Specialty Group Classes provide more focused instruction in a group of 8-10 participants. Classes include topic specific equipment provided by UREC unless otherwise noted. There is an additional cost associated with these small group classes.
Our small group offerings are intended to provide a more intimate and committed environment for members of the gym to attend consistent classes over a specified number of weeks. Registration in advance is necessary to plan for classes. Registration for Specialty Group Classes occurs at the beginning of each academic semester.
Miss the registration deadline? Check out some of our past offerings below:
A six week small group training program that will focus on strength, hypertrophy, conditioning. This program consists of two days a week in Belk Gym Weight Room and will have participants gaining strength across the program, eventually working up to a one, five, or eight rep max. Participants will learn how to comfortably and confidently squat, hinge, and press while also getting their sweat on.
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Location: Will Vary
Cost: $25
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
Compound Lifting 101 is a fun beginner-friendly 6-week program designed to help you learn and progress in the big barbell lifts. These include the bench press, squat, shoulder press, deadlift, and rows. You’ll build strength, confidence, and solid technique while mastering the basics of safe and effective compound training in a supportive environment!
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
A social dance experience that’s an easy and energizing way to get moving while enjoying great music and building community. Each routine is choreographed to R&B, hip-hop, and other popular genres, making it fun for all skill levels. Best of all, it’s a workout that doesn’t feel like a workout; it's just pure fun on the dance floor!
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
A unique workout program that welcomes and will challenge all fitness levels through outdoor, athlete-style workouts. Each session you may find yourself at a different location on campus whether in a parking deck or a quad on campus!
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
Take your pilates training to the next level with our progressive advanced pilates program! This will be a chance to get some individual feedback in a more private setting and introduce you to new mat Pilates skills, techniques, equipment, and exercises!
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
Functional Fit is a high-intensity, functional training class that blends mobility, light-strength, and conditioning into one powerful session. Through strategic use of kettlebells, cables, rowers, and bodyweight resistance, you’ll develop strength and expand your range of motion. Expect dynamic circuits, loaded mobility, and cardio-driven finishers that test your capacity — not just your muscles This class is built for those who want to move better, train smarter, and perform harder.
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
University Recreation's six week strength & conditioning program for women, led by women. Join one of our Certified Personal Trainers at Belk Gym Weight Room and prepare to build strength in traditional movements such as the squat, bench, and deadlift. Women & Weights will meet two days a week in the Belk Gym Weight Room. One day will be lower body focus, and the other day will be upper body focused. This program will also utilize some machines, dumbbells, and conditioning activities to prepare the body for everything. Strength is in, lets get strong together.
Contact: Tori Lord, Assistant Director of Fitness Programs
Looking to do a private class for your organization, department, or group?
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