The University of Iowa - Recreational Services

Fitness Programs incorporates a lot of different areas. Group exercise along with Mind and Body classes are offered several times throughout the day in the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center and the Field House.

Members are also welcome to visit one of the five fitness centers on campus for an individual workout on state-of-the-art fitness equipment. One-on-one or small group personal training options are available if you would like more assistance. Which ever route you go, we have friendly fitness staff members that are here to help you reach your goals.

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Group Exercise
Mind and Body
Personal Training
Special Programs
Kettlebells
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Group Exercise classes are one of the many benefits to a Recreational Services Member. For the safety of participants and considering equipment limitations, activity rooms at the Field House and CRWC will have a limited capacity. You must stop by the Membership Services Desk prior to class to receive a ticket for entrance into the class.

ALL: Work at own pace and intensity.
BEGINNER: Easy to follow with moderate intensity.
INTERMEDIATE: Intervals of moderate/high fitness skill and intensity levels.
ADVANCE: High level of fitness conditioning demands. Not recommended for beginner exerciser.

Group Exercise Schedule - Quick view

Mind & Body classes are included in the Recreation Membership. For the safety of participants and considering equipment limitations, activity rooms at the Field House and CRWC will have a limited capacity. You must stop by the Membership Services Desk prior to class to receive a ticket for entrance into the class.

For the safety of participants and considering equipment limitations, activity rooms at the Field House and CRWC will have a limited capacity. You must stop by the Membership Services Desk prior to class to redeem a series and receive a ticket for entrance into the class.

Mind And Body Schedule - Quick view

What is Personal Training?

Personal Training is an approach to gain assistance in order to have an overall health improvement. Personal Trainers work with clients to develop an exercise/activity program based on a client's fitness goals. People of all ages, body types and levels of fitness can benefit from the services of a Personal Trainer.

Program Philosophy:

Our goal is to educate our clients on how to exercise safely. Our Personal Trainers will provide education, guidance, instruction and motivation to clients who want to achieve their personal fitness goals. Our Personal Trainers will closely supervise your progress and will help provide you with resources so that you become confident and comfortable in any fitness/weight room environment.

Benefits of Personal Training

Improved Cardiovascular Fitness
Decreased Body Fat Stores
Increased Muscle Strength, Endurance & Tone
Reduction in Blood Pressure
Decreased Clinical Symptoms of Anxiety, Stress, Tension and Depression
Increased Energy, Stamina & Endurance
Decreased Total Cholesterol
Improved Coordination
Enhanced Immune System
Strengthened Skeletal System

About the Trainers

The University of Iowa’s Personal Trainers are nationally certified. Many also have obtained a BS or MS in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology and have demonstrated an acceptable level of knowledge prior to hire.
All of our Personal Trainers are trained to offer fitness testing as the first training session. Clients have the option of declining fitness testing and may do a regular workout instead. However, it is strongly encouraged to have fitness testing done, as it can be useful to have baseline data to help design your exercise program.
All Personal Trainers will refrain from offering medical advice regarding any medical issues. While Personal Trainers are qualified to coach on exercise modalities, they are not physicians and cannot diagnose any condition or illness.

Personal Training Sessions may include

Fitness Assessment
Program Design
Warm Up, stretching & cool down
Free Weight Training & Instruction
Machine Weight Training & Instruction
Cardiovascular Exercise
Exercise Progression
Evaluation and Review of Goals
Program Creativity
Education
Exercise ideas for travel and home

Registration:

To register to meet with a personal trainer, please download and complete the PERSONAL TRAINING FORM (PDF)

**Please make note that these forms will not e-mail or save the changes that you type in to the form. You must drop off your forms at the CRWC membership desk and/or campus mail/mail the forms to :

Mail the form to :

Recreational Services - Personal Training
Attn: Angela Charsha-Harney
309 S. Madison Street
C201 CRWC
Iowa City, Iowa 52242

Personal Training Fees:

Personal Trainers will provide one-on-one assistance in the design of an exercise program tailored to meet individual clients goals, fitness level and experience.

Number of Sessions	UI Student Member	Recreational Services Member
3	$105($35/session)	$135($45/session)
5	$160($32/session)	$210($42/session)
8	$240($30/session)	$304($38/session)
10	$270($27/session)	$350($35/session)

Partner/Small Group Personal Training Fees: Partner Training is one-on-two or one-on-three sessions with a Personal Trainer that offers individuals an opportunity to workout with a partner(s). Having another person holding your accountable will help you adhere to a program.

