RECSPORTS SPRING 2011 THE MAGAZINE MOBILE READY WEBSITE NOW AVAILABLE SEE PAGE 4 FREE CLASS DEMOS FOR SMALL GROUP TRAINING SEE PAGE 15

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1 SPRING 2011 THE MAGAZINE RECSPORTS MOBILE READY WEBSITE NOW AVAILABLE SEE PAGE 4 FREE CLASS DEMOS FOR SMALL GROUP TRAINING SEE PAGE 15 PLAY WII NOW AT SWRC FOR CHECKOUT SEE PAGE 17

2 CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPOTLIGHT Pg. 4-5 ULTIMATE FAN CHALLENGE MOBILE READY WEBSITE MIDNIGHT FUN RUN FACILITY HOURS DIRECTOR S MESSAGE Welcome back to campus for Spring Semester People are motivated by New Year s resolutions all across the country during this time of year or maybe it stems from guilt due to over indulgence throughout the holidays? Some people may be motivated by their spring break plans involving a beach front property, south of Gainesville. Hopefully, your experiences gained through participating in RecSports programs have taught you that active and healthy living are too important for short term goals and that quick fixes do not stand the test of time. Take advantage of the information you can gain from our Personal Trainers, Massage Therapists and many of our other staff members to learn how to make changes that will improve your quality of life. Team sports are a great way to connect with fellow students while helping to improve your overall health. In addition to the chance to play for a Championship T-shirt, Intramural Sports is offering new recreational leagues this spring. The recreational leagues allow you to play almost twice as many games as the competitive leagues, focusing on the experience rather than trying to win a championship. Of course, if you are looking for a higher level of competition, as well as the chance to develop your leadership skills, joining one of the 41 Sport Clubs might be for you. As it becomes warmer this semester, enjoy the great outdoors at Lake Wauburg. With your Gator 1 Card you can kayak with the gators, take a belay course, play a game of disc golf and much more. AQUATICS Pg. 6 7 FITNESS Pg INTRAMURAL SPORTS Pg SPORT CLUBS Pg POOL HOURS ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS 6 ELEMENTS OF FITNESS SPECIAL EVENTS CLASS SCHEDULE SCHEDULE SPECIAL EVENTS EVENTS SPOTLIGHT COACH S CORNER HOURS OF OPERATION SOUTHWEST RECREATION CENTER (SWRC) 6 a.m. - 1 a.m. SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10 a.m p.m. STUDENT RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER (SRFC) Find your niche in RecSports. Get active not for a month, or a season, but for a lifetime. David Bowles Director, Department of Recreational Sports STUDENTS CLASSIFICATION CURRENTLY ENROLLED SUMMER CONTINUING STUDENT SPOUSE/PARTNER OF CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENT PREVIOUSLY ENROLLED STUDENT PREVIOUSLY ENROLLED STUDENT & SPOUSE/PARTNER FACULTY & STAFF CLASSIFICATION FACULTY, STAFF & AFFILIATES SPOUSES/PARTNERS OF FACULTY, STAFF & AFFILIATES FACULTY, STAFF & AFFILIATES AND SPOUSE/PARTNER SUMMER A OR B MEMBERSHIP FEE SCHEDULE ACTIVITY & SERVICE FEE $20.00 $30.00 $50.00 $ WEEK $50.00 $50.00 $ MONTH $ $ $ MONTH $ $ $ FALL, SPRING OR SUMMER C ACTIVITY & SERVICE FEE $40.00 $60.00 $ $ MONTH $ $ $ WEEKEND* $ $ $ *THE WEEKEND MEMBERSHIP ALLOWS FOR ACCESS TO THE RECREATION CENTERS ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS FOR 12 MONTHS FROM THE DATE THE MEMBERSHIP WAS PURCHASED. APPROPRIATE TAXES WILL BE ADDED TO THE ABOVE FEES. MEMBERSHIP SERVICES OFFICE ACCEPTS CASH, CHECK OR CREDIT CARD (MASTERCARD, VISA OR AMERICAN EXPRESS). NON-STUDENT MEMBERSHIPS ARE EFFECTIVE FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. GATOR 1 CARD MUST BE PRESENTED WHEN PURCHASING A MEMBERSHIP. LAKE WAUBURG Pg GUEST PASSES: LAKE HOURS EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS Guest Passes are availble for $10 per entry. There is no limit to the number of Guest Passes an individual may purchase. Guest Passes may be purchased online or inside the Membership Services office at the Southwest Recreation Center. Guests must present a valid picture identification and be accompanied by a sponsoring Gator 1 Cardholder. PAYROLL DEDUCTION: University of Florida Faculty/Staff may now sign up for a RecSports Membership through payroll deduction. The membership provides access to the newly expanded Southwest Recreation Center and the Student Recreation & Fitness Center. The 12 month Faculty/Staff membership may be purchased for a fee of $42.70 to be deducted from 10 paychecks. The joint Faculty/Staff and Spouse/Partner membership is also available for payroll deduction for a fee of $74.73 deducted from 10 paychecks. Visit the Membership Services office inside the Southwest Recreation Center to sign up today. 7 a.m. - Midnight SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10 a.m p.m. SOUTHWEST SOFTBALL FIELDS OPEN REC MONDAY THURSDAY 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. SATURDAY & SUNDAY Noon - 4:30 p.m. O CONNELL CENTER WEIGHT ROOM 2:30 p.m p.m.* SATURDAY SUBJECT TO CHANGE SUNDAY 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. * SEE WEBSITE FOR CLOSURES DURING BASKETBALL AND EVENTS FLORIDA GYM Noon - 1:30 p.m. MONDAY THRUSDAY 5 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. FRIDAY 5 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. SUNDAY 12:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. UVS SAND VOLLEYBALL COURTS SUNDAY SATURDAY 3:45 p.m p.m. BROWARD OUTDOOR RECREATION COMPLEX (BORC) 4 p.m p.m. SATURDAY 2 p.m p.m. SUNDAY 2 p.m p.m. 2 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 3

