Falcon Fitness
Let's Stay Active and Stay Well Together!
Make movement a fun part of your everyday life with Group X! Our encouraging, certified fitness instructors are here to support you with your fitness & well-being goals! There is something for everyone – find a class that fits you and enjoy movement in a fun, motivational environment! With an unlimited Group X pass, you can attend any class on the schedule, which means lots of opportunity to unleash the power of physical activity:
- More energy and better focus
- Improvement in mood and self-esteem
- Relief from stress and anxiety
- Improved sleep
- Enhanced health and mental well-being
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Patrons and guests with disabilities are requested to indicate if special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications are needed to fully participate. Contact Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495 prior to the activity.
Fall 2025 Group Exercise Passes
Starting 10/20, mid-semester reduced pricing:
- Students/SRC Members: $18
- Faculty/Staff/Retiree/Senior: $30
- SRC Non-Members: Regular Price: $42
Individual Day Pass: Access all classes for one day: $5
Try your first class for free! Use promo code GroupXF25 to receive one free Group Exercise Day pass.
Purchase your pass at the Rec Center Welcome Desk, or
Faculty and staff, payroll deduction options are availalbe for Group Exercise memberships!
Fall Semester 2025 Group Fitness Schedule:
August 25 – December 12, 2025
Once a pass is purchased, Group Exercise members can reserve a spot in a fitness class up to a week in advance. Registering for fitness classes in advance is not required, but will ensure your spot in the class.
NOTE: All classes are FREE to ALL December 8-12!
| Day | Class |
Time | Instructor | Location |
| Monday | BODYPUMP™ | 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Sam | Studio B |
| Monday | Pilates | 3:00 - 3:45 PM | Lauren | Studio B |
| Monday | Cycle | 5:30 - 6:15 PM |
Shannon | Studio A |
| Monday | BODYPUMP™ | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Theresa | Studio B |
| Monday | Zumba | 6:30 - 7:15 PM |
Alli | Studio A |
| Monday | Slow Burn Yoga | 6:45 - 7:45 PM |
Rebekah | Studio B |
| Tuesday | Functional Strength | 6:30 - 7:15 AM | Matthew | Functional Training Studio |
| Tuesday | Cycle & Core | 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Karyn | Studio A |
| Tuesday | Les Mills CORE™ | 4:30 - 5:00 PM | Theresa | Studio B |
| Tuesday | *Aqua Zumba | 5:30 - 6:15 PM | Shannon | Cooper Pool |
| Tuesday | WERQ Dance Fitness | 6:00 - 6:45 PM | Claire | Studio B |
| Tuesday | Strength Circuits | 7:00 - 7:45 PM | Chloe | Studio B |
| Wednesday | BODYPUMP™ | 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Jodi | Studio B |
| Wednesday | Pilates | 3:00 - 3:45 PM | Lauren | Studio B |
| Wednesday | BODYPUMP™ | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Theresa | Studio B |
| Wednesday | Zumba | 6:30 - 7:15 PM | Alli | Studio A |
| Wednesday | Vinyasa Flow Yoga | 6:45-7:45 PM | Rebekah | Studio B |
| Wednesday | Express Cardio & Core | 7:30 - 8:00 PM | Alli | Studio A |
| Thursday | Functional Strength | 6:30 - 7:15 AM | Matthew | Functional Training Studio |
| Thursday | HIIT Cardio & Core | 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Sarah | Studio B |
| Thursday | Express Core Yoga | 4:30 - 5:00 PM | Rebekah | Studio B |
| Thursday | Les Mills CORE™ | 5:15 - 5:45 PM | Theresa | Studio B |
| Thursday | Cycle | 6:00 - 6:45 PM | Shannon | Studio A |
| Thursday | BODYBALANCE™ | 6:00 - 6:45 PM | Theresa | Studio B |
| Thursday | Strength Circuits | 7:00 - 7:45 PM | Chloe | Studio B |
| Friday | Pilates | 8:30 - 9:15 AM | Lauren | Studio B |
| Friday | Buti Yoga | 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Claire | Studio B |
| Friday | Functional Strength | 12:00 - 12:45 PM | Chloe | Functional Training Studio |
| Saturday | Slow Flow Yoga | 10:15 - 11:00 AM | Kate | Studio B |
| Saturday | Barre | 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Sylvie | Studio B |
| Sunday | Vinyasa Flow Yoga | 4:00 - 4:45 PM | Kendal | Studio B |
| Sunday | BODYPUMP™ | 5:00 - 6:00 PM | Theresa | Studio B |
A Group X pass provides unlimited access to our Group Exercise classes for the current academic semester.
