Fitness

TAMUK RecSports Fitness is dedicated to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among our students, faculty, and staff. We offer a wide range of fitness services to help everybody achieve their wellness goals.

Group Fitness Classes

Join our GroupEX community and experience the energy of our group fitness classes. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fitness enthusiast, we have classes for every level and interest. From muscle building weight training to yoga and dance, there's something for everyone. See below for the schedule of classes and information regarding class passes.

Class Schedule

Join us for our Free GroupEX Class Preview Week May 28^th – May 31^st

Table of the Summer 2024 Group Fitness Class Times and Locations
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
6:00am	Gentle Yoga Rec Center	Step & Pump Rec Center	Beginner Pilates Rec Center	Tone & Sculpt Rec Center	Gentle Yoga Rec Center
12:00pm Faculty and Staff Only	Step & Pump GroupEX Room	Tone & Sculpt GroupEX Room	Step & Pump GroupEX Room	Tone & Sculpt GroupEX Room
5:30pm	Zumba GroupEX Room	Beginner Pilates GroupEX Room	Zumba GroupEX Room	Beginner Pilates GroupEX Room

All classes are 45 minutes in length.
The GroupEX room is located in the SPEC racquetball courts and will be opened 10 minutes before class starts.
Faculty and Staff only classes are limited to TAMUK faculty, staff, and retirees.
Class Pass must be presented during sign in for all classes. See below how to get your ClassPass today!

Class Descriptions

We recommend bringing a towel and water bottle to all group exercise classes.
All equipment needed for classes is provided with the exception of yoga mats. To create the healthiest environment possible, members who want to use a mat (especially for yoga classes) should bring their own.

This Mat Pilates class is a low-impact fitness class designed to elongate muscles, increase core strength, and improve flexibility. This mat work-based class is designed to promote body awareness, balance, endurance, and decrease stress. Best of all: there are no weights required! So grab a mat and join in on the next Pilates class!

Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats to class.

A beginner's restoration and yin yoga class that is a refreshing and invigorating start to your day. This class has gentle poses and mindful breathwork, designed to enhance flexibility and promote a sense of calm. Props including blocks and yoga straps are provided for modifications.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats to class.

Step & Pump: a cardio party that's low on impact but high on energy! Step up to the beat and pump up the fun as we combine step aerobics with dumbbell exercises for a full-body blast. This is a great cross-training program for all skill levels!

Welcome to Total Body Sculpt & Tone—a perfect starting point for your strength journey! This class offers a supportive environment for beginners to dive into the fundamentals of strength training. From curls to squats, we'll target every muscle group, sculpting and toning for a stronger, more confident you. Get ready to feel the burn and see results with Total Body Sculpt and Tone!

Zumba classes combine Latin and international music and dance to create a dynamic calorie-burning form of workout for people of all fitness levels. This effective fitness system features aerobic training that is a fusion of slow and fast rhythms to tone and sculpt your body.

Class Passes

GroupEx Summer Class Passes are valid from June 3^rd - August 9^th .

No GroupEx classes will be held June 19^th , July 3^rd , July 4^th , and July 5^th .

Class Pass is free for TAMUK Students who are enrolled during Summer 1 or 2. For students not currently enrolled in Summer classes, class pass will be $25.

Students can get their Class Pass at the front desk of the Student Recreation Center.

The Faculty/Staff Class Pass will cost $35 for the 2024 Summer semester. Faculty/Staff must have a Rec Center Membership in order to purchase a Class Pass. Class Passes can be purchased at the front desk of the Student Recreation Center.

The Alumni/Retiree Class Pass will cost $35 for the 2024 Summer semester. Alumni/Retiree must have a Rec Center Membership in order to purchase a Class Pass. Class Passes can be purchased at the front desk of the Student Recreation Center.

The Community Class Pass will cost $50 for the 2024 Summer semester. Community Members must have a Rec Center Membership in order to purchase a Class Pass. Class Passes can be purchased at the front desk of the Student Recreation Center.

New for Summer 2024!

Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Community Members may purchase a Class Pass without a Rec Center membership. The Group Ex Only Class Pass* gives you access to Group Exercise classes offered by Recreational Sports during the Summer Semester.

*The Group Ex Only Class Pass only allows access the Student Recreation Center when attending group exercise classes hosted at the Student Recreation Center.

Group Ex Only Pass Pricing

Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Retiree: $50
Community: $75

For any other questions or comments please email us at fitness@tamuk.edu