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Fitness Programming
Discover dynamic classes like spinning and Zumba, transformative Mind-Body Workshops, our thrilling Beat the Stampede: 1-Mile Race, and more! Elevate your well-being through invigorating options designed to inspire, challenge, and unite.
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Fitness Classes
Spring 2024 Fitness Classes
This semester, we will be offering unique fitness classes, taking place at Alumni Arena on North Campus. Classes will be held weekly following the UB academic calendar and are FREE for UB Undergraduate and Graduate Students.
Whether you're a beginner or a fitness pro, our friendly instructors will help you find your groove and reach your goals. Join our community today to sweat, smile, and thrive together!
- Classes begin Wednesday, 1/24/24 and run through Tuesday, 5/7/24. No classes during Spring Recess from 3/18/24 - 3/23/24.
- Students must present the instructor with a valid UB ID at the beginning of each class to participate.
- Availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Schedule
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
Power Yoga | Spinning* | Power Yoga | Spinning* 9:00am-9:50am 145 Alumni Diana | Spinning** 12:00pm-12:45pm 145 Alumni Jenna |
Spinning* | Circuit Functional Training | Spinning* | Circuit Functional Training 10:00am-11:00am 75 Alumni (Dance Studio) Diana | |
Spin Bootcamp** | Spinning** 12:00pm-12:45pm 145 Alumni Jenna | Spin Bootcamp** | Spinning** 12:00pm-12:45pm 145 Alumni Jenna | |
Dance Fit Fusion | Power Yoga 3:00pm-3:50pm 75 Alumni (Dance Studio) Melanie | Dance Fit Fusion | Power Yoga 3:00pm-3:50pm 75 Alumni (Dance Studio) Melanie | |
HIIT | Zumba 6:00pm-6:50pm 75 Alumni (Dance Studio) Annamaria/Akemi | HIIT | Zumba 6:00pm-6:50pm 75 Alumni (Dance Studio) Annamaria/Akemi |
* Space is limited to 10 students.
** Space is limited to 20 students.
Fitness Class Descriptions
| Power Yoga | A dynamic blend of power and vinyasa yoga to raise your heart rate, build strength and increase flexibility. Power yoga is the practice of longer holds in your poses, and vinyasa yoga is the practice of connecting movement with the rhythm of your breath. |
| Spinning | We are putting our SPIN on cycling. Feed off the incredible energy in the room with a combination of endurance and strength building intervals. With a mix of fast sprints and heavy climbs all timed to the beat of the music, you’ll be counting down the hours till you’re back in the saddle once again. |
| Spin Bootcamp | Take your ride indoors as an instructor guides you on an all-terrain journey that will get your heart pumping and challenge you to give a little more. The focus is on proper cycle technique, body alignment and cardio drills as well as total body strength. A combo workout on and off the bike! |
| Circuit Functional Training | A class focused on building strength, power, and overall athletic performance through a variety of weightlifting and functional exercises. |
| DanceFit Fusion | An aerobics dance class consists of choreographed exercises to music. Classes offer a total-body workout that can help develop stamina, endurance, and mobility. |
| Zumba | Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba® classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. |
| HIIT | A high-intensity interval training class to tap into your anaerobic zone to burn fat faster and elevate your heart rate, finishing with 15 minutes of core strengthening exercises. Options provided for all levels. |
UB Faculty/Staff Wellness Classes
These free semester-long classes will help to improve your cardiovascular fitness and endurance, as well as your balance.
More information about UB Faculty/Staff Wellness Classes.
ResFit Fitness Classes
Residential Fitness is hosting fitness classes for the Spring 2024 semester in 271 Richmond (Aerobics Room.) Join ResFit and fellow students for spinning, yoga, and more! Check out the schedule, details, and class descriptions through the link below.
ResFIT Information
For more information on Residential Fitness, please visit the UB Campus Living website.
Free Virtual Fitness Classes
Embrace a healthier lifestyle on your terms with 24/7 on-demand fitness classes – the ultimate solution for busy schedules.
Say goodbye to time constraints and expenses, as these free virtual classes empower everyone to prioritize fitness like never before. Welcome the convenience of anytime workouts and take charge of your well-being today.
Classes Include:
Yoga, Chair Yoga, Buti Yoga, Zumba, High-Low, HITT, Pilates, and Cardio Formats
How to Access our Virtual Classes?
1. Review the Group Fitness On Demand Waiver.
2. Enjoy our VOD Library!
Fitness Workshops
Spring 2024 Mind-Body Workshops
Come learn a simple yoga routine to complete after exercise, how to use a foam roller, & how to use a tennis ball to release trigger points!