- Students/SRC Members: $30
- Faculty/Staff/Retiree/Senior: $50
- SRC Non-Members: $70
Yes, we offer an Individual Day Pass which provides unlimited access to all our Group Exercise classes offered on the day of purchase.
- Individual Day Pass: $5
Guests can purchase an Individual Day Pass for $5 at the SRC Welcome Desk.
Free Week is the first week of the current academic semester.
- All classes are free to everyone
- Pre-registration is not required, but encouraged using the MyRec Portal
- No Group X membership required to participate
Passes can be purchased at the Student Recreation Center Welcome Desk, through the BGSU RecWell app for iPhone or android, or online using the MyRec portal. BGSU faculty & staff are eligible to purchase continuning Group X passes using payroll deduction. Learn more about payroll deduction.
- BGSU Students, Faculty & Staff: When logging in, select ‘BGSU MyRec Login’ and use your BGSU username and password.
- Community Members: Use the white box labeled ‘email or username’ and log in using your assigned username and password.
- First time community members need to have an account created before using the portal. Please complete the Rec Center Account Form to have your account created and a staff member will send a follow-up email with your login information
- Once logged-in, select the “Membership & Passes” icon. Select ‘SRC GroupX Unlimited Pass’ to attend unlimited fitness classes for the entire semester. If you are interested in attending classes for just one day, select the ‘SRC Day – GroupX’.
Once a pass is purchased, Group X members can reserve a spot in a fitness class up to a week in advance. Registering for fitness classes in advance is not required, but will ensure your spot in the class. Group X members can pre-register for classes using the MyRec Portal following the steps below:
- Select 'Fitness' then 'Group Fitness', from the upper left drop-down menu
- Select desired Group Exercise class
- Highlight preferred date and corresponding class time with cursor then click “Select”
- The button should update to “Selected” with a checkmark. Once this occurs, click on the brown “Register” button below.
- On the next screen, click appropriate payment option then proceed to click “Proceed to Checkout”
- Confirm registration details and click “Checkout”
- Attend your fitness class and enjoy!
You can cancel your registration by logging into the MyRec Portal and following the steps below.
- Select sign in from the top right-hand corner
- Log in with your credentials
- Once logged in, select your username in the top right-hand corner and click “Profile”
- On the next screen, select “Program Registrations” located on the left-hand side of the screen under your profile and ID number
- Click on the three vertical dots, select “Cancel Registration” from the drop-down menu
- Select “Confirm” on the following screen to finalize cancellation.
Learn more about directions to the Student Recreation Center and parking options.
Once you purchase a Group X pass, a fob is provided for access. Participants may enter through our main entrance (where the SRC Welcome Desk is) or at our secondary entrance (at the back door connected to Lot X). If you purchase your pass online, you can stop at the SRC Welcome Desk to receive your fob.
Our Group X classes occur in our fitness studios located in the basement of our facility. We have Studio A, B and a Functional Training room. You can view a building map on this webpage by scrolling down to the facility spaces section: Student Recreation Center. The Lower Level II section provides a map of our studios.
Participants must be at least 14 years of age or older to participate in a Group X class. Children ages 14-15 must be accompanied in class by a parent/guardian Group Exercise passholder.
As part of BGSU’s well-being program, these are free movement sessions available to BGSU faculty, staff, students and SRC members. A Group X membership is not needed to participate in these classes.