3 SPOTLIGHT MIDNIGHT FUN RUN Wednesday, April 20, :59 p.m. 5k Run or 1 Mile walk The Midnight Fun Run is the perfect opportunity to accomplish your first 5k or improve your time for a future race. All participants receive an event t-shirt and breakfast at Gator Dining following the race. Registration information and event details will be available at recsports.ufl.edu in February. ULTIMATE FAN CHALLENGE Sign up for the NEW Small Group Training class, Faster 5k, this spring to prepare yourself for Midnight Fun Run 2011! Faster 5k is a 6 week training class led by Running Man Jeremey to get you out on the road fast! This class will increase your running endurance and improve your running form in order to take your runs to the next level. Visit recsports.ufl.edu for more information on pricing, class times and registration. Presented by Healthy Gators and RecSports Fitness Zone Group Fitness class Activity at Lake Wauburg Run on the new indoor track Attend/compete in an Intramural Sports game Photo with a RecSports Street Team member Become a follower on Twitter Play a game at BORC Join a Small Group Training class Play racquetball at SRFC Recruit the most friends to Like our Facebook Fan Page Attend a Sport Clubs Home Event * Log on to recsports.ufl.edu or facebook for complete rules. MOBILE READY WEBSITE RecSports.ufl.edu is now optimized for your mobile device. Direct access to facility hours, Group Fitness schedule and live webcams now brought to your iphone, Blackberry and Android. 4 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 5

4 AQUATICS POOL HOURS RECREATIONAL SWIMMING provides the opportunity to relax while enjoying a low-impact, full-body workout. RecSports offers recreational swimming at two locations on campus. Visit the O Connell Center Pool located inside the Stephen C. O Connell Center on the lower level between Gates 2 and 3 or come with friends and swim in the Florida sun at the outdoor Florida Pool located behind the Student Recreation & Fitness Center. For closures due to weather and adjusted hours visit the Aquatics page at recsports.ufl.edu. HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO LEARN HOW TO SWIM? ADULT SWIMMING INSTRUCTION FLORIDA POOL HOURS MONDAY THURSDAY 7 a.m. - 8 a.m. NOON - 5:45 p.m. SATURDAY NOON - 6:45 p.m. SUNDAY NOON - 4:45 p.m. The Florida Pool water is heated to approximately 84 degrees during the cooler months promoting yearround, outdoor swimming. When air temperatures are predicted to drop below 45 degrees, the Florida Pool will close. We monitor air and water temperature, wind chill temperature and wind speed to determine when to close the pool. NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME! RecSports offers the Adult Learn to Swim class for non-swimmers and beginning swimmers. RecSports also offers the Stroke Development class for those who want to become a more efficient and stronger swimmer while learning new strokes and improving technique. Visit the Aquatics page at recsports.ufl.edu for more information. SWIMMING INSTRUCTION SCHEDULE Monday & Thursday nights at the O Connell Center Pool Each class is 30 minutes long ADULT LEARN TO SWIM 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. STROKE DEVELOPMENT 8:30 p.m. O CONNELL CENTER POOL HOURS SATURDAY SUNDAY 11:30 a.m. 1:45 p.m. 7 p.m. 9:30 p.m. CLOSED 6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. The O Connell Center Pool indoor facility boasts an 8 lane Olympic size pool, 50 meters, that can be divided into two, 25 yard sections or two, 25 meter sections. GUEST PASSES: A Guest Pass may be obtained from the Membership Services desk at the Southwest Recreation Center during regular business hours. Guests must present a valid picture identification and be accompanied by a sponsoring Gator 1 Cardholder. REGISTRATION: aquatics@recsports.ufl.edu each week to register for a class, with the subject line titled swimming instruction by Thursday of the previous week. Please include desired time, date and class title. You will receive a confirmation by 3 p.m. on the Friday before the class. Space is limited. 6 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 7

5 FLORIDA FITNESS FITNESS ELEMENTS FLORIDA FITNESS prides itself on the 6 elements of fitness: (1) Fitness Assessment, (2) Personal Training, (3) Group Fitness, (4) Massage Therapy, (5) Strength & Conditioning and (6) Small Group Training. 1. FITNESS ASSESSMENT The Fitness Assessment Center offers comprehensive physical assessments to determine your current level of fitness. This information is useful in designing your own workout program and learning about potential imbalances to prevent the onset of injuries. Students and RecSports Members are encouraged to get a FREE assessment at least once per semester. The Fitness Assessment Center is open Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. located in the Training Center at the Southwest Recreation Center. The FAC is now offering: 1. General Assessment Package Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Postural Assessment Body Composition Dynamic Muscle Balance Assessment Performance Assessment Sub-maximal VO2 bike or treadmill test FITNESS ASSESSMENT CENTER 2. Sport Performance Assessment Package Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Body Composition Functional Movement Screen (FMS): a.) Deep overhead squat b.) Hurdle step c.) In-line lunge d.) Shoulder mobility e) Active straight leg raise f.) Trunk stability push-up Vertical jump test Sub-maximal VO2 bike or treadmill test Corrective exercises will be provided after the conclusion of each assessment package. Please visit the Training Center at the Southwest Recreation Center to schedule a FREE appointment. 