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The Student Recreation Center and Downtown Fitness Center have facility impacts coming up due to fall recess!
For information regarding closures, hour changes, and more, please visit our Facility Impacts page.

New Group Fitness Offer!

Join our Campus Rec Instructors for a Featured Class at the WVU Health Sciences Campus! Starting on September 12th at 5:00 pm on Thursdays for the next 6 weeks.

BODYBALANCE: Ideal for anyone and everyone, BODYBALANCE™ is a new generation yoga class that will improve your mind, your body and your life. You can expect to bend and stretch through a series of simple yoga moves, elements of Tai Chi and Pilates while an inspiring soundtrack plays in the background. Breathing control is a part of all the exercises, and instructors will always provide options for those just getting started.

Try our new class this Fall 2024

Don't know which group fitness class to take? Check out all we have to offer!

Ai Chi

A form of relaxation therapy, with movements controlled by the breath, below 20 times a minute, and the water both providing resistance and support for the participant. Water’s equal pressure wraps around the entire body and dulls uneven sensations across the body, allowing for participants to solely focus on the movement, and its ability to help enter a meditative state.

Barre

A hybrid workout class combining elements of ballet, yoga, Pilates and strength conditioning. This workout utilizes light dumbbells combined with your own body weight and high repetitions to give you a great muscular endurance workout.

Beginner F45

New to F45? Come try out this introductory class to learn all about it! Beginner F45 will provide participants with the same High-Intensity Interval Training workout as the regular class, but with more rest time in-between working sets. This class is great if you are just starting out and want to build up endurance.

Body Balance

BodyBalance, previously known as BodyFlow, is a class that is ideal for anyone and everyone. Combining elements of yoga, tai chi and Pilates, BodyBalance will improve your body and your mind. Breathing control is a part of all the exercises.

BODYFLOW

A class that is ideal for anyone and everyone. Combining elements of yoga, tai chi and pilates. BodyFlow will improve your body and your mind. Breathing control is a part of all the exercises. 

BODYPUMP

"The Original Barbell Class."  Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, this is the ideal workout for anyone looking to get lean, toned and fit! BODYPUMP will give you a total body workout with scientifically backed moves and techniques coordinated with great music and motivation. 

Cycle

The ultimate indoor cycle workout where you will experience intervals, climbing hills and sprints - just like on a real bike! Come experience this intense workout that is sure to get your legs burning and your heart pumping.

Cycle and Sculpt

Sprint, climb and lift your way to a better body! Cycle & Sculpt combines cycling with plyometrics and strength training. Moving between the bike and the floor will allow you to work more muscle groups while keeping your heart rate up so you burn more fat at rest. Be sure to bring your cycling shoes AND regular gym shoes to this class.

Fitness Swim

Whether you are an experienced swimmer, a triathlete or an intermediate fitness swimmer - the Fitness Swim Program has a lane just for you. This program is designed to improve your swimming, help you learn and implement new techniques and take your current workouts to the next level with the help of a supportive community. We are a group of water enthusiasts looking to meet new people, have fun and get fit in the water.

Full Body Strength

Is designed to work all muscle groups with a variety of strengthening and conditioning exercises. This class aims to tone the upper and lower body using various pieces of equipment and bodyweight.

F45

F45 workouts combine elements of High-Intensity Interval Training with circuit and functional training. This class provides participants with 1-on-1 coaching in a group fitness setting. Be sure to check out the Cardio, Resistance and Hybrid-based workouts!

F45 Combat

Come punch and kick your way into a great workout! F45 combat exhibits the same High-Intensity Interval Training as the regular F45 class, with the addition of boxing gloves and punching bags. Come partner-up and for this class that will leave you sweating and smiling.

HIGH Fitness

High Fitness combines old-school aerobics, modern fitness techniques and upbeat music to create a fun, cardiovascular workout.

HIIT Cardio

This High-Intensity Interval Training class focuses on working hard for short periods of time. You will use various equipment and bodyweight to ensure you sweat and feel great! Modifications for all fitness levels are provided.

HIIT the Deck

Aquatic Fitness Class: Get exercising with us in this high-intensity aquatic exercise class. This session is guaranteed to get your heart pumping and body moving. Join us for 45 minutes of intense full-body exercise challenging both strength and endurance. Exercises are carried out in shallow water; swimming skills are not required. Push your limits and HIIT the Deck!

