Group Fitness Classes
From beginner to advanced, we have several fitness classes to challenge you and to fit your busy schedule. Choose from up to 75 classes scheduled throughout the week. Classes are FREE for students and members. No registration required. New class schedule begins Tuesday, March 25th through Sunday, May 11th. Revised schedule for finals week will begin on Monday, May 14th.
TGIF
Get ready for the weekend with this popular class. This class
alternates between all the listed group exercise classes each week.
You won't know what the instructor has in store for you. Not to
worry! You will always get a great workout while having fun! All
fitness levels welcome!
NEW!!! Step It Up!
New to step aerobics? This class is for you. Easy to follow and fun
choreography will make this 50 minute fly by.
NEW!! Cardio Cabaret
Try something new and exciting! Combine sensual dance and rhythmic
cardio exercise in a workout for the whole body. This exhilarating
class uses low impact dance and basic aerobic exercises to work the
body's major muscle groups and build cardio respiratory endurance
while allowing participants to explore new and exciting means of
exercise. No pervious dance experience required.
NEW!!! Swim Training Workout
Build endurance and athletic prowess
with a nationally certified personal trainer and water safety
instructor in this new and fun class that uses a variety of swimming
training workouts and technique instruction. Increase stamina and
strength while enjoying a different mode of exercise, utilizing
swimming as a tool to increased fitness. Beginners and advanced
swimmers welcome
Step Express
Short on time?
Take part in this 30 minute energetic cardiovascular
workout using a step with easy-to-follow choreography. All fitness
levels welcome!
Total Body Express (TBE)
Don't forget to add resistance training to your workout schedule 2-3
times per week. Take advantage of this 30 minute routine designed to
increase your muscle endurance. Perform more repetitions with lower
resistance through the use of medicine balls, body bars, BOSUs, body
bands, physioballs, dumbbells and more. All fitness levels welcome!
Indoor Cycle Express
New to cycling or just want to get in a quick workout? This 30
minute class will provide a fun filled combination of elements such
as rolling hills, short sprints, slow steady climbs and yes, relaxing
downhills! Note: For your comfort and safety, please arrive 5-10
minutes early for bike set-up. Class is limited to 27 participants on
a first come, first serve basis. Beginners very welcome!
The CORE
This class is designed to strengthen the muscle groups that
stabilize your central skeletal structure. These muscles determine
your posture in each sport and your daily life routine and in effect
link your upper and lower body. Core training focuses on muscular
areas of the abdominals, upper and lower back, hips flexors, outer
and inner thighs, hamstrings, chest and some triceps work.
Indoor Cycling
60 minutes of a fun and
challenging way to exercise on a stationary bicycle by adjusting
tempo and resistance. You control the intensity of your workout. No
worries about complicated choreography. Just get into the rhythm and
sweat like you never have before. Please note: For your comfort and
safety, please arrive 5 10 minutes early for bike set-up. Class is
limited to 27 participants on a first come first serve basis.
Moderate to advanced fitness levels only!
Step Interval
Change up your workout routine with this 60 minute class that
combines a cardiovascular workout - alternating periods of aerobic
and anaerobic conditioning - with bouts of resistance training.
Intensity levels can be easily varied by performing the movement
without the step. All fitness levels welcome!
Step N Strengthen (SNS)
A great total body workout! The first half is step aerobics
choreography will introduce options suitable to all fitness levels.
The second half is resistance training for the muscles. All fitness
levels welcome!
Zumba
This class features easy to follow Fusion of Latin dance steps with
modern dance movements and music. These easy to follow dance routines
feature aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow
rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. It targets all areas of the
body and most important muscle, the heart! All fitness levels welcome!
Cardio Kickboxing
Great class for the > adventurous. All the elements of a real
boxer's training program. Discover strength and attitude through an
intense cardiovascular workout combining jabs, punches, kicks, blocks
and easy-to-follow combinations. Core training and stretching are
included. Gloves are provided. Moderate to advanced fitness levels
recommended.
Cardio Hip-Hop
This class will help you reach your fitness goals by doing what you
love...dancing! Hip Hop dance is a great way to improve your
cardiovascular endurance and strengthen muscles. Get in shape and
have fun at the same time. All fitness levels welcome!