2. PERSONAL TRAINING Enhance your life through hiring a RecSports Personal Trainer. Personal Training is an affordable journey for any budget. Our specialized Personal Trainers will help you maximize your potential through individual goal setting and achievement. Trainers complete an extensive training program and are continuously educated by RecSports. Visit the Personal Training page at recsports.ufl.edu for more information, or sign-up in the Training Center at the Southwest Recreation Center. PERSONAL TRAINER COURSE Florida Fitness offers an elite training course available to students and RecSports Members who are interested in becoming a Personal Trainer. PERSONAL TRAINER PREPARATION COURSE Do YOU have the potential to enhance the lives of others through exercise and behavior modification? RecSports, in collaboration with Personal Training Academy Global, has prepared an intensive training course specifically designed to guide trainers on a successful pathway toward fitness careers. This course educates and trains students and members to become thriving Personal Trainers. Our goal, successful completion of the course, entails passing the PTA Global certification exam and becoming a RecSports Personal Trainer. Certification and employment are not guaranteed. Visit the Personal Training page at recsports.ufl.edu for complete training course details. 3. GROUP FITNESS The Group Fitness Program has a strong tradition of an extensive class schedule, variety of cutting-edge formats and exceptional instruction. Experience an intense cardiovascular workout in Stadium Conditioning, the stress relief of Hatha Yoga or the international rhythms of Zumba. Visit the Group Fitness page at recsports.ufl.edu to read complete class descriptions and view the class schedule. Classes are offered at the Student Recreation & Fitness Center and the Southwest Recreation Center. GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR COURSE Florida Fitness offers an elite training course for students and RecSports Members who are interested in becoming a Group Fitness Instructor. GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSE Do YOU have the courage to step on stage and lead a large group of people through a motivating, effective and safe workout? Take the first step in becoming a RecSports Group Fitness Instructor by registering for the Group Fitness Instructor Training Course. This training course is designed to give participants the fundamentals needed to pass a nationally recognized group exercise certification and prepares participants to teach Group Fitness classes. Visit the Group Fitness page at recsports.ufl.edu for complete training course details. 8 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 9

6 4. MASSAGE THERAPY The Massage Therapy Program offers students and RecSports members a place to receive therapeutic bodywork at a reasonable price. Therapists on staff are licensed within their field of expertise. Several different types of massages are available ranging from Sports Massage to Swedish Massage. (photo) 5. STRENGTH & CONDITIONING The Strength & Conditioning Program offers an educated staff to guide you toward proper and effective usage of the weight room and cardio equipment. If you prefer independence in your exercise program, Strength & Conditioning will meet your needs by answering questions and providing general advice. Please utilize our staff when performing exercises that can be spotted or if you need assistance in basic exercise selection. OLYMPIC LIFTING AT SOUTHWEST RECREATION CENTER The Strength & Conditioning Program is excited to introduce Olympic Weightlifting at the Southwest Recreation Center this spring. Complete with Olympic lifting platforms, half racks, bumper plates and chalk, the Olympic lifting area will be a monitored, controlled space where students who meet specific criteria may perform Olympic-style lifts such as the Clean & Jerk and the Snatch. In order to use this space, lifters must meet one of the following criteria: Complete the Olympic Weightlifting Orientation. The RecSports Strength & Conditioning Program offers the orientation on a monthly basis. Information regarding orientation description, dates and times can be found on the Strength & Conditioning page at recsports.ufl.edu. Complete a test-out session with a designated RecSports Fitness Staff member. Information regarding test-out criteria and protocol for scheduling a test-out can be found on the Strength & Conditioning page at recsports.ufl.edu. DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Deep Tissue Bodywork is applied with the intention of accessing the deeper layers of the body. Pressure is applied to resisting points in the body until the resistance is released. Deep Tissue Massage helps with chronic pain and injury rehabilitation. SPORTS MASSAGE Sports Massage is designed to enhance athletic performance and recovery. There are three contexts in which Sports Massage can be useful to an athlete: pre-event, post-event and injury treatment. Pre-event massage is delivered at the performance site to establish blood flow and warm up the muscles. Post-event massage serves to calm the nervous system and begin the process of flushing toxins and waste products out of the body. Post-event massage can reduce recovery time, enabling an athlete to resume training much sooner than rest alone would allow. MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM OFFERINGS ORTHOPEDIC MASSAGE Orthopedic Massage involves therapeutic assessment, manipulation and movement of soft tissue to reduce pain and dysfunction. The focus is on restoring structural balance throughout the body to promote both prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal dysfunctions. SWEDISH MASSAGE Swedish Massage is a vigorous system of treatment designed to energize the body by stimulating circulation. The strokes, all flowing toward the heart, are used to manipulate the soft tissues of the body. Therapists use a combination of kneading, rolling, percussive and tapping movements, with the application of oil, reducing friction on the skin. Swedish Massage benefits include generalized relaxation, dissolution of scar tissue adhesions, and improved circulation, which may speed healing and