It's never too late to get that body in shape this beach season. SPOT.ph hit some of Manila's hippest gyms to try out some of their summer classes. With workouts ranging from yoga to fast-paced martial arts, and swimming to core board basics, we list down 10 of the hottest classes that   suit any discriminating gym buff and beginner.

1. Skydiving

For any fitness buff who doubles as a daredevil, this is one gym class you shouldn't miss. As part of Planet Infinity's Adventure Fitness division, this class provides both the adrenaline rush and balanced workout matched with skydiving know-how needed for the said feat. The classes are divided into eight sessions spread out in a one-month period. Four sessions are dedicated to physical conditioning which can be scheduled depending on preference, while the remaining four are solely for ground training and maneuver exercises that will be used for the actual dive.

At the end of the training period, students are taken to Clark, Pampanga where they'll get to experience an instructor assisted jump (IAJ). This means that students will jump solo and will be guided by their instructors via radio as they parachute down the target zone. The jump will be supervised by Jump Master Dionardo Carlos.

This class will only be offered until the end of May 2010 due to predicted air and weather changes. Classes and sign-ups are on-going.

Target body parts: Lower back (primary), arms and legs (secondary)
Difficulty level for beginners: Medium

Pro: With only five students per class, the sessions are focused.
Con: This might not be the best class for people who are afraid of heights.

Rate: P11,500.00 (inclusive of training, equipment, airlift, jump, and certificate)
Exclusivity: Offered to both members and non-members
Free trial class for non-members? No

2. Filipino Martial Arts (FMA)

Planet Infinity offers the only integrated Filipino Martial Arts class modified to count as a serious workout regimen. Not only will the students get a full-body workout, they're also taught self-defense using their bare hands and Arnis sticks, plus the disciplines, culture and history, and principles that come with Filipino Martial Arts. There are two styles you can choose from: Lightning Scientific Arnis, a defensive style which uses a lot of outward movement, and Lapunti Arnis de Abanico, a snappier style with movements that are more intrusive and offensive.

The two-hour sessions are concentrated, with one guru focused on a class of twenty or less. The workout is held at the gym's open grounds, a matted space where students have ample space to flex, perform a wide range of movements with their sticks, and spar.

The sessions are divided into three parts. The first is a warm up composed of several drills involving stretches and crunches to activate the muscles. The second is the lesson proper where the guru teaches the class a series of independent moves which can be performed in one fluid motion. By this time, the guru will correct form and explain the rationale behind the movements. The last part is one-on-one sparring, where students get to practice their moves against their fellow students or the guru himself. As intimidating and tiring as it may sound, the class is actually both informative and very enjoyable.

Target body parts: Whole body
Difficulty level for beginners: Medium (depends on level of discipline)

Pro: If you have a special need or questions about a particular scenario (e.g. how to protect yourself from robbers), the guru can modify the class to accommodate your request.
Con: The official uniform will cost you an extra P1,200.00 (but it's good quality)

Rate: P1,500.00 per month (inclusive of 4 sessions and sticks)
Exclusivity: Offered to both members and non-members
Free trial class for non-members? Yes**