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We all know you love your MUAYTHAI sessions. And at Alternative Women’s Fitness we really don’t give two craps how you pronounce it as long as you’re having a blast.  However, we’ve been getting asked time and time again what the go is. We love you all a lot, so we thought we’d lay it down real easy like. A good way to remember how to pronounce MUAYTHAI is to think back to your favourite Aussie TV show, Kath & Kim. If you remember one quote from the show, it might be something along the lines of… “LOOK AT MOY,...

(RAINBOW) PURRlates class is tailor made to condition your body, emPOWER your mind and unleash your wild side. All curious creatures are sure to find their inner fiery dazzle while increasing flexibility and strength. Pilates exercises use your midsection as the starting point for all movements, building a mighty core, muscle tone and claw strength. These low impact classes are also great for chronic back pain. Wear comfy gear that allows movement, and either pop your paws in some fluffy socks or go barefoot. In the cooler weather, bring a snuggly layer just in case. Good vibes, ferocious "ULTRA" lounge...

The place to go for craft beers on tap in Thornbury. Where: 877 High St, Thornbury. A 500m and 5 min walk up the hill from The CLUBhouse. You can drive there in 1 minute but we strongly advise leaving your car at home. What:  Beer, beer, beer and more beer. And did we mention beer? Carwyn Cellars is unique in that not only is it a seriously stocked bottle shop, you can also nip out into their spacious and newly renovated courtyard for a frosty pint. If takeaways are what you’re after, Carwyn has an impressive range of boutique wine,...

Northcote’s cosy nook for all things brekky. Where: 206 St Georges Rd, Northcote. Take a 19 minute walk from The CLUBhouse or drive there in 5-6 minutes. What: The Breakfast Club is tucked away in a cosy corner off St Georges Road, offering up a range of breakfast and brunch treats using homely yet unique ingredients. Rather than flooding their menu, The Breakfast Club keeps it simple by splitting their menu across two main sections: Brunchy Things and Sandwichy Things. You’ll find fresh spins on your old favourites, like Porridge with seasonal fruit and sweet dukkah, Ricotta and banana hotcakes with salted...

It’s time to get bent. FLEXIBELLE is a brand new sesh at Alternative Women’s Fitness designed to have you toning, bending and twisting your bod like a pro.Being a contortionist doesn’t have to be your uptime goal. You’ll build the foundations toward more flexibility, whether that’s touching your toes, doing the splits or strengthening your core. Master Trainer and bendy sorceress KITTY JANE will take you through movements that actively and passively move your joints through full ranges of motion, while incorporating myofascial release techniques.Over 6 weeks you’ll gain more awareness about your body and what it's capable of. You...