reduce swelling from injury. Upon completion of the Olympic Weightlifting Orientation or once a lifter has tested-out, he/she will receive a Lift Card that must be presented before using the area. BOOTCAMP BOOTCAMP: Monday, 5-6 p.m. at Maguire Field Bootcamp is an advanced class designed to offer high intensity training, total body conditioning, core training and speed and agility training in a non-traditional format. BASIC BOOTCAMP: Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. at Maguire Field If you want to flip tires but are a little intimidated, Basic Bootcamp is the same format as Bootcamp but offered at a lower intensity with a focus on skill development. HOURS OF OPERATION PRICING Massages will be scheduled on an hourly and half hour basis, with the last sessions beginning at 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 3 p.m. on Saturday. MASSAGE TYPE 30 MIN - ANY TYPE 1 HOUR SWEDISH STUDENT $30.00 $50.00 MEMBER $35.00 $55.00 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY CLOSED NOON 8 p.m. NOON 4 p.m. * All 3 sessions must be used within 3 months of purchase date * All 5 sessions must be used within 5 months of purchase date * All 6 sessions must be used within 3 months of purchase date * All 10 sessions must be used within 5 months of purchase date 1 HOUR DEEP TISSUE 1 HOUR ORTHOPEDIC 1 HOUR SPORTS PACKAGE SESSION 3-1 HOUR SESSIONS 5-1 HOUR SESSIONS 6-30 MIN SESSIONS MIN SESSIONS $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 STUDENT $ $ $ $ $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 MEMBER $ $ $ $ // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 11

7 SPECIAL EVENTS STRONG GATOR THE STRONG GATOR COMPETITION is a test of pure strength, explosive strength, speed, conditioning and muscular endurance through five different events. Males and females are invited and encouraged to participate in this test to find out who is the strongest Gator. Spectators are also welcome to join us for this high-intensity competition! GROUP FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE STUDENT RECREATION AND FITNESS CENTER TIME ROOM MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY 8:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. SR 1 Date: Saturday, February 26 Location: Maguire Field Time: 10 a.m. Registration: Wednesday, February 23 from 9 a.m. 5 p.m. in the 11:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. SR 1 TURBO KICK TURBO KICK TURBO KICK PILATES HIP HOP HUSTLE YOGALATES Training Center at Southwest Recreation Center. Participants must register 4:15 p.m. SR 1 INTERVAL TRAINING and weigh-in. All participants will have a final weigh-in on the morning of 5:15 p.m. HIP HOP HUSTLE URBAN HIP HOP HIP HOP HUSTLE HIP HOP HUSTLE TURBO KICK the event. 5:30 p.m. SR 1 INTERVAL TRAINING INTERVAL TRAINING FINALS WEEK RELAXATION Eight Hours of Continuous Yoga Tuesday, April 26 SRFC Activity Room 2 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. VALENTINE S DAY EVENT Couples Yoga & Partner Hip Hop Thursday, February 10 SWRC 1, 2 & 3 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. WEIGHT CLASSES: Female: <150; ; ; +180 Male: <175; ; ; ; +250 EVENTS: Log Clean & Press Atlas Stone Farmer s Walk Yoke Walk Medley: Prowler Push/Tire Flip/Keg Carry 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. SR LOBBY FL POOL STADIUM CONDITIONING STADIUM CONDITIONING COACHED SWIM OUTDOOR TRAINING STADIUM CONDITIONING COACHED SWIM 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:45 p.m. 8:15 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. SR 1 SR 1 SR 1 TURBO KICK URBAN HIP HOP TURBO HUSTLE TURBO KICK ADVANCED STEP URBAN HIP HOP TURBO KICK URBAN HIP HOP SOUTHWEST RECREATION CENTER TIME ROOM MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY 7: 15 a.m. 8: 15 a.m. 10:15 a.m. CYCLE (60) 11:15 a.m. BOSU BODY 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. CYCLE (30) BOSU CONDITIONING CYCLE (30) BOSU BODY CYCLE (30) 1:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. MUSCLE CONFUSION ANAEROBIC TRANINING BOSU CONDITIONING MUSCLE CONFUSION CYCLE (60) 4 p.m. BOSU PILATES YOGALATES TURBO KICK (75) 5 p.m. BOSU CONDITIONING 5:15 p.m. PILATES BELLY DANCE PILATES 6:30 p.m. RIDE & RELAX (75) RIDE & RELAX (75) CYCLE (60) 7 p.m. TURBO KICK HIP HOP HUSTLE HIP HOP HUSTLE 8 p.m. CYCLE (60) STEP CYCLE (60) CYCLE (60) 8:15 p.m. BOSU BODY BOSU CONDITIONING 9:15 p.m. 9:30 p.m. CYCLING DANCE OUTDOOR MIND/BODY CARDIO STRENGTH TEAR ME OUT! 12 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 13

8 MIND/BODY BOSU PILATES: Challenge your balance while you explore traditional and nontraditional Pilates exercises using the BOSU Balance Trainer. : This yoga for health class will ease your mind and guide mental clarity toward strength, flexibility and relaxation. Breathing, postures and stress management will serve as the foundation in this centuries-old form of exercise. PILATES: A mat-based fitness-pilates class that emphasizes essential skills for proper execution of movements. Activate, isolate and stabilize deep core muscles while improving posture, flexibility, balance and overall body strength. YOGALATES: Experience the best of both worlds: the relaxation and unique postures of yoga combined with the lengthening and toning effects of Pilates. : A more advanced energetic flowing sequence of postures and poses. Breathing techniques move participants rapidly from one pose to another. Classes focus on body weight bearing exercises, torso stability and intermediate balance. : Vinyasa literally translates to breath-synchronized movement. Explore your inner landscape as your breath and body work harmoniously as one. ALL CLASSES are 60 minutes unless otherwise indicated by a number listed on the schedule after the class name. Please wear athletic footwear to all Group Fitness classes except select mind/body classes. If