Find your fit
Whether you are looking to try something different, meet a new sweat buddy, or build a fitness routine there is truly something for everyone at UCalgary Active Living! Every class is led by a qualified instructor who is ready to welcome participants of any ability or experience level. Workouts can be adapted to meet the needs of anyone from beginners to seasoned pros. At UCalgary Active Living our goal is to guide you in learning, growing, strengthening and exploring the joy in all activities!
Deadline passed to register? Reach out to Client Services (403-220-7749, active@ucalgary.ca) to receive a pro-rate for class.
Winter 2025 Group Fitness Schedule
Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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9 a.m. | Keep Moving | Keep Moving | TRX Strength | ||
12 p.m. | |||||
5 p.m. | Yoga Flow | Yin-Yan Yoga | |||
6 p.m. | Cycle and Strength | Boxing Fit | Circuit Bootcamp | ||
7 p.m. | Self Defense | Chiseled Strength |
Fall 2024
Drop-in spots are still available for fall group fitness classes. Whether you want to try a new workout or jump back into a favourite class, you can join in anytime.
Group Fitness Classes
No classes on stat holidays.
TRX suspension training gives participants an edge over conventional strength training. Every exercise builds functional strength, improves flexibility, balance, and core stability. By working with your own bodyweight and using our NEW TRX RIP trainers, this class focuses on the human body as an integrated system and provides a versatile and effective training method for all fitness level. Suitable for all levels.
This sweaty, strength and cardio mixed class will leave you feeling strong, successful, and amazed at the variety of movements you can do with minimal equipment like the TRX! Meet us upstairs on the West-End of the Track for a fun high energy class that will use the support of TRX straps, as well as dumbbell/ kettlebells, the track, and of course your own bodyweight! Suitable for all levels.
"I really appreciate how much correction Amy provides-it's so helpful. Plus, she makes the class challenging (if you want it to be) and she's very funny and entertaining."
HIIT Happens, so why not join us to build your strength, endurance and lifting know-how. Using bars, plates and free weights in this group weight training program, the weight room comes to you to work specific strength-based movements and increase cardio capacity. Focus is on technique to ensure you get your sweat on in a fun, safe and informative environment! Suitable for all levels.
"Gretchen is amazing, her energy is contagious and every week I came out of her class re-energized and feeling like a better version of myself! Thanks GC!"
Build your strength, endurance, and confidence in this fun, and energetic class. Expect the use of bars, plates, and free weights in this weightlifting focused group class. Using the music to enhance your experience you will notice progression throughout as the instructor guides you through a full body workout. Suitable for all levels.
Now more chances to register! New offerings Thursday 7:05 p.m. to 7:55 p.m. and Friday 12:05 p.m. to 12:55 p.m.
Enjoy this full-body workout with a focus on core, strength, and endurance. This workout will incorporate cardiovascular training on the bike with variety of interval drills of hills, sprints, climbs and more. Plus, off-the-bike resistance training to improve your strength. Get the best of both worlds by combining indoor cycling and strength training. Suitable for all levels.
Now two chances to register! New offering on Tuesday from 6:05 p.m. to 6:55 p.m.
An interval training class that mixes muscle strengthening exercises and cardio to get your heart pumping. With a new workout every week, these classes are designed to challenge participants in new ways and to always keep the body guessing. Suitable for all levels.
Get strong with minimal to no equipment. Strengthen your core beyond the abs. Build a strong foundation to support your life and goals. Get all of that in 50 minutes with our new Body and Weights Burn. Spend this time working on building overall strength using mainly your bodyweight with minimal additional equipment such as gliding discs, dumbbells, and resistance bands. This class is a great way to start your week. Suitable for all levels.
Step is BACK! This high-energy cardio focused class helps increase endurance, conditioning and coordination. We will spend the entire semester working on routines that will challenge your body, your mind, and will gradually build up intensity and complexity.
Never Stepped before?! Don't worry, by the end you will know how to Up Dance, Mambo, Over-Turn, Repeater and more! Step up your fitness, your heart rate, and your mood! Suitable for all levels.
This is a lower intensity, traditional fitness class that combines cardio and simple low impact movements, including strength, core and flexibility. While the class is designed for older adults, it is open to all ages and fitness levels.
In this class, you will get an effective full-body workout that combines strength, cardio, and flexibility. Bodyweight, free weights, kettlebells, slam balls, stability balls, BOSU’s and more will be used to improve strength and endurance. Get you heart pumping and muscles moving and still have time for lunch. Suitable for all levels.
Offered twice a week. Tuesday and Thursday.
Pilates is a full body workout as the exercises develop the body through muscular efforts that stem from the core. This class focuses on repetitive exercises performed on a yoga mat along with other equipment to build strength, mobility, and flexibility. Suitable for all levels.