Number of Sessions	UI Student Member	Recreational Services Member
3	$75($25/session)	$99($33/session)
5	$115($23/session)	$150($30/session)
8	$160($20/session)	$216($27/session)
10	$170($17/session)	$250($25/session)

*prices are listed per person

Fit Check

Fitness Testing provides a measure of your cardiovascular and muscular fitness, flexibility and body composition. Knowing these parameters of fitness is important in determining an effective exercise program design and can serve as a great motivational tool to help you continue on your path toward your fitness goals. Qualified staff will lead you through the assessment protocols and educate you on what the results mean. Interested in getting your fitness level tested? Get a FitCheck by signing up for a full body assessment or any of the following tests individually:

Full Body Assessment

Physiological Assessment: The Physiological Assessment is a full fitness assessment measuring heart rate, blood pressure, aerobic fitness, body composition, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. Your aerobic fitness is assessed through a submaximal exercise step test, which will result in aerobic fitness values being somewhat less accurate than if a maximal exercise stress test was performed. Body composition is estimated via a 3-site skinfold caliper measurement. Muscular endurance is measured via a sit-up and /or push-up test. Muscular strength is measured with a bicep curl test. Flexibility is measured via a sit-and-reach test. The time requirement for this option is only estimate for 40 - 50 minutes.
Cost: UI Student $20 / Non-UI Student: $40

Reassessment:

Time to reassess? Stay on track and/or evaluate if your current program is working for you! If you have already had a full body assessment wtih us, you will get 1/2 off the initial price for your reassessment.
Cost: UI Student $10 / Non-UI Student: $20

Individual Tests

Submaximal Aerobic Capacity: Your aerobic fitness is assessed through a submaximal exercise step test, which will result in aerobic fitness values being somewhat less accurate than if a maximal exercise stress test was performed. The time requirement for this test is 15 minutes.
Cost: UI Student: $10 / Non-UI Student: $15

Body Composition: A three-site skinfold measurement is used to predict relative body fat. Skinfold measurement sites differ between the sexes: chest, abdomen, and thigh for men; triceps, suprailiac, and thigh for women. This body compositions technique is not as accurate as is a hydrostatic weighing, but still esitmates body fat with reasonable accuracy (+/- 3.5%). Therefore, it is a technique which is appropriate for those interested in a general understanding and reasonable estimation of their body fat percentage. It is also a good technique to use to monitor changes over time.
Cost: UI Student $8 / Non-UI Student $15

Flexibility: Flexibility is the ability to move a joint through its complete range of motion. A sit-and-reach protocol will be conducted to measure hamstring flexibility. The protocol involves slow, static stretching of the muscles. Proper warm-up will be performed prior to the test to minimize the risk of soreness or injury.
Cost: UI Student $5 / Non-UI Student $8

Muscular Endurance (sit-up, push-up): Muscular endurance is the ability of a muscle group to execute repeated contractions over a period of time sufficient to cause muscular fatigue, or to maintain a voluntary contraction for a prolonged period of time. Sit-up and/or push-up protocols will be used to evaluate the endurance of the abdominal muscle groups and upper body muscles, respectively.
Cost: UI Student $8 / Non-UI Student $15

Payment Options

Recreational Services accepts various forms of payment including: Cash, Check, Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard) or U-Bill Charge.

For further information/questions/comments/inquiries, feel free to contact Angela Charsha-Harney at 319-335-3548.

Special Programs

Throughout the year, Fitness Programs offers a variety of special events. They each have a dedicated instructor who will motivate you to reach your fitness goals. Read below for the current offerings.

Reformer Pilates, By appointment only

This class will use the STOTT reformer to build on the basic Pilates principles, focusing on core strength and stability, coordination, flexibility and endurance. 3 Sessions ($105 private, $160 semi-private – 2 person), 5 Sessions ($160 private, $240 semi-private – 2 person), 10 Sessions ($270 private, $405 semi-private – 2 person)

Group Exercise Instructor Training

Code: REC 1116

Are you interested in training to become a Group Exercise Instructor? Now is your chance! Come join us to learn the principles to teaching group exercise classes, such as Cardio classes, Step, Kickboxing, Cycle, and Resistance Training. In 6-weeks, you will gain knowledge and experience that will help prepare you to go on to co-teach with another instructor, and get set up to audition.

