Our instructors lead fun and motivating group workouts designed for all fitness levels. Whether you want to connect to your breath with yoga or pump up the beat with Zumba, you’ll find what you’re looking for in our wide variety of classes. Our Group Fitness pass gives you access to all of our group fitness classes at both the Nick and Bakke. Admittance is first-come, first-served, while spots are available. Reservations are available (but not required) for some class formats.
Fall 2023 Schedules (September 6 – December 13)
PURCHASE A GROUP FITNESS PASS
Get access to all your favorite classes—or try something new!
COUNT ME INNICHOLAS RECREATION CENTER CLASS SCHEDULE
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 - 8:15am (45) | Rhythm Ride - Annika @ Revolution | Cycling - Caitlin W. @ Revolution | Rhythm Ride - Morgyn @ Revolution | Cycling - Ellie @ Revolution | Cycle Strength - Maddie @ Revolution | ||
| 10 - 10:45am (45) | Cycling - Annika @ Revolution | ||||||
| 12:05 - 12:50pm (45) | Rhythm Ride - Ellie @ Revolution | Rhythm Ride - Lauren K. @ Revolution | Cycling - Morgyn @ Revolution | ||||
| 4 - 5pm (60) | Zumba - Raquel @ Revolution | ||||||
| 4:15 - 5pm (45) | Rhythm Ride - Briana @ Revolution | Cycling - Danijela @ Revolution | Rhythm Ride - Raquel @ Revolution | Cycling - Briana @ Revolution | Rhythm Ride - Caitlin W. @ Revolution | ||
| 4:30 - 5:15pm (45) | Rhythm Ride - Allie W. @ Revolution | ||||||
| 4:30 - 5:30pm (60) | Zumba - Raquel @ Elevation | ||||||
| 5 - 5:45pm (45) | Cardio360 - Kailee @ Flex Deck | Cardio360 - Theo @ Flex Deck | |||||
| 5:15 - 6pm (45) | Cycling - Maddie @ Revolution | Cycling - Caitlin W. @ Revolution | Cycling - Nayeh @ Revolution | ||||
| 5:15 - 6:15pm (60) | Cycle Strength - Lauryn W. @ Revolution | Cycle Strength - Nayeh @ Revolution | |||||
| 5:30 - 6:15pm (45) | Cycling - Caitlin M. @ Revolution | Shallow Water - Ann @ Pool | Shallow Water - Gracie @ Pool | ||||
| 6:15 - 7pm (45) | Rhythm Ride - Ashleigh @ Revolution | Rhythm Ride - Lauryn W. @ Revolution | |||||
| 6:15 - 7:15pm (60) | Zumba - Raquel @ Elevation | Zumba - Chloe J. @ Elevation | |||||
| 6:30 - 7:15pm (45) | Rhythm Ride - Caitlin M. @ Revolution | Rhythm Ride - Maddie @ Revolution | |||||
| 7 - 7:45pm (45) | Deep Water - Eleanor @ Pool | Deep Water - Gracie @ Pool |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 - 7:45am (45) | Group Strength - Erica @ Elevation | Group Strength - Vayda @ Elevation | Group Strength - Jessica @ Elevation | ||||
| 4:15 ‐ 4:45pm (30) | Glute Strong - Aliyah @ Elevation | Hardcore - Jessica @ Elevation | Glue Strong - Chloe @ Elevation | Hardcore - Claire @ Elevation | |||
| 4:30 ‐ 5:15pm (45) | Barre - Ally N. @ Balance | Barre - Ally N. @ Balance | |||||
| 5 ‐ 6pm (60) | Group Strength - Jessica @ Elevation | Group Strength - Claire @ Elevation | |||||
| 5:15 ‐ 6:15pm (60) | Group Strength - Raquel @ Elevation | ||||||
| 5:30 ‐ 6:15pm (45) | Barre - Vayda @ Balance | Barre - Allie Y. @ Balance | |||||
| 7:30 ‐ 8:30pm (60) | Group Strength - Allie Y. @ Elevation | Group Strength - Erica @ Elevation |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 - 7:45am (45) | Train360 - Maya @ Spark | HIIT - Vayda @ Elevation | Train360 - Maya @ Spark | HIIT - Jessica @ Elevation | |||
| 5 - 5:45pm (45) | Strike360 - Delani @ Spark | Strike360 - Kelsey @ Spark | Train360 - Elise @ Spark | ||||
| 5 - 6pm (60) | HIIT - Raquel @ Elevation | HIIT - Chloe @ Elevation | |||||
| 5:30 - 6:15pm (45) | Tabata Core - Ally N. @ Balance | Tabata Core - Aliyah @ Balance | |||||
| 5:45 - 6:30pm (45) | Train360 - Theo @ Spark | Train360 - Kailee @ Spark |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 - 8am (45) | Powerflow - Ava @ Momentum | Powerflow - Elizabeth @ Momentum | Yoga Strength - Kelly @ Momentum | Powerflow - Lily @ Momentum | Yoga for Stress Relief - Kelly @ Momentum | ||
| 10 - 11am (60) | Powerflow - Katy @ Momentum | ||||||
| 4:45 - 5:45pm (60) | Yoga - Elizabeth @ Momentum | ||||||
| 5 - 6pm (60) | Yoga - Kat @ Momentum | ||||||
| 5:15 - 6pm (45) | Yoga for Stress Relief - Lily @ Momentum | Yoga for Stress Relief - Kat @ Momentum | |||||
| 5:30 - 6:30pm (60) | Yoga Strength - Danijela @ Momentum | Yoga Strength - Katy @ Momentum | |||||