With a combination of movements on and off the barre, this class offers a mix of exercises that promote muscular endurance, posture development, core conditioning, and balance! Classical ballet training mixes with Pilates and resistance training to bring you a class that will provide progress in strength, flexibility, coordination, and stability. Suitable for all levels.
Barre for Non-Dancers is a unique approach to a traditional barre class. Using range-of-motion, static holds, full-body movements, and minimal equipment, this class delivers a fun and challenging workout for those who want to experience dancing-inspired training without the grace and terminology. Suitable for all levels.
Give us 50 minutes and we'll give you sweat, stress release and a community! Join your instructors for Boxing Fit to learn elements of kickboxing techniques, in a full body workout using various equipment in a HIIT (high intensity interval training) style format. Expect shadow boxing, work with stationary heavy bags, bodyweight moves, weights and more. Each class offers variety to keep you on your toes while you progress throughout the semester! Suitable for all levels.
Now two chances to register! New offering on Tuesday from 6:05 p.m. to 6:55 p.m.
Ditch the workout and join the party! Easy to follow steps coincide with a celebration of Latin and world music to provide a workout that will leave you sweaty and smiling!
Gymnasts have amazing overall fitness. Come and train in the Gymnastics Centre using the same kinds of exercises we use to condition our athletes. Exercises will utilize the various apparatus in the gym to build strength, stamina, flexibility, balance and co-ordination utilizing body weight exercises. Some light resistance may be achieved with resistance and therapy bands and sliders. This 45 minute structured class will utilize a variety of training techniques such as circuits and intervals ensure a workout that will be dynamic, engaging and challenging to any fitness level.
This class focuses on empowering participants with essential skills for personal safety. It covers close-range strikes, psychological strategies, and escape techniques. Through practice drills, participants will enhance their awareness of their surroundings and build the confidence needed to navigate daily life with a greater sense of security.
Note - physical contact is required for some content but can be modified if necessary.
Get ready to unleash your inner fighter with our Shadow Boxing Bootcamp! This dynamic workout combines the intensity of shadow boxing with targeted core exercises to help you build strength, power, and endurance. Whether you're new to boxing or a seasoned athlete, this class is designed to challenge you while improving your fitness and mental focus.
Yoga Classes
Core and restore is your perfect mix of Pilates-inspired core strengthening designed to improve stability and balance, followed by relaxing yoga and stretching to enhance mobility and recovery. If you have a busy schedule and want to get the best of both worlds in one, this class is for you! Suitable for all levels.
This dynamic flow class incorporates traditional sun salutations and yoga poses while allowing for more varied practice. You’ll focus on breath, building full body strength, core stability, flexibility, and proper body alignment. Options will be given for all levels, from beginners to those looking for more challenge. Suitable for all levels.
In this fusion of vinyasa yoga and strength, we will synchronize breath and movement, with an added emphasis on developing core stability and awareness. Options will be given for all levels, from beginners to those looking for more challenge.
Now two chances to register! New offering on Mondays from 12:05 p.m. to 12:55 p.m.
Explore both dynamic and warmth building (yang) poses, along with restorative, longer held (yin) poses. Yin-Yang yoga provides you with benefits from the strength-building, active yoga flows you love, with the mindful, stretch-based sequences you crave. Suitable for all levels.
Small Group Training
Join a community of likeminded people as you work toward your goals! Led by a qualified personal trainer, small group training is a great way to meet others, hang out with co-workers, learn about technique all while getting a sweat on!
Learn lifting technique, proper form, injury prevention, and more in a small-group workshop. With a limited number of people in class, our certified personal trainer will guide you through the basics of lifting by focusing on technique, form and safety. Expect instruction on the core lifts, including squats, deadlifts, lunges, bench press, overhead press and rows while using barbells, dumbbells, and other equipment. Each term offers 3 to 4 sessions in the Fitness Centre learning fixed and cable machine exercises. Suitable for beginners.
If you are ready to take your lifting to the next level and test your abilities, then this is the class for you. Our certified personal trainer will guide you through technique, variations and progressions of lifting that will improve strength and increase confidence. You are stronger than you think, and this is the perfect environment to learn this.
This program is for intermediate lifters looking to improve their technique and try new progressions in a safe, trainer-lead environment.
Our Strength and Conditioning Fitness class is designed to meet you wherever you are in your fitness journey. Led by one of our certified personal trainers, this class is for everyone who wants to build strength, improve endurance, and enhance overall fitness. Whether you are new to strength training or looking to challenge yourself in a supportive, dynamic environment, this class has something for you
Adaptive Fitness
“Beast Mode Fitness" is an exercise program for young adults with autism who want to learn how to become more physically active in their lives. The program seeks to provide motivated individuals with the opportunity to learn about personal fitness, health, and well-being by building self-confidence through goal development and achievement. Suitable for all levels.
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