Fitness Classes Are Back!
Looking for a fun way to stay active, relieve stress, and connect with other students?
We are excited to reintroduce our Group Fitness Classes, available FREE for all Nipissing University students (all students are required to show their Nipissing student card to enter the RJS Athletics Centre).
Whether you're looking to dance, sweat, stretch, strengthen, or simply try something new, there's a class for you.
Classes May Include:
- Zumba - is a high-energy, dance-based fitness program
- Zumba Lift - music-driven fitness program that merges traditional high-energy Zumba dance cardio with dedicated strength-training intervals
- Dance Fitness - structured exercise program that combines full-body aerobic movement and conditioning with the rhythm and fun of dancing to music
- Cardio Kickboxing - is a high-energy group fitness class that combines martial arts and boxing moves with fast paced aerobic exercise
- Bootcamp - is a high-energy group fitness session that combines strength training, cardio, and endurance exercises into a single fast-paced routine
- Yoga - is a mind-body practice that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote overall well-being
- Mat Pilates - low-impact exercise routine done on a flow mat that uses your own body weight to build core strength and flexibility
And More!
Why Join?
- No cost for Nipissing students
- No registration required
- All fitness levels welcome
- Great way to meet new people and stay active
How It Works
Classes take place in the Robert J. Surtees Student Athletics Centre fitness studios (Fitness Studio #1 or #2). Simply show up and join in!
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please wear appropriate athletic clothing and clean indoor shoes. Participants attending yoga classes should bring their own mat.
Fall 2026 Schedule
| Time of Day |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
LUNCH
12pm - 1pm |
BOOTCAMP
w/ Keshia
Fitness Room #1
ZUMBA LIFT
w/ Sarah C
Fitness Room #2 |
DANCE FITNESS
w/ Andrea
Fitness Room #1
YOGA
w/ Sarah T
Fitness Room #2 |
BOOTCAMP
w/Keshia
Fitness Room #1 |
DANCE FITNESS
w/ Helen
Fitness Room #1
YOGA
W/ Sarah T
Fitness Room # 2 |
LATE AFTERNOON
3pm - 4pm |
YOGA
w/ Aura
Fitness Room #2
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EARLY EVENING
4pm - 5pm |
SCULPT & STRETCH
w/ Aura
Fitness Room #2
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DANCE FITNESS
w/ Helen
Fitness Room #1 |
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Class schedules are subject to change due to special events, facility availability, and instructor availability. Please check the whiteboard in the Athletics Centre lobby or follow @nipissingulakers on social media for updates and cancellations.
