Join some of the most influential names in fitness and wellness at Hillside Beach Club's Feel Good Week this May, including UK personal trainer Bradley Simmonds!

April 2024…// Overlooking the tranquil Turquoise Coast of Fethiye, Turkey, luxury resort Hillside Beach Club announces dates for its renowned bi-annual Feel Good Week, which offers guests a range of health, wellness and fitness activities to take part in with leading practitioners during their stay at this heavenly resort. From the 5-12th May, Hillside will be kicking off the first of its Feel Good Weeks for the year by welcoming some of the UK's most influential figures in the wellness sphere - including personal trainer, social media sensation and all-round fitness guru Bradley Simmonds, former GB gymnastic Olympian Ellie Downie MBE, and integrative health coach Rosie Underwood - alongside practitioners native to Turkey. 

Embodying the philosophy of “feeling good” that the Hillside Group is known for, Feel Good Week at Hillside Beach Club is designed to help guests on their wellness journey by giving them the resources to take ownership of their health and improve their mind, body and soul. The second event is also available to book now from the 6th - 13th October, with practitioners to be announced at a later date. Here are just a few May Feel Good Week treats for guests to look forward to below. 

Bradley Simmonds - HIIT and Strength Training (6th & 8th May)

One of the UK's top male fitness influencers known for his no-nonsense, 'Get It Done' approach, Bradley will be bringing his innovative HIIT and strength training classes to Feel Good Week as part of an exciting partnership with the Hillside Group. Bradley's ever-growing platform has inspired thousands to consider the importance of both mental and physical health, and Bradley is delighted to be bringing his passion for fitness to Hillside Beach Club this May. In addition to this, Bradley will be joining sister venue Hillside City Club in Istanbul as part of its masterclass event series, bringing his popular workouts and inspiring knowledge on how to sustain a healthy and active lifestyle to both the club members and the public during exclusive classes on the 10th and 11th May. 

Bradley comments:  "I am ecstatic to be visiting Turkey's Hillside Beach Club and Hillside City Club this May to teach my famed Get It Done workouts to guests. The beautiful settings paired with Hillside's ethos of 'feeling good' is in perfect alignment with my work, as I am passionate about encouraging everyone from all walks of life to enjoy the powerful and positive effects of exercise. I will be teaching my favourite workouts, bursts of HIIT as well as strength training, in what I hope will be fun, engaging and effective sessions for guests. Hillside could not be a more perfect partner and I am excited to experience the incredible facilities of both venues." 

Ellie Downie MBE - Pilates & Gymnastics  (9th & 11th May)

Former Olympic gymnast for Great Britain and the first British woman to win an individual all-around medal at the European Artistic Gymnastic Championships, Ellie Downie is thrilled to be joining Hillside Beach Club this year to share her expertise, determination and gymnastic knowledge with guests. Ellie is taking the fitness world by storm as following her Olympic career, Ellie became a fully qualified pilates and gymnastic instructor. This May, Ellie will join Hillside Beach Club to teach a range of gymnastics and pilates classes, giving guests a once-in-a-lifetime chance to learn from one of Britain's accomplished athletes. 

Rosie Underwood - Yoga Workshops  (5th & 8th May)

Following her career in journalism, Rosie became fascinated with the human condition and has dedicated her career to finding ways to help people with their health and well-being that will truly impact their lives no matter the circumstances. Rosie now is an integrative health coach and yogi following her training from leading experts within the wellness sphere. This May, guests can join Rosie for a range of yoga classes whilst overlooking the tranquil horizon to experience her unique, well-rounded teaching and coaching practices. 

What else is on?

Hillside Beach Club will also be joined by some of Turkiye's leading practitioners offering guests a wide range of wellness sessions to choose from, so that guests can dip their toes into as many experiences as they desire. Some activities that can be expected include:

• Yin Yoga - Guests can enjoy a calm yoga session  and improve energy flow on Silent Beach in the morning or atop a boat at sunset, with classes suitable for all levels hosted by Zeynep Yarsuvat. 

• Ice Therapy - The ever-growing wellness trend of ice therapy has been a favourite at Hillside Beach Club for several years. Guests will be coached through the experience by seasoned practitioner Oğulcan Damar during an ice bath on the tranquil Serenity Beach.

• Art Therapy - Taught by leading Art Therapy Practitioner, Selin Basmaci Habiq, guests will have the chance to use art as a medium to express their inner emotions through this exciting and creative outlet.
• Breathwork and Sound Healing - Sound Healing Therapist and Somatic Experiencing practitioners, Natalie Garih and Rida Kiraşı, will take guests on a journey of self-discovery through enjoying the peaceful bliss of a sound bath at sea or on the aptly named Serenity Beach. 

Nightly rates at Hillside Beach Club start from £175. Rates based on two people sharing a standard room on a full board plus* basis. Activities during Feel Good Week are free-of-charge and subject to availability. For more information visit  https://hillsidebeachclub.com/en  

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For further press information, please email the Grifco PR team at hillside@grifcopr.com.

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About Hillside Beach Club: Hillside Beach Club is just four hours from the UK with daily flights to Dalaman Airport and a stunning 45-minute drive along the coast to the hotel. Located in Fethiye, Turkey, the resort cocoons visitors in contemporary comfort, with 330 rooms terraced up verdant mountainous slopes with breath-taking views over the picturesque cove. Surrounded by woodland, the setting ensures a peaceful stay in keeping with the natural and unspoiled surroundings. The resort is home to two luxurious spas – the SANDA Spa and the SANDA Nature Spa – in addition to two adult-only beaches and Main Beach, which is perfect for families. Alongside a world-class water sports centre, guests can enjoy a range of activities from tennis and volleyball to silk painting and other creative workshops.