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Spring 2025 Group Fitness Showcase Schedule & Registration



































All group fitness classes are FREE to UT students who have paid their student activities fees, and all faculty/staff who have paid membership fees to RecSports. Classes are on a “first come, first serve” basis until the class maximum is reached.

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Class Categories & Descriptions

Bootcamp- An excellent way to improve mobility, strength and stamina. The class utilizes groups of strength exercises that are completed one exercise after another. Each exercise is performed for a specified number of repetitions or for a prescribed time period with a brief rest time before moving on to the next exercise.

Cycle- This class stimulates two types of terrains: flats and hills in order to create variety in movements and cycling positions. This class focuses on combining different intensity levels and various speeds to create a self-controlled workout.

HIIT- High intensity interval training that challenges your body in short segments for an explosive cardio workout. Be ready for a great and quick sweat!

Line Dancing- Led by Bubba from the Cotton Eyed Joe!

Power Plus Yoga- Elevate your yoga practice with Power Plus Yoga! This invigorating, high-energy class is designed to help you build strength, boost endurance, enhance flexibility, and find your inner calm—all in one session. Perfect for all levels, the class offers modifications for beginners while providing advanced pose options for those craving an extra challenge. Set to upbeat, energizing music, Power Plus Yoga will keep you motivated and inspired from start to finish. Unroll your mat and discover the perfect balance of intensity and mindfulness!

Step HIIT- Revives the classic step classes of the 90’s with a more modern workout of a HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) class where the heart-pumping HIIT and intense resistance training moves are designed to build real muscle. This workout combines cardio and strength for the ultimate workout.


Cardio Dance- An intense 45-minute dance party that focuses on cardio and toning at intervals as you dance to your favorite music!

Hip Hop Dance- A chance for you to exercise your body AND your brain as you learn a dance combination ranging from 30 seconds to a minute long that will be broken down for you in this 45 minute class and performed at the end. This class will have you sweating without you realizing it all while building your confidence, challenging yourself and having fun! No dance experience necessary!

Zumba- Learn fun and simple Latin dance moves combined with a mix of hip hop to great music. A fun way to improve cardiovascular fitness. Let the dance party begin!


Barre- A hybrid workout class which combines ballet-inspired moves with elements of Pilates, dance, yoga and strength training! It is designed to sculpt the muscles throughout the body while improving balance, stability, and flexibility to make you feel confident and strong.

Flexibility- Combining breath work and mobility exercises, this class will help to increase overall flexibility and alleviate muscle soreness.

Foundational Yoga- Looking to start a yoga practice but are unsure of where to begin? This class is for you! Foundational Yoga is the perfect entry point into your yoga journey and is designed for those new to yoga and those looking to refine their practice. This class includes an emphasis on proper alignment, mindful breathing, and building confidence in fundamental poses. To request accomodations or help with registration, please reach out to llepchen@utk.edu.

Pilates- A full body workout that works to improve flexibility, muscle toning, and strength. With exercises coming from the core, Pilates focuses on six main components to enhance the workout including: Breath, Concentration, Control, Precision, Centre and Flow.

Power Yoga- A vigorous, fitness-based approach to vinyasa-style yoga. This class uses a fast pace to increase intensity while maintaining a steady flow and rhythm of movements.

Recovery- Unwind and recharge after your workout with Recovery. This gentle, restorative class focuses on deep stretching, mobility work, and relaxation techniques to enhance recovery, reduce soreness, and improve flexibility. Perfect for all fitness levels, it’s the ideal way to cool down and reset your body for peak performance.

Slow Flow Yoga- Relax with a pace that is meditative, emphasizing peace and calm in the body and mind. In this class you will hold poses longer, taking several rounds of breath in each pose, instead of moving with each breath.

Vinyasa Yoga- A style of yoga characterized by stringing postures together so that you move from one to another, seamlessly, using breath. Vinyasa Yoga helps to develop a more balanced body as well as prevent repetitive motion injuries that can happen if you are always doing the same thing every day.


Barbell Strength- A weightlifting class teaching and utilizing basic barbell full body movements to help improve strength and competence on the fitness floor.

Group Strength- This class provides an intense arm and shoulder strength workout and then moves into lower body strength and toning. A great upper and lower body workout that is great for all fitness levels!

Kettlebell Blast- A minimal equipment workout to get the burn going. This class is strength based and will go through many motions using only one simple weight, the kettlebell, for everyone from beginner to advanced.

Killer Core- Prepare yourself for a 30-minute abdominal and lower back attack! You will work your midsection muscles (abs, obliques, and trunk) to the max for 30 minutes. Perfect for following your personal cardio or weightlifting routine. All fitness levels are welcome!

Strength Pilates- Transform your workout with this dynamic mat Pilates class, designed to enhance core strength, stability, and overall body strength. Using a variety of equipment, this session combines the precision of Pilates with the power of weight training, delivering a low-impact, high-intensity experience. Strengthen your mind-body connection while sculpting and toning muscles through controlled, purposeful movements that push your limits and refine your control.


All of our classes, regardless of difficulty level, teach modifications for you to feel comfortable in whatever class you want to join.