Exercise Classes

Fall 2025 - Classes begin September 2, 2025, and end on December 5, 2025

Please join us for our free lunchtime classes, open to all faculty and staff, sponsored by the Wellness Program.  Qualified and highly experienced instructors lead the classes, which are exclusively open to employees.  You may attend as many classes as you wish; no reservations are needed - show up! Classes are suitable for all levels.  You will receive support and feedback as required from our instructors.

Facilities

Locker and shower facilities are available near the gym area.  Lockers may be used during class time only.  Please bring your lock.

Class Times

Please note that each class starts ten minutes after the scheduled time.

All efforts to arrive on time are appreciated. Class space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Class Schedule

Classes start on September 2, 2025, and end on December 5, 2025.

Monday - Pilates with Lori Pantazis, 1–2 pm, Dance Studio, BX-28

Tuesday - Cardio Kickboxing with Aubrey Brown, 1–2 pm, Auxiliary Gym, AX-39

Wednesday - Core & Muscle Fusion with Lori Pantazis, 1–2 pm, Auxiliary Gym, AX-39

Thursday - Yoga with Theresa Herron, 1–2 pm, Movement Room, AX-25

Friday - Boot Camp with Aubrey Brown, 1–2 pm, Auxiliary Gym, AX-39

Class Description:
Pilates (Mat Class) - The Pilates method focuses on strengthening the core muscles of the abdomen, back, and legs. As a balance, it also incorporates a segment of stretching and lengthening.
Cardio Kickboxing - A dynamic 45-minute workout designed to energize, engage, and empower participants of all fitness levels. This class seamlessly blends the excitement of cardio, the intensity of kickboxing, the rhythm of dance, and the strength-building benefits of core work.
Core & Muscle Fusion - Sculpt and strengthen your body by doing a non-impact warm-up followed by deep core conditioning and muscle work using handheld weights, resistance bands, and body bars.  End the class with relaxing stretches, leaving you feeling rejuvenated.
Yoga - You will receive instruction in relaxation, meditation, and yogic breathing. Gentle poses will ease your tensions and strengthen you physically as well as from within. Ease tensions during a busy day in an accepting and relaxing atmosphere.
Boot Camp - A mix of traditional calisthenics and body weight exercises with interval and strength training. It includes various forms of interval training that involve bursts of high intensity work. A workout designed to improve your cardio conditioning as you strengthen your muscles in this action-packed class.  Modifications offered.

DISCLAIMER: Employees who participate in the exercise classes and facilities do so at their own risk. FIT is not responsible for any injury that may occur to individuals participating in any exercise activity.  Medical clearance before participating in an exercise program is highly recommended.

Fitness Center Access

Employees may enter the Stanton Fitness Center (Dubinsky Sub Basement) from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on weekday mornings during the fall and spring semesters, and at any time the fitness center is open on weekends and during summer/winter sessions.  Visit the Athletics and Recreation website to see the current hours of operation.