The Fitness Center offers a variety of programs throughout the academic year.  Program dates and times are posted at the fitness center and will be updated on this page.

Fitness Testing (Both Semesters)
Personalized fitness tests are offered on select days throughout the academic year.  The tests are administered by the fitness center manager, assistant manager, and/or trained fitness center staff.

The tests include:

• Body Fat Composition
• Height/Weight
• Blood Pressure
• Resting Pulse Rate
• Body Measurements
• Flexibility Test
• Strength Test
• Cardiovascular Test
• Diet Analysis

Records are kept so members may re-test periodically for results of their participation in the fitness centers.

Great Pumpkin Run (Fall)
The fitness center hosts a 5K campus fun run during the month of October. The 5K course takes place around campus and is open all members of the campus community. This year's event is Saturday, October 31 at 1:30 and you can register at either Fitness Center. Registration is $3.00 and all proceeds go toward the Susan G Komen foundation for breast cancer research. More details in the future.

Biggest Loser (Spring)
Need to some extra lose pounds after the holidays, come try to be the biggest loser! The biggest loser challenge is a 12 week program where you and a team of one, two or three other individuals try shed those extra pounds. Participants of the Biggest Loser challenge will have an opportunity to learn more about healthy eating and exercise, and will receive prizes (t-shirts, water bottles, resistance bands) for complete participation. Winning teams will also be eligible for great prizes. The Biggest Loser challenge is sponsored by the Fitness Center, Campus Recreation and the Lifestyles Center.

Bench Press Competition (Spring)
Each Spring semester the Fitness Center holds their annual bench press competition. This event is open to the entire campus community and is a great way to not only show off some strength but also get to know some fellow weight lifters. Prizes are available to winners of each weight class for both men and women divisions. An overall winner is also determined based on body weight and amount of weight lifted. Fitness testing, body fat measurement, diet analysis and curling competition are also available. The Bench Press Competition will be Saturday, March 6 at 1:00. The rules can be found here

Group Exercise Marathon (Spring)
In conjunction with the Bench Press Competition, the Fitness Center also holds a group exercise marathon. This event is open to the entire campus community and is a great way to spend your day exercising and mingling with fellow fitness enthusiasts. The marathon itself consists of 5-6 back to back aerobic classes. Participants can come and go as they please throughout the day. Food and beverages are also provided. More information will be available at the beginning of the Spring Semester. The Group Exercise Marathon will be Saturday, March 6. Schedule will be available at Fitness Center.

Beach Volleyball Tournament (Spring)
The largest event for the Fitness Center, this program is a great way to get outside and celebrate arrival of Spring. This one day event is a co-ed round robin tourney where all participants receive breakfast, lunch, t-shirt and are entered in a raffle to win prizes donated from local sponsors. Postings will be made at both Fitness Centers as the tournament approaches. Tentative date is Saturday, May 1.

Training Courses (Spring). See employment page for more information

Group Exercise Instructors Training Course
Each spring semester, the Fitness Center staff presents an eight week training course on how to properly instruct a basic group exercise class (kickboxing, step, muscle toning etc.). This non-credit class is open to everyone and is required for the group exercise instructor application process.

Personal Trainer Course
Each spring semester, the Fitness Center management staff instructs an eight week, non credit instructional course on how to be a personal trainer. This class is open to everyone and is required for the personal trainer application process. Following completion of the class, participants will have a basic understanding on how to create and demonstrate a healthy and effective exercise program in a one-on-one environment.

Throughout the year, we invite an international organization (i.e. Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) to come to campus to certify group exercise instructors and personal trainers. The two courses offered through the Fitness Centers are great precursors to these certifications. Discounts are also available.

Residence Hall Programming
Throughout the year, the fitness center staff try to visit each of the residence halls. At these programs, the staff present on various fitness and nutrition topics such as:
• A practical guide to exercise
• Ways to avoid the freshman 15 
• Total body workout in the comfort of your room           
• How to be a Personal Trainer
• Yoga
If you are interested in seeing a program in your residence hall, please contact your Hall Director.

Look for other Special Events such as:
• National Collegiate Health/Wellness Week
• Diet Analysis
• Seminars/Workshops
• Nutrition Awareness Week
• AFAA National Certification Workshops