| 6:15 - 7:15pm (60) | Powerflow - Raquel @ Elevation | Powerflow - Danijela @ Elevation | |||||
| 7:30 - 8:15pm (45) | Powerflow - Kat @ Elevation | Yoga - Lydia @ Elevation |
BAKKE RECREATION & WELLBEING CENTER CLASS SCHEDULE
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 - 8:15am (45) | Shallow Water - Eleanor @ Pool | Shallow Water - Ann @ Pool | |||||
| 12:05 - 12:50pm (45) | Cycling - Ellie @ Cadence | Rhythm Ride - Danijela @ Cadence | |||||
| 4:30 - 5:15pm (45) | Zumba Gold - Erin @ Tempo | ||||||
| 5 - 5:45pm (45) | Cycling - Gretchen @ Cadence | Rhythm Ride - Ashleigh @ Cadence | Cycle Strength - Briana @ Cadence | Rhythm Ride - Gretchen @ Cadence | |||
| 5:30 - 6:15pm (45) | Shallow Water - Olivia @ Pool | Shallow Water - Olivia @ Pool |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 - 8am (45) | Group Strength - Morgyn @ Tempo | Group Strength - Morgyn @ Tempo | |||||
| 4:30 - 5:15pm (45) | Strength Gold - Morgyn @ Tempo | ||||||
| 5:45 - 6:30pm (45) | Group Strength - Megan @ Tempo | Group Strength - Aliyah @ Tempo |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:15 - 6pm (45) | Train360 - Delani @ Halo | Train360 - Elise @ Halo | |||||
| 5:30 - 6:30pm (60) | HIIT - Claire @ Tempo | HIIT - Erica @ Tempo | |||||
| 5:45 - 6:30pm (45) | Train360 - Kelsey @ Halo | Train360 - Elise @ Halo |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 - 7:45am (45) | Yoga Gold - Evelyn @ Serenity | Yoga Gold - Evelyn @ Tempo | Yoga Gold - Evelyn @ Serenity | ||||
| 4:30 - 5:15pm (45) | Yoga Gold - Evelyn @ Serenity | ||||||
| 4:45 - 5:30pm (45) | Yoga for Stress Relief - Ava @ Serenity | ||||||
| 5:15 - 6:15pm (60) | Powerflow - Lydia @ Serenity | Yoga Strength - Lydia @ Serenity |
Looking for a fun, active job that will help others become Active Badgers? Apply to be a Group Fitness Instructor today! As a dynamic and motivating fitness professional, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to lead engaging group workouts that cater to a variety of fitness levels and interests.
RESERVATIONS
Reservations are encouraged but not required for Cycling, Rhythm Ride, Cycle Strength, Train360, Strike360, Cardio360, Shallow Water and Deep Water. All other classes are drop-in and access is on a first come, first served basis. Please note that pre-registration is required for Terrace Yoga and no drop-in’s are allowed.
We encourage all participants to check-in with themselves 3 hours before attending a group fitness class to ensure they are feeling their best prior to attending a class and are still able to attend. If a participant does not feel their best, they are responsible for canceling their registration online and can do so up to 2 hours prior to the start of class. Failure to cancel will result in a no-show/late cancellation fee.
Reserve your spot for all Group Cycling classes, Train360, Strike360, Cardio360, all Water Fitness, and Terrace Yoga
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How to cancel your reservation
- Go to services.recwell.wisc.edu.
- Click Log In in the top right corner of the page and log in using your NetID or Guest credentials.
- Once logged in, click your name in the top right corner of the page and select Profile from the drop-down menu.
- From the menu on the left side of the page, click Programs.
- Find the class registration you’d like to cancel. Click the three dots on the right side of the class listing, select Cancel Registration, and follow the on-screen prompts.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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All classes
- Participants must be 17 years or older to participate in group fitness classes.
- Athletic footwear is required for all group fitness classes except Mind-Body classes
- All personal belongings should be secured in a daily use or rental locker
- A Rec Well employee will start checking in participants outside of the studio 10 minute before class begins.
- Please arrive 10 minutes early to class to allow for equipment set-up
- To avoid interruptions, late entry will not be allowed 5 minutes after class start time.
- No exit/re-entry permitted.
- At the end of class, please clean and put away your equipment and exit the studio.
