Are you interested in taking a deeper dive into your health or looking for a unique way to enhance your personal well-being? Our specialty class series allow participants to explore new, exciting, and specific trends in the fitness and wellness realm. Series are intended to challenge each individual through progressive classes/workouts and maintain motivation by connecting with other like-minded individuals that have similar well-being interests and goals. Whether you are looking to establish a sturdy foundation of movement, incorporate breathwork or subtle body training, or just want to shake up your routine - our specialty class series is guaranteed to take your health to new heights!
These classes require pre-registration. Classes, pricing, and registration information can be found below. Feel free to email us at healthy@rice.edu with any questions or comments.
Please fill out the Specialty Classes registration form before purchasing a series: Specialty Classes - Registration Form
Qigong Series | Fall of 2024
Feel healthier, optimize your energy, and reduce the stress in your life! The ancient art of qigong can be practiced by anybody at any age and includes mindful, flowing movement, breath work, and simple meditations to stimulate physical, mental, and spiritual growth. In this introductory specialty series, you can expect to master fundamental postures and movements and deepen your understanding of subtle energy flow.
Space is limited; Register today!
- Class: Qigong Series
- Location: Mind/Body and Recovery Studio
- Price: Rice Recreation Members: $150; Non-Members: $180
- Session: September 10 - December 19
- Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
Participants who withdraw 7 or more days prior to the start of class may receive a full refund, minus a $10 administration fee. Late refund requests will not be granted. If the Qigong Series cannot run as planned, full refunds will be issued to all participants.
For questions about the program, please contact Andrew Wright, aw112@rice.edu or Dr. Anatolia Vick-Kregel, av82@rice.edu.
Busy Bodies | Fall 2024
Interested in maintaining a strong, mobile body as you age? Want to live an active, pain free life? Enroll in Busy Bodies, and fight back against the natural decline in strength and flexibility that comes with aging! Busy Bodies is our brand new, slow paced, functional movement specialty class. It’s designed to help you improve balance, strength, and mobility, so you can lead the life you want!
Led by expert fitness professionals, each class in this series includes gentle assisted stretching and strength training to target core and stabilizer muscles. Busy Bodies is open to individuals of all fitness levels and activity backgrounds.
Spots are limited! Register today!
- Class: Busy Bodies
- Location: MPR 1
- Price: Rice Recreation Members: $155; Non-Members: $185
- Session: September 9 - December 18
- Days/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
Participants who withdraw 7 or more days prior to the start of class may receive a full refund, minus a $10 administration fee. Late refund requests will not be granted. If the Busy Bodies Program cannot run as planned, full refunds will be issued to all participants.
For questions about the program, please contact Andrew Wright, aw112@rice.edu or Dr. Anatolia Vick-Kregel, av82@rice.edu.
Self-Defense Class Series | Fall 2024
Our new self-defense series specializes in introductory self-defense, equipping all with the necessary skills to protect themselves in real-life situations. The class provides a safe and empowering environment where students, faculty, and staff can learn practical techniques to defend against various forms of physical assault and harassment. This class aims to give all participants the confidence and ability to handle potential threats with assertiveness and skill.
Spots are limited! Register today!
- Class: Self-Defense Series
- Location: MPR 2
- Price: Rice Recreation Members: $125; Non-Members: $150
- Session: September 18 - November 6
- Days/Time: Wednesdays, 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m.
About the Program Trainer
Joe Peak, our instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience in martial arts and self-defense, will guide you through various scenarios and teach you practical self-defense techniques that are easy to learn and remember. Whether you're a beginner or have previous martial arts experience, this class will help you feel stronger, more confident, and better prepared to face any situation.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
Participants who withdraw 7 or more days prior to the start of class may receive a full refund, minus a $10 administration fee. Late refund requests will not be granted. If the Self-Defense Series cannot run as planned, full refunds will be issued to all participants.
For questions about the program, please contact Andrew Wright, aw112@rice.edu or Dr. Anatolia Vick-Kregel, av82@rice.edu.
Strong! Series | Fall 2024
The Strong! Series specializes in introducing the two Olympic-style lifting exercises: the Clean & Jerk as well as the Squat Snatch. They are full-body functional movements that develop and measure strength. Under the expertise of Ukrainian national team strength coach, Andrii Hentosh, this class will coach the fundamental components with the most dynamic exercises. Develop strength and confidence in this exciting new challenge!
Spots are limited! Register today!
- Class: Strong! Series
- Location: Weight Room
- Price: Rice Recreation Members: $125; Non-Members: $150
- Session: September 20 - November 8
- Days/Time: Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
Participants who withdraw 7 or more days prior to the start of class may receive a full refund, minus a $10 administration fee. Late refund requests will not be granted. If the Self-Defense Series cannot run as planned, full refunds will be issued to all participants.
For questions about the program, please contact Andrew Wright, aw112@rice.edu or Dr. Anatolia Vick-Kregel, av82@rice.edu.