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Expatica's pages contain all you will need to settle in Belgium, essential tips that cover everything from importing your car to to the best health clubs in the capital.In recent times, there has been a surge of new health club openings in Brussels, aimed mostly at the top end of the market.
But before parting with a stash of cash, check out what your local commune offers as well as the smaller independent gyms and fitness centres in your neighbourhood.
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Health Clubs
New health clubs continue to open in Brussels at an impressive rate. Many are allied to hotels and are at the top end of the market. Before parting with a stash of cash though, check out what your local commune offers as well as the smaller independent gyms and fitness centres in your neighbourhood.
Ashtanga Yoga Institutes
610, chaussée d’Alsemberg, Uccle
02 340 6781
Ashtanga gives a good work-out as well as increasing suppleness and this centre offers courses at all levels – mainly in French, but in English on request.
Aspria
26 rue de l’Industrie, 1040
02 508 0800
Aspria is both exclusive and expensive. Its centre piece is a 21 m swimming pool as well as the expected gym, health spa and beauty treatments next door. Its location means it is clearly aimed at the EU and executive crowd. There is another branch in Avenue Louise (02 542 46 66) and St Josse (02 609 1902).
Aspria Louise
71B avenue Louise, 1050
02 542 4666
If you’ve got deep pockets, then your money will be well spent at this ultimate pampering spot at the posh Conrad Hotel.
Everything here is five star; the pool, the gym the fitness rooms and the beauty treatments.
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