HIIT Yoga

A blend of vinyasa yoga and High Intensity Interval Training. You will flow through your yoga practice pose to pose with the opportunity to take it up a notch. During some of the typical yoga flows, you will be instructed to up the intensity by increasing the speed of movements or incorporating other movements (like jumping). You can anticipate an energetic workout with mobility and stretches at the end to cool the body down.

Les Mills Core

Is a 30- or 45-minute core workout that uses resistance bands, weight plates and body weight exercises such as crunches and hovers. This class also focuses on exercises for the hips, glutes and lower back for an all-encompassing core workout.

Les Mills GRIT

GRIT is a high intensity interval training (HIIT) workout that is designed to improve strength, cardiovascular fitness and build lean muscle. Utilizing barbells, weight plates and bodyweight exercises, this class will target all the major muscle groups and have you sweating! Modifications are provided for all fitness levels.

Meditation

This meditation class is designed to allow you to tap into a deep state of relaxation, learn how to regulate your stress and anxiety with great ease, and generally get familiar with diverse meditation and pranayama (yogic breathwork) practices for everyday use.

Morning Movement

Aqua Class: Jumpstart your day with this low impact aquatic exercise class. Each session will keep you moving through a diverse set of exercise combinations, including flexibility, range of motion and balance techniques. Exercisers of all levels, beginner to advances, are welcomed and encouraged to join the class. Exercises are carried out in shallow water; swimming skills are not required. Take the plunge and get moving!

Pilates

Pilates will help focus your mind and your body. This class focuses on building strength, flexibility, balance and coordination with a variety of exercises and equipment. This mat-based workout will strengthen your core while your instructor provides great motivation.

Ride and Restore

Ride & Restore is the perfect blend of sweat and stretch! The first 30-mintues of class consists of a cycle class where you'll ride flat roads, hills, and sprint your way into a 30-minute stretch session. You'll leave this class feeling energized and relaxed.

Running Class

This class will give you the knowledge, fitness and confidence to get out on your own running adventure. Learn from experienced coaches how to pace and control your breath for cardiovascular endurance. Come run with us!

Silver Sneakers

This class focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of motion for daily life activities. Participants will use hand-held weights, resistance bands and body weight for exercises that can be tailored to all fitness levels.

Spin and Sculpt

Sprint, climb and lift your way to a better body! Spin & Sculpt combines Spinning with plyometrics and strength training. Moving between the bike and the floor will allow you to work more muscle groups while keeping your heart rate up so you burn more fat at rest. Be sure to bring your cycling shoes AND regular gym shoes to this class.

Splash Cardio

Come get your cardio in for the day, while also making a splash in the pool! This aquatic workout gives you a great cardio workout, while also giving you the opportunity to have some fun in the pool. A great combination of interval training, fun choreographing, and toning exercises! Open to ALL fitness levels. Be sure to wear a swimsuit, bring water, and grab and towel from the front desk!

Unwind and Grind

Exercise Physiology student interns, supervised by a graduate student from WVU, will instruct a 1-hr. exercise session aimed at improving cardiovascular endurance, core stability, muscular strength, and overall fitness. Prolonged inactivity can lead to stiffness, lower back pain, postural instability and poor mood. Take a break from the books or in between class and come exercise with fellow students in a welcoming beginner-friendly environment. Each class will contain HIIT-like aerobic activity, ROM exercises, core exercises and whole-body strength training aimed at counteracting the effects of long hours at the desk. Additionally, student interns and/or instructors will provide take-home and/or in-person educational content that you can review at your own convenience.

Vinyasa Yoga

A style of yoga that is a varying sequence of yoga poses all linked together with your breathing. You will be guided through a unique sequence every class with the opportunity to perform your yoga practice at your own pace. Many variations will be offered for you to incorporate into your practice, but it is up to you to take what you need from the instructor's cues. This class will be taught in an upbeat and positive environment to not only improve your physical health, but also allow for moments of mindfulness.

Yoga

Create harmony in your mind and body as you pair movement with breath. Expect to engage your core, challenge your balance and increase your flexibility.

Zumba

Combines high-energy music from all over the world with easy-to-follow dance moves in an effective workout that is tons of fun! Zumba is perfect for ALL fitness levels. Participants are invited to make up their own moves, to laugh and to have fun! Come and ZUMBA!

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