Class Descriptions

Cardio | Cycling | Mind/Body | Outdoor | Dance | Strength

All classes are 60 minutes unless indicated otherwise. If a number is listed on the schedule after class name, this number indicates the duration of the class.

Please wear athletic footwear to all Group Fitness classes except select mind/body classes. You may be asked to leave if you do not adhere to this policy.

Cardio

Kickboxing

This class provides a cardio-based workout with strength exercises through elements of boxing, martial arts and choreography to songs. This class does not involve physical contact and is designed for all levels.

Interval Training

Experience the effectiveness of interspersing bouts of near-maximum exertion with periods of lower intensity activity. Interval training is a great way to ramp up your typical cardio workout.

BOSU

A strength training class targeting major muscle groups using the BOSU, various equipment, and body weight. BOSU® incorporates balance and bursts of cardio into movements intended to help you tone all major muscles.

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Cycling

Cycle

Who said stationary bikes were boring? Ride your way through rolling hills, flat horizons for speed and sprints and up mountains for intense climbs while listening to some top-notch tunes. This cardiorespiratory workout will keep your heart rate up and your mind engaged.

Cycle + Core

This class combines our Cycle and Core class offerings for one jam-packed workout. Hop on your bike for the first part of class and finish on your mat!

Cycle + Strength

Ready to challenge yourself and build strength while cycling? Hop on for our Cycle + Strength class designed to push your limits and enhance overall body power.

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Dance

Hip Hop Choreo

Pop, lock, and drop it in a high intensity, high impact choreographed dance class. Hip Hop Choreo is Hip Hop Fitness with a twist – where participants will learn extended choreographed dances created by the instructor! Hip Hop Choreo happens at the Lower-Level Dance Studios in the Reitz Union.

Hip Hop Fitness

Pop, lock, and drop it in a high intensity, high impact choreographed dance class. Wild out with us and throw your worries away for a good sweat!

Dance Fusion

This heart pumping dance class incorporates fun and upbeat music of all genres. Whether you’re a world-class performer or you’ve never stepped foot on the dance floor you’ll love these high-intensity and free-flowing dance moves that allow you to let loose!

Hip Hop Step

Challenge your strength and endurance in this classic format. Step utilizes choreographed routines and combinations on an adjustable platform.

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Mind & Body

Acrobatics 101

Combine the excitement of cheerleading and gymnastics in an exhilarating fusion class! Led by a Certified Personal Trainer with expertise in these disciplines, this class offers a dynamic experience tailored for individuals seeking to learn new skills like cartwheels, handstands, headstands, strength and conditioning drills. no previous experience is required. By the end of the course, you will be more confident in these basic skills, which are key stepping stones toward more advanced acrobatic movements

Acrobatics 102

In this class, we will be building on the foundation you have already established in Acrobatics 101 or previous experience in the field, with a focus on refining your skills and learning new ones. The key skills we will work on include:  Side Ariel, hand stand stabilization, back walkover and front walk over, strength and conditioning and mobility exercises. By the end of this course, you will be more confident with these intermediate movements, and you will be well on your way to mastering even more advanced acro skills!

Flying Yoga

Ready to elevate your yoga game with Flying Yoga? Imagine mixing the zen vibes of traditional yoga with the thrill of defying gravity. With an experienced coach, unleash your inner acrobat as you flow through classic poses both on the mat and in a hammock. Whether you’re a yogi seeking a fresh twist or a thrill-seeker craving new heights, this class is your ticket to a whole new level of mindfulness and fun.

Center Barre

Don’t be fooled! This class combines ballet-style movements with Pilates-derived exercises for a fully body workout. No prior dance experience is necessary, so jump right in and enjoy this workout! Barres are not currently available for use, so the entire class will be done in the center of the room.

Power Yoga

Want to combine strength and flexibility? Power Yoga is perfect for you. This powerful class is tailored to those wanting to challenge themselves in their practice. Cardio, core, and balance challenges frequent this class. Are you ready to find that inner power?

Meditation

Recharge yourself mentally and physically with this 30-minute guided meditation session. Transcend into a deep rest while calming your mind and settling your body, generating a high state of self-awareness.

Recovery Yoga

This stretching and flow class will leave you feeling limber and grounded, allowing you to explore your own abilities with balance, stillness, and breath. If relaxation and flexibility are two of your goals, this is the class for you!

Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa yoga translates to “Breath synchronized movement”. Be prepared to get in tune with your breath and follow it through standing, flowing, seated, and balancing postures

Yin Yoga

Looking for slower paced yoga? In this class, poses are held for extended periods of time to maximize stretching.

Hatha Yoga

This “yoga for health” class will ease your mind and guide mental clarity toward strength, flexibility and relaxation. Breathing, postures and stress management will serve as the foundation in this centuries-old form of exercise.

Yogalates

A combination of yoga and Pilates, Yogalates gives you a workout focused on strengthening the core, improving posture, and increasing flexibility. This class offers a balance of strength and flexibility while catering to all body types and fitness levels! No yoga or Pilates experience is required.

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Outdoor

Bootcamp

Challenge yourself to a high intensity workout including total body conditioning, core training, and speed and agility in a non-traditional format. While Bootcamp is an advanced class, it changes from week to week with adaptations for all fitness levels.

Swim Fit

Work with a swim coach to improve your technique and maximize your swimming strengths. Coaches program workouts to challenge multi-level swimmers comparable to a swim team practice. Class meets at the Florida Pool on the northeast side of the pool under the shaded pavilion. Swimmers are encouraged to bring a towel, goggles, and optional swim cap. *

*Note: Must be able to swim 50 yards non-stop and possess confident swimming skills.

Track Conditioning

Challenge yourself to a high-intensity track conditioning workout bright and early at the Percy Beard Track! Each day alternates between short and middle-distance track workouts integrated with strength training and form coaching in a fun, group setting.

Stadium Conditioning

Have a great time in the best adult playground in Gainesville! This class utilizes the stairs, benches, ramps, and straight-aways of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for a fun and intense workout.

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Strength

How to Clean

Want to learn one of the most explosive movements in sports? Discover the basics of the clean or refine your technique in a class designed for beginners. Used by almost every major sport, the clean increases power, speed, and hypertrophy in the back and legs. Along with the clean, you’ll learn the front rack, front squat, clean variations, programming, and mobility drills. Get ready to train like an athlete.

How to Squat, Bench, and Deadlift 

New to the lifting scene? Discover the secrets of the barbell squat, bench press, and deadlift in this beginner-friendly workshop. Learn the ropes of Powerlifting, master proper techniques, and enhance your lifting game safely and effectively.

Strength Training – The Basics

Ever wondered about weight training? Join us in this workshop to grasp fundamental principles and master free weight movements like barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. Dive into the world of weight training machines too! In a reserved area of SWRC, learn from a personal trainer. Get ready to redefine your strength game.

Strength Training- Level Up 

Build off the foundations developed in “Strength Training- The Basics”. Learn how to implement progressive overload, structure your workouts with periodization, and understand the critical role of full range of motion and stretch-mediated hypertrophy in maximizing strength and size. Focused lifts will include Deficit Barbell Lunges, Snatch Grip Romanian Deadlifts (RDLs), Kettlebell Shoulder Press, and Pull-Ups

Core

Strengthen abdominal and lateral flexors, back extensors and core stabilizers to improve torso stability and function.

Total Body

A strength training class that targets the major muscle groups using various equipment and body weight. Total body also incorporates bursts of cardio to keep your heart rate up.

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