Our group fitness classes provide participants with a structured, results-focused regimen in a group setting. Each class invites participants of all fitness levels - beginner, intermediate and advanced. Participants can increase and/or decrease the intensity of the workout by utilizing the suggested modifications from our instructors. A variety of group exercise classes are held each month during the fall and spring semesters.
Classes are open to all USG community members of all ability levels and are held in the recreation room.
We have certified class instructors to lead these classes, please join us. Class schedules: (No group class during summer break, classes resume in Sept)
Yoga:
Build strength, flexibility, stamina, and awareness in this vinyasa flow class. Learn correct alignment with accurate verbal cues and hands-on adjustments and learn breathing techniques to ease stresses both in and out of class. The act of moving with the breath builds coordination, awareness and fitness. Holding poses teaches strength, endurance and alignment. Together, the combination leaves you feeling stronger, more flexible and more relaxed when you leave class. Challenge yourself and experiment on the mat and find increased balance and awareness in everyday life. Classes are mixed-level, with attainable options for beginners to more advanced students. Our certified yoga instructor, many years of experience to help you achieve your balance.
Zumba: Wednesdays- 1pm
Zumba is fun and effective, using interval training combining fast and slow rhythms for an effective aerobic workout while at the same time targeting your legs, abs, glutes, and arms. The workout is basically watched and follow. The moves are repeated often enough for you to catch on and they're not complicated. The routines are changed weekly with some routine moves with additions every now and then to spice things up even more!
Maxfit Wednesdays- 4:30pm
In this high-energy, calorie-blasting class, participants are guided through an hour of exercise designed to provide a total body workout. In addition to punches, kicks, and combinations, the routine also incorporates, stairs, burpees, sit-ups, jump-ropes, weights, abdominal work, and more to build strength, tone muscle, increase flexibility, and improve cardiovascular fitness. Please join us!
What to expect when attending a class?
- Our experienced instructors design and lead each class
- All classes start promptly at their scheduled time
- All fitness equipment is provided, though supplies are first come, first serve
- Participants are asked to refrain from entering once the class begins for their safety and the courtesy of the instructor and other participants
- Admittance is free for CRC members and $5 for guest and non-members
What to wear?
Comfortable workout clothing with tennis shoes that you will be able to maneuver during twisting motions!
What to bring?
Yoga mat, water, and a gym towel
Classes provided (on DVD):
A sample of our classes include
- Taebo
- Pilates
- Kickboxing
- And much more!
These classes are both free to CRC members and available as you like on our in-house TV/DVD system.