Cardio Jazz/Funk
Calling all dancer enthusiasts. Want to get a great cardio workout
and have fun at the same time. This class takes a mix of lyrical and
up-beat dances to music from acoustic and pop to R&B and dance. All
fitness levels welcome!
Intro. To Boxing
Take a jab learning the science and style of boxing with a former
UNLV boxing champ, Henry Namauu. This class is geared toward weight
management by incorporating a tough, effective total body workout
where you will learn traditional boxing moves, combinations and
skipping drills to increase muscular strength, co-ordination and
cardiovascular fitness. No previous experience required.
Chinese Kung Fu
The instructor will pass down his knowledge of Kung Fu principles
and techniques demonstrated through hands-on training and repetition.
The students will practice forms, self defense applications, and two
person drills. Safety, moderation, and control are given a top
priority at all times. Students will obtain increased flexibility,
stamina, leg/upper body strength, coordination, and balance.
Beginners welcome!
Judo
Judo is a Japanese martial art and an Olympic sport that consists of
throwing and grappling techniques. With Judo, one can learn how to
use strength, skill and leverage with maximum efficiency. It is a
form of self-defense and a means of self improvement. All fitness
levels welcome!
Broken Circle Level I/ Self Defense
This class focuses on reality based martial arts tactics and
combative scenarios. Students will be exposed to intense hands on
experiences with stand up aggression, weapons, seizing, locking,
grabbing, throwing, attacks, grappling, and mass attacks. Expressing
a strong desire to attend this class will not prepare students for
its content. This is not a MMA, DHB, UFC, class. Previous martial
arts experience recommended.
Bootcamp
Test your fitness level to the max! This 60 minute high intensity
sports conditioning class will focus on strength, agility, and speed
in a non-stop cardio/strength training class to increase strength and
stamina. Become one of the few, the proud, and the conditioned!
Moderate to advanced fitness level highly recommended. (Class takes
place on 3rd floor gym court)
Pilates
Pilates is a fitness routine that increases and creates a balance
between strength and flexibility. You can expect longer and leaner
muscles, stress relief, improved posture, coordination, balance,
flexibility and increased core strength and inner awareness. People
who have osteoporosis should not participate in this class. All
fitness levels welcome!
Yoga for Wellness
Mindfulness and meditation are effective tools for managing
emotional and physical distress such as anxiety, depression, physical
pain, and chronic illness. These tools can also enhance the ability
to enjoy daily life. Participants will learn to cultivate an
awareness of their moment-to-moment feelings, thoughts, and physical
responses and reactions. They will also learn breathing techniques
and walking and sitting meditations. Beginners Welcome!
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
Through the practice of yoga, the students will explore new heights
in their physical ability which will bring them to new levels of calm
and focus. Yoga is a fun means to grow in flexibility, endurance and
strength. Yoga promotes great cardiovascular, immune system and
nervous system health as the movement and breathing help to detoxify
the body and increase energy. The weight bearing aspects of yoga have
been proven to aide with degenerative bone disorders such as
osteoporosis, while the alignment principles can improve and sustain
healthy posture. Since yoga was designed to remove energy blocks in
your system, the students are always given the opportunity to reflect
on their practice through relaxation and meditation. This element of
yoga gives practitioners a chance to explore themselves holistically.
Beginners Welcome!
Hatha Yoga
This 60 minute Hatha Yoga class concentrates on the integration of
the mind, body and spirit through deep breathing, traditional asanas
(postures) and meditative thinking. The first twenty minutes
concentrates on stretching, followed by 20 minutes of vinyasanas. The
vinyasanas are mainly the sun salutations, warrior series, and core
asanas. The last twenty minutes concentrates on stretching, cool
down, and final savasana or final relaxation, which seals the
practice. If integration between the body, mind and spirit is
achieved, the result is a general feeling of well being as the body
is allowed to go into a healing state. Beginners Welcome!
