Fitness Classes
GPRC Campus Wellness Fitness Classes
As a student/staff member of GPRC, or someone from the community, you get access to a large variety of challenging and engaging fitness classes!! So take a load off from your work, your studies, grab a friend and rock your body into shape with Campus Wellness.
Fitness Calendar
Class Descriptions
Price Info
Instructor Biographies
Extra Courses & Events
Whatever your goals may be, experience many benefits with Campus Wellness Fitness Classes:
- Participate in the physical activity of your choice
- Enjoy a friendly and welcoming environment
- Get in touch with fellow GPRC staff, students & people from the community
- Enhance the overall mental, physical and emotional well-being
- Increase your self-confidence, self-esteem and reduce stress levels
- Increase your energy levels
- Feel better knowing you're maintaining an organized active lifestyle
PLEASE NOTE:
- Due to the Fitness Centre’s new Summer Operation hours, the Fitness Centre will not be opening until 8:00am, so our locker rooms and showers will not be available for use until then. However, there are showers available for use in M Wing if people wish to use those.
- Our Student Rate is valid only to GPRC Students enrolled in Spring/Summer courses.
Fitness Calendar - Updated: April 24
We will be running Group Fitness Classes through the summer months (May 8 - August 25) for all Students, GPRC Staff & the General Public. Only GPRC Students enrolled in Spring/Summer courses are eligible to receive the Fitness Class Discount.
May - August Group Fitness Calendar (Printable Version)
Group Fitness Calendar (361K)
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Class Descriptions
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RESTORATIVE YOGA: THURSDAYS |
Gentle stretching and relaxation will help rest and heal your mind, body, and spirit. Modifications, adjustments, and massage will be offered throughout the class. You will learn to focus your mind and calm your body through these flowing meditative yoga classes. Strength and flexibility will be key elements of each session and you will leave feeling peaceful and refreshed. View the calendar above for specific class costs |
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SPIN TO THE BEAT: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS |
Ride to the beat of the music as your instructor will take you on an amazing bike ride like you've never experienced, and did you know that you can burn up to 800 calories in one spin! Each class will include digs, pace rides, fast hammers, hills and of course recoveries. Spin classes are for all fitness levels, no experience necessary. |
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CYCLE 40 SPIN: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS |
This class features approximately 40 minutes of cycling for your cardio system followed by 20 minutes of core exercises and stretching. You’re sure to leave feeling stretched and accomplished. View the calendar above for specific class costs |
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REVOLUTION: MONDAYS |
Come enjoy the ride! This 60 minute class will take you through a 45 minute bike ride followed by 15 minutes of stretching to help you gain cardiovascular and flexibility benefits. Whether you are training for a specific event (e.g. road race or triathlon) or looking for health benefits this class is for you! All levels of cyclists welcome. View the calendar above for specific class costs |
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ULTIMATE BOOTCAMP: WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS |
Build muscle & blast thru plateaus! You will leave feeling energized, stress free and exhausted in the best way. The class will feature an energizing combination of various types of cardio & body sculpting using free weights, abdominal and core strengthening followed by stretching. Beginners to advanced meet in one sweaty workout – You determine how hard you work & how badly you want to see change. |
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BELLIES, BUTTS & BICEPS: WEDNESDAYS |
Exercises guaranteed to fire up and tone all of your favorite body parts. This muscle conditioning class targets your core, bum and arm muscles leaving you feeling confident and toned. View the calendar above for specific class costs |
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BEGINNER'S YOGA: TUESDAYS |
Relax and Detox with gentle yoga poses, introduction to meditation, and healing massage with the focus being on reducing stress. Great for experienced yogis or new comers looking to begin a practice; everyone is welcome. |
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SUPER SCULPT: MONDAYS |
This class focuses on muscle conditioning for a leaner, stronger body. It includes a variety of class designs incorporating strength, core and flexibility. This is a multi-level class, welcoming those new to exercise, with options for those seeking a more intense workout. View the calendar above for specific class costs |
Price Info:
Price for Registration to the class can be found by clicking on the specific fitness class you wish to attend. Utilize the Fitness Calendar above to view said information. **Download the REC*IT Fitness App to obtain the info even faster!**
GPRC students have the option of registering and paying a subsidized rate for the classes or pay a regular drop in Fee. Drop ins are on a first come, first served basis and require a Punch Pass or PROOF OF PURCHASE. If students wish to commit to an entire class over several weeks, they are encouraged to register for that class and pay the subsidized rate.
