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
22

Boot Camp

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 22, 2015, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

A total body targeted work out that focuses on flexibility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance.

Jan
22

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena Track

Date & Time

January 22, 2015, 12:00 pm – 1:00 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
21

Piyo Pilates

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 21, 2015, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Description

PIYO is a unique blend of strength training and core conditioning - a perfect combination of Pilates & Yoga set to vibrant music. It is all about energy, power and rhythm.

Jan
21

Cardio Party Street

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 21, 2015, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

Come out and groove in this high energy, low impact cardio class. These moves are "sharper" and more rhythmic and met with a more urban style of music. Get a great workout while you learn moves...

Jan
21

Ab Crunch

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 21, 2015, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

A targeted workout of abdominal, back and core training to strengthen and tone your entire midsection. 

Jan
21

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena Track

Date & Time

January 21, 2015, 12:00 pm – 1:00 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
20

Zumba

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 20, 2015, 6:00 pm – 7:00 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
20

Vinyasa YOGA

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 20, 2015, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

Link breath and body in this movement based yoga practice that is designed to increase strength, flexibility, and relaxation.

Jan
20

Boot Camp

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 20, 2015, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

A total body targeted work out that focuses on flexibility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance.

Jan
20

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena Track

Date & Time

January 20, 2015, 12:00 pm – 1:00 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...