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EIU Campus Recreation

Fall 2026 Group Fitness Schedule

Fall 2026 GF Schedule

Class Descriptions

Ride & Shine – Wake up and ride! A morning cycling session that will kickstart your day with upbeat music, energizing intervals, and a great cardio burn.

Deep Stretching – Release tension and improve mobility with a full-body stretch session. Perfect for recovery, injury prevention, or simply unwinding after a long day.

Barre- A low-impact fitness class inspired by Ballet, Pilates, and strength training. It uses high repetitions, small isometric movements, and light resistance to tone muscles, build endurance, and improve balance.

Hot Yoga – Flow through yoga poses in a heated studio to increase flexibility, detoxify the body, and build mental focus. A challenging yet rejuvenating practice

Flow Yoga – Connect breath to movement in this smooth, continuous style of yoga. You’ll build strength, flexibility, and balance while finding a sense of calm and focus.

Wind Down Yoga – End your day with gentle stretches and relaxing poses to release tension and quiet the mind. Perfect for stress relief and better sleep.

Hot Pilates – Turn up the heat with Pilates movements performed in a heated studio. Strengthen your core, tone your muscles, and improve flexibility while breaking a serious sweat.

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)- This class focuses on simple cardio and strength exercises performed in short intervals with built-in rest breaks, allowing participants to work at their own pace.

Abs Attack- Improve core Strength, stability, and endurance through targeted Ab exercises. Perfect for all fitness levels and a great add-on to any workout routine.

Cycling – Ride to the beat in this indoor cycling class. Challenge your endurance, build lower-body strength, and push yourself through sprints, climbs, and intervals.

Group Fitness Etiquette
  1. Be On Time!
    • If you need to leave early, please stay toward the back of the room.
    • If you’re more than 5 minutes late, please join us another day to avoid disrupting the class.
  2. Respect the Class Environment.
    • Avoid talking or laughing during class—it’s disruptive to the instructor and other participants.
  3. Wear Clean Gym Shoes.
  4. Dress Appropriately.
    • Make sure to wear proper athletic apparel for a safe and comfortable workout.
  5. Put Equipment Back Properly.
    • Untie resistance bands.
    • Place weights neatly on racks or in cabinets.
    • Stack steps and risers in the storage closet.
    • Return exercise balls and Bosu balls to their designated areas.
  6. Throw Away Trash.
    • Use the appropriate trash receptacles to keep the space clean.
  7. Report Hazards.
    • Let the instructor know about any issues, like spills or broken equipment, to ensure everyone’s safety.
  8. Store Personal Belongings.
    • Keep your items on the bleachers or in lockers near the main entrance.
    • Keys and Panther Cards are acceptable to bring into the studio.
  9. Be Respectful.
    • Treat all instructors and participants with kindness and consideration.
  10. Have Fun!
    • We want you to enjoy your workout! 
Class Cancellations
When possible, we will post class cancellations on our social media stories at least 20 minutes before the scheduled class and will also post a cancellation notice at the class location. Please check our social media before heading to class for the most up-to-date information.

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Contact Information

Campus Recreation

Eastern Illinois University
Student Recreation Center
600 Lincoln Avenue Charleston, IL 61920
217-581-2820
campusrec@eiu.edu


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