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Fall 2024 Wellness Schedule

For a printable Fall 2024 Wellness Schedule, click here.


Workout Relay Race

Feeling fit and up for a challenge?  Grab a partner and see where your team stacks up.
Men's, Women's and Co-Ed Divisions [Minimum 5 teams per division.]
2 person team competing for time doing 2 rounds of each exercise:
1000m row, 50 push-ups, 50 burpees, 50 wall balls and 50 ab mat sit-ups.

Eligibility
Open to All UTHealth Students + Current Rec Center Members
Spots are Limited to 25 Teams

Dates
Compete on a drop-in basis 10/21-10/25 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM.
To reserve an estimated timeslot during designated drop-in hours, contact Corey.

Team Entry "Fee"
Includes: T-SHIRT for the first 50 finishers, SWEATSHIRT for Division Winners and friendly competition!
Free for UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members

Registration
Registration is closed.

Questions?
Contact Corey at [email protected] or 713-500-8427.

Bench Press Competition

Let's see what you got!  1-rep max competition to see who can put up the most weight.
Multiple categories available for weight and sex.
A Personal Trainer will spot for safety.

Eligibility
Open to All UTHealth Students + Current Rec Center Members
Spots are Limited to 50 Competitors

Competition Dates
Compete on a drop-in basis 10/29- 10/30 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM

Entry "Fee"
Includes: T-SHIRT for the first 50 finishers, SWEATSHIRT for Division Winners and friendly competition!
Free for UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members

Registration
Enrollment is open from 10/1-10/28
To sign-up, complete this Registration Form.

Questions?
Contact Corey at [email protected] or 713-500-8427.


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, Eligible TMC Institutions + UT System Alumni

Dates
Offered the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month:
September 10th
October 8th
November 12th
December 10th

*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 eLearning Session
Paid directly to the American Heart Association:
$36 - All Participants

In-Person Hands-On Session
Paid directly to the Recreation Center:
$45 - UTHealth Students
$52 - Current Rec Center Members
$65 - All Other Texas Medical Center Institutions or UT System Alumni

Registration
Step 1: Visit https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls to purchase + complete online eLearning session.
Step 2: Complete this Registration Form.  Then bring printed eLearning certificate + payment to the Rec Center to enroll for required in-person 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or 713-500-8427 to set up!