Wellness Activities and Classes

Summer 2013 Free Activities

On-Going Activities

Fitness Orientations

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Last Tuesday of every month (May 28, June 25, July 30)
4:30 pm
Rec Center - FitSpace

Orientations include explanation and demonstration of how to safely and effectively use both weight & cardio machines in Fitspace. Sessions are limited to a maximum of 10.

Outdoor Yoga

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Every Tuesday and Thursday (Starting: May 21)
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Outside (Room - 106 for bad weather)

Come take a deep breath under the trees and get your "om" on! Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Meet in front of the Rec Center.

"Get Your Wellness On!"

Hike / Yoga

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, May 22
Noon - 1 pm
Nature Preserve (Meet in front of Mohawk Hall)

Experience a revitalizing blend of yoga and hiking as you explore the natural beauty of the Nature Preserve. Take time to breathe the fresh air, tap into your mindfulness, and become open to your place in nature. Bring a water bottle and wear sturdy shoes. Meet in front of CIW - Mohawk Hall.

Boot Camp

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, May 29
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Outside (Room - 106 for bad weather)

Come outdoors for a calorie-busting-interval-style bootcamp class! This class combines cardio, agility, plyometrics and strength training to give you a total body workout and leaving you with a stronger, firmer body. Please wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and athletic footwear. Grab your water bottle and meet in front of the Rec Center.

Complete Ex for Healthy Adults

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, May 29
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Rec Center - Room-106

As you change, your exercise habits change. If you are trying to answer questions like "How hard should I work out? How fast? How long? How often?", we will discuss safe programs for all levels of fitness and try a few routines out too! All fitness levels welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and athletic footwear.

Nordic Walking

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, June 5
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Outside

Nordic walking combines normal walking with core and upper body conditioning to produce a full-body workout. Walking is accompanied by the use of nordic poles, similar to cross country ski poles. 30% more calories can be burned by walking with poles. Plus, the muscles you use are great for your posture-come try it!

Limited to first 15. Poles provided. All fitness levels welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and athletic footwear. Bring water. Meet in front of the Rec Center.

Fitness Apps

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, June 12
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Room-18

Are you looking to push or change up your fitness routine this year? Do you need help getting started with your fitness regimen? There's an app for that! Whether you're pushing to improve your run times or hoping to find a new cycling route, we've rounded up 10 of the best fitness apps to enhance your workout experience and get you moving with a purpose.

Zumba Toning^®

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, June 12
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Rec Center - Room-106

Zumba Toning^® combines body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves. Participants use lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks (or light hand weights) to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including arms, abs, glutes and thighs. Zumba Toning is the perfect way for Zumba enthusiasts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast. All fitness levels welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and athletic footwear.

Foam Rolling

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, June 19
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - FitSpace

Make way for a new type of massage. Used pre-workout, pre-stretching, or simply to start the day, the foam roller can roll out some serious benefits including easing muscle soreness and tension, correcting muscular imbalances and preventing injuries. This seminar will cover a demonstration on the proper usage of the foam roller. Let's get rolling! Limited to first 15.

Hike and QiGong

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, June 26
Noon - 1 pm
Nature Preserve (Meet in front of Mohawk Hall)

Explore the natural beauty of the Nature Preserve as you hike the terrain and then focus attention to your personal breathing and place in nature. Qigong can help you refocus and recharge. Bring a water bottle and wear sturdy shoes. Meet in front of CIW - Mohawk Hall.

Complete Ex for Healthy Adults

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, June 26
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Rec Center - Room-106

Boot Camp

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, July 10
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Outside (Room - 106 for bad weather)

Desk Stretching

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, July 17
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Room-18

Desk Stretching - Sitting at a desk for hours on end, staring at your computer screen and scrunching your shoulders as you type can create a stiff neck, tense shoulders, and even a headache. Take a break and learn easy stretches that you can do at your desk every day to offer some relief.

Strong Bones, Active Life

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, July 17
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Rec Center - Room-106

Beat osteoporosis and osteopenia. Walking and lifting light weights can help keep our bones strong. You don't have to become a weight-lifting athlete to reap the benefits. We will show you how to get started safely! Please wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and athletic footwear. Come ready to listen, learn and live an active life!

Virtual Spin

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, July 24
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Room-22

Escape to an exotic location on your lunch hour! A virtual bike ride is a fun way to get in some activity and "visit" a new area. We provide the stationary bikes and video which is shot from the riders' perspective. While you pedal your own bike, you get the down-the-road experience of actually riding through the terrain and scenery of the location. Bring a friend and take a lunchtime trip! This event is appropriate for all fitness levels, but you must be able to sit on and pedal an indoor bicycle. Dress for exercise. Limited to first 20. Sign up at the FitSpace Front Desk or by emailing exercise@binghamton.edu

Zumba Toning^®

Jenna Domin, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, July 31
Noon - 1 pm
Rec Center - Room-106

Good-bye Low Back Pain!

