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Fitness Programming
Discover dynamic classes like spinning and Zumba, transformative Mind-Body Workshops, Tennis Lessons, and more! Elevate your well-being through invigorating options designed to inspire, challenge, and unite.
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Fitness Classes & Workshops
Fall 2025 Fitness Classes
UB Recreation offers unique fitness classes, taking place at Alumni Arena on North Campus. Classes will be held weekly following the UB academic calendar and are FREE for UB Undergraduate and Graduate Students.
Discover your love for fitness this semester with the guidance of our welcoming instructors. Get ready to sweat, smile, and thrive together!
Schedule
Fitness Classes will begin on Monday, August 25th, 2025.
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
| TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| CLASS NAME | DESCRIPTION |
| Body Bar Blast | This class is a muscle-toning class focused on body muscle strength. Designed using weighted bars, you will perform a variety of traditional weight training moves. Feel stronger with every session! |
| Functional Circuit Training (FCT) | A class focused on building strength, power, and overall athletic performance through a variety of weightlifting and functional exercises. |
| Pilates | This class focuses on strengthening the core muscles, improving posture, enhancing flexibility, and promoting overall body awareness. In a typical Mat Pilates class, participants perform a series of exercises on a mat, using their body weight for resistance. |
| Spin Boot Camp | Take your ride indoors as an instructor guides you on an all-terrain journey that will get your heart pumping and challenge you to give a little more. The focus is on proper cycle technique, body alignment and cardio drills as well as total body strength. A combo workout on and off the bike! |
| Spinning | We are putting our SPIN on cycling. Feed off the incredible energy in the room with a combination of endurance and strength building intervals. With a mix of fast sprints and heavy climbs all timed to the beat of the music, you’ll be counting down the hours till you’re back in the saddle once again. |
| Yoga | Enjoy gentle, effective postures that promote stretching, strengthening and relaxation. Benefits include increased blood circulation, improved mental awareness, strengthened muscles and reduced stress! Personal mats are suggested, mats will not be provided. |
| Zumba | This high-energy dance class features intervals that help improve cardiovascular fitness while also enhancing balance, coordination, agility, and to some degree, strength through the application of beginner-accessible choreography. |
Free Virtual Fitness Classes
Embrace a healthier lifestyle on your terms with 24/7 on-demand fitness classes – the ultimate solution for busy schedules.
Say goodbye to time constraints and expenses, as these free virtual classes empower everyone to prioritize fitness like never before. Welcome the convenience of anytime workouts and take charge of your well-being today.
Classes Include:
Yoga, Chair Yoga, Buti Yoga, Zumba, High-Low, HITT, Pilates, and Cardio Formats
How to Access our Virtual Classes?
1. Review the Group Fitness On Demand Waiver.
2. Enjoy our VOD Library!
UB Faculty/Staff Wellness Classes
These free semester-long classes will help to improve your cardiovascular fitness and endurance, as well as your balance.
More information about UB Faculty/Staff Wellness Classes.
ResFIT Information:
For more information on Residential Fitness, please visit the UB Campus Living website.
Fall 2025 Mind-Body Workshops
TBD
Races, Lessons & More!
Are Your Ready to Learn Tennis from a Pro?
We are pleased to offer adult (18+) group tennis lessons at the Ellicott Tennis Courts. The 6-week program covers fundamental skills, including:
- strokes
- strategy
- rules
- scoring
- etiquette
- drills
- singles/doubles play
Advanced players will receive guidance on spin, court positioning, footwork, and strategies. Join us to enhance your tennis proficiency and enjoy a comprehensive learning experience!
- There are no lesson refunds for personal absence (illness, vacation, etc.).
- Makeups will be offered if a lesson is cancelled prior to the scheduled start due to either weather or instructor illness. Makeup dates are selected based on the availability of the instructor; most makeups are scheduled Friday – Sunday. If you are unable to participate in a make up class, the class is not refundable.
- Communication about class cancelations and makeup is provided through email.
Details
| Summer 2025 | Dates | Days | Time |
| Session 1 | 6/1/25 - 6/18/25 | Mon. & Wed. | 12pm - 1pm |
| Session 2 | 6/1/25 - 6/18/25 | Mon. & Wed. | 5pm - 6pm |
| Session 3 | 6/24/25 - 7/10/25 | Tues. & Thurs. | 12pm - 1pm |
| Session 4 | 6/24/25 - 7/10/25 | Tues. & Thurs. | 5pm - 6pm |
| Session 5 | 7/14/25 - 7/30/25 | Mon. & Wed. | 9am - 10am |
- Location for all lessons: Ellicott Tennis Courts, UB North Campus
- Cost for each session: $120
- Please bring to each lesson: a personal tennis racquet, water bottle, and appropriate clothing
- Tennis balls will be provided
Register Online:
What's a Virtual Race?
Imagine a race without fixed starting lines, dates, or times. In this Virtual 8K race, hosted by UB Recreation, you get to choose when and where to run. Whether you walk, jog, or run on streets, trails, or even a treadmill, the choice is yours. You complete the 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) at your own pace and tell us when you're done.
How Does it Work?
Just use your watch, phone, app, or pedometer to track your route and time. Once you hit 8K or 5 miles, you've done it! You've finished the race.
Share Your Results Easily
After you've completed your 8K, share your results with us. You can show us a picture of your watch or a screenshot of your tracking app – that's all the proof we need.
What's the Deadline?
Our virtual race happens every month, starting on the first day of the month. Make sure to submit your results by the last day of the same month, before midnight.
Everyone's a Winner!
Finishing the race makes you a winner. Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, you're improving your fitness and challenging yourself. As the event goes on, we'll keep you updated on everyone's progress. At the end of each month, we'll celebrate all the finishers and highlight some of the top achievers.
Ready to Race?
Fill out our Run with REC: 8K Waiver.
Work for Fitness: Become a Fitness Instructor
Ready to elevate your fitness passion? Become a Fitness Instructor and inspire others while having a blast. Lead various classes, create a safe environment, and bring your energy. No certification? We'll help you get one. Join our team, learn, and thrive in a supportive community.
For more information about this position, visit our "MEET US" page on our website.
How to Apply?
Submit a Fitness Instructor Application Form.
Questions?
Jessica Nyrop
Associate Director for Fitness and Instruction
Recreation