exercise Workshops
To help you get the most out of your workouts, we offer workshops designed to educate and empower. For example, our bi-annual BODYPUMP class provides valuable insights into proper form and technique, ensuring your workouts are safe and effective. Most workshops are included as part of your membership—just one more way we support your success.
Benefits of Group Exercise
- Build self-confidence while connecting with a supportive community.
- Burn calories and achieve a leaner physique.
- Boost overall fitness and endurance.
Enhance coordination, agility, and bone density. - Increase heart and lung capacity with a full-body workout.
- Tone and strengthen key muscle groups.
- Improve posture, core strength, and stability.
Group exercise is more than just a fitness class—it’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, connect with others, and transform your well-being.
Secrets to Successful Group Exercise Participation
Group exercise can be a transformative experience, offering energy, motivation, and connection. Follow these tips to make the most of every class and set yourself up for success on your fitness journey:
- Select a class that sounds exciting and motivating to you.
- Introduce yourself to the instructor before class.
- Let the instructor know you are new to class and inform them of any injuries you might have or modifications you might need.
- Attend a new class more than one time before deciding if it is a good fit for you. The more you take a class, the more comfortable you become. Once you understand what the class is about and you are able to execute the moves properly and safely you will get a better all-around workout.
- For proper recovery, make sure to give your body a day of rest in between the same class style. Our schedule is designed to give you options between cardio-style classes and weight bearing classes every day of the week.
- Wear proper shoes such as cross trainers, which tend to give the best support for lateral movement while providing stability.
- Wear proper attire that is comfortable and allows your body to move and breathe.
- Drink plenty of water before, during, and after class.
- Listen to your body.
- Most importantly, have fun!
At Seattle Athletic Club, we’re here to support your individual journey with a wide variety of classes, expert instructors, and a welcoming environment. Whether you’re just beginning or an experienced enthusiast, group exercise can be a powerful tool for reaching your goals.
Cycling
Experience the exhilaration of outdoor riding within the supportive, high-energy environment of our indoor cycling studio. Seattle Athletic Club’s cycling classes are thoughtfully designed to enhance every aspect of your fitness journey, focusing on cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and overall body composition. Each 60-minute session includes a warm-up, speed and endurance training, strength-building intervals, a cool-down, and guided stretching to ensure a balanced workout.
Our classes are led by Seattle’s most experienced and knowledgeable instructors, guaranteeing an engaging, safe, and results-driven experience. With a welcoming atmosphere and expert coaching, our instructors motivate and guide you to push your limits, achieve personal milestones, and have fun every step of the way.
Virtual Rides
Take your cycling experience to the next level with Wexer Virtual, an immersive platform that brings cutting-edge audio-visual technology to our studio. Whether you’re looking for a solo ride or a virtual class experience, Wexer offers a diverse selection of programs that cater to your preferences. Choose your ideal class length, difficulty, and style at the kiosk or join a scheduled virtual session to reignite the joy of your workout. With Wexer, fitness innovation meets convenience, empowering you to stay engaged and motivated.
Cycle Events
Seattle Athletic Club celebrates the energy and community spirit of cycling through a variety of themed events. From the Super Bowl Ride to the Tour de SAC and the celebratory Finishers Party, these gatherings are designed to enrich your cycling journey and connect you with fellow enthusiasts. Join us for these exciting occasions and become part of a dynamic, supportive cycling community.
Cycle Workshops
As a valued member, you’ll have access to complimentary cycling workshops aimed at building your skills and confidence. Past topics have included:
- Cycle 101: Introduction to Indoor Cycling and Our State-of-the-Art Bikes
- Rate of Perceived Exertion: Learn How Hard You Should Be Working
- Power on the Bike: Unlock Your Strength Potential
- Intro to Intervals and Endurance: Take Your Performance to the Next Level
These workshops are tailored to meet you wherever you are in your fitness journey, ensuring that you’re always equipped to progress with confidence.
Benefits of Cycling
Indoor cycling at Seattle Athletic Club offers more than just a workout—it’s an opportunity to transform your mind and body:
- Burn calories for a leaner physique.
- Boost overall fitness and energy levels.
- Strengthen your heart and lungs through a full-body workout.
- Tone and shape your legs while improving posture and core stability.
- Progress at your own pace in a supportive environment.
- Build self-confidence and resilience through every ride.
Tips for a Successful Indoor Cycling Experience
Maximize your results and enjoy every ride with these simple tips:
- Select a class that fits your schedule and goals.
- Introduce yourself to the instructor and share any specific needs or concerns.
- Give new classes a few tries to find the perfect fit and get comfortable.
- Wear breathable, movement-friendly attire.
- Stay hydrated before, during, and after class.
- Listen to your body and adjust intensity as needed.
- Most importantly—have fun and enjoy the ride!
Our Instructors
The cycling team at Seattle Athletic Club is second to none:
- Certified by nationally recognized fitness organizations and committed to ongoing education.
- Boasting over two years of teaching experience, ensuring expertise in every class.
- Skilled in coaching proper technique and body alignment for a safe and effective workout.
- Dedicated to motivating you to surpass your goals while providing modifications for all levels.
- Curating exciting, music-driven rides that inspire and challenge riders of every ability.
Whether you’re looking to improve endurance, connect with a supportive community, or simply enjoy an engaging workout, our cycling program is here to help you succeed.
Sharrón Hasu
Group Fitness Director
About Sharrón
For more than 30 years, fitness has been Sharrón’s way of connecting with people, building community, and helping others discover just how strong they really are—often stronger than they think, especially before the warm-up.
Her journey began with dance, choreography, cheerleading, cycling, and competitive athletics as a member of the Nike and Avia Aerobic Teams. After attending San Diego State University and interning at San Diego Sports Medicine, she built a rewarding career as a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, Group Fitness Director, instructor, and mentor—including 17 meaningful years at Seattle Athletic Club.
She believes great fitness programs are about much more than exercise—and definitely more than burpees. They create welcoming spaces where people feel supported, inspired, and connected. Whether encouraging someone through their very first class or celebrating a life-changing achievement, her greatest joy comes from meeting people wherever they are in their journey.
Outside of fitness, her favorite place to be is with her family. She is a wife, a mom of five, and a proud cat mom to Jake, Greywulf, and Clyde—three wonderfully different personalities who generously allow her to live in their home. Jake even became a bit of a COVID-era internet sensation, although fame has not inspired him to contribute toward the household expenses!
She is also passionate about domestic violence prevention advocacy and believes deeply in the power of compassion and community.