INDIVIDUAL CLASS COSTS LISTED WITHIN CALENDAR
**PUNCH PASS INFORMATION FOR STAFF/COMMUNITY/STUDENTS
| Punch Passes Options |
GPRC Staff & General Public Rates |
GPRC Students (Cost includes GST) |
| 1 Drop In Pass | $14.00 | $11.00 |
| 5 Punch Pass | $71.00 | $55.00 |
| 10 Punch Pass | $131.50 | $105.00 |
| 15 Punch Pass | $185.00 | $150.00 |
Punch Passes can be used for any of the Campus Wellness Fitness Classes as a drop in format. No refunds will be issued for unused punches by the appointed expiry date. You must have your punch pass with you for every class in order to participate. Please show your punch pass to the instructor so that it can be initialed before each class.
Punch Passes for WINTER Fitness Classes expire May 5, 2017
SUMMER PUNCH PASSES for Fitness Classes are valid May 8 to August 25, 2017
Payment:
- Pay at either one of the GPRC Centre for Sport, Fitness & Wellness Desks during the regular business hours - located at the Gymnasium entrance (FC Webpage)
- Call 780-539-2816 or 780-539-2436 to register and pay over the phone
All classes are held in the M121 Fitness Studio, unless otherwise stated, and are open to all GPRC Students, Staff & Community Members
Download the REC*IT Fitness App Free!
Fitness Instructors Biography
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Colleen Dodds |
| I have always been passionate about being fit and then I discovered I was even more passionate about teaching and helping others get fit. I have been teaching fitness for over 25 years and it's still my very favorite job. Many people have asked, “What motivates me to keep teaching?” My motivation comes from all the beautiful, wonderful people that attend my classes. I become very attached to my people. I love to see them see results. My goal for every person who attends my classes is that they feel successful at the end of each one. Come have fun and get fit. | |
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Janelle MacRae |
| I've always enjoyed attending fitness classes, and about 6 years ago I decided to become an instructor! Certified by the AFLCA, my specialty is the Sculpt class format. I've enjoyed instructing classes with the Be Fit for Life Centre at Grande Prairie Regional College ever since! I like to make fitness FUN but also encourage my students to challenge themselves to the best of their ability. We have a lot of fun, come check out a class today! | |
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Leigh Roberts |
| As someone who has suffered from scoliosis, chronic pain, and anxiety my whole life; yoga for me has been a journey to healing. I started practicing yoga after exhausting every other avenue to live a pain free life. Being told numerous times I would never be healed drove my desire to stay consistent with my yoga practice. Five years later I am mentally and physically stronger than I have ever been. After completing my yoga training I believe the journey continues by helping to empower and motivate others on their own journey. | |
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Lorelle Kerik |
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Physical activity has been a big part of my life since childhood. Along the way, it has grown from being an imaginative child outside, an athlete, maintaining my own health, and now to sharing with others. I discovered I am passionate about helping others find ways to be active in life. As a result, I became an AFLCA Certified Fitness Instructor with specializations in strength based classes and cycling. I like to add in variety while still adhering to basic training principles that are proven to show results! |
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Sherry Ouimet |
| As a fitness instructor and CSEP-Certified Personal Trainer for over 5 years, I am excited to share a completely new original workout that simultaneously lengthens and strengthens every muscle in the body. Whether you are a novice or a conditioned athlete, come out for some fun, a challenge, and experience the Essentrics™ difference. “My passion lies in helping people and to enable them to discover the wonders of positive lifestyle changes with physical activity and celebrating in their success.” | |
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Michelle Dacyk |
| Michelle Renee is a community Occupational Therapist and certified Bellyfit instructor. Her dance training started in 2011 and she has not looked back as she realized how important it was to incorporate women's health through movement. Michelle Renee's classes are not only about fitness but more important is to learn how to love your body while you sweat, shimmy, and shake! |
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Heidi Ambros |
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My background in kinesiology, education and love of being active, especially in the outdoors,made becoming a fitness instructor a natural next step for me. What I love about fitness is that it gives people tools to take into the rest of their lives by building resilience and helping redefine what we believe we are capable of. When people come to my class, my goal is that they leave with a smile on their face feeling more confident and ready to take on the challenges life throws at them. |
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Jen Buller |
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My name is Jennifer Buller and I love to dance!! It’s even better when it’s mixed with fitness and getting stronger! Dancing has been a part of my life for over 20 years with both children and adults. I love watching the joy on peoples faces as they rock out to tunes while their bodies are becoming more physically fit! |
Courses & Events
Visit the COURSES & EVENTS webpage for information about special recreation and fitness related activities on campus. Courses feature several organizations from the community with the goal of edcuating their participants on the ways of their style of activity outlet.