Every semester, the Office of Recreation and Intramural Sports offers group fitness programs in yoga, Pilates, dance, martial arts, and other recreational activities. Programs are designed to accommodate students at all levels of ability, skill, and previous experience. Fitness programs offered in spring 2012 are listed below.

The following group fitness programs will be held in 80 Fifth Avenue, room 808 during the spring 2012 semester:

Mondays

Yoga: 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Pilates: 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Pilates: 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Tuesdays

Yoga: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Capoeira: 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Pilates: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Zumba: 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesdays

Yoga: 12:30-1:45 p.m.

Yoga: 4:30-5:45 p.m.

Thursdays

Pilates: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Core Conditioning: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ping-Pong: 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Fridays

Yoga: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Dance Fitness: 2:30-3:30 p.m.

The following group fitness programs will be held at different locations:

Mondays

Dance Technique: 4:00-5:00 p.m. (Westbeth Community Room, next to Drama Building)

Wednesdays

Tai Chi: 8:00-9:00 a.m. (Mannes, 150 West 85th Street)

Thursdays

Yoga: 12:00-1:00 p.m. (Mannes, 150 West 85th Street)

Dance Technique: 4:00-5:15 p.m. (Brecht Forum, 451 West Street)

Registration Information

Registration this semester is FREE.

You will need to complete the registration form at newschool.dormpro.com/forms/recreation/specialevents.html.

All classes are first-come, first-served.

Personal/Group Fitness Training

The personal training program is geared toward targeting specific goals for any individual who is interested in improving his/her general health or amplifying his/her abilities and skills in a sport or activity. We have a certified personal trainer with a background in physical education to guide students through the program. The facility and equipment will optimize your efforts by encouraging overall and specific physical improvements. Whether you want a well-rounded approach to return to an activity after a hiatus or you want to get to the next level in your training, this program is for you. The personal training program includes many types of resistance exercises and calisthenics which target multiple muscle systems. This kind of approach will increase strength and flexibility while maintaining the balance and core elements which are paramount to success. The program will provide a challenging yet fun atmosphere that will push you to new levels that you might not have considered possible before.

Each session costs $20; available spots are limited.

Please contact the Recreation Office for registration information.

Keep up-to-date on the latest programs:

-Email recreation@newschool.edu to sign up for the weekly newsletter.

-Friend us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/newschoolrecreation.

-Check out the Recreation Blog at nsrecreation.wordpress.com.

To sign up for events, students must be enrolled in a New School degree program and have a valid newcard (university ID) and proof of health insurance.