Category: Recreation News

RAD (Rape Aggression Defense) Class Begins March 25

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Master self-defense tactics and safety techniques through a comprehensive course designed specifically for women ages twelve and up. It begins with a focus on awareness, prevention, and risk reduction/avoidance, and progresses to the basics of hands-on defense training.

R.A.D. is offered by Michigan Tech’s Department of Public Safety and Police Services through Community Programs, and the course is taught by Public Safety officers. The class combines both classroom instruction and hands on physical training.

Dates: March 25 to April 17
Days/Times: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm
Location: SDC Racquetball Court #5
Cost: $30 for Michigan Tech students, $50 for non-students

Women only please. Minimum age of 12.

Registration and payment may be completed online at www.michigantechrecreation.com/programs/adult/rad, by phone at 906-487-2073, or at the SDC Ticket Office.

Don’t Stop, You’re Almost There!

Don’t Stop Now, You’re Almost There!

Get in that last workout (or two) before we take a SPRING BREAK! Whether it be Zumba or another fitness class, we are here for you.

Next week Community Programs will go on Spring Break (many classes will not be offered – check website for complete schedule), and we hope you take time to give yourself a break – in the sun, sauna, pool or around the house, you’ve earned it!

Thanks for counting down to SPRING BREAK with Community Programs and we look forward to counting down to SUMMER with you too!

Kick It Up a Notch with Spin Class

It’s the last week of February

and it’s time to kick your workout up a notch! Spring Break is not that far away even though the snow is still piling up outside. Join us inside the Studio for a Spin class – a great energetic workout performed on a stationary bike.

Did you know?

Michigan Tech employees who are TechFit benefit eligible can use some of their $150 (and $100 total for dependents) for this awesome class! Instructors guide you through warm-ups, sprints, climbs, cool-downs, and more, with plenty of encouragement and upbeat music. Are you a beginner? No worries, check-out the Learn to Spin class here.

Classes are scheduled through the end of April. Join us anytime by committing with an 8-punch class card OR try us out for a single session for only $6.

For awesome deals, event announcements and more, connect with Michigan Tech Recreation on Facebook.

Stay Motivated

How are your 2014 goals coming?

Maybe it’s time to tune up and motivate with a personal training session to help keep you on track! We’re deep (with snow, too!) into February and we want to help you reconnect with your New Year’s resolution.

Working with a trainer is one of the fastest & most successful ways to improve your health.

Michigan Tech’s personal training services, with Ann Hoover, focus on customized health and exercise programs to help you achieve your lifestyle and fitness goals.

In other Community Program news

Looking for a fun workshop this weekend? Try out the specialZumba session geared towards beginners. Want to hit the ice for adult skating lessons for the last time this season  – the final 5 week program starts on Feb. 27.

For more announcements and awesome deals, connect with Michigan Tech Recreation on Facebook and visit us online at michigantechrecreation.com.