Details:
- When: Spring 2024 Semester
- Days: Tuesday's & Thursday's
- Times: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Location: 144 Alumni Arena - Reflection Room
- Cost: Free
Assessment includes measures of body composition, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular fitness, & musculoskeletal flexibility.
Details:
- When: Spring 2024 Semester
- Days: Tuesday's & Thursday's
- Times: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM, & 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
- Location: 175 Alumni Arena - Fitness Center
- Cost: Free
Lessons & More!
Are Your Ready to Learn Tennis from a Pro?
We are pleased to offer adult (18+) group tennis lessons at the Ellicott Tennis Courts. The 6-week program covers fundamental skills, including:
- strokes
- strategy
- rules
- scoring
- etiquette
- drills
- singles/doubles play
Advanced players will receive guidance on spin, court positioning, footwork, and strategies. Join us to enhance your tennis proficiency and enjoy a comprehensive learning experience!
- There are no lesson refunds for personal absence (illness, vacation, etc.).
- Makeups will be offered if a lesson is cancelled prior to the scheduled start due to either weather or instructor illness. Makeup dates are selected based on the availability of the instructor; most makeups are scheduled Friday – Sunday. If you are unable to participate in a make up class, the class is not refundable.
- Communication about class cancelations and makeup is provided through email.
Details
| Session | Dates | Time |
| Session 1: Mondays & Wednesdays | 6/24/24 - 8/2/24 | 4PM - 5PM |
| Session 2: Mondays & Wednesdays | 6/24/24 - 8/2/24 | 5PM - 6PM |
| Session 3: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7/9/24 - 8/16/24 | 10AM - 11AM |
| Session 4: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7/9/24 - 8/16/24 | 11AM - 12PM |
- Location for all lessons: Ellicott Tennis Courts, UB North Campus
- Cost for each session: $120
- Please bring to each lesson: a personal tennis racquet, water bottle, and appropriate clothing
- Tennis balls will be provided
Register Online:
What's a Virtual Race?
Imagine a race without fixed starting lines, dates, or times. In this Virtual 8K race, hosted by UB Recreation, you get to choose when and where to run. Whether you walk, jog, or run on streets, trails, or even a treadmill, the choice is yours. You complete the 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) at your own pace and tell us when you're done.
How Does it Work?
Just use your watch, phone, app, or pedometer to track your route and time. Once you hit 8K or 5 miles, you've done it! You've finished the race.
Share Your Results Easily
After you've completed your 8K, share your results with us. You can show us a picture of your watch or a screenshot of your tracking app – that's all the proof we need.
What's the Deadline?
Our virtual race happens every month, starting on the first day of the month. Make sure to submit your results by the last day of the same month, before midnight.
Everyone's a Winner!
Finishing the race makes you a winner. Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, you're improving your fitness and challenging yourself. As the event goes on, we'll keep you updated on everyone's progress. At the end of each month, we'll celebrate all the finishers and highlight some of the top achievers.
Ready to Race?
Fill out our Run with REC: 8K Waiver.
Reflection Room
The Reflection Room, located in 144 Alumni Arena, is a designated space at the University for quiet contemplation, meditation, and stretching/prehabilitation (mats and foam rollers available.) It's open during specific hours for structured or unstructured reflection.
Spring 2024 Reflection Room Hours
Open REC: Meditation hours begins Wednesday, January 24th, 2024.
The Reflection Room will be closed from 3-6 PM on 4/8/24.
| Day | Time |
| Monday | 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
To ensure a respectful atmosphere, users must follow these guidelines:
- Only individual reflection is allowed during operating hours; no organized events.
- Sleeping or studying is not permitted.
- Maintain a quiet demeanor and avoid electronic devices.
- Only water is allowed; no food or other drinks.
- Restore the room's original setup and keep furnishings within.
- Personal belongings are the user's responsibility.
- Non-compliance may lead to removal by Recreation staff.
- First-come, first-served basis; prioritize mutual respect.
Work for Fitness: Become a Fitness Instructor
Ready to elevate your fitness passion? Become a Fitness Instructor and inspire others while having a blast. Lead various classes, create a safe environment, and bring your energy. No certification? We'll help you get one. Join our team, learn, and thrive in a supportive community.
For more information about this position, visit our "MEET US" page on our website.
How to Apply?
Submit a Fitness Instructor Application Form.
Questions?
Jessica Nyrop
Associate Director for Fitness and Instruction
Recreation