Fitness Special Programs

Registration is open to Rec Sports members and is $5.00 per workshop. It will open two weeks in advance of scheduled session date and time.

• Mindful Journaling: Yoga and  Resiliency Workshop
  Sunday, February 9 from 10:30 a.m. – Noon  |  Women’s Field House
  
  Join us for a workshop that blends yoga and meditation with the powerful practice of journaling. This session is designed to help college students build mindfulness, resilience and emotional balance in both their yoga practice and daily lives. Through guided journaling prompts, calming yoga flows and group reflection, you’ll learn to cultivate awareness, release stress and strengthen your mental and emotional well-being. Walk away with practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. Whether you're new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, this workshop offers something for everyone.
  
  
• Yin and Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath Immersion
  Friday, March 21  |  3 – 4:30 p.m.  |  RPAC B138E
  
  Deepen your practice with a soothing blend of Yin and Restorative yoga, enhanced by the magic of a sound bath. This experience is perfect for yogis of all levels who are looking to deepen their understanding of mindful movement, relaxation and energy flow. Together, we’ll explore the importance of slowing down, finding balance and creating space for stillness in both body and mind. Through gentle, supported poses, we’ll cultivate inner harmony while immersing ourselves in the calming tones of different sound frequencies. This practice offers a unique opportunity to reflect, rejuvenate and re-center your mind, body and spirit while broadening your yoga journey. 
  
  
• Illuminating Sun Salutations: A Deep Dive Workshop
  Wednesday, April 2  |  8 – 9:30 a.m.  |  RPAC B138E
  
  Discover the foundational elements of sun salutations in our "Illuminating Sun Salutations” workshop. This 90-minute session focuses on breaking down each pose within the traditional Surya Namaskar A sequence, exploring proper alignment, breath coordination and modifications for each position. This workshop is perfect for all: beginners will learn a strong foundation for their practice, regulars will refine their technique and seasoned yogis will get a detailed breakdown and improvement of poses they’ve been doing for years! We will provide hands-on adjustments and personalized guidance to help you develop a safe, sustainable practice. Join us!

Challenge yourself by attending a variety of group fitness classes, engage with staff and earn points. Points will work your way towards a Bronze, Silver or Gold medal! Your final point accumulation will win you a prize.

Registration is FREE and open to Rec Sports Members. 

1 – 2 p.m.  |  Lincoln Tower Park Turf Field

This unique session combines the best of functional fitness with a playful twist, using dynamic equipment like tires, boxes and battle ropes. Experience a variety of individual and team-based challenges that will challenge your strength, endurance and agility. Bring your competitive spirit and prepare for an unforgettable day of fitness with your friends that’s as fun as it is functional!

Plan to arrive 10 – 15 minutes before the scheduled class time to check-in and get ready for class. By participating, you'll have the chance to win exclusive Rec Sports SWAG!

Registration is FREE and limited to 100 participants, sign up ahead of time to secure your spot.