Faculty & Staff Group Exercise Classes Fall Classes Start Monday August, 28

Join weekly in-person group exercise classes exclusively for faculty and staff!

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

We're excited to announce that AhealthyU fitness classes will be resuming on August 28. As a reminder, all AhealthyU fitness classes are available to faculty and staff at no-cost.

Hosted by AhealthyU and AU RecFit, for Fall 2023 we're offering four complimentary classes* with no extra registration or gym memberships needed to participate.

Classes are exclusively for faculty and staff and all activity levels are welcome.
Masks are optional. For full details on in-person group exercise class policies visit the RecFit Group Exercise website.
Please bring your AU ID. It is required for access to class.
Class participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information review the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section or contact AhealthyU at ahealthyu@american.edu.

*AhealthyU covers the cost of AhealthyU group fitness classes to help you achieve your wellness goals. Any additional classes offered by RecFit will require payment and are also open to students.

Staff & Faculty Group Fitness classes will run from 8/28-12/15. It is complimentary from AhealthyU. Classes are on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

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Points to AhealthyU Participants

Earn 1 point for every AhealthyU group exercise class you attend. View full details at www.american.edu/points.

Fall 2023: Group Exercise Classes Schedule

Monday

Class: Strictly Strength
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Congressional
Class capacity: 15 participants
Instructor: Michael

Tuesday

Class: Total Body Circuit
Time: 12:10 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Location: Jacobs Fitness Center
Class Capacity: 15 participants
Instructor: Jen

Wednesday

Class: Strictly Strength
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Congressional
Class capacity: 15 participants
Instructor: Michael

Thursday

Class: Yoga Flow
Time: 12:10 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.
Location: Cassell Studio B
Class Capacity: 15 participants
Instructor: Erina

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

All levels are welcomed to any of our classes! Open to all AU faculty and staff.

Barre: Full body workout that combines techniques from Pilates, Yoga, and Ballet. Barre is a low-impact class that focuses on high repetitions of small range movements utilizing body weight, resistance bands, the barre and much more!
Strictly Strength: This class is for anyone who wants to develop muscular strength and endurance. We’ll tackle basic resistance training exercises using strategic principles. This easy-to-follow workout challenges every major muscle group.
Total Body Circuit: A full body workout that is designed to strengthen and tone your whole body! This class will challenge you through bursts of body weight movements and cardiovascular training. All levels are welcome and will leave feeling accomplished and empowered to take on the day.
Yoga Flow: This yoga class links movement and breath creating a sense of flow and release tension. We will explore a combination of yoga styles including Hatha (static poses), Vinyasa (flowing through poses), and Gentle or Restorative yoga promoting increased strength, focus and flexibility. All levels are welcome and will leave feeling centered and renewed.

NEW! Registration Process for Strength and Conditioning Classes

Due to the limited space and safety protocols, we implemented a new registration process on Monday, September 11. The Strength and Conditioning classes on Monday and Wednesday are the only AhealthyU fitness classes that require registration as of now. Total Body Circuit on Tuesday from 12:10 – 12:45 pm and Yoga on Thursday from 12:10 – 12:50 pm do not require registration.

Registration for each class is required and opens one week in advance. Bookmark the registration page and sign up to reserve a spot.

Check back regularly if the class is full, in case any spots open. Please remember to cancel your registration if you can no longer attend. You can register up to 15 minutes before the start of class. We hope to see you there!

More Information

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

No class registration is required, but you must sign and submit an electronic AhealthyU exercise release form to participate.
Check-in for AhealthyU classes in Jacobs and Cassell Fitness Centers begin 15 minutes prior to the start of class at the front desk for either Jacobs or Cassell based on class location.
All participants must present their Staff AU ID card at the fitness center front desk for access to classes. Participants in all of AhealthyU's group exercise classes must follow Fitness Center rules and regulations. This includes arriving for classes in proper workout gear and footwear (no sandals or toed shoes).
Class participation is on a first come, first served basis.
Masks are optional for participants.
Any bags brought to the fitness center must be stored in a locker. No bags are allowed on the floor of the gym or group exercise rooms or on top of any equipment or furniture in the fitness center.
Individuals participating in indoor classes will be provided equipment, but those who wish to bring their own yoga mat are welcome to do so.

For full details on in-person group exercise policies visit the RecFit Group Exercise website. Please email ahealthyu@american.edu with any questions.

COST TO PARTICIPATE

We're excited to announce that beginning August 29, 2022, all AhealthyU fitness classes are available to faculty and staff at no-cost to you. AhealthyU covers the cost of their fitness classes to support your wellness goals.