you do not adhere to this policy, you may be asked to leave. GROUP FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS STRENGTH ANAEROBIC TRAINING: Push your lactate energy system to the max utilizing intervals of 30 second to 2 minute bouts of exercise in this intense yet highly rewarding workout. BOSU BODY: Simultaneously improve your muscular strength, balance and mobility in this strength training class targeting major muscle groups. If you like Total Body, you ll love this balancechallenging version. : Strengthen abdominal and lateral flexors, back extensors and core stabilizers to improve torso appearance and function. MUSCLE CONFUSION: An actionpacked class filled with the excitement of kickboxing, the toughness of strength conditioning and the stretching emphasis of Yoga and Pilates. If you want something that will test your overall fitness, this class is for you! : A strength training class targeting major muscle groups using various equipment and body weight. CARDIO ADVANCED STEP: One hour of advanced step choreography with intense cardiovascular conditioning. Requires a solid knowledge base of step choreography. BOSU Conditioning: Engage the core, burn calories and build muscular endurance in this high intensity cardiovascular workout. INTERVAL TRAINING: Experience the effectiveness of interspersing bouts of near-maximum exertion with periods of lower intensity activity. STEP: This class emphasizes form and technique while using high intensity movements and fun step combinations. TURBO KICK : One of the hottest kickboxing classes around, Turbo Kick combines sports drills, athletic movements and hip-hop elements that will take your cardio workout to the next level! TURBO KICK (75): Achieve all of the cardiovascular benefits of Turbo Kick plus extra time to focus on a dance finale, leg work and core sculpting. DANCE BELLY DANCE: This ethnic style of dance will have you smiling as you utilize your hips and abs to move to the rhythm of the music! HIP HOP HUSTLE : A combination of easy to learn hip-hop dance moves perfectley coreographed to high energy and motivating music. It s the ultimate cardiovascular challenge! No previous dance experience required. URBAN HIP HOP: Inspired by moves off the streets, learn new dance routines that are bound to impress while getting a fun workout! : A fusion of Latin and international music, Zumba creates exciting and effective fitness through dance routines. Zumba utilizes interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and toning. TURBO HUSTLE :Get the best of both worlds while you punch and kick your way through Turbo Kick and get your groove on in Hip Hop Hustle class! OUTDOOR COACHED SWIM: Work closely with a swim coach to improve your technique and maximize your swimming strengths. Coaches create workout programs to challenge multi-level swimmers. Class meets at the Florida Pool. OUTDOOR TRAINING: An alternative to indoor Group Fitness classes that incorporates a mixture of jogging, drills and fun activities to challenge your strength, endurance and cardiovascular capabilities. STADIUM CONDITIONING: This class utilizes the stairs, benches, ramps and straight-aways of Ben Hill Griffin stadium for an intense workout. CYCLING CYCLE (30): This 30 minute cycling class has dual purposes. The beginner can learn about the cycling journey and get accustomed to the bike. An experienced cyclist can focus on a high intensity cardiovascular workout in a shorter amount of time. AND (60): Ride your way through rolling hills, steep climbs, false flats and sprints to make this cardiorespiratory workout fly by. RIDE AND RELAX (75): This 75 minute class takes you through two inspiring formats: Cycling and Yoga. You will experience 45 minutes of intense cycling immediately followed by 30 minutes of relaxing Yoga. TRX Achieve a full body workout emphasizing core performance that is tailored to your ability. The pendulum principle and suspension training allow you to maximize lifting like never before. TRX is the perfect way to tone up for spring break. KINESIS 360 degrees of motion. With over 400 separate movements and more than 250 exercises to choose from, Kinesis provides you with a wide range of circuit exercises that are challenging regardless of your ability level. Be the first to participate in small group Kinesis training allowing you access to this NEW piece of equipment. Discover Kinesis, a workout as unique as YOU. TAKE YOUR FITNESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL! Stop by the Training Center in SWRC to inquire about a FREE class demo. For more information about class times, pricing and descriptions, visit the Small Group Training page at recsports.ufl.edu. CYCLING Enter the world of lower body endurance. This one hour cycling class offers high energy stationary bike workouts to enhance endurance and muscular strength. You will experience sprints, climbs and a mixture of high intensity intervals led by an experienced instructor in a motivational environment. Reserve a spot in this 6 week class and forget about waiting in line! FASTER 5K Want to improve your 5K time? Never ran a 5K, but want to? Here s your chance. Join this 6 week training class led by Running Man Jeremey to get you out on the road fast! This class will increase your running endurance and improve your running form in order to take your runs to the next level. 6. SMALL GROUP TRAINING Small Group Training offers a unique opportunity to explore a new dimension of Florida Fitness by merging Group Fitness and Personal Training. Class formats include: TRX, Kinesis and Krankcycle. Small Group Training focuses on a specialized format, individual progression and goal accomplishment. Classes offered are unique to UF RecSports and available at an affordable price for students and RecSports members. ROWING Row seamlessly while connecting the upper and lower body for the ultimate workout. Challenge the notion of endurance and intensity as you push, pull & catch an amazing cardio workout on our brand new Concept 2 rowers. KRANKCYCLE FUSION Krankcycle Fusion is the ultimate indoor ride. This go-at-your-ownpace full hour, calorie burning, fat-destroying cardio class comes with great music for a COMPLETE upper and lower body workout by combining 30 minutes on the Johnny G Krankcycle and 30 minute on the Keiser M3 cycling bike. Join this one hour equipment based class for ALL levels. 14 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 15