- A minimum of three participants is required for all classes to be held
- Please avoid using your cell phone when class is in session; if necessary, make calls and texts outside of the room
- Out of respect for the instructor and participants, please avoid conversations while class is in session
- Taking photos or videos during class is strictly prohibited unless approved in advance by our Marketing & Communications department (click here to submit a Marketing & Media Request)
- Group Cycling classes, Train360, Strike360, Cardio360, Shallow Water, Deep Water and Terrace Yoga: Secure your spot ahead of time. Reserve at services.recwell.wisc.edu and arrive at least 10 minutes before class start time to claim your spot. Unclaimed spots will be given to drop-in participants 5 minutes before class start time. No-shows will be subject to a $10 no-show fee. Reservations open 48 hours in advance and closes 15 minutes before class begins. You may cancel your reservation online up to 2 hours before class starts. Cancelling after that will result in a $10 no-show/late cancellation fee. We encourage all participants to check-in with themselves 3 hours before attending a group fitness class to ensure they are feeling their best prior to attending a class and are still able to attend. If a participant does not feel their best, they are responsible for canceling their registration online & can do so up to 2 hours prior to the start of class. Failure to cancel will result in a no-show/late cancellation fee.•
- Strike360: Hybrid boxing gloves are required to make contact with the bag. If you do not have hybrid gloves, you will be asked to strike off the bag for your own safety. You can purchase hybrid gloves at the Nicholas Recreation Center Member Services desk.
- Terrace Yoga: Reservations are required. No drop-in’s allowed.
- Please note: Exercise is not without its risks and this or any other exercise program many result in injury. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it, or if you have a medical or physical condition that may increase your risk of injury or death. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising you should stop immediately. Please be sure to check that any equipment or space in which you use to exercise is safe and not at risk of causing harm to you or those who may be around you. Those following the workout routines do so at their own risk. Programming is intended for audiences 18 and older.
GROUP FITNESS PASS
You can purchase a Drop-in at the Nicholas Recreation Center front desk. Non-members wishing to attend a group fitness class will also need to purchase a Guest Pass (sponsor may be required). Entry to class will be dependent on capacity limits. Some classes may not have spots available.
| Drop-in | $10 |
| Fall September 6 – December 21, 2023 |
$40 |
| Spring January 23 – May 4, 2024 |
$40 |
| Summer May 21 – August 19, 2024 |
$35 |
| Fall + Spring + Summer September 6, 2023 – August 19, 2024 |
$95 |
- The Non-Student group fitness pass is available to current Campus Affiliate and Community Rec Well Members.
- Non-Student Group Fitness Pass gains access to all group fitness classes at both the Nicholas Recreation Center and the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center. Group fitness classes at Bakke begin in the fall of 2023.
- Unique offerings like outdoor terrace yoga (included in pass) & Stand-Up Paddle Board yoga (reduced rate for pass holders) during the summer months.
| Drop-in | $10/class |
| Monthly recurring* | $20/month |
No end date; renews automatically until member cancels. One automatic renewal charge is required before cancellation. Please review our full cancellation policies before purchasing a monthly recurring group fitness pass. If you would like to cancel your monthly recurring Non-Student Group Fitness Pass please fill out this form.
TYPES OF CLASSES
CARDIO
Fun energetic workouts designed to get you moving and get your heart pumping. Enjoy Zumba, Group Cycling, Cardio360 and more!
HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING
Reach new levels of fitness and HIIT your goals during our interval-based classes like HIIT, Tabata, Tabata Core, and Train360.
STRENGTH
Build strength and muscle in Group Strength, Barre, HardCORE, and Glute Strong.
MIND-BODY
Align mind and body in classes like Powerflow, Yoga, and Yoga Strength. Workout mats are provided, but we encourage you to bring your own yoga mat.
WATER
Explore new depths of fitness in our Shallow and Deep Water Fitness classes.
GOLD
Gold Classes are intended for the active aging population and for individuals looking for a low-impact group fitness class.
FITNESS WITH OUTDOOR UW
During the summer, we partner with Outdoor UW to offer yoga at the Terrace. Access to Terrace Yoga is included in your Group Fitness Pass. Access to SUP Yoga classes require an extra fee.
Let us bring the workout to you.
We offer private group fitness classes for UW student organizations, UW residence halls and UW departments. Request a class in our facilities (internal event) or in a space provided by your group (external event). Please submit requests at least three weeks prior to the date of the event.
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Internal Events (held in Rec Well facilities)
Available class formats include Zumba, Yoga, Powerflow, Core Training, Tabata, HIIT, Group Cycling and Group Strength. Rates include instruction, space rental, fitness equipment and sound system. Users must have appropriate athletic footwear. Only water is permitted in the activity space and must be in enclosed containers. No other food or drink will be allowed. If you wish to photograph or video record the class, you must obtain prior permission.
Please visit the Reservations & Rentals page to review policies, rental rates, and to fill out the special event request form.
External Events (held in a space provided by the group)
Class formats available include Zumba, Yoga, Powerflow, Core Training and Tabata.
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