Timeline: May 22, 2012 - Jun 28, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 2| Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Member Fee: $30.00 | Non-Member Fee: $40.00 | Days of the Week Tuesday Thursday

Deadline: May 22, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Zumba Gold - Summer 1

Code: REC 1106

Zumba Gold is perfect for the individual just starting to exercise. This low impact, easy-to-follow, Latin inspired dance fitness party will keep you in the groove of life!

Timeline: May 29, 2012 - Jun 26, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 3| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Member Fee: $17.00 | Non-Member Fee: $25 | Days of the Week Tuesday

Deadline: May 30, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Olympic Lifting Program

Code: REC 1117

Whether you are a novice lifter, bike racer, student athlete, busy mom, or an elite athlete, Olympic Lifting will help improve how your body functions during all physical activities or as you complete daily tasks. There are two Olympic Lifts, the clean and jerk and snatch. Mastery of these lifts develops the squat, deadlift, powerclean, power snatch, and split jerk while intergrating them into a single movement of unequaled value in all strength and conditioning. Participants in this program can expext to increase strength, power, speed, agility, coordination, and endurance. All levels and abilities are welcome.

Timeline: Jun 04, 2012 - Jun 27, 2012 | Location: FIELD HOUSE| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Member Fee: $60.00 | Non-Member Fee: $80.00 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jun 05, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX Body Blast - Tu 5:30 PM - Summer 1

Code: REC 1132

Build overall strength and endurance with this highly efficient Suspension Training program. Body Blast is a non-stop workout where you spend the entire time using the TRX. This is designed for exercisers at all levels.

Timeline: Jun 05, 2012 - Jul 10, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Tuesday

Deadline: Jun 06, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX CHALLENGE - Tu 6:30 PM - Summer 1

Code: REC 1136

TRX Challenge is for the advanced exerciser. This class will be super fun and challenging. It will offer you a new way to train and recruit every muscle in your body. Shock your system! Don't be afraid of the challenge.

Timeline: Jun 05, 2012 - Jul 10, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Tuesday

Deadline: Jun 06, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX 30+ - Wed 9:30 AM - Summer 1

Code: REC 1140

TRX 30+ is a cardio circuit designed for our 30+ active crowd that is looking to try something new, fun, non-competitive and exciting. TRX 30+ is a workout that will help train your entire body to work more efficiently and will safely help to build strong muscles so you can move easily through your everyday activities. This class will be full of sweat and laughs!

Timeline: Jun 06, 2012 - Jun 27, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

Member Fee: $28.00 | Non-Member Fee: $40.00 | Days of the Week Wednesday

Deadline: Jun 07, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX CHALLENGE - Fri 6:30 PM - Summer 1

Code: REC 1138

Timeline: Jun 08, 2012 - Jul 13, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Friday

Deadline: Jun 09, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX Body Blast 3 - Fri 5:30 PM - Summer 1

Code: REC 1134

Timeline: Jun 08, 2012 - Jul 13, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Friday

Deadline: Jun 09, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Zumba Gold - Summer 2

Code: REC 1107

Zumba Gold is perfect for the individual just starting to exercise. This low impact, easy-to-follow, Latin inspired dance fitness party will keep you in the groove of life!

Timeline: Jul 03, 2012 - Jul 31, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 3| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Member Fee: $17.00 | Non-Member Fee: $25 | Days of the Week Tuesday

Deadline: Jul 03, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX 30+ - Wed 9:30 AM - Summer 2

Code: REC 1141

Timeline: Jul 11, 2012 - Aug 01, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

Member Fee: $28.00 | Non-Member Fee: $40.00 | Days of the Week Wednesday

Deadline: Jul 12, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX CHALLENGE - Tu 6:30 PM - Summer 2

Code: REC 1137

Timeline: Jul 17, 2012 - Aug 21, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Tuesday

Deadline: Jul 18, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX Body Blast - Tu 5:30 PM - Summer 2

Code: REC 1133

Timeline: Jul 17, 2012 - Aug 21, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Tuesday

Deadline: Jul 18, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX Body Blast - Fri 5:30 PM - Summer 2

Code: REC 1135

Timeline: Jul 20, 2012 - Aug 24, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Friday

