Dan's Papers - June 27, 2008 - Find Your Beach Body at Unique Local Gyms

In order to keep that beach body toned all summer, you may want to consider joining or taking classes at one of the unique gyms in the Hamptons.

From private training to specially designed exercise classes to spinning, there's something to fit everyone's taste and work ethic.

So, if you can't get up the motivation to go for a run on the beach, consider checking out one or more of these gyms instead. Most don't even require a membership, so you can try out all different types of classes - aerobics, yoga, pilates, etc. An hour or two at the gym every weekend can make a big difference. You'll look better, feel better, and have more incentive to lie on the beach.

Core Fusion - Bridgehampton. Intermediate/Open level Core Fusion classes include a mix of pilates, intense stretching and yoga. Open seven days a week. Classes are one hour long and are offered at 8 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Memberships are available. Individual classes are $35 per session. Discounts are available if you purchase a series. Call Exhale Spa for more information, or to sign up for a class (212) 249-3000.

Lift Hampton - Wainscott. One-on-one training, or in groups as large as three, with a personal trainer. Workouts are custom fit to you and can include general fitness, post-rehab or sports specific training. Separate cardio and stretch room. Personal service oriented. Open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Membership required. Independents trainers may come in-house to train clients. Call (631) 604-2558 for an appointment. First time complimentary.

Radu - Southampton. Classes offered include spinning, yoga, balancing and the signature Radu class, which utilizes a unique combination of interval training, running, abdominal work, wall climbing and other fun things. Personal trainers, a nutritionist, a chiropractor, and spa services are all available in-house. Open 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays, and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. Membership required and daily membership available. Call (631) 283-9303 for pricing and more information.

Soul Cycle - Bridgehampton. Indoor cycling classes incorporating weights for a full body workout. Pilates on a bike! Open seven days a week, offering three to six classes a day. Class times can be found online at soul-cycle.com. Individual classes are $27. Discount available if you purchase a series. Sign up for a class online at soul-cycle.com.

Zone Hampton - East Hampton. Offers an Indoor Cycling Studio with different themed classes and a Body Studio with boxing, pilates, sculpting and yoga classes. Open seven days a week. Classes are offered from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Individual classes are $28 per session. Discount available if you purchase a series. Call (631) 329-8622 for more information or to sign up for a class.