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, July 31
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Rec Center - Room-106

Research has repeatedly demonstrated that activity can be beneficial in dealing with low back pain. Walking, stretching, strengthening muscle & joints can elevate your mood and put a smile on your face. Even light activity releases "feel good" endorphins. Check with your physician if exercise is right for you, and if so, come "move to improve" with us. All fitness levels welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and athletic footwear.

Hike / Yoga

Patti Dowd, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, August 7
Noon - 1 pm
Nature Preserve (Meet in front of Mohawk Hall)

Fee-Based Specialty Wellness Programs

There will be no Fee-Based Specialty Wellness program offerings during the 2013 Summer Semester.

Aqua Aerobics

A full description of Aqua Aerobics is available on our Aquatic Fitness page.

Triathlon Swim Training

A full description of Triathlon Swim Training is available on our Aquatic Fitness page.

Pickleball - CANCELLED

Instructor: Bob Berwin

Tuesday, Thursday, Feb 12 - Mar 21
8:30 - 10:30 am
Rec Center - Main Gym

The Pickleball craze has arrived! Pickleball is a fun racquet sport which combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. It is played on a badminton sized court with a net similar to tennis, only lower,and a wooden paddle and plastic ball. It is an easy game for beginners to learn but can become a life-long recreational pursuit. Join us for a 6-week league. The first four weeks will provide instruction and supervised play. The second two weeks will be open play and small tournaments. Equipment will be provided. It's never too late to learn a new sport! Spaces are limited!

Wellness Workout

Monday - Friday, Feb 11 - May 10 (no class 3/25 - 4/1)
9:00 - 10:00 am
Rec Center, EG - 106

Experience all the benefits of our Group Fitness program in a smaller setting. Wellness Workout participants will take part in a variety of fitness classes each week, offering the best combination of cardiovascular and strength training. This is a great opportunity to learn new exercise styles and for beginners to get more personal attention. Weekly class formats will include: Mondays - Bootcamp, Tuesdays - Zumba, Wednesdays - Yoga, Thursdays - Aqua Aerobics and Fridays - Spinning.

Express Workout

Instructor: Jenna Domin

Tuesday, Thursday, Feb 12 - Apr 4
Noon - 12:45 pm
Rec Center, FitSpace

You CAN get a full body workout at lunchtime! Join our Fitness Coordinator for a fast paced, interval style circuit workout. Classes will utilize the Hoist Roc-It equipment as well as interspersed cardio activities. After this energizing workout, you'll have hit every muscle group, gotten a cardio workout and be recharged for a productive afternoon! Fitness can be part of you busy workday.

Register in person at the Rec Center Front Desk. Class size is limited.
$60 for 8 weeks
*Current FitSpace members receive a 20% discount on Express Workout.

Yoga for Relaxation

Instructor: Michelle Osovski, RYT

Tuesday, Apr 2 - Apr 30
5:30 - 7 pm
Rec Center, EG - 24

This is a gentle stretch Yoga class for individuals of all levels – either those who are new to yoga or for those wanting a more relaxing experience. Various styles of yoga are incorporated into this class including: Kripalu, Chair, Somatics, Dru, and Viniyoga inspired, as well as an introduction to Level II yoga. Leave class feeling grounded and relaxed. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.

Wellness Refund Policy

Campus Recreation will issue a refund for any wellness class cancelled due to low enrollment. Applications for refunds will only be accepted for documented medical conditions. Refunds may be prorated based on class attendance. Otherwise, no refunds will be issued.

Please Note:

In order to participate in a fee-based Wellness Program, participants must register in advance. No registrations will be taken at the time of the program, or at the program location.
Students, faculty, staff and Rec members MUST have a current University or Rec ID card to enter the Rec center. All others will be issued a card for facility entrance.
Programs are filled on a first come, first served basis. Most programs have a minimum and maximum occupancy. Programs that are popular fill up quickly. Please register early. Also, some programs have a registration date cut off. No one will be allowed to register after the cut off date.
No Day Passes or Week Passes are available for these programs.
Parking on campus requires a permit or use of a metered spot. Parking permits are available at the Rec Center Front Desk or at the Parking Services Information Booth on Bartle Drive.
Individuals must register in person at the Rec Center Front Desk. Please call 777-PLAY for more information.