Dumbbells Yoga NuPower Yoga at 1SIX8

Where: Jumeirah

To anyone who says that yoga isn’t enough of a workout, we say, come back to us once you’ve tried NuPower. The fitness class, which has already taken the US by storm, is taught in Dubai at 1six8 by the studio’s co-founder, Linda.

You’ll use Nubells, which are easyto-grip weights, adding a strength training element to a dynamic yoga flow. Think holding a weight above your head during a side plank, or keeping two weights up in the air and parallel to the floor while you try and hold warrior pose. The result is a class that’s as physically challenging as it is ultimately calming.

Try it if: You want to add extra calorie burn to your asanas

Don’t bother if: You’re a yoga purist who likes to keep things traditional

aJumeirah Terrace Building, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, daily 6am to 9pm, Dhs110. Tel: (04) 3254499. Taxi: Jumeirah. 1six8.net