9 INTRAMURAL SPORTS OFFICIAL S INFORMATIONAL SESSION Interested in becoming an Official? The Spring 2011 Official s Informational Session will be held Monday, January 10 at 7 p.m. in the Southwest Recreation Center, Arena Conference Room. INTRAMURAL SPORTS offers students, faculty and staff the opportunity to participate in many sports and activities on a competitive and recreational level. All skill levels are welcome. There is no fee to participate. All you need is your Gator 1 Card. INTRAMURAL SPORTS SCHEDULE RECREATIONAL LEAGUES NOW AVAILABLE Recreational leagues are designed for teams whose primary objective is to have fun; winning is secondary. All recreational leagues will now feature an 8-game regular season with no playoffs. Teams will not be permitted to move between the competitive and recreational leagues once registration has been completed. Contact the Intramural Sports office for more information. RULES CLINICS If you are interested in working for Intramural Sports as an Official, you must attend the rules clinic(s) listed for that specific sport. Students interested in becoming a Scorekeeper must attend the Scorekeeper Rules Clinic: SPORT BASKETBALL OUTDOOR SOCCER SCOREKEEPERS 4v4 FLAG FOOTBALL SOFTBALL DATE 1/11 1/13 1/18 1/19 1/24 TIME 8:15 p.m. 8:15 p.m. 8:15 p.m. 8:15 p.m. 9:15 p.m. LOCATION SWRC Ct. 5 & 6 JWRU Rion Ballroom JWRU Rion Ballroom JWRU Rion Ballroom JWRU Rion Ballroom LEAGUES SPORT OUTDOOR SOCCER 5-ON-5 BASKETBALL 4-ON-4 FLAG FOOTBALL CAPTAIN'S MEETING 1/13 at 7 p.m. JWRU Rion Ballroom 1/18 at 7 p.m. JWRU Rion Ballroom 1/19 at 7 p.m. JWRU Rion Ballroom REGISTRATION 1/14 : 7 a.m. 6 p.m. 1/19 : 7 a.m. 6 p.m. 1/20 : 7 a.m. 6 p.m. PLAY BEGINS 1/23 1/26 1/27 REGISTER YOUR TEAM FOR SWAMP SHOOTOUT Compete in the 7th Annual Swamp Shootout Regional Basketball Tournament, held March at the NINTENDO S WII NOW AT SOUTHWEST REC The Southwest Recreation Center social lounge is now fully equipped with four Wii consoles. Play together SAND VOLLEYBALL 1/24 at 7 p.m. JWRU Rion Ballroom 1/25 : 7 a.m. 6 p.m. 1/30 University of Florida. Intramural Sports teams from around with friends on the video wall, or play separately with one SOFTBALL RACQUETBALL (SINGLES/DOUBLES) TEAM RACQUETBALL EVENTS SPORT 1/24 at 8 p.m. JWRU Rion Ballroom 1/26 at 7 p.m. SWRC Arena CAPTAIN'S MEETING 1/25 : 7 a.m. 6 p.m. 1/5-1/26 : Noon (register online) Register at Captain's Meeting REGISTRATION 1/31 1/31 2/2 EVENT DATE the Southeast will travel to Gainesville to take on the best teams UF has to offer. Men s and Women s divisions are offered and the winning teams will receive t-shirts, a trophy and a paid entry to the National Intramural Basketball Championships held later in the year. Think your team has what it takes? Visit the Intramural Sports page at recsports.ufl.edu for more information. Wii console per television. Test your Wii skills this semester at the Wii Sports Resort Tournament to be held on Friday, February 11. Begin practicing today! Wii remotes are available for check-out at the Equipment Checkout window inside the Southwest Recreation Center. WII SPORTS RESORT TOURNAMENT 1/5-2/9 : Noon (register online) 2/11 CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT 1/19-2/23 Noon (register online) 2/25 ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS TOURNAMENT Register at Event 2/25 SOCCER SKILLS CHALLENGE Register at Event 3/16-3/17 SWAMP SHOOTOUT 3/26 at 10 a.m. SWRC Arena Early Deadline ($200): 3/14 Final Deadline ($225): 3/21 3/26-3/27 SOFTBALL SKILLS CHALLENGE Register at Event 3/29-3/30 SWIM MEET 3/28 at 7 p.m. SWRC Arena Teams: Due at Capt. Mtg. Individuals: Register at Event 3/31 FREE THROW/3 POINT CHALLENGE Register at Event 4/5-4/6 4-PERSON GOLF SCRAMBLE 2/28-4/1 at Noon (register online) 4/8 3v3 SOCCER TOURNAMENT 4/6 at 7 p.m. SWRC Arena 2/28-4/6 at Noon (register online) 4/8-4/10 CO-REC DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT 3/14-4/13 at Noon (register online) 4/15 INDICATES ACTIVITY COUNTS TOWARD IFC/PANHELLENIC CUP STANDINGS. 16 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 17

10 SPORT CLUBS SPORT CLUBS offers 41 different clubs. Sport Clubs are competitive in nature and provide an opportunity for participation, skill development and leadership. Teams compete against other universities both regionally and nationally. All skill levels are encouraged to join. If EVENT DATE TIME LOCATION you are interested in becoming part of the Sport Clubs program, visit the Sport Clubs page at recsports.ufl.edu for more information. RACQUETBALL TOURNAMENT WOMEN S ULTIMATE FRISBEE TOURNAMENT JAN JAN 15 SWRC SW FIELDS MEN S RUGBY VS. SOUTH CAROLINA JAN 29 2 p.m. SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING VS. UGA JAN FL POOL CLUB LISTING Badminton Baseball Bowling Competitive Cheerleading Fencing Handball Ice Hockey Judo Rugby (M, W) Sailing Skimboarding Soccer (M, W) Tennis Tri-Gators Ultimate Frisbee (M, W) Underwater Hockey WOMEN S ULTIMATE WINTER CLASSIC MEN S RUGBY VS. GEORGIA SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING VS. LINDENWOOD MEN S LACROSSE VS. PBAU SOFTBALL VS. EMBRY-RIDDLE JAN FEB 5 FEB FEB 12 FEB p.m. 4 p.m. TBA SW FIELDS FL POOL SOFTBALL COMPLEX Crew Kendo Softball Volleyball (M, W) FENCING GREEN GATOR