Month: January 2015

Sometimes you just need to shake things up. Sometimes you need a little boost to the old routine…. Community Programs brings you not one but TWO specialty classes this weekend to help you do just that!

Belly Dance for Fitness Sampler – Come see what it’s all about! Learn to shake, shimmy and roll in this energetic cabaret-style class. Saturday, January 31, 12:00-12:50 p.m. in the SDC Studio. Cost is $7.

Yoga for Cross Country Skiers – A special workshop focusing on stretching and strengthening the muscles used most in cross country skiing. A perfect way to end a ski or start a relaxing weekend. Sunday, February 1, 6:00-7:15 p.m. in the SDC Studio. Cost is $10.

For more information on all Community Programs, visit us online at www.michigantechrecreation.com. On Facebook at Michigan Tech Recreation and on Twitter @MichiganTechRec.

Did you miss Dollar Days, but would still like to try some new fitness classes? You’re in luck!

We’re offering some FREE sampler classes which will be taking place in the residence halls this week.

Monday, January 26
7:00-7:25pm Zumba with Cindy, Wads Annex
7:30-7:55pm Turbo Kick with Jacq, Campus Cafe

Wednesday, January 28
7:00-7:25pm Metabolic Conditioning with Krista, DHH Ballroom
7:30-7:55pm PiYo with Cindy, DHH Center Lounge

Again, registration is free, but you need to email wmborosk@mtu.edu to register!

For more information, visit Complimentary Fitness Sampler Classes.

For all the latest information on Michigan Tech Recreation, Community Programs, and Sports Camps, visit www.michigantechrecreation.com, like us on Facebook at Michigan Tech Recreation, and follow us on Twitter @MichiganTechRec.

Community Programs is offering a new fitness class! Check out Turbo Kick w/ Jacq on Monday and Wednesday evenings at the SDC.

Turbo Kick combines cardio kickboxing and the hottest dance moves to form a fast-paced, up-beat workout! Paired with high energy and motivational music mixes, this unique blend of cardiovascular, strength, and endurance training is sure to get you moving and toned – not to mention totally addicted! Turbo Kick requires no previous kickboxing experience or equipment, and all fitness levels are welcome. Session and daily prices available. Commit to be HuskiesFit with Turbo Kick.

For more information, visit Turbo Kick.

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Today is the day!

A wide variety of fitness programming is available right at the SDC. Michigan Tech Community Programs offers awesome class options to fit your personal fitness level and style. In the studio, pool or on the ice, our youth classes will also keep your little husky active, engaged and having fun. 

Start the New Year off right and let Community Programs help you stick to that resolution of a healthier happier you. Commit to be HuskiesFit in 2015!

For more information, visit Spring 2015 Community Programs Guide.

Due to a change in the visiting hockey team’s practice time, Learn to Skate will be held from 8:30-9:50 a.m. this Saturday, January 17.

For more information about the Learn to Skate program, visit Learn to Skate.

The Michigan Tech Dance Team will be hosting a youth clinic Sunday, January 25, from 3:00-6:00pm in the SDC Studio for boys and girls, Pre-K through 8th grade. Participants will warm-up, stretch, and learn across the floor routines as well as an entire dance routine to be performed at halftime of the Michigan Tech Women’s Basketball Game against Lake Superior State on Saturday, January 31!

Dancers of all skill levels are welcome. Cost to participate is $25/child, $20/sibling (covers clinic & game performance; parents must purchase admission to game). Registration is at the SDC Ticket Office or by calling 487-2073.

For more information, visit Michigan Tech Dance Team Youth Clinic or contact Ariana Johnson at arianaj@mtu.edu.

The Michigan Tech Spring Figure Skating Camp will be held  Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29. Guest Coaching Staff includes Joel McKeever, Igor Yaroshenko, Marcie Kieperic, and Peter Biver. Local Coaching Staff includes Elena Rodrigues, Jennifer Bukovich, Sherry Karnosky, and Jessica Comfort.

A test session will be hosted by the Copper Country Skating Academy on Sunday, March 29.

For more information or to register, visit 2015 Spring Figure Skating Camp.

Youth classes will begin soon for Skating, Hockey, Swimming, Dance and Aikido.

Register now and take advantage of available savings options such as SDC member discounts, the Michigan Tech Employees Federal Credit Union member discount for swimming and skating, and TechFit.

 

Hockey – classes begin Saturday, January 10

Skating – classes begin Saturday, January 10

Swimming – classes begin Saturday, January 17

Dance – classes begin Monday, January 19

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For more information on all youth community programs classes visit
http://www.michigantechrecreation.com/programs/youth/index.