A fitness event is coming to Manchester and there’s a famous face behind it.
If you’re interested in exercise, you’ll probably be familiar with fitness coach Joe Wicks who offered at-home workouts for people in the UK during the coronavirus pandemic.
Wicks will be bringing a new fitness event to the city, called MOVE Manchester, giving the community a chance to try out yoga, workout classes and even meet Joe Wicks himself.
Wicks, also known as The Body Coach, will host the event with fitness clothing brand Lululemon this weekend.
Here’s everything you need to know about MOVE Manchester.
When and where is MOVE Manchester taking place?
MOVE Manchester is a three-day experience starting on Friday, January 26 and ending on Sunday, January 28.
The event will take place at Aviva Studios on Water Street in Manchester – the postcode is M3 4JQ.
Those wishing to visit will benefit from knowing the opening times which are 9am-10.30pm.
How much does the fitness event cost?
All sessions start at £10 each or you can opt for the Ultimate MOVE Experience Package which costs £90.
This package includes two sessions, a signed copy of Joe Wicks’ book Feel Good in 15, an ice bath with experience as well as a one year subscription to The Body Coach app which usually costs £89.99.
You can buy your tickets and find out more about the event via The Body Coach website.
What can you look forward to at the event?
MOVE Manchester will include workouts as well as small talks with Joe Wicks and guests.
The schedule for Saturday and Sunday has been outlined on the website:
Feel-good HIIT with Joe Wicks:
- January 27 – 9.30am
- January 28 – 9.30am
Calming Yoga with Live Violin and Cello:
- January 27 – 12.30am
- January 28 – 12.30am
PE with Joe Wicks:
- January 27 – 3pm
- January 28 – 3pm
Sound Bath with Jasmine Hemsley:
- January 27 – 6pm
Joe’s HIIT Party with Live DJ:
- January 27 – 8.30pm
The website adds: “There will be a community hub with a range of free events and activities, including the chance to experience an ice bath with ice bath experts Brass Monkey, cooking and wellness sessions, a giant hopscotch obstacle course, self-care lounge, fitness raves and a collaborative motivation mural.
“Plus lululemon will also be hosting a pop-up shop and personalisation station. There are sessions for all ages and abilities.”
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