Please email Karyn Smith at karync@bgsu.edu
General Information
Prior to attending a class, review all the rules and regulations and helpful tips below that are designed to provide the safest environment possible. Group X participants are also responsible to observe all Student Recreation Center and Recreation and Wellness Rules and Regulations.
- Studio capacity is limited.
- Participants are encouraged to clean equipment before and after use.
- Patrons are encouraged to bring their own mat, workout towel and water bottle. Yoga class, participants are encouraged to bring their own mat, blocks & straps, although these items are also provided in the studio.
Strength Classes
BODYPUMP™ - Transform your body with a breakthrough in resistance workout training, focusing on low weight loads and high repetition movements to challenge all major muscle groups. Burn fat, gain strength and quickly produce lean body muscle conditioning during squats, presses, lifts and curls. With great music, a choice of weight and highly-trained instructors, you can get the results you’ve been looking for!
- Improves strength and general fitness
- Shape and tone muscles
- Protects bones and joints
- Up to 800 repetitions each workshop
- Feel confident and GET IN SHAPE FAST!
An express 30-minute class of the original Les Mills BODYPUMP barbell class. Using light to moderate weights, while performing high repetitions to upbeat music – it is a fun & motivating experience to increase strength & tone all major muscle groups.
Stronger core, stronger everything! Les Mills CORE is a scientific core workout to build strength, stability and endurance in the muscles that support your core, improve balance, assist injury prevention, and become better at everything you do.
This high-energy class will keep you moving through multiple different exercises. Each class contains a rotation of several exercises, each targeting a different muscle group. This is a quick, effective, full-body workout for varying levels!
Get ready to move with purpose in our Functional Training class — a dynamic, full-body workout that blends strength training, cardio intervals, and TRX suspension training for maximum results. This high-energy class is designed to improve everyday movement, boost endurance, and build lean muscle using a mix of strength equipment (dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands), cardio machines (rowers, bikes, treadmills), and TRX systems.
Whether you're pushing sleds, mastering bodyweight movements, or crushing intervals, each session is structured to challenge all fitness levels while improving stability, mobility, and power. Expect variety, intensity, and expert coaching every time you show up. Classes will be held in the Functional Training space with a class capacity of 8 individuals.
Perfect for anyone looking to build functional strength, increase cardiovascular capacity, and improve total-body performance.
Looking for total body strength and cardio in one class? Total Body Burn is the class for you! Try this High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) circuit class designed to deliver a fun, calorie burning sweat session. The class utilizes body weight, exercise equipment, and cardio moves for a total body workout. The exercise equipment utilized includes: free weights, kettlebells, and TRX® suspension training equipment.
An innovative exercise tool that helps build lean muscle, boost metabolism, tighten the core and increase endurance. This is a body weight workout that encourages "All Core All the Time!"
Benefits:
- Functional
- Maximize training time
- Weight bearing
- Improve balance
- Increase core strength
- Unlimited versatility
- IT’S FUN!!!
When TRX classes are offered they are included on the Group X schedule and additional fees do not apply! Purchase a Group X pass at the Student Recreation Center or Perry Field House Welcome Desk. TRX® Suspension Training is held in the Functional Training Zone.
Falcon Fitness offers private, individualized TRX® Suspension Training. Prices are based on personal training fees.
For More Information Contact Karyn Smith at 419.372.9309 or karync@bgsu.edu
Change the way you train! Learn more at www.trxtraining.com.
This 30-minute express class incorporates simple, repetitive mat-based movements to engage and strengthen your muscles. You'll enjoy a gentle yet effective workout designed to increase muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility, leading to improved posture, balance, and confidence. This class is suitable for all levels.
This mat-based workout focuses on core strength, flexibility, balance, and full body strengthening. This class incorporates props such as light hand weights, the mini ball, ankle weights, and the Pilates magic circle ring to increase strength and range of motion.
