Why Don’t Men Do Classes?

10 May

...And Why Maybe They Should Stop Missing Out

Let’s have a moment of honesty, lads.
You’ve looked at a fitness class schedule before. Maybe you even hovered near one, peered through the window, then swiftly retreated to your sacred dumbbell corner like a stealthy gym ninja.
But why the hesitation?
Why don’t men do fitness classes?
Let’s dig in — with a wink and a little tough love.

1. “I Don’t Like Being Told What to Do”

Ah, yes — the eternal male anthem.
Something about being given instructions in a group setting makes some guys’ inner teenager scream, “You’re not the boss of me!”
But here’s the thing:
A coach isn’t there to bark orders. They’re there to help you train smarter. Think of them less like a drill sergeant and more like a GPS for your gains.
You wouldn’t try to build a house without a blueprint. The same goes for your body.
So maybe — just maybe — being told what to do (by someone who knows what they’re doing) isn’t the worst thing in the world.

2. “I’ll Just Do My Own Thing”

You mean your sacred Monday Bench/Wednesday Curls/Friday Shrug split?
Look, there’s nothing wrong with training solo. But let’s be real — doing your “own thing” often means doing the same thing, over and over. Eventually, your progress plateaus, your knees ache, and your motivation wobbles like your untested core.
Classes give you:

Variety
Accountability
A coach who’ll gently stop you from skipping leg day (again)

3. “What If I’m the Only Guy?”

Worst case scenario: you’re surrounded by strong, focused women who are probably lifting better than you. Is that… intimidating? Or inspiring?
Spoiler: nobody’s watching you like you think they are.
Everyone’s just trying to make it through the last set with some dignity intact.
Besides, being the only guy in a class = more coach attention.
Take the win, king.

4. “Classes Are for Cardio Bunnies”

Incorrect. Great classes (like ours) are built around:

Strength
Control
Mobility
Real-life function

We’re not here to make you jump to 200 BPM techno until your soul leaves your body. We’re here to help you move better, lift smarter, and build the strength that lasts longer than your current protein tub.

5. “Group Stuff Isn’t My Thing”

You say that… but you’ll spend three hours on a WhatsApp group debating which kebab shop has the best chips.
Group training doesn’t mean group hugs and emotional sharing (unless you’re into that — we don’t judge). It means shared goals, mutual encouragement, and maybe friendly competition that nudges you to push further.

6. Real Men Take Coaching

Seriously. The strongest guys in the room? They ask questions.
They want feedback. They want to improve.
There’s nothing macho about doing something badly over and over because your ego won’t let you be coached. Real strength is being open to getting better.
Classes offer that — alongside structure, accountability, and occasional music you secretly enjoy.

Final Thoughts

Men avoiding fitness classes is like refusing to ask for directions. You can stubbornly keep wandering around — or you can admit that some guidance might get you there faster (and with less back pain).
So if you’ve been avoiding classes because of pride, fear, or a general dislike of being told what to do... consider this your permission slip.
We’ll still let you grunt during squats.

George Ladds