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Fitness & Wellness

University Recreation's Fitness & Wellness program strives to promote healthy lifestyle choices that enhance the personal wellness of the greater bet365中文 community through quality educational and activity-based fitness programs and services.

Fitness Class Schedule  Boot Camp  Aerial Silks PoliciesFoy Certified Trainer Course Instructors                      

Fitness Class Schedule

All Group Fitness Classes are FREE with Foy access! Space is limited, register online at the link below, or in-person at the Foy Center. 

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Group Fitness Schedule Fall II Session

Class Descriptions

Aerial Silks: Mon. & Thurs. at 5-5:45pm in Gym court C

Aerial Silks is a fusion of yoga, Pilates, aerial inspired dance and fitness used either partially or fully suspended from silks. This fitness program is for all fitness levels; every exercise can be modified to suit your abilities.

*Paid program

Bootcamp: Mon. & Fri. at 6-6:45am and Wed. 5:30-6:15pm in the functional training room.

Start your mornings or end your Wednesday with a burst of productivity! Our experienced Personal Trainers at Bootcamp are ready to lead you on a unique fitness journey. This comprehensive program combines cardio, strength, and endurance workouts driving you towards your fitness goals. Regardless of your fitness level, our program provides customized challenges to support you at all levels.

*Paid program

Dance it Up: Tues. at 5:30-6:15pm and Wed. 7-7:45pm in Studio A

Perfect for all levels, this class will teach you the latest moves along with some iconic throwbacks in a fun, high-energy environment. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills or just bust a move, come join us and dance like nobody’s watching!

Foy Fun cycling: Thurs. at 5-5:45pm in Cycle Studio

This energetic indoor cycling class is a fusion of cardio and resistance training. Providing participants with the best of both worlds; a moderate to intense cardio workout with intervals of increased resistance for strength and endurance training. To get everyone pumped and in the zone, this class is taught to up-beat popular music with party lights! 

HIIT: Tues. at 5-5:45pm & Thurs. 6-6:45pm in functional training room

This class utilizes short bursts of intense exercise followed by minimal rest periods. Perfect for boosting endurance and burning calories fast—come ready to SWEAT!

Heels: Thursdays of Oct. 24th & 31st and Nov.14th & 21st  at 6-7pm in Studio A

This class is designed to empower you through movement and help you embrace the confidence within yourself. Together, we’ll explore the fundamentals of dancing in heels, focusing on posture, balance, and fluidity, all while embodying strength and sensuality. By the end of the session, you'll have learned a short choreography that encourages you to move with intention, feel sexy, and own your power. This is a space for you to let go, embrace your body, and celebrate the beauty of feeling confident in your skin. Let’s move and shine together! Heels are optional.

Yoga: Wed. at 5-5:45pm in Studio A.

This class is great for anyone new to yoga or looking for a slower-paced practice. The key focuses are on breath work, mindfulness/meditation and increasing flexibility.

Get your heart pumping in this 45-minute cardio workout! Burn calories & improve your aerobic endurance without spending hours at the gym! Instructors use Coach by Color® system to  lead participants through five intensity zones.

Strength Training: Mon. 5-5:45pm and Wed. 4-4:45pm in Studio A

Greater muscle mass = more calories burned! Work on your muscular strength & endurance as you sculpt and define your body using a variety of exercises and equipment.

Yoga sculpt: Fri. 7-7:45am in Studio A

Yoga Sculpt is a dynamic fusion of traditional yoga and strength training, expertly designed to build muscle while enhancing flexibility and mindfulness. In each session, you'll incorporate hand weights and bodyweight exercises alongside yoga postures, resulting in a comprehensive workout that will leave you feeling toned and sculpted.

Express Tread: Fri. at 12-12:30pm in the fitness center

Express Tread is the perfect midday escape for those looking to step away from the office, have an active study break, or fit in some steps. This class offers a break from the desk and classes, by doing instructor guided intervals on the treadmills in the Fitness Center. 

This class is designed for all fitness levels, so speed and incline level will be personalized. 


University Recreation offers a wide variety of classes that allow you to get a great workout led by experienced instructors. Formats range from 30-minute focused sessions to full hour classes. This program is intended to be drop-in in nature so that anyone can attend a class at any point during the semester. Unless otherwise specified, classes are taught at an intermediate level, while the instructors provide suggestions to make exercises more or less challenging according to your personal fitness level. Classes are FREE to anyone with a membership to the Foy Fitness & Recreation Center, including bet365中文 students, faculty/staff and affiliates. 


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Aerial Silks

Aerial Silks student on red silk in crossback straddle, with gov head in background on gym court floorAerial Silks is a fusion of yoga, pilates, aerial inspired dance, and fitness movements/exercises performed either partially or fully suspended. This program is great for anyone looking to add a new challenge to their workout, try something different and have fun. This program is for all fitness levels; every exercise/movement can be modified to suit your abilities. Challenge yourself in all new ways! Sessions are 6-weeks long, meeting 2 days per week.

