Wellness

HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals

American Heart Association Certification Course (Combination eLearning + In-Person)

Recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED + relieve choking safely.
Blended learning combination of self-directed eLearning (online portion) followed by a hands-on (in-person) session.
Online and in-person sessions require separate fees and registrations.
Certification by American Heart Associated is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of course.

Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members, All Other TMC Institutions + UT System Alumni

Dates
Offered the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month:
June 11th
July 9th
August 13th

*Minimum # of participants must be met the Friday prior to class.

Times
12:00 - 1:00PM (For up to 6 participants.)
1:15 - 2:15PM (If 12:00PM class is full.)
2:30 - 3:30PM (If 1:15PM class is full.)
Participants will be assigned a class time upon enrolling.
Registration prior to day of class is recommended!

Registration Fee
Online Portion
Paid directly to the American Heart Association:
$36

Hands-On Session
Paid directly to the Recreation Center:
$25 - UTHealth Students
$32 - Current Rec Center Members
$40 - All Other Texas Medical Center Institutions or UT System Alumni

Registration
Step 1: Visit https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls to purchase + complete online training portion.
Step 2. Complete Registration Form bring printed eLearning certificate + payment to the Rec Center to enroll for required hands-on session. *******eLearning certificate must be submitted at time of hands-on registration.

Initial Consultation and Fitness Assessment (In-Person)

Identify strengths and opportunities in fitness and aide in setting attainable goals.

Includes:
Body Composition Analysis
Cardiovascular Endurance Test
Muscular Strength/Endurance Test
Flexibility Test
Body Fat Percentage

Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members

Pricing
$30 - UTHealth Students
$35 - Rec Center Members
$50 - All Other TMC Institutions

Availability
Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 2:30PM.  Appointment required.
Contact Corey at corey.jefferson@uth.tmc.edu or 713-500-8427 to set up!

Personal Training (In-Person)

Your goals, fitness level, schedule and medical history are all vital.
As you progress, your Certified Personal Trainer will too.

Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members

Pricing
Various sessions and packages pricing information available here.

Availability
Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 2:30PM.  Appointment required.
Contact Corey at corey.jefferson@uth.tmc.edu or 713-500-8427 to set up!

Equipment Orientation (In-Person)

Gain confidence in the weight room and cardio area.
Learn equipment adjustments for proper biomechanics, safety and effectiveness.
Led by a Personal Trainer on a one-on-one or small group basis.

Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members

Pricing
Free!

Availability
Monday through Friday 5:30AM to 2:30PM.  Appointment required.
Contact Corey at corey.jefferson@uth.tmc.edu or 713-500-8427 to set up!