Fitness
Ohio University's Fitness program is located in Ping Recreation Center and is available to university students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members who are Ping Recreation Center members. University Well-Being & Recreation's Fitness program provides group fitness & F45 classes, personal training, a variety of Fitness Programs and special events!
These services and programs are specifically designed to help you develop your sense of Purpose, enhance your capacity for Resilience, help you build lasting Relationships and assist you in Achieving your goals. Participating in fitness programming with University Well-Being & Recreation will provide you dynamic outlets to BE ACTIVE, BE CONNECTED, and BE YOURSELF. Get involved today!
Fall 2023 Fitness Programs and Special Events
Welcome Back Sunrise Yoga On the Lawn Series
Start off the 2023 school year with balance and poise by attending one of our Welcome Week Sunrise Yoga Classes. Registration Opens August 19! Please bring your own mat.
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon August 28 | 7:30 am | 8:15 am | Ping Center Front Lawn | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Wed August 30 | 7:30 am | 8:15 am | Boyd Hall Lawn (West Green) | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Fri September 1 | 7:30 am | 8:15 am | Living Learning Center Lawn (South Green) | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Wed September 6 | 7:30 am | 8:15 am | College Green | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Fri September 8 | 7:30 am | 8:15 am | Ping Center Front Lawn | FREE! | Register Here! |
Cycle On the Ping Patio
Enjoy our popular group fitness cycle class outside on Ping's back Patio for a breath of fresh air! Registration is sure to go fast, so make sure to reserve your VIP spot to this fun event! Registration opens 24 hours prior to the event!
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat September 9 | 10:15 am | 11:00 am | Ping Center, Back Patio | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Sat September 9 | 11:15 am | 12:00 pm | Ping Center, Back Patio | FREE! |
Women & Weights
A Semester long community building weight lifting program for women! The program is designed to create a positive & safe space for women to work out, train together, and work toward achieving their personal fitness goals! Registration opens August 19!
| Dates | Days of Week | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 12 - December 7 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 pm | 6:30 pm | Ping, PT Pod | $50 |
Learn to Lift
A 6-week program that aims to teach participants how to safely utilize the weight room equipment in Ping and proper lifting technique when it comes to strength training. Registration opens August 19!
Session A
| Dates | Day of Week | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon September 18 - Monday October 30 | Mondays | 5:00 pm | 6:00 pm | Ping, PT Pod | $25 |
Session B
| Dates | Day of Week | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed September 20 - Wednesday September November 1 | Wednesday | 5:00 pm | 6:00 pm | Ping, PT Pod | $25 |
Cycle + Yoga = Spinyasa!
This 60-minute class of cycling and yoga will have you working up a sweat! Spinyasa is a fusion-fitness class that includes 30 minutes of cyling folllowed by 30 minutes of vinyasa yoga. Start off the class with a cardiovascular workout followed by poses and stretches to restore the body! Registration opens 24 hours before each class!
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat September 30 | 9:00 am | 10:00 am | Ping, Cycle Studio | FREE! | |
| Sat September 30 | 10:30 am | 11:30 am | Ping, Cycle Studio | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Sat September 30 | 12:00 pm | 1:00 pm | Ping, Cycle Studio | FREE! | Register Here! |
F45 Friday Night Lights
Light up your Friday night at our special light-themed F45 event! Come and join the fun on Friday at 6pm in the F45 Studio to get your sweat on before the weekend! Registration opens 24 hours prior to each class start time! Must have an F45 Membership to register.
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday September 1 | 9:00 pm | 9:45 pm | Ping, F45 Studio | FREE for F45 Members! | Register Here! |
| Friday October 6 | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | Ping, F45 Studio | FREE for F45 Members! | Register Here! |
| Friday November 3 | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | Ping, F45 Studio | FREE for F45 Members! | Register Here! |
| Friday December 1 | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | Ping, F45 Studio | FREE for F45 Members! | Register Here! |
Dogs + Yoga = DOGA!
This Yoga class will be featuring a surprise guest...DOGS! Relax from your week with some yoga while playing with therapeutic dogs! There will be 3 classes held on October 12th starting at 3pm, 3:20pm and 3:40pm! Registration for this event opens 7 days in advance of each of the scheduled start times!
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurs October 12 | 3:00 pm | 3:20 pm | Studio 219 | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Thurs October 12 | 3:20 pm | 3:40 pm | Studio 219 | FREE! | Register Here! |
| Thurs October 12 | 3:40 pm | 4:00 pm | Studio 219 | FREE! | Register Here! |
Yoga Hike
Join Well-Being & Fitness and Outdoor Pursuits through Hocking Hills State Park! Enjoy rock formations, a waterfall, and scenic views of OHIO's great recreation areas while embodying your well-being through yoga! Several days before your adventure, you will receive an email from the Outdoor Pursuits Trip Leader with specific information on where to meet at the Ping Center prior to departure. Registration opens August 19th!
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Location | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat September 16 | 8am | 1pm | Meet at Ping Center, Front Lawn | $20 | Register Here! |
| Sat September 23 | 8am | 1pm | Meet at Ping Center, Front Lawn | $20 | Register Here! |
Fright Fitness
Join any of Well-Being & Recreation's Group Fitness or F45 Classes Tuesday October 31st for Halloween themed group fitness classes! Come dressed up in costume and for some free candy! Our Instructors may just be dressed in costume too! ;) Boo! Registration opens 24 hours before each class!
Holiday Hustle
Join any of Well-Being & Recreation's Group Fitness or F45 Classes Tuesday between December 1st through December 8th and fill out a raffle ticket each time for an opportunity to win a free set of Apple Air Pods! Registration opens 24 hours before each class! F45 Membership Required for F45 class participation.
| Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|
| Fri December 1 2023 | Fri December 8 2023 |
Questions
Contact Tony Gregory, Assistant Director of Well-Being & Fitness
gregorya1@ohio.edu
740-593-9918