No experience Needed! Open to everyone. Participants will build strength and flexibility to help you advance. You'll learn the base skills, techniques and moves that are foundational to everything you do in Aerial Silks. 

Fall '24  Dates:

Session 2: October 21st - December 6th, Mondays & Thursdays 5-6 pm

Location: Foy Center Gym Court C

Price:  

  • Aerial Silks Session fee (covers all classes during session dates):
    • $45 - bet365中文 students
    • $54 - Foy Members (faculty/staff, community or alumni w/ membership, etc.)
    • $63 - Non Members
  • Want to try it out or just can't attend the whole session? Drop-in rates are available!

Register Now!  

Do you want to change up your workout routine? Or just want to build up strength and endurance before registering for Aerial Silks? Check out Conditioning & Stretch! Participants will go through dynamic movements, a variety of upper body and core exercises using the Silks as well as flexibility training and static stretching. 

Dates: TBA

Location: Foy Center Gym Court C

Price:  

  • Session fee (covers all classes during session dates):
    • $20 - bet365中文 students
    • $25 - Foy Members (faculty/staff, community or alumni w/ membership, etc.)
    • $30 - Non Members

Register Now!  

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Boot Camp

Boot Camp

Boot Camp is the ultimate fitness experience at the Foy Fitness Center. Led by our motivated Fitness Trainers, this program blends cardio, strength, and endurance exercises to push your limits. Our Boot Camp is designed for ALL fitness levels, offering scalable challenges and a community-driven atmosphere! So whether you're student, Foy member, or non-member come join us for this program!

NEW Boot Camp Time!

Not much of a morning person? No problem! We've got you covered with out new afternoon option! Join us at 5:30-6:15pm on Wednesdays for an energizing and effective Boot Camp workout that fits perfectly into your post-work or school schedule!

DATES:

LOCATION:

SESSION PRICING:

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Foy Certified Trainer Course

female student at Foy Center performing a bent over row with 20 pound dumbbell

Interested in being a Personal Trainer, but don't know where to start? Are you interested in sitting for a national personal trainer certification but don't have experience? Check out the Foy Certified Trainer Program!

DATES:

TBD
 
 

LOCATION: Foy Center Wellness Ed Room, 202

PRICING:

Limited to 10 participants

Register Today

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Policies

General Policies

  • Only Personal Trainers employed by UREC are allowed to train clients in the Foy Center.
  • Headphones must be used if listening to music (Includes cell phones, tablets, etc.)
  • Participants must be 16 years of age or older to be in the Fitness Center or to Use Fitness equipment (Includes upstairs cardio equipment and Functional Training Room).
  • Only drinks in durable, sealable containers are allowed. All other drinks, food, and glass containers are restricted to lobby areas only.
  • Spitting, foul language, alcohol, and tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) are prohibited.
  • Personal belongings (bags, purses, etc.) must be stored in cubbies or lockers.
    • Daily locks are available for free at Equipment Checkout.
    • University Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Participate in activities at your own risk. University Recreation is not responsible for injuries.

Apparel Policies

To help protect our equipment and promote good hygiene, proper athletic attire is required. Athletic attire consists of the following:
  • Closed-toe and closed-heel athletic shoes
    • Patrons can be shoeless on deadlift platforms, Smith machines, squat racks only (must have socks).
  • Shirts/tops that cover the ribcage/majority of torso
  • Workout pants or tights/shorts with at least a 2'’ inseam

Prohibited attire includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Denim or other heavy-duty materials (cargo pants/shorts, any attire that has zippers or rivets exposed)
  • Open-toe/open-heel footwear (sandals, flip-flops, crocs) or high heels.

Workout Policies

  • Only bumper plates may be used on the deadlift platforms.
    • Smaller metal plates (i.e. 2.5lb, 5lb, 10lb, 25lb) are acceptable when used with bumper plates.
  • Use of powdered/loose chalk is prohibited. Liquid chalk is permitted.
  • Clips/collars are required for use on all plate-loaded barbells (does not include Smith machines).
  • No dropping/slamming of weight, regardless of the type of exercise
  • Wipe off equipment after each use (Touch Points: Handles, Rails, and back pads)
    • For Cardio: Spray the cleaning solution onto the cleaning towel first, not directly spraying the screen on the equipment.
  • Spotters are encouraged when excessive weight is being used. Facility Attendants (located on the Fitness Floor) as well as Customer Service Attendants (located at the Welcome Desk) are available to assist.
  • Participants must re-rack weights after use.
  • Equipment must remain in the Fitness Center unless removed by University Recreation Staff. Equipment may not be brought in or brought to the Functional Training Room.

