Fitness and Exercise

Fitness is a vital component of the local sports offering in Šmarje pri Jelšah, providing a variety of exercise options for all ages and fitness levels. With opportunities for both outdoor and indoor workouts, the municipality offers a pleasant environment for maintaining health, strength, and well-being throughout the year.

Šmarje pri Jelšah features two outdoor fitness areas that promote exercise in nature and free recreational activity. The first is located in the Šmarje Sports Park, and the second is in the Fitness Park in the forest near Šmarje pri Jelšah Primary School. Both spaces offer open-air workouts and are popular recreational spots among locals.

Link to the outdoor fitness area in Šmarje Sports Park: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ScfBNz7Yxgoo7oSt5

Link to the outdoor fitness area in the Fitness Park in the forest:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/juJQPccHoAMJWvS8A

In addition to outdoor exercise, you can also choose to work out in comfortable indoor facilities or a fitness center. Here, we present the various exercise options available in Šmarje.

The main indoor fitness facility in Šmarje is called “Delavnica”. It is a modern, fully equipped fitness center suitable for both independent workouts and training under the guidance of a professional. The facility offers equipment for functional and cardio training, catering to both beginners and experienced athletes.

Workouts with Petra Čebokelj combine movement, positivity, and relaxed energy. Her sessions are designed for anyone who wants to take care of themselves – for their body, well-being, and smile. You can join her for functional training, Pilates, and Body Art classes, all designed to promote both physical and mental health.

Šentfit sessions are designed for everyone who wants to strengthen their body, improve flexibility, and promote relaxation and well-being. The programs are structured to allow each participant to exercise at their own abilities, regardless of age or fitness level. They include elements of functional training, stability, strength, and flexibility exercises, as well as relaxation and stretching routines to help the body recover and balance after a busy day.

In Šmarje, Aljoša Vražič, a physiotherapist, offers full-body functional training sessions. These workouts are suitable for everyone, regardless of age or fitness level, and are conducted under the supervision of a professional, with exercises tailored to each participant. They are designed for individuals who want to improve their fitness, tone their bodies, build muscle, or enhance general well-being. For more information and registration, you can contact Aljoša directly.