TOURNAMENT FEB SWRC COURTS 5&6 Cricket Cuong Nhu Cycling Equestrian Lacrosse (M, W) Racquetball Rock Climbing Roller Hockey (M) Surfing Synchronized Swimming Table Tennis Tae Kwon Do Wakeboarding Water Polo (M, W) Wrestling MEN S ULTIMATE FLORIDA WARMUP UNDERWATER HOCKEY TOURNAMENT SAILING OLD SOUTH REGATTA FEB FEB FEB SW FIELDS FL POOL LAKE WAUBURG NORTH PARK SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING VS. CANISUIS FEB FL POOL MEN S LACROSSE VS. TENNESSEE FEB 27 NOON FLORIDA CREW CLASSIC MAR 5 NEWNAN S LAKE MEN S LACROSSE VS. BOSTON UNIVERSITY MAR 15 7 p.m. MEN S LACROSSE VS. CHICO STATE MAR 18 7 p.m. MEN S LACROSSE VS. WASHINGTON MAR 21 7 p.m. SOFTBALL VS. FSU MAR TBA SOFTBALL COMPLEX MEN S LACROSSE VS. LINDENWOOD APR 1 7 p.m. MEN S RUGBY VS. KENNESAW STATE APR 2 2 p.m. MEN S & WOMEN S SOCCER ALUMNI WEEKEND APR 8-10 SW FIELDS MEN S LACROSSE VS. FSU APR 15 8 p.m. UVS OR LACROSSE STADIUM A complete list of Sport Clubs Home Events may be found on the Sport Clubs page at recsports.ufl.edu. Results will be posted following the event along with game summaries and recaps. Be there to cheer on your fellow Gators this Spring! 18 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 19

11 SPORT CLUBS SPOTLIGHT BOWLING COACH MICHAEL PAIVA The University of Florida bowling club has performed at a high level since its birth in Led by Coach Michael Paiva, the bowling club has sent a women s team to nationals 20 times and a men s team 18 times. The travel team competes in United States Bowling Congress collegiate sponsored events in cities including, Orlando, Las Vegas, Indianapolis and Chattanooga. The team also hosts the Florida Baker Shootout every fall semester, which brings in collegiate teams from across the country. Coach Paiva competed for the University of Florida team in the late 1970 s, took over coaching duties in 1983 and is in his 22nd season coaching. He has six nationally recognized coaching certifications and has served time on the National Collegiate Coaches Board, as well as having been part of the coaching staff for the Columbian youth national team. He is one of the premier bowling gurus in the country and continues to pass on his expertise to University of Florida student-athletes. SPORT CLUBS COACH s CORNER SYNCH OR SWIM Combining swimming, dance and gymnastics, synchronized swimming is a sport that calls for athletes with strength, flexibility, creativity and breath control. Routines are choreographed to music and consist of elaborate moves on, above and under the water. Synchronized swimmers can spend up to one minute under water while at the same time keeping in rhythm with the music and staying suspended in the water. A synchronized swimming routine, four minutes in length, is similar to running a marathon while holding your breath, all of which is done while smiling brightly at a group of judges. The University of Florida Synchronized Swimming Club knows exactly what it takes to perform at a high level. The University of Florida Synchronized Swimming Club competes against club and varsity teams across the country. The club has won the Club Sports National Championship for synchronized swimming the past two years. Last year, the club placed seventh in the country, beating many varsity programs. Last year, Allison Baker, Elise Foreit and Alceste Laurenti were named All-American swimmers. Allison Baker and Alceste Laurenti went to trials for the national team. Both swimmers trained with the National Team at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. Allison Baker had the opportunity to compete with the national team this summer at the China Open. The Synchronized Swimming coach is a former National Team Member and also a national champion at Ohio State University. Club members also have had the opportunity to compete at Senior Nationals, the most elite meet in the country. The club has been consistently successful and has set the standard for excellence in the program. ALCESTE LAURENTI President and All-American Q: What do you like most about synchro? A: I like the family aspect of synchro the best. Each girl is a sister to me and our coach is like our second mom. It is a great bonding sport! Q: Do you have a fun/interesting story to share about synchro? A: When training with the National Team earlier this year, I must say my experience at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs was it. It was one of the most rigorous practice schedules I have ever had, but also I had a blast! Being at that level of a sport is amazing and breathtaking. ALLISON BAKER Internal Vice President and All-American Q: Describe the rigorous practices that synchronized swimmers must endure in order to compete at such a high level: A: It s very hard to prepare routines that are difficult, innovative and entertaining enough to move ahead of teams that have beat us in the past. We do not know what our competitors are planning until we see them compete and then it is up to the judges to decide who impressed them more. In a typical practice we will stretch and do a few exercises on the pool deck before getting in the pool to swim laps. Then we usually work on a few general drills and then begin working on our routines. We even practice outside of the pool twice a week in the Group Fitness rooms for stretching, cardio and strength exercises. We also do a lot of land drills, which is the way we work on routines on land using just our arms. Q: What moments are the most special to you as a coach? What moments in your career as a player have been the most special? A: We had some very successful teams in the past and one of the most exciting events was at collegiate nationals where we just missed out on making the television finals. Although we did not make the finals, it was our best finish and an exciting experience. However, an even more satisfying accomplishment