News & Upcoming Events
"FIRST AID FOR YOUR BIKE" May 17 Lunch and Learn
May is National Bike Month. Celebrate by attending a Lunch and Learn from 11:45am - 1pm, Thursday, May 17, in the Davis Court, Markim Hall.
Jason Tanzman '06, Outreach and Development Coordinator at Cycles for Change in St. Paul, will give a mini-workshop on basic bicycle maintenance. This session will be geared to the novice and will cover: tire air pressure, fixing flats, pedals and chains, seat and handlebar height adjustments, important bike accessories. There will also be a drawing for free tune-ups at a local bike shop and a Nice Ride one-year subscription.
This Lunch and Learn is full.
Co-sponsored by WHAM and the Sustainability Office.
Summer 2012 Physical Activity Classes
Sign-up and registration begins Tuesday May 8 through Thursday May 10 at HWC with Sue. Each class must have a minimum of 15 participants for the class to take place.
Classes begin the week of May 21, 2012. The 6-week series of classes have a registration fee of $15 for students and $20 for faculty and staff. Please register and pay Sue at the Health and Wellness Center. (Be sure to check the Health & Wellness Center hours) If that class meets more often, the registration fee may be higher and is noted by the class description.
Boot Camp - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:05 - 12:50 pm, May 22 - June 28, 2012. A fun, high energy class with ever changing routines aimed at incorporating cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, and core strength. This is an advanced class that involves low impact jumping, running, and interval training. Because this class meets twice per week, the fee is $25 for students and $35 for faculty and staff.
Instructor: Zack Rourk
Circuit Training - Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:05 - 12:50 pm, May 21 - June 27, 2012. (Note: this class is 11 sessions and will not meet on Memorial Day) Resistance training that provides a total body strength workout and elevates the heart rate. Because this class meets twice per week, the fee is $25 for students and $35 for faculty/staff.
Instructor: Steve Murray
Yoga - Wednesdays, 12:05 - 12:45 pm, May 23 - June27, 2012. Learn yoga basics in this beginner-friendly hatha yoga class. Explore alignment principles of specific poses (asanas) and experience more flowing movement sequences (vinyasa). Increase strength, flexibility, and body awareness, and leave feeling more calm and refreshed. Bring own mat and wear comfortable clothing.
Instructor: Ariel Linnerson
New to Macalester - Personal Training Classes
Get the expertise of a certified fitness trainer, Zack Rourk, to help you reach your goals. Whether you are a beginner or looking to reach that next level, these personal training classes are designed to fit your needs.
Schedule your 30 minute session. The following times are available:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost:
Individual session is $30 for each 30 minute session.
Partner and group training is available for a discounted price per individual.
2 person 30 minute session = $45
3 person 30 minute session = $55
4 person 30 minute session = $65
Sign up:
Stop by Steve Murray's desk inside the Deno Fitness Center, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday. You must pay for your session at the time you register with cash or check payable to Macalester College. This is nonrefundable and your preferred session time is based on availability for that week.
9th Annual Wellness 5K Run/Walk
8th Annual 5K Walk & Run a success!
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