General Policies

  • Only Personal Trainers employed by UREC are allowed to train clients in the Foy Center.
  • Headphones must be used if listening to music (Includes cell phones, tablets, etc.)
  • Participants must be 16 years of age or older to be in the Fitness Center or to Use Fitness equipment (Includes upstairs cardio equipment and Functional Training Room).
  • Only drinks in durable, sealable containers are allowed. All other drinks, food, and glass containers are restricted to lobby areas only.
  • Spitting, foul language, alcohol, and tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) are prohibited.
  • Personal belongings (bags, purses, etc.) must be stored in cubbies or lockers.
    • Daily locks are available for free at Equipment Checkout.
    • University Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Participate in activities at your own risk. University Recreation is not responsible for injuries.

Apparel Policies

To help protect our equipment and promote good hygiene, proper athletic attire is required. Athletic attire consists of the following:
  • Closed-toe and closed-heel athletic shoes
    • Participants may engage in certain classes without shoes if instructed by UREC Trainer.
  • Shirts/tops that cover the ribcage/majority of torso
  • Workout pants or tights/shorts with at least a 2'’ inseam
Prohibited attire includes, but is not limited to, the following:
  • Denim or other heavy-duty materials (cargo pants/shorts, any attire that has zippers or rivets exposed)
  • Open-toe/open-heel footwear (sandals, flip-flops, crocs) or high heels.

Workout Policies

  • Studios are provided only for UREC-approved activities/reservations.
  • Stereos and/or partition may only be operated by UREC staff. 
  • Participants under 16 must be accompanied by parent/guardian and participating in the class.
  • All fitness classes are available on a first-come/first-serve basis. 
  • UREC staff may refuse entrance of participants who arrive after class has started. 
  • Equipment provided in each class may not be taken out of the room unless specified by UREC staff.

General Policies

  • Only Personal Trainers employed by UREC are allowed to train clients in the Foy Center.
  • Headphones must be used if listening to music (Includes cell phones, tablets, etc.)
  • Participants must be 16 years of age or older to be in the Fitness Center or to Use Fitness equipment (Includes upstairs cardio equipment and Functional Training Room).
  • Only drinks in durable, sealable containers are allowed. All other drinks, food, and glass containers are restricted to lobby areas only.
  • Spitting, foul language, alcohol, and tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) are prohibited.
  • Personal belongings (bags, purses, etc.) must be stored in cubbies or lockers.
    • Daily locks are available for free at Equipment Checkout.
    • University Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Participate in activities at your own risk. University Recreation is not responsible for injuries.

Apparel Policies

To help protect our equipment and promote good hygiene, proper athletic attire is required. Athletic attire consists of the following:
  • Closed-toe and closed-heel athletic shoes. 
  • Shirts/tops that cover the ribcage/majority of torso
  • Workout pants or tights/shorts with at least a 2'’ inseam
Prohibited attire includes, but is not limited to, the following:
  • Denim or other heavy-duty materials (cargo pants/shorts, any attire that has zippers or rivets exposed)
  • Open-toe/open-heel footwear (sandals, flip-flops, crocs) shoeless, or high heels. 

Workout Policies

  • Absolutely no exercises or activities that apply pressure to the glass (wall-sets, medicine ball throws, etc).
  • Return equipment back to its original location when finished. Do not leave equipment underneath the bridge. 
  • Equipment must remain in the Functional Training room unless removed by University Recreation Staff. Equipment may not be brought in from the Fitness Center. 
  • Be aware of other patrons utilizing equipment and space; certain activities may be limited based on the activities of others. 
  • Use of powdered chalk/loose chalk is prohibited. Liquid chalk is permitted. 
  • Access to the Functional Training Room during University Recreation Fitness Classes may be limited. 

 

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Group Fitness Instructors

Classes: Aerial Silks 

Classes: Aerial Silks 

Classes: Power Sculpt

Classes: Gentle Yoga, Coach by Color® - HIIT the Cycle, Dance Fitness, Yoga + Core

Classes: Boot Camp

John is also a Personal Trainer!

Classes: Boot Camp, Strength Training

Owen is also a Personal Trainer!

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 Things to Remember:

For your safety as well as class flow, we ask that you arrive with enough time to join the class prior to the scheduled start time. To ensure participant safety and avoid class disruption, instructors may refuse entry to late participants.

Dress Code Notes

For a more detailed description of requirements, see the University Recreation dress code.

Minor Policy

Minors are not allowed in group fitness classes without being supervised by a parent/guardian at all times and must participate in the class. All guest policies apply.

Spectators are not allowed in group fitness classes, regardless of age. This helps us ensure a safe and fun work out environment for all participants.

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 Adaptive Recreation Opportunities

Everyone should be able to participate in physical and recreation activities.  This is accomplished through modifications in traditional sports, programs, and fitness training that allow participants and athletes to train and play alongside their non-disabled peers. 

Our goal in introducing an Adaptive Recreation program is to raise awareness and provide opportunities for those of specialized populations to be physically active regardless of disability. 

Many pieces of equipment in the fitness center can be modified and used for adaptive fitness training, including:

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