Deadline: Jul 21, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

TRX CHALLENGE - Fri 6:30 PM - Summer 2

Code: REC 1139

Timeline: Jul 20, 2012 - Aug 24, 2012 | Location: CRWC| Time: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Member Fee: $42.00 | Non-Member Fee: $60.00 | Days of the Week Friday

Deadline: Jul 21, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

About Kettlebells

The use of kettlebell for physical fitness in sports and health has recently experienced a surge in popularity especially in US. This has come as a no surprise as many top level U.S. athletes and celebrities have started using them to improve their performance and physiques. There are many benefits to kettlebell training, including, but not limited to: Improved Functional Strength, Improved Cardiovascular Fitness, Enhanced Body Composition, and Reduced Risk of Injury. Kettlebell training is a great all-round fitness tool for both men and women. However, it can lead to injuries like any other form of exercise if proper instructions are not undertaken. Always be sure about the proper techniques before undergoing a full kettlebell training program.

Upcoming Classes

Kettlebell - Summer Fling 1

Code: REC 1100

Kettlebell training is a fun and challenging fitness program that involves the entire body and focuses on muscle endurance, power, and dynamic movements. If you are doing a full kettlebell workout or kettlebells are just a part of your exercise routine, they will be an exhilarating and amazingly real addition to your workout routine. Kettlebell weights demand your full concentration and are a very engaging way to exercise, it is nothing like a half an hour on the treadmill. The exercises you do will require lots of secondary muscles that you wouldn’t normally use with most workouts. All levels are welcome to join!

Timeline: Jun 11, 2012 - Jun 27, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 1| Time: 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM

Member Fee: $40.00 | Non-Member Fee: $54 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jun 11, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Kettlebell - Summer Fling 2

Code: REC 1101

Timeline: Jun 11, 2012 - Jun 27, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 1| Time: 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM

Member Fee: $40.00 | Non-Member Fee: $54.00 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jun 11, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Kettlebell - Summer Fling 3

Code: REC 1102

Timeline: Jun 11, 2012 - Jun 27, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 1| Time: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Member Fee: $40.00 | Non-Member Fee: $54.00 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jun 11, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Kettlebell - Summer Fling 4

Code: REC 1103

Timeline: Jul 16, 2012 - Aug 01, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 1| Time: 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM

Member Fee: $40.00 | Non-Member Fee: $54.00 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jul 16, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Kettlebell - Summer Fling 5

Code: REC 1104

Timeline: Jul 16, 2012 - Aug 01, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 1| Time: 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM

Member Fee: $40.00 | Non-Member Fee: $54.00 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jul 16, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Kettlebell - Summer Fling 6

Code: REC 1105

Timeline: Jul 16, 2012 - Aug 01, 2012 | Location: CRWC-ACTI ROOM 1| Time: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Member Fee: $40.00 | Non-Member Fee: $80.00 | Days of the Week Monday Wednesday

Deadline: Jul 16, 2012 | registration: Membership Desk

Kettlebell Personal Training

Whether you have experience using kettlebells and want to challenge yourself further and learn advanced exercises, or whether you have never touched a kettlebell but want to learn proper form and technique to reap the benefits, sign up for kettlebell personal training! Programs are personalized for every individuals needs and abilities.

Individual Training Fees:

Number of Sessions	UI Student Member	Recreational Services Member
3	$105($35/session)*	$135($45/session)*
5	$160($32/session)*	$210($42/session)*
8	$240($30/session)*	$304($38/session)*
10	$270($27/session)*	$350($35/session)*

Partner/Small Group Training Fees:

Number of Sessions	UI Student Member	Recreational Services Member
3	$75($25/session)	$99($33/session)
5	$115($23/session)	$150($30/session)
8	$160($20/session)	$216($27/session)
10	$170($17/session)	$250($25/session)

*prices are listed per person

Register for personal training by completing the Personal Training Registration forms. Please indicate on your forms that you would like to work with Kettlebells.

Questions? Contact Angela Charsha-Harney at angela-charsha@uiowa.edu

Assistant Director - Group Exercise: Matt Stancel, matthew-stancel@uiowa.edu -

Graduate Assistant - Fitness Programs: Brooke Blazevich, brooke-blazevich@uiowa.edu -

Assistant Director - Personal Training & Fitness East: Angela Charsha-Harney, angela-charsha@uiowa.edu - (319) 335-3548

Associate Director - Fitness Programs: Pat Kutcher, patricia-kutcher@uiowa.edu - (319) 335-9291