Michigan Tech Recreation Blog

Month: October 2023

Additional HuskiesFit Classes Added!

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HuskiesFit Programs is proud to announce the addition of the following classes to our lineup!

  • Ballet Barre –  Experience the rejuvenating world of barre, a fusion of the grace of ballet and the fun energy of cardio fitness.
  • Belly Dance –  Arabic and international music and dance moves combine to create a fun fitness routine that offers a great cardiovascular workout.
  • Foam Roll Restorative Yoga –  Great for athletes and people with tight sore muscles from their job, etc.!
  • Power Vinyasa Flow Yoga –  Power flow linked with breath at a faster pace than traditional vinyasa.
  • Sunrise Flow Yoga –  Having your breath paired with poses, let go of stress as you stay in the moment finding strength, balance, and flexibility.

The above classes are free to SDC access holders (minimum 1 month) and included in the HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card. Day passes are also available for $10.

An additional session of Get Your Erg On! has also been added and is open for registration now!

For more information, visit individual class pages.

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WIBIT Wednesday at the SDC Pool

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It’s WIBIT WEDNESDAY!!!!

MTU Students, SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month), and WIBIT Wednesday Pass holders, come make a splash with our inflatable pool obstacle course called the WIBIT!

Events will be held this fall for current MTU Students and SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month).
Test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles.
The course is set up in the deep water and requires users to be able to pass our swim test.
See the WIBIT rules and swim test content below for more information. 

There are many different pieces of the WIBIT and each event will have a featured combination.
Potential featured pieces include:

  • ”The Step” – This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
  • ”The Base” – Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move as it can get slippery!
  • ”The Cliff” – Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
  • ”V-Connect” – Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
  • ”The Bridge” – Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
  • ”The Slope” – Users must climb up a 6 foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!

Dates/Times:

Wednesday, October 25, 5:00-8:00pm
Wednesday, November 29, 5:00-8:00pm

Featured Combinations:

10/25/23: Step/Bridge/V-Connect/Slope
11/29/23: Step/Bridge/Cliff/Slope

Come visit us at the pool to try out your skills! 

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5-Day Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Course January 1-5, 2024

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Outdoor Adventure Program 5-Day Wilderness First Responder Certification January 1-5, 2024 Photo of first responders helping injured person in woods.

The Outdoor Adventure Program is hosting a 5-Day Hybrid Wilderness First Responder course January 1-5, 2024 at Michigan Tech. Must be 18 or older. Class size is limited.

“Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the definitive course in medical training for outdoor educators, guides, SAR team members, and others who work or play in remote areas. The curriculum is comprehensive and practical, including all of the essential principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments. The Hybrid 5-day format is for individuals and sponsors with less time available for on-site training and requires 30 hours of pre-course preparation. Students must register at least 3 weeks before the course date. All students must complete all pre-course e-learning prior to arrival on course.“

January 1-5, 2024
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily

SDC Room 238

Cost $800
Deadline to register: December 8, 2023, 11:59 p.m.

Questions? Contact the OAP at oap@mtu.edu or 906-487-2290.

 

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Fall Aquatics Programs Session 2

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Registration for Fall Session 2 Youth Aquatics Programs opens tomorrow, Wednesday, October 4 at 8 a.m. EST!

Registration is currently open for Fall Sessions 2 and 3 Adult Aquatics Programs – sign up today!

Questions? Contact Annie Bengry, Aquatics Manager, at ambengry@mtu.edu or call (906) 487-2995.

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