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Training Camp

Training Camp on Virgin Voyages cruise ships
Training Camp on Virgin Voyages cruise ships © Photo by Virgin Voyages

Training Camp is Virgin Voyages’ dedicated fitness space, designed for functional training, group exercise classes, and instructor-led workouts. Located within the Athletic Club, the venue combines indoor and outdoor workout areas, allowing sailors to train with ocean views while remaining protected from the elements when needed.

The space is open throughout the day for independent workouts and also hosts a variety of scheduled fitness classes during each voyage.

Indoor and Outdoor Workouts

Unlike a traditional shipboard gym, Training Camp spans both covered and open-air areas. This flexible layout allows sailors to take advantage of the fresh sea air while still providing dedicated spaces for classes and training sessions regardless of weather conditions.

The combination of functional fitness equipment and outdoor surroundings makes it one of the most distinctive workout venues on board.

Fitness Equipment

Training Camp features a range of equipment focused on strength, conditioning, and functional fitness.

  • Full-size boxing ring
  • Punch bags
  • Battle ropes
  • Functional training stations
  • Bodyweight exercise equipment
  • Strength and conditioning equipment

The space is designed to support everything from quick workouts to more intensive training sessions.

Group of people in a gym class leaning forward to high-five on exercise mats
Sailors attending a class at The Training Camp© Photo by Virgin Voyages

Fitness Classes

Many of Virgin Voyages’ fitness classes take place within Training Camp. Depending on your sailing, you may find strength training sessions, HIIT workouts, boxing classes, conditioning programs, and other instructor-led activities scheduled here.

The venue is also used by The Balancer and members of the fitness team for guided wellness sessions, fitness demonstrations, and specialist programming throughout the voyage.

Smiling woman in a red sequined top wearing a headset on Virgin Voyages cruise ship deck
Katrina the Balancer during Radiance© Photo by Virgin Voyages

Personal Training

Private training sessions may also take place within Training Camp. Sailors looking for one-on-one coaching, fitness assessments, or personalized workout plans can enquire with the fitness team about available options during their sailing.

Availability and pricing for personal training sessions vary by voyage.

Part of the Athletic Club

Training Camp forms part of the wider Athletic Club complex, which also includes sports courts, outdoor recreation spaces, lounging areas, and recovery facilities. Together, these spaces create Virgin Voyages’ primary destination for fitness and active recreation onboard.

About the author

Co-Founder and Director. David has a background in web design and development and writes travel content, vacation guides and tips about Virgin Voyages.


2 Comments

  1. John Bradley says:

    I can’t remember – do they release the exercise class schedule ahead of time, or do I have to wait until I board to know when they are? I seem to remember having some conflicts with the brunches I scheduled ahead with the classes I wanted.

    1. Rob Sammons says:

      We do have some examples here but they usually only show a few days before https://vvinsider.com/event-line-ups/

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