Drop in Classes

Drop-In Fitness Classes

PEIF Rec Center Classes will begin Tuesday, September 5

Wildcat Fit Zone Classes will begin Monday, September 18

*Dance Studio, located in the center of the PEIF, room 130.

**Fitness Studio, located near the Info Center, room 113. 

***Fit Zone Studio, located in Wildcat Fit Zone-Student only recreation area

Please arrive 5 - 10 minutes prior to class, as space can become limited.  

Participants must check in at PEIF Rec Center front desk to receive hand stamp or fitness studio pass. All participants must have membership or purchase a day pass to participate.

All NMU Sports Complex schedules are subject to change without notification. Every effort will be made to post changes and cancelations of classes on this Web page and outside the studio 24 hours in advance.  Questions about fitness and wellness programs can be emailed to fitness@nmu.edu or you can call 906-227-2519.
For a list of group fitness studio rules, click here.

Funky Jam Power Yoga*

The music gets funky, laughs are encouraged, and sweat just might happen. This flow is set at more of a fast pace, advanced poses are offered. A lot of this class will be helping individuals grow through endurance and strength.

Level of intensity: Beginner/Intermediate

Spin**

Indoor cycling or “Spin”, as an organized activity, is a form of exercise with classes focusing on endurance, strength, intervals, high intensity (race days) and recovery. This class will get your heart pumping, legs burning and sweat rolling.

Level of intensity: Intermediate/Advanced

Bootcamp**

All levels are welcome as you will be tested to your very own limits everyday.

Can I get a 1…2…3…. You will learn self-defense, proper technique and improve your coordination, endurance, and strength. Bring your A game!

Level of intensity: Beginner/Intermediate

Butts and Guts**

Move, Shake and Drop! All levels are welcome, get ready to sweat and feel the burn; with a combination of lower body, abs and those hard to reach love handles. These exercises help you tone, sculpt and strengthen the lower body and core. Don't forget to bring your sass you’re gonna need it when you hear your sweat crying.

Level of intensity: Beginner/Intermediate

Peaceful*

Peaceful yoga is a mindful, slow paced yoga class that incorporates conscious flowing of breath with movement of body. This class is approachable for both beginners and more experienced students. The challenge in the class is from awareness of movement within a peaceful flow.

Level of intensity: Beginner/Intermediate

Meditation*

Monday nights meditation is a 30 minute practice that works on relaxing your mind and body. The class will focus on introducing a verity of mediations that can work in with your daily life. meditation will bring clarity to the mind, calmness to the body, and serenity to the soul.

Level of intensity: Beginner/Intermediate

Step, Core & Balance*

Dust off the aerobic steps and be ready to bust a serious move with Lynne. This class hits up all three energy systems within the body (cardio, strength and coordination) and will leave you smiling and full of energy.

Level of intensity: Beginner/Intermediate

Beginner Yoga*

This class is designed as an introduction to the practice of yoga. Class is focused on developing safe and clear foundation and alignment for common poses.You don’t need to be able to touch your toes; just be willing to give it a try. This class is more slow paced than other vinyasa flow classes, and will break everything down to help make your current practice stronger.

Level of intensity: Beginner

Morning Flow Yoga*

A 50 minute class to help wake you up and get you going and flowing into the rest of your day, feeling excited and focused.

Level of intensity: Beginner

Evening Flow Yoga*

A 50 minute class to help you unwind and unplug from your busy day, feeling relaxed and grounded.

Level of intensity: Beginner

All levels Vinyasa*

This class is a flow based yoga style, postures are held for 6-8 breaths, and the goal is to stretch out the body while finding peace of mind at the same time. No matter your level or experience with yoga, this class is for you.

Level of intensity: Beginner-Advanced

Stretch & Flex*

This class involves a mixture of yoga, Pilates, strength training and balance. While learning to improve flexibility and properly use your core, the participant will perform light active movements, stretching exercises to not only increase energy levels but to improve coordination and increase flexibility.

Level of intensity: Beginner

Fitness Class Levels

Novice- *
For participants who are new to classes in a group setting, or need help to start an exercise program. These classes focus on technique, terminology and intensity with an emphasis on proper form.

Energy- **
Designed for any fitness level to add a quick energy boost during his/her day. These classes focus on technique, intensity and proper form.

Enhance- ***
For participants who enjoy physical activity on a regular basis that are looking for a challenge in his/her day. These classes focus on enhancement of intensity, proper form and technique.

Advance- ****
For participants who are looking for a challenge to his/her normal day.  These classes focus on advanced fitness moves, techniques and extra motivation to get you through the class period.

Checkout the Health & Wellness website for fitness tips and more!