Class Descriptions

This unique class concentrates on strength and stabilization of muscles while increasing flexibility and energizing the body.

All fitness levels are welcome.

Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

This Advanced yoga class will go through the Yoga poses that challenge both the body and mind, pushing you beyond physical limits.These complex postures often demand greater strength, balance, flexibility, and mental focus. Through consistent practice, patience, and mindful breathing, you can gradually overcome these challenges, building resilience and unlocking new levels of strength and confidence. 

This class is designed for intermediate to advanced Yoga levels.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Connect mind and body through Yoga Flow. This class is great for beginners and those seeking the mental benefits of yoga.

All fitness levels are welcome.

Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Combine traditional yoga poses and a high-intensity workout in Power Yoga. This fast-paced class is great for fitness enthusiasts and experienced yoga fanatics. 

All fitness levels are welcome. 

Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Restorative Yoga is a class focused on healing and relaxation. Come to class to unwind before or after a long day of work and class. Holding poses for a longer duration, along with the use of breath and support of props, allows participants to bring deep relaxation to the physical, mental, and emotional body. 

All fitness levels are welcome. 

Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Barre is an upbeat hybrid-workout class that involves elements of ballet, pilates, yoga, and strength training. This class is meant to elongate and strengthen your body, creating toned muscles. 

All fitness levels are welcome.

Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Body Pump™ is a barbell workout for anyone looking to get lean and fit – fast. Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, Body Pump gives you a total body workout. Instructors will coach you through the scientifically proven moves and techniques pumping out encouragement, motivation, and results all to the beat of your favorite songs!

All fitness levels are welcome.

Bring water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Les Mills BODYSTEP is an energetic, full-body step aerobics workout that uses a height-adjustable step platform and simple, athletic movements to elevate your heart rate and sculpt your muscles. Set to upbeat music, the class blends cardio conditioning with lower-body shaping and core work. 

All fitness levels are welcome.

Arrive 10 minutes early and bring a water bottle.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Body Combat is a non-contact, mixed martial arts-inspired workout that fuels cardio fitness and conditions your whole body. Define and strengthen your upper and lower body while increasing your overall speed and fitness. Feel empowered and in control as you punch out stress, kick down goals and build phenomenal core strength. 

All fitness levels are welcome. 

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

High-energy athletic cardio.
No equipment. 

LES MILLS BODYATTACK® is a high-energy, athletic workout focused on cardio fitness, muscle endurance and agility. It combines sports-inspired training like running, lunging, and jumping with body weight strength exercises. You will leave feeling stronger so you can attack every day with confidence. 

LES MILLS BODYATTACK® is available as 30-55 minute sessions available.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

Calm your mind, strengthen your body, and improve your flexibility.
Equipment provided. 

Ideal for anyone and everyone, LES MILLS BODYBALANCE™ is a new generation yoga workout that will improve your mind, your body, and your life.

Set to the perfect soundtrack, you can expect to bend and stretch through a series of simple yoga moves, with elements of Tai Chi and Pilates. Breathing control is a part of all the exercises, and instructors will always provide options for those just getting started.

Whether you’re experienced with yoga, just starting out, or looking for something to complement your other workouts, BODYBALANCE will leave you feeling rejuvenated, calm, centered and focused.

BODYBALANCE is available as a 30-55 minute workout.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

High-energy, martial arts-inspired training.
No equipment.

LES MILLS BODYCOMBAT™ is a non-contact, mixed martial arts-inspired workout that fuels cardio fitness and conditions your whole body. Define and strengthen your upper and lower body while increasing your overall speed and fitness. Feel empowered and in control as you punch out stress, kick down goals and build phenomenal core strength.

BODYCOMBAT is available as a 30-55 minute workout.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

Total body strength training - the original barbell workout.
Equipment provided.  

LES MILLS BODYPUMP™ is a scientifically-backed barbell workout using light to moderate weights and high reps to build strength and get you fit – fast.

Using a LES MILLS SMARTBAR and SMARTSTEP, you'll work all your major muscles as you increase aerobic fitness and build strength. The encouragement, motivation, and great music you get in a BODYPUMP class will leave you feeling energized, confident and powerful, while getting you fitter, faster.