Intro to Vinyasa Yoga (60 min)
Introductory level class on Vinyasa Yoga. Vinyasa means to flow with
breath. These beginner level classes are designed to teach the basics
of "flow" in a way that will reduce stress and increase strength and
flexibility so that more advanced practices become possible. Though
designed for those who have little or no experience on the mat, this
class will still be a pleasure for advanced yogis who want an
opportunity to practice their presence. Vinyasa emphasizes an even
audible breath called "Ujayii" and muscular engagements that open
energy flow called "bhandhas".The proper use of these tools "on the
mat" will lead to a greater sense of health, peace, and awareness
"off the mat". Beginners welcome!
Vinyasa Yoga Power Hour (60 min)
This level 2 vinyasa class is designed for those who have a basic
understanding of flow and alignment who want to move a bit faster and
explore new heights without necessarily being advanced in the
practice. Great for beginners who want a challenge or long time yogis
who want a quickie, this class is a great way to bring more energy
into your day. Beginners welcome!
Advanced Vinyasa (90 min)
Though beginners are welcome to attend, this class is designed for
yogis who have been practicing for a while and want to expand into
new areas energetically, muscularly, and mentally. Although including
many beginner poses, this class will bring in advanced stretches and
balances that will challenge most practitioners. With less
demonstration from the teacher, more emphasis will be placed on
personal adjustments to maximize each student's efforts on the mat.
(This class is not for people recovering from injuries or who have
little background in fitness activities.) Moderate to advanced
fitness levels recommended.
Combat in Motion
This class combines Eastern Methods of Martial Arts training and
Western Ideas to promote fitness among athletes and non-athletes.
Sifu Jack and apprentice Justin, utilize an eclectic approach,
teaching many martial arts and disciplines under one roof. Sifu Jack
is a man of diverse talent and immense experience. Teaching over
15,000 students in his long and distinguished career, Sifu Jack
changes lives. A true competitor, he was the Grand National Champ 3
years in a row and has won over 500 trophies. He has trained numerous
fighters in the Tibetan Lama Kung Fu Way, winning many tournaments in
sparring, weapons. Never tired, Sifu Jack continues to train and
teach today at his school Create, Develop and Flow Academy of Las
Vegas. He teaches students from all walks of life and all
disciplines. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate!
Broken Circle Level 2/ Self Defense
This curriculum is designed for the advanced martial artists who
wishes to explore any missing structure gaps that may exist in their
training, and further develop the ability to transition from one
combative scenario or application to another. It is recommended that
each student complete at least one year of Broken Circle I.
Considerations will be given to other martial arts or fighting
experience.
Tae Kwon Do (TKD)
Tae Kwon Do is an energetic, motivating Korean-based martial art
perfect for all levels from the beginner through advanced athlete.
Taught by international WTF Master Instructor Marc Gitelman, students
will focus on the traditional aspect of tae kwon do with strong
emphasis on Olympic style competition. All fitness levels welcome!
* Denotes a specialty class, which requires an additional fee ranging from $20.00 to $49.00 for individual classes/educational workshops. Students and members can also pay a $5.00 drop-in fee for selected classes that have not reached the maximum number of participants allowed.
*Women on Weights
Have you ever wanted to incorporate weight training into your
workout program? Concerned with the myths associated with lifting or
don't feel comfortable in the weight room? Here is your chance to
learn the amazing benefits of strength training along with how to set
up a program and perform lifting techniques that will help you
improve your muscular strength and conditioning in a safe and
comfortable environment.
Session II: Wednesday, April 9th , 14th , and 23rd 7:00-8:15 3040 $20.00 registration fee (includes manual) Instructor: Brittney Hunsaker and Danalee Brehman, National Certified Personal Fitness Trainers
*Fit for Hire
Enjoy your own private group exercise class or personal fitness
training session for a minimal fee. Campus Recreational Services will
provide you and a group of your friends, team, residence hall, or
colleagues with a certified group exercise instructor or personal
fitness trainer for a customized workout session, and a great time!
Please contact the Program Coordinator, Jessica-Kate Ketz
702.774.7120 for more information.
View the activities and class schedules. (PDF)
For more information or to sign up for a class, call or e-mail us.
