Who can participate in group exercise classes?
You must show your UAlbany ID to be admitted into The Well at Colonial, where group exercise classes are held.
- Undergraduate Students: You have full access to The Well and all group exercise classes.
- Graduate Students: Please purchase a Recreation & Wellness Membership to access The Well and participate in group exercise classes. Semester memberships are available.
- Faculty, Staff & Affiliated Employees: Please purchase a Well Membership to access The Well and participate in group exercise classes. Semester, summer and annual memberships are available.
Student organizations may also request and reserve a private group exercise class. Spring 2025 requests have closed but the Private Group Exercise Request Form will reopen in Fall 2025.
Updates & Alerts
Follow Recreation & Wellness on Instagram for updates on class cancellations or location changes.
During the Academic Year, if the Recreation & Wellness fitness centers are closed, there will be no group exercise classes. (For example, when the fitness centers close at 4 p.m. on Friday before a break, there are also no classes after 4 p.m.)
Spring 2025 Schedule
All group exercise classes are now held at The Well at Colonial, located within Colonial Quad on the Uptown Campus.
Download a printable class schedule. Printed class schedules are also available at The Well’s front desk.
schedule
What else should I know about group exercise classes?
What else should I know about group exercise classes?
- Equipment for all classes is provided, including yoga mats, weights, boxing gloves, etc.
- Classes operate on a first-come, first-serve basis, with no advanced reservations required.
- We recommend arriving at least five to 10 minutes before a class starts to ensure you can participate.
- Indoor Cycling classes are limited to 30 participants due to the availability of stationary bikes.
| Monday | 9:30 to 10 a.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) Noon to 12:45 p.m.: Stretch & Mobility (Mind Body Studio) 3 to 3:45 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 4 to 5 p.m.: Foundations of Dance (Group Exercise Studio) 5 to 5:45 p.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) 6:15 to 7 p.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) |
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| Tuesday | 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 11 to 11:30 a.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) 12:15 to 1 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 4:30 to 5 p.m.: Latin Dance (Group Exercise Studio) 6 to 6:45 p.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 7 to 7:30 p.m.: Dance 360 (Group Exercise Studio) 7:15 to 8 p.m.: Advanced Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) |
| Wednesday | 9:15 to 10 a.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) 11 to 11:30 a.m.: Full Body Strength (Group Exercise Studio) 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 5 to 5:45 p.m.: Stretch & Mobility (Mind Body Studio) 6 to 6:45 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 6 to 6:45 p.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) 7 to 7:45 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 7 to 8:30 p.m.: Aikido (MAT Room) |
| Thursday | 9 to 9:45 a.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 11 to 11:30 a.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) Noon to 12:45 p.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 3 to 3:45 p.m.: DanceFit (Group Exercise Studio) 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 4 to 4:45 p.m.: Dance 360 (Group Exercise Studio) 5 to 5:45 p.m.: Dance 360 (Group Exercise Studio) 7 to 7:45 p.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 7:15 to 8 p.m.: Advanced Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) |
| Friday | 9:30 to 10 a.m.: Yoga (Mind Body Studio) 10 to 10:45 a.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) Noon to 1 p.m.: Full Body Strength (Group Exercise Studio) Noon to 12:45 p.m.: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) 3 to 3:45 p.m.: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) |
| Saturday | Noon to 1:30 p.m.: Aikido (MAT Room) |
| Sunday | 11:15 to noon: Pilates (Group Exercise Studio) 11:15 to noon: Indoor Cycling (Cycling Studio) |
Class Descriptions
class-descriptions
Advanced Indoor Cycling
Advanced Indoor Cycling
Take your indoor cycling experience to the next level in this advanced indoor cycling class.
This class features more challenging sequences that push your endurance. It is perfect for those looking to intensify their cardio experience.
Aikido
Aikido
Experience the art of Aikido in this dynamic class that blends self-defense with mindfulness. Focusing on fluid movements, this class enhances coordination, balance, and mental clarity.
Dance 360
Dance 360
Dance your way to fitness with this high-energy dance class! Combining rhythms with easy-to-follow moves, this fun and dynamic workout is perfect for all fitness levels.
No dance experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to move.
DanceFit
DanceFit
Get ready to groove and sweat in this high-energy dance fitness class! Combining a variety of dance styles with light hand weights, this fun and dynamic workout will have you moving to the beat while burning calories and improving cardiovascular health.
You’ll enjoy easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you engaged and motivated. This class is suitable for all fitness levels.
Foundations of Dance
Foundations of Dance
This class is designed to introduce you to the foundational elements of dance, including floor work, basic steps and short choreographies that bring your learned movements to life.
Perfect for all skill levels, this class emphasizes technique, rhythm and creativity in a supportive and energizing environment.
Full Body Strength
Full Body Strength
Don’t have much time for a workout? Stop by this dynamic strength class designed to make the most of your time.
Our instructor will lead you through a variety of full body exercises that target all the major muscle groups to leave you feeling strong and refreshed.
Indoor Cycling
Indoor Cycling
Pedal your way to fitness in our low-impact, high-energy indoor cycling classes. Follow our instructors through various climbs, sprints and races to upbeat music that will leave you feeling invigorated and accomplished.
Classes vary in length from 30 minutes to an hour, so you can fit a workout into your busy schedule.
Kickboxing Cardio
Kickboxing Cardio
A high-energy workout combining martial arts inspired moves with cardio to boost your endurance, strength, and coordination. No experience needed — just bring your energy!
Latin Dance
Latin Dance
This class combines Latin-inspired rhythms and movements to create a fun dance experience. Work through different combinations that will leave you feeling energized.
Pilates
Pilates
Discover the fundamentals of Pilates in this invigorating mat-based class designed to improve your core strength, flexibility and overall body awareness.
Mat Pilates focuses on controlled movements and breath work to engage deep stabilizing muscles, enhancing your posture and balance.
Stretch & Mobility
Stretch & Mobility
This recovery-focused class is sure to leave your body feeling back in balance. Work through various mobility exercises and stretch large muscle groups following guided instructions suitable for all levels of fitness.
Yoga
Yoga
Unwind and rejuvenate in our Mind Body Studio. Designed for all fitness levels, this class combines gentle stretches, mindful breathing and fluid movements to enhance flexibility, balance and inner peace.