Campus Recreation
Half Acre Rec and Wellness Center
Dept. 3604
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-5586
Fax: (307) 766-6720
Email: rec@uwyo.edu
Printable version of class schedule and class descriptions (PDF)
Exercise performed in water strengthens and tones while helping protect muscles and joints. Water provides a medium of resistance to move against that is both supportive and challenging. This class occurs in semi-shallow water, from 3 ½ - 5 ft deep. Ask for floatation belts if you are uncomfortable treading water.
Note: patrons of water-based classes should be comfortable in water and will get wet!
This class is delivered on floating mats in the pool! Make a splash in your fitness routine by completing strength and conditioning movements on the unstable and dynamic surface of a Boga Board! Moderate swimming ability is necessary. Be prepared to work hard, get wet, and have fun!
Cycling is a great way to enjoy an exercise session with friends, increase your cardiorespiratory fitness level and burn calories at the same time. Come enjoy the ride!
This class blends sets of cycling (rolling hills, sprints, Tabata sets, standing climbs,etc.) with strength sets using body weight (planks,pushups, squats, lunges,etc.) and some equipment (dumbbells, medicine balls,etc.). It offers a nice combo of aerobic conditioning with some strength training to improve both strength and cardiovascular fitness.
Zumba® classes combine various Latin music and dance styles to create a dynamic and playful fitness party for people of all levels. Once the rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® is like a workout in disguise leaving you feeling tired but also energized and happy!
Begin your morning with a Hatha-Vinyasa style yoga practice. Incorporating breath control and meditation, this class will gradually awaken the body and mind, finding movement to a slightly slower-paced vinyasa flow. This well-balanced practice can help regulate the nervous system, helping you feel revitalized and ready for your day. Many modifications and variations to poses will be offered, welcoming new and long-time practitioners of yoga alike.
This 60-minute class combines fast-paced yoga and Pilates to sculpt both your body
and mind. It blends traditional yoga poses with strength training exercises, incorporating
dynamic movements for a full-body workout. Though challenging, this class is suitable
for all fitness and yoga experience levels, with adjustments provided as needed. While
hand weights are optional, the focus will be on harmonizing mind, body, and breath.
This 60-minute class is dedicated to relaxing and restoring both mind and body, promoting a restful night's sleep. We will practice longer-duration yoga poses typically seen in Yin yoga that are designed to ease tension and relieve stress, with adjustments available to help you accomplish your poses and stretches. Suitable for all yoga levels.
Campus Recreation
Half Acre Rec and Wellness Center
Dept. 3604
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-5586
Fax: (307) 766-6720
Email: rec@uwyo.edu