Category: Announcements

Every two weeks we will choose a different ingredient, from fruits to protein, grains to spices and more, we will feature a list of recipes, fun facts and an informational video. Brought to you in partnership with our colleagues in Mason Dining, we will give you a quick overview of this ingredient, and explain why it is a great choice to add to your cooking and snacking repertoire!

Apples | Featured Ingredient: October 20, 2020

 

Fitness schedules run through Nov 20 | Gold Access classes are *FREE* for Fall 2020! 

Jump to: In-Person Gold Access Classes & Virtual Gold Access Classes | Gold Access Pass pricing

Registration will need to be done in advance for both virtual and in person classes. Learn how to register here! 

Note: Come dressed for class because the locker rooms are not available and participants are responsible for bringing  their own equipment. 

Pro Tip: For pre-recorded workouts made by our instructors, log onto Mason’s BurnAlong website and visit our Mason Recreation page. Learn more about Burnalong here.

Virtual Gold Access Schedule

Fall 2021 Virtual Fitness Schedule

All virtual classes are offered via Zoom. Online reservations are required for all classes. Schedule runs August 23-December 10.

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
6:45am-7:45am			Boot Camp with Jen S.
6:30pm - 7:30pm	Zumba with Ayla *Beginning August 30*

In-Person Gold Access Schedule

Finals Week 2022 RAC Yoga/Pilates and Martial Arts

Classes run Dec. 5 - Dec 11! Participants must follow our Group Fitness Safety Protocol as well as reserve their spot in class at connect.recreation.gmu.edu

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
7:30am-8:30am		Tai Chi with Reza in Martial Arts Room		Tai Chi with Reza in Martial Arts Room
9:00am-10:00am					Yoga with Reza in Yoga Room
5:15pm-6:15pm		Self Defense with Reza in Martial Arts Room		Self Defense with Reza in Martial Arts Room
6:30pm-7:30pm	Cardio Yoga with Catherine in Yoga Room			Taekwondo with Dana in Martial Arts Room
6:30pm-8:00pm			Yoga and Meditation with Reza in Yoga Room
6:45pm-7:45pm		Yoga with Reza in Yoga Room		Yoga with Reza in Yoga Room

Note: Members must bring their own equipment for the in person class (i.e., mat, block, straps, blanket, etc.).

We are gathering information to see how well we are serving our Mason Recreation members and community at this time. Please take the time to participate in this survey of our Recreation facility users and share your thoughts.

Your responses will be used by Mason Recreation to better understand the needs and concerns of our Mason community. Responses are anonymous and reported only in aggregate.

If you have any questions related to the survey, please contact us at [email protected].

Here is the link to the survey.

Join your fellow Patriots in the first Mason Nation Thriving Together Virtual 5K from Thursday, October 15 – Sunday, October 18. Get active and celebrate Exercise is Medicine Month while supporting Mason students.

The #MasonNation5K will support students in need through donations to the University Life Student Emergency Fund and the Student Food and Housing Insecurity Fund.

Click here to donate directly to Support our Students!

Registration is Free! 

Registration is FREE, and you have the option to purchase an exclusive #MasonNation5K commemorative T-shirt!  Register Now

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Awards

The first 20 individuals to register will receive a prize, and that”s not all! All participants who complete the 5K between October 15-18 will be entered to win a series of prizes including:

Top Fundraiser:
Individual &  Team categories
– Each winner in these two award categories will receive a medal and Mason spirit item!

Most Mason Spirited Runner– Show us your Mason spirit while running! Take a picture of your spiriting outfit, race number before, during or after your run and post it on social media.

Most Distant Runner
– This award goes to the individual who is farthest from the Mason Fairfax campus. Post a picture of your run route and location on social media.

Run with a Family Member or Pet
This award goes to the most unique running participants that are in your household, including pets, children, and significant others. Post a picture on our social media for judging.

For the social media contests above, make sure your caption includes the award category you’re entering, as well as the hashtag #MasonNation5K.

 

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How We’re Staying Safe

We’re still in a pandemic and safety is our top priority. These guidelines will help you to stay safe during the event. Learn more at Mason5k.gmu.edu/runwalkroutes/ 

1. Participants will be required to register for the 5K in order to participate in the event.
2. Participants are required to sign off on the Assumption of Risk portion of the 5k Registration Form.
3. On the day they intend to run/walk as a 5k registrant, George Mason University participants are required to submit the Mason COVID Health Check.
4. All participants are required to maintain a 10-foot personal distance from all other people at all times, the required distance for outdoor activities and exercise.
5. All participants will wear face coverings during any period they are unable to maintain the 10-foot distance from others.
6. Running in a group or with a partner is discouraged. Under any circumstances maintain 10 feet of personal distance.

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