Challenge yourself with 15 to 55-minute workouts designed to target every muscle in your body, no matter what level you are.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

Inspired ballet movements, modern music, and a beautiful burn.
Equipment provided. 

LES MILLS BARRE™ is a classical ballet-inspired workout that combines graceful movements with modern music to shape postural muscles and build full body strength. Feel elegant, strong, and focused as you combine cardio and strength with high reps of small range-of-motion movements and light weights.

LES MILLS BARRE is available as a 15 - 45 minute workout.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

The scientific core workouts for strength and athletic performance.
Equipment provided. 

LES MILLS CORE™ is 360 degrees of pure core, but not as you know it. LES MILLS CORE is an innovative workout that will transform the muscles of your torso, hips, and glutes into a powerhouse of support for the rest of your body. Scientifically tested to improve your stability, elevate speed, and assist with injury prevention, you will feel strong, agile and connected after each workout.

Available as 15-45 minute workouts that combine bodyweight exercises, optional weight plates and bands.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

High-intensity interval training.
Equipment provided. 

LES MILLS GRIT is the next generation of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Combining hard-hitting soundtracks and the latest scientifically-tested moves that will push your body and mind to their absolute limits. Develop anaerobic stamina, increase cardiovascular fitness and build strength.

LES MILLS GRIT will shift your fitness to the next level in only 30-minutes. Choose from:

GRIT Strength uses barbells, plates, and bodyweight exercises to make you strong and unbelievably fit.

GRIT Cardio uses bodyweight exercises with a focus on speed and intensity to rapidly improve your anaerobic and cardiovascular fitness.

GRIT Athletic uses a bench combined with bodyweight exercises and other multi-dimensional sports conditioning training to enhance your overall athletic performance.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

The fun, insanely addictive way to learn new dance moves.
No equipment.

LES MILLS SH’BAM™ is an addictive dance workout where anything goes, and everything is encouraged. Move with the squad to the latest tracks, lift your cardio and improve your coordination.SH’BAM is the perfect way to learn cutting-edge moves and make it your own workout. 

Available as a 30–45 minute workout.

How to access Les Mills on Demand Classes: 

1. Use the green button to begin.
2. Click on the orange button to find your class.
3. Scroll down to find your class in the specific format category.
4. Click on the orange button to begin the workout.

• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Getting Started
• Video Guide: Les Mills at St. Paul Gym: Selecting the class for you

When: All hours St. Paul Gym is open (not available during preschedule group fitness classes)

Where: St. Paul Gym, 2nd floor studio

Sign-Up/Preregistration: None

We offer free on Demand Les Mills classes at St. Paul Gym. Members can use the 2nd floor studio to access the classes any time the room is not reserved. Selection tablet, TV, and all fitness equipment is provided in the room.

This full body workout uses high work-to-rest ratios to get the most out of workouts.

This is a high-level workout, but all fitness levels are welcome.

Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Cardio Dance is a combination of different dance fitness classes that will get participants sweating while having a great time jamming out to music. Go, dance, have a good time, and you’ll get a great workout in! 

Open to all fitness levels. 

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

This functional strength training workout will target all the major muscle groups, especially the core.   The strength workout is followed with a full body stretch that will leave all of your muscles feeling strong and flexible!  

All fitness levels are welcome.

Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba^® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. 

All fitness levels are welcome.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

Join us during the warmer months for Outdoor Group Fitness Classes at the Fitness Court on Superblock! These all-levels circuit training sessions are designed around the NFC court equipment to provide a fun, full-body workout in the fresh air—no matter your fitness experience.  

No pre-registration required.  All fitness levels are welcome.  Free for everyone.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings. 

Take cardio fitness to the next level by biking through a series of drills and games in this class. Adjustable resistance makes this class perfect for all fitness levels.

All fitness levels are welcome.

Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.

This rhythm based cycle class would be a 45 minute ride along to the beat of the music. Differing from a power based cycle class, participants' cadence would match the tempo of the music as intensity levels shift from one song to the next. Unlike the traditional cycle class currently taught at RecWell, this class could feature an upper body workout utilizing the different positioning and movements a cycle bike offers.

All fitness levels are welcome.

Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.

1. Before registering, ensure you have a current semester FitPass.
2. Register for class. A FitPass must be purchased prior to registration.

Class availability changes each term. Please refer to our group fitness schedule to view current offerings.