Your ultimate Saturday Night Fitness guide
This shift takes centre stage at Saturday Night Fitness 2025: The Strong Edition – a highlight on South Africa's fitness calendar.
Set for August 16 at Montecasino's Outdoor Events Area in Fourways, this year's event continues its tradition of combining expert-led workouts with an atmosphere that's more celebration than gym session.
Beyond the standard workout
At Saturday Night Fitness, you move through varied fitness activities throughout the afternoon and evening, creating a full-body experience.
The programme includes yoga for flexibility and mindfulness, high-energy strength circuits, metabolic conditioning through HIIT sessions, kickboxing for coordination, and specialised glutes workouts focusing on functional power. DJ Miss Bee provides the ultimate soundtrack.
Expert guidance
The 2025 trainer lineup showcases some of South Africa's most respected fitness professionals:
Ceri & Lydia Hannan kick things off with their Rockstar Party Starter session
Monique leads participants through a full-body conditioning workout
The Zulu Yogi introduces elements of mindful movement
Chunky Phiri delivers his signature No Ifs, All Butts! glutes session
Each trainer brings specialised expertise, ensuring participants receive professional guidance throughout every segment.
The logistics
The event begins at 14:30 on Saturday, August 16, with activities continuing into the evening. Ticket prices start at R370 per person, with discounts available for pairs (R330 each) and groups of ten or more (20% reduction).
These group discounts make the event particularly attractive for workplace teams or fitness communities looking for a fun shared challenge. Many companies use it as a team-building opportunity that promotes both physical wellness and group bonding.
And you don't leave empty-handed. Each participant receives a fantastic goodie bag from the event's sponsors, and various fitness challenges throughout the day offer opportunities to win additional prizes.
Book now to avoid disappointment as the event sells out fast.
Tickets can be purchased at Quicket.
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