Physical Events

The guiding principles for this dimension are to: promote and encourage movement, exercise and active lifestyles for employees; increase the ease of use, availability and awareness of fitness opportunities and facilities on campus; educate employees on the benefits of remaining active, and the risks associated with an inactive/sedentary lifestyle; and provide information and resources for tracking/measuring participation and frequency of use in healthy activities on and off campus.

Walking/Jogging Trails on Campus

Come explore nature as you walk or jog around the UMBC campus community. Walking trails provide a great way for people of all ages to incorporate exercise into daily living. The Wellness Initiative Team at UMBC invites you to join the movement towards healthy living by engaging in low impact activities that can positively impact your quality of life. Below are the links to walking trails at UMBC:

1.8 Mile Trail

2.0 Mile Trail

2.1 Mile Trail

2.5 Mile Trail

3K Walking/Jogging Trail

5K Walking/Jogging Trail 

Resources

Take a Break Stretching and Breathing  Exercises 

Wellness Wednesday Preview featuring John Jancuska from the RAC!

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Annual Events

Thriller Event

Professional dancer, Choreographer and Cardio Party instructor, Jasmin “Jazzo” Walters teaches Michael Jackson’s official choreography to “Thriller” for Halloween. All faculty, staff, students and their family/friends are invited to join in and get the UMBC community moving!

Retriever Wellness Expo

Each spring, University Health Services(UHS) throws a large Wellness Expo in the RAC in partnership with UMBC Recreation. There are over 50 tables with health information on a wide variety of topics, free services to try, fitness demos and free giveaways!

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Upcoming Events

 

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Jan
26

Ab Crunch

Group Fitness @ the RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 26, 2015, 4:30 pm5:00 pm

Description

Abdominal, back, and core training to strengthen and tone your entire midsection. 

Jan
26

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness Class @ the RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Indoor Track

Date & Time

January 26, 2015, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Description

Combine moderate intensity walking with basic strength building activities for a low impact, mid-day workout. 

Jan
26

Zumba!

Group Fitness @ the RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 26, 2015, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Description

This Latin-based dance cardio class is easy to follow and energy-filled! Come join the fun and move your way!

Jan
26

PiYo Pilates

Group Fitness @ the RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 26, 2015, 7:05 am8:00 am

Description

Energy. Power. Rhythm. This strength training and core conditioning course is the perfect combination of Pilates and Yoga.

Jan
25

PiYo Pilates!

Group Fitness Class @ the RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 25, 2015, 7:05 am8:00 am – Canceled

Description

Energy. Power. Rhythm. This strength training and core conditioning course is the perfect combination of Pilates and Yoga.

Jan
23

YOGA

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 23, 2015, 5:00 pm6:00 pm

Description

Hatha Yoga is designed to help you unwind, relax, and restore personal energy. Class features postures, meditation, and breathing.  

Jan
23

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 23, 2015, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Description

Combine moderate intensity walking with basic strength training activities for a low impact, mid-day workout. Athletic shoes and regular attendance recommended! **Class meets on the Arena indoor...

Jan
23

Yoga

Group Fitness class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 23, 2015, 5:00 am6:00 am

Description

Yoga is designed to help you unwind, relax, and restore personal energy.  Class features postures, meditation and breathing.

Jan
22

Zumba

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 22, 2015, 6:00 pm7:00 pm

Description

Come join the party and dance your way to fitness. Zumba combines Latin music and dance for a fun, energy filled workout for everyone!

Jan
22

Kickboxing

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 22, 2015, 5:00 pm6:00 pm

Description

Athletic interval training using techniques borrowed from boxing and kickboxing. An intense workout guaranteed to make you sweat!