Build strength with this dance, Pilates, and functional fitness fusion class. Barre offers a little bit of everything; including planks, pulses, holds, and unique equipment to ensure a whole body, kick-butt workout!
Mind & Body Classes
This class provides a fresh, dynamic twist to your usual yoga experience. Try Buti Yoga for a fun, empowering class that combines power yoga with cardio-intensive West African dance moves and primal movement to sculpt long, lean muscles. Leave class feeling proud, strong, and sweaty.
(All Levels/Intermediate) Energize your yoga practice with this dynamic Ashtanga-based Vinyasa flow using breath and movement to sync mind and body. Each fast-paced, exhilarating session concludes with the freedom to explore your 'freestyle flow,' promoting physical strength and mental resilience utilizing Sun Salutation A, B, and "C" or main flow.
(All Levels/Intermediate) Build heat slowly and move your body with ease, enjoying a deeper stretch with less resistance while strengthening your core to support your back. To get the most out of this class, close your eyes to embark upon a journey within, improve your listening skills, and build trust with your body and mind.
A more traditional side of yoga, this class will work on balancing, aligning, and strengthen your mind, body, and breath. This is a great class for both beginners and veteran yogis alike. Move through different poses, while staying in tune with your breath.
A peaceful, relaxing experience! Gentle yoga poses, slow flows and restorative poses practiced by the soft warm glow of candles and calming music.
Using a variety of stretching methods (active and passive stretching) this class focuses on the breath and releasing tension throughout the body. It is great for improving flexibility, range of motion, posture, while reducing muscle tension and tightness.
Ideal for anyone and everyone, LES MILLS BODYBALANCE® is a new generation yoga class that will improve your mind, your body and your life. You can expect to bend and stretch through a series of simple yoga moves, elements of Tai Chi and Pilates while an inspiring soundtrack plays in the background.
Cardio Classes
This shallow water aqua class combines cardio and strength training that is low impact and easy on the joints. Instructors guide you through various exercises while utilizing aqua equipment and resistance from the water to provide a fun, full body workout! All fitness levels welcome.
Join Falcon Fitness for a “pool” party! This aqua class integrates a cardio dance formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness disciplines. This fun dance class blends it all together into a safe, challenging, water-based workout that is cardio conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, enjoyable!
A step based class combining cardio with toning exercises on and off the step board for all ages. This is a great way to increase co-ordination, build fitness and introduce cardio into your workout as well as tone up different muscle groups in one session. For ages: 14-99
WERQ® is a fiercely fun dance fitness workout class based on pop, rock, and hip-hop music taught by Certified Fitness Professionals. The signature WERQ® warmup previews the dance steps used throughout class, so you’ll feel rockstar-ready by the end of class! The signature WERQ™ cool-down focuses on balance and yoga inspired poses to help the body stretch effectively after WERQing it.
Join the Falcon Fitness Dance party! Zumba® fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a high-energy, calorie blasting, total body cardio dance workout. It provides a great mix of Latin flavor and international beats designed to tone and sculpt your entire body while dancing your workout away!
Join Dr. Sarah Rainey-Smithback for an upbeat cardio drumming session - a high-energy, fun way to enjoy your body, build community, and enjoy new music! Sessions are appropriate for ALL bodies and fitness levels, no experience necessary, and can even be done in a chair.
Cycle your way to increased cardiovascular fitness! This 45-minute class focuses on increasing strength and improving your cardiovascular system. Work your way through hills, jumps, sprints, and climbs with high-energy music to become a stronger you!
High Intensity Interval Training Cardio & Core incorporates elements of strength training with the benefits of increased cardio training. Includes various equipment and techniques such as circuits, plyometrics, TRX, resistance bands, weights, tabata and more. You are sure to get that heart rate up and leave with a full body workout!
This 30-minute express class blends standing and mat-based movements, alternating between cardio drills, such as high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and various core exercises, including Pilates-inspired moves, resistance band work, and optional weights to sculpt and strengthen the core.
Updated: 12/04/2025 11:35AM