Members holding a standing balance pose in the mirrored Canopus studio

Aerials, yoga, dance and fitness

All under one roof

One space. Every way to move.

Welcome to Canopus

From the ground to the air,

We show you the way

What we offer

  • Yoga

    From gentle Hatha and flowing Vinyasa to suspended Air Yoga, calming Restorative sessions and guided Meditation, our yoga programme offers a style for every body and every pace.

  • Pilates and Flexibility

    Build strength, posture and range of motion with our Pilates, Flexibility, Splits & Backbends and Fit & Flex classes, designed to lengthen, tone and open up the body.

  • Aerials

    Take movement into the air with Aerial Hammock, Aerial Silks and Pole Dance, combining strength, flexibility and a touch of fearlessness in every class.

  • Dance

    Move to every rhythm with K-Pop, Hip-Hop, Belly Dance, Contemporary, Zumba, Kizomba / Salsa, Bachata and Tango, covering everything from high-energy choreography to classic partner dance.

  • Fitness

    Push your limits with Mix-Fitness, Fit-Ball, Body-Toning, Steps, Shape Up, Core Strength , Bungee and Insanity, a full lineup built to challenge, tone and energise.

  • Kids Classes

    Introduce younger members to movement with Aerial Kids and Air Yoga for Kids, safe and playful ways to build confidence, strength and flexibility from an early age.

About Us

Canopus was established in 1962 as Shoukry's Institute for Physical Therapy. By the 1960s, it had become one of the most respected fitness centers in Alexandria, with more than 600 athlete graduates. From the 1960s until today, we help you build the best relationship with your body; offering yoga, Pilates, dance, aerial arts, fitness and more, all under one roof. We show you the way.

A member kneeling into a stability-ball stretch in the Canopus studio
A member holding a seated side stretch on a mat in the Canopus studio

Who We Are

Canopus is Alexandria's home for movement in all its forms. From aerial hammock and yoga to dance, Pilates and fitness, we bring together a wide range of disciplines under one roof on Fouad Street, guided by trainers who are passionate about what they teach. Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or perfecting your form in the air, our goal stays the same: to show you the way, one class at a time.

What We Do

At Canopus, we bring together a full spectrum of movement and fitness disciplines in one space. Our programmes span aerial arts (hammock, silks and pole), yoga and flexibility training, Pilates, dance styles from Latin to hip-hop, and high-energy fitness classes including kickboxing and circuit training, alongside dedicated kids' programmes. Every class is led by experienced trainers and can be booked in seconds through our app, making it easy to build a routine that fits your goals, your schedule and your pace.

A trainer holding a standing balance pose in front of the studio mirrors

Classes and Scheduling

From aerial arts and yoga to dance, Pilates, fitness and kids' classes, Canopus runs a full weekly schedule across every discipline we teach, with multiple time slots throughout the day to fit your routine. Browse the full timetable and book your spot in seconds, no calls, no waiting, just pick your class and show up.

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A member working through a barbell back squat in the Canopus strength room
The Canopus aerial studio with hammocks rigged along the mirrored wall

Vision

To be Alexandria's leading destination for movement and wellness, where every discipline, from the ground to the air, has a home, and every member finds their own way to move, grow and belong.

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A member training on the bag in the Canopus fitness room