is that our teams have been successful on the lanes, but most importantly we ve been successful in the classroom. We ve consistently had bowlers selected to the academic All-American teams. Q: Who was the most influential person in your life that helped you develop your skills that you continue to pass on to your players? A: There have been many people who have been influential, but the one who convinced me to start coaching was Mike Walker. Mike was involved with the local bowling community, having served as president of the local men s bowling association, as well as managing a local bowling center for several years. Dick Ritger, a former professional bowler, taught one of the first seminars I attended and he had a big influence in what I teach. USA Bowling s coaching certification program had a major influence as well. I was selected as one of the coaches to attend the first program, which was taught by Fred Borden (head coach of Team USA) and I ve adopted several of his coaching techniques. Q: What does your team do in a typical practice? A: Our practices are split up to focus on different things. At the beginning of the year we emphasize techniques and drills, such as how to make adjustments, getting the proper balance and leverage and spare making. One of the days we focus mostly on team aspects and work on getting the team to function as one. Q: What has been the most unique atmosphere in another city that you have competed in? A: We ve bowled several years in tournaments in Las Vegas and the city has an electric atmosphere and definitely is a unique place. Another city is St. Louis. For years we bowled in the St. Louis tournament, which was held during Thanksgiving weekend. It was a time the team really bonded because we drove and thus everyone was together in vans for 16 hours. Additionally, we had more free time than other events and would visit the arch, as well as the Bowling Hall of Fame Museum (which used to be located in St. Louis). Q: What do you like most about the sport of bowling? A: Although many people do not realize it, bowling requires a lot of coordination and effort to be one of the best. It has always been said that anyone can bowl and this is true, but the sport can also be difficult to master. I like the fact that it allows someone to become a good bowler, even if they have not been successful in other sports. Q: What is the most challenging thing about being a coach? A: Each group of bowlers creates different challenges and often finding the right balance for creating team chemistry can be challenging. The second most challenging aspect is convincing everyone to have confidence in his or her ability. Many times bowlers will start second guessing themselves and they just need to have trust and confidence. 20 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 21

12 NORTH PARK MONDAY TUESDAY - THURSDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY LAKE WAUBURG ONE OF UF S BEST KEPT SECRETS Lake Wauburg is located just eight miles south of the University of Florida campus on the east side of US 441 (13th Street). Lake Wauburg North Park and South Shore offer students, faculty and staff a place to relax while enjoying the great outdoors. Admission and activities are free with a valid Gator 1 Card. Gator 1 Cardholders may bring up to four guests. CLOSED NOON - 5:30 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. SOUTH SHORE MONDAY TUESDAY - THURSDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY ADJUSTED HOURS: CLOSED 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Beginning March 13 (Daylight Savings) the parks will begin closing at 6 p.m. Closed on Martin Luther King Day Closed for Spring Break, Saturday, March 5, 2011 through Friday, March 11, 2011 North Park will be open for regular park hours (South Shore Closed): Friday, March 4, 2011 Saturday, March 12, 2011 Sunday, March 13, 2011 Friday, April 29, 2011 Please visit the LAKE WAUBURG page at recsports.ufl.edu to view adjusted park hours for holidays and university breaks. North Park & South Shore offer a variety of games that may be checked out for use in the parks. You and your friends can enjoy a game of bocce ball, cornhole, croquet, horseshoes, ladder golf or washers along with many more activities to pass the time while enjoying a sunny Florida day and grilling out at Lake Wauburg. HIGHLIGHTS: SAILING AND CLIMBING WALL LEARN TO SAIL The lake offers multiple types of sailboats including Sunfish, Lasers and Hobie Cats. All you need to get on the water is a sailing card. In order to get a sailing card you must: Take a written test - a study guide is available at recsports.ufl.edu to learn the different parts of the boat and techniques Take a swim test Take a practical test The tests take approximately two to three hours and are available at North Park during normal operating hours Tuesday through Friday. LEARN TO BELAY Lake Wauburg is offering hands on, instructional training, to teach belay technique. The course takes approximately two hours and is available at the South Shore Climbing Wall: Tuesdays - Fridays at 1:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Six people total per class Call (352) to sign-up for a course EVENTS GATOR HOUR AT THE ALPINE TOWER COME CLIMB WITH US! Saturday, April 2, p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ALPINE TOWER CHALLENGE COURSE DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT SOUTH SHORE SHOWDOWN Saturday, February 26, 2011 Gates open 9 a.m. Tee off 10 a.m. Students with valid Gator 1 Card - Free Staff with a current Gator 1 Card - $20 22 // DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU \\ 23

13 RECSPORTS.UFL.EDU 2011 UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA. DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS. DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS.