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University of Wyoming

Summer 2008 Classes and Programs

UW Campus Recreation offers a variety of fitness classes and programs for all individuals. All class fees must be paid upon registration.  Fees for unfilled classes will be refunded. Please visit the Half Acre service window for class registration and payment.



General Class Information

Registration

Registration for classes begins on the first day of classes, Monday, May 19. Come to the Half Acre service window to register for each class. Payment is required at the time of registration to reserve a spot in each introductory class, and is required before each group exercise class. If a daily pass is purchased, a receipt must be presented to the instructor prior to the class. Class-size limit is based on a first come, first served basis in the group exercise classes.

Eligibility

Classes are available to all UW students, faculty, staff, and spouses who have purchased access to Half Acre. Participants must be at least 18 years old (or a college freshman) to participate in instructional programs.

Refunds

Registration fees for classes that do not fill will be refunded or transferred to the next class date if applicable. All other refunds must be requested in writing through the Campus Recreation office. Refunds are not available once an introductory class has started. Refunds are not available after the first two weeks of group fitness classes.

Fitness Class Pass

The Fitness Class Pass is available for $40. Purchasing this pass allows you to attend any group fitness class listed at any time during the summer. Times are subject to change; please check with the Half Acre front desk for final class times. Class-size limit is based on a first come, first served basis.

Daily Drop-in Pass

Daily drop-in passes are available for $3 a class; receipt must be presented to the instructor. Times are subject to change; please check with the Half Acre front desk for final class times. Class-size limit is based on a first come, first served basis.

Group Fitness Classes

Total Body Conditioning Boot Camp Yoga
Water Workout Balls and Bands Step Aerobics



Water Workout

Water workout is an aquatic circuit training class that will occur in the shallow end of Half Acre pool. We will include fun new challenges for different fitness levels. Come join us for this fast-paced class that will include warm-up, strengthening, cardio, and cool-down exercises that fit into your lunch hour.
Dates: May 19–July 31 (No class May 26, Memorial Day)
Mondays–Thursdays, 12:10–12:50 p.m.
Location: Half Acre pool

Yoga

Yoga is an ancient natural method for achieving and maintaining physical, mental, and emotional health. This class will include yoga postures (exercise routines), warm-ups, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods. Benefits include stress release, body strength, and weight control, improved body alignment and flexibility, and better concentration.
Dates: May 27 – Aug 1
Monday & Wednesdays, 5:30 -6:30 p.m.
Location: Exercise Room 3 north


Total Body Conditioning (TBC)

This class provides a total body workout. The class will combine various forms of kickboxing, step, hi-low, and circuit training with some weight lifting and abdominal toning to give you a complete workout. No previous experience required.
Dates: May 27–Aug 1
Tuesdays & Thursdays, noon–12:50 p.m.
Location: Exercise Room 3 south



Step Aerobics/Toning

This class is a basic–intermediate step class. Taking this class will give you a cardio and toning workout. One class per week will use hand weights in order to increase the intensity.
Dates: May 27–Aug 1
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Exercise Room 3 south

Balls and Bands

This class is structured around exercise balls and resistance bands to provide a fun and different way to tone all muscle groups. Equipment will be provided; come join us for a great workout.
Dates: May 27 – Aug 1
Monday & Wednesdays, noon–12:50 p.m.
Location: Exercise Room 3 south



Boot Camp

For a less choreographed, more intense workout, Boot Camp is the perfect choice. Basic training and conditioning activities will be exercised in this class at a quick pace. These activities include jumping rope, push-ups, sit-ups, jogging, sprinting, jumping jacks, lunges, and squats.
Dates: May 27–Aug 1
Mondays, Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Fridays, noon-12:50 p.m.
Location: Exercise Room 3 south