Claremont deservedly has the reputation as the sports hub of Cape Town. It is home to the famous Newlands Cricket Ground, which has hosted many of the world’s top cricketers and the equally internationally renowned Newlands Rugby Stadium, is right next door. Swimming enthusiasts can enjoy the public facilities of Newlands Swimming pool, while the hiking trails of Newlands Forest, with its myriad paths, rich in bird life and cool mountain streams, offers nature lovers the opportunity for a good workout or a quiet stroll in lush surrounds. Or if you want to explore further afield, some of Table Mountain’s better-known walking trails, such as the route up Skeleton Gorge, can be accessed from within Kirstenbosch botanical garden.

When it comes to indoor sporting activities, there is plenty on offer too. Claremont Central is home to several large gyms offering a full range of fitness equipment and facilities: Planet Fitness in Stadium on Main and the new flagship Virgin Active, which opened its doors on 22nd October 2008.

Not only does the Virgin Active Claremont sport a pristine 25m indoor heated pool, but it also includes a luxurious spa pool - liquid heaven - with an incredible panoramic view of Table Mountain, free of charge! This, coupled with the ultra relaxing saunas and steam rooms, will give members the chance to invigorate body and mind.  Members will have fun moving with the Kinesis Wall, a physical activity focusing on the mind/body connection, located in the Mind and Body studio.  The club also sports a range of Technogym equipment designed to reduce joint and muscle damage - this cardio range will keep you entertained while you train with its integrated TV screen offering multiple DSTV channels. The new Power Plate, using the Advanced Vibration Technology, gives innumerable benefits for the body from increasing muscle strength, flexibility and overall sports performance. For Virgin Active, it’s all about having fun whilst keeping that body moving and shaking!  Virgin Active makes sure everyone is included in the movement, which is why the new Claremont club offers a paraplegic friendly elevator and pool hoist allowing the disabled full and easy access to all sections of the club. Before heading home, members will be able to track their key health measurements, like blood pressure and body fat percentage at the Virgin Life Care HealthZone, grab a bite to eat at Kauai Health Food and Juice Company or surf the net at the complimentary internet facilities.

Also, right on Claremont’s doorstep, is Kelvin Grove, one of the oldest sports and social clubs in South Africa. Then, of course, there is also the sophisticated Sports Science Institute in Newlands, offering a multi--disciplinary range of sporting services and facilities that cater for a diverse spectrum of needs, from health and wellness to sporting excellence. For cycling professionals and enthusiasts, a leading cycling training facility offers training programmes and advice, massage, physiotherapy, nutrition advice and many other cycling-related services.

Fun indoor activities, for both kids and adults, such as action cricket and indoor soccer, tenpin bowling and Laserquest, are on offer at Stadium on Main.

Useful web links:
www.tablemountain.net
www.sanbi.org
www.cricket.co.za
www.wprugby.co.za

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