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
13

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena Track

Date & Time

January 13, 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
12

Piyo Pilates

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 12, 2015, 6:00 pm7:00 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
12

Cardio Party

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 12, 2015, 5:00 pm6:00 pm

Description

Why go out when you can party here? Dance non-stop to the latest party rocking hits. Build your skills or just have fun!

Jan
12

Ab Crunch

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 12, 2015, 4:30 pm5:00 pm

Description

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

Jan
12

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena Track

Date & Time

January 12, 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 recommended!  **Class meets on the Arena indoor track!**

Jan
9

Yoga

Group Fitness class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 9, 2015, 5:00 pm6:00 pm

Description

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

Jan
9

Fitness Basics

Group Fitness @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena Track

Date & Time

January 9, 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 recommended!  **Class meets on the Arena indoor track!**

Jan
8

Zumba

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 8, 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
8

Kickboxing

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 8, 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!

Jan
8

Ab Crunch

Group Fitness Class @ The RAC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

January 8, 2015, 4:30 pm5:30 pm

Description

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