Sports centre figures boost at Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University’s Sports Centre is celebrating a record year after discovering that its participation figures have increased by 90% for exercise classes (Fit Together) compared to the same period last year. Not only are the students making better use of the facilities available but also the local community, who are attending more classes and going to the gym more often. The vast majority are females who are attracted to the exercise classes with the Zumba dance class being a clear favourite, closely followed by circuit training and bodyfit. Frank Rowe, Director of the University’s Sports Centre, explains, “We are delighted with these figures and that the students, staff and the community are keeping fit and healthy whilst making best use of the facilities and services available. “It is interesting to note that the number of females keeping fit has risen dramatically. This is down to a host of different factors which include being able to train in a safe environment, ...