Mason Recreation

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Mason Recreation is looking for our next Executive Director of Recreation to lead our wonderful recreation team! Visit this website to learn about the position. You can also view our HR website at jobs.gmu.edu and search by title or position number FA95BZ. Please apply by Sunday, June 26th for full consideration.

Summer Fitness Classes begin Monday, May 23

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Classes run May 23- July 30!

All classes will run with our Group Fitness Safety Protocol in place. Participants must clean their equipment after use and must reserve their spot in class HERE.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
12:15pm-1:15pmStrictly Strength with Jenn M (AFC 118)Cycle with Jenn M. in AFC Cycle RoomCycle with Steve in AFC Cycle Room
5:15pm-6:15pmBarre with Catherine (AFC 118)Yoga with Jason (RAC 2202)
5:30pm-6:30pmZumba with Zorayda (AFC 118)Boot Camp with Jennifer DLR (AFC 118)
6:45pm-7:45pmWarrior Rhythm* with Catherine (AFC 118)Zumba with Zorayda (AFC 118)
*Try this new class! A fitness-focused class with yoga undertones, WARRIOR Rhythm™ increases strength, flexibility, and balance. It’s yoga + weights + HIIT + mindfulness rolled into one insanely rhythmic experience!

There will be no classes Monday, May 30 or Monday, July 4.

POLICIES

  • You must have a current Mason Recreation membership to be eligible to take part in our “In Person” group fitness classes.
  • Admittance to all classes requires online registration through connect.recreation.gmu.edu.
  • Check in at the facility front desk is required.
  • Members may not arrive more than 15 minutes before their reservation time.
  • All sales will be cashless.
  • No towels for rent.
  • Small bags will be allowed but must stay with you. Lockers and cubbies will be closed.
  • Appropriate workout attire required, including shirt and close-toed athletic shoes. Sandals and denim are not permitted.
  • Barre and Belly Dance classes can choose whether shoes are worn or not in the specific room. If a patron leaves the room, the patron must have shoes on.
  • If equipment is being used in these classes that can be dropped on the foot, then patrons must wear shoes for that portion of class.
  • There is no admittance ten minutes after a class has begun.
  • No food or drink except clear liquids in sealable plastic containers.
  • Do not drop weights.
  • Return equipment to designated area after use.
  • Do not remove equipment from this studio.
  • Report any injuries or incidents to staff.
  • Anyone not adhering to these rules may be asked to leave the premises.

**In order to be classified as a student, you must be registered for Spring 2022 classes**

Questions

If you have further questions please email us at [email protected] or by phone at 703-993-9807

 

Students! Summer Session starts on May 16

The Mason Rec summer student membership period begins May 16!

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Active Students – If you are a student taking any summer credits, you have an active membership.
  • Inactive students – Those that were enrolled in classes Spring ’22 (that have not graduated and are not taking summer classes) can purchase a Summer Membership for $30 online at Connect.recreation.gmu.edu/membership.
  • Visiting Student Membership – Mason Rec offers summer memberships to students of other universities for just $100. Tell your friends that they can purchase a discounted Mason Rec membership by presenting their university ID card at the front desks.

Questions? Email us at [email protected].

 

Personal Training Prep Course: Register Now – May 25

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Join us for our first VIRTUAL Personal Training Prep Course!

This American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Preparation Course prepares individuals to complete the ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam. On completion of the course, you will feel better equipped to motivate, empower, challenge, and retain clients for the long term. Exam fees and study materials are reduced for those who participate in the preparation course.

This course will be taught by Assistant Director of Fitness Becky Demus (Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor) and Coordinator of Fitness, Emmanuel Agyemang (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.)

This course does not include the exam for certification. Participation in the course allows for a discounted rate of $249 for the ACE Exam registration fee. Registration for the exam is completed through ACE.

How do I register?

  1. Register online here through May 25
  2. You will be contacted by email with the course materials website to purchase your study materials through ACE.

Class Dates/Time

Class will be hosted virtually on Fridays from 10am-12pm, May 27 to July 29.  We will offer optional in-person workshops as well.

Participant StatusPricePayment Location
Mason Student$150.00 Online
Non-student$250.00Online

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Following the receipt of payment, individuals registered for the course will receive information on how to receive the discounted rate for the ACE course materials.

ACE Study Program: $104.00

(ACE PT Manual, Exercise Science text)

  • ACE Personal Trainer Manual, fifth edition
  • ACE Essentials of Exercise Science for Fitness Professionals

Key Topics

  • Human anatomy, exercise physiology, applied kinesiology, and nutrition
  • Principles of adherence, motivation, behavior change, and health psychology
  • Communication and teaching techniques
  • ACE integrated fitness training model
  • Building rapport
  • Health and exercise history information assessment
  • Functional training: Assessments, programming, and progressions for posture, movement, core, balance, and flexibility
  • Physiological assessments
  • Resistance training: Programming and progressions
  • Cardiorespiratory training: Programming and progressions
  • Professional and legal responsibilities, scope of practice, and business strategies for personal trainers

*For more information, please contact [email protected]

Update regarding 2023 AFC construction

Mason Recreation previously announced a period of construction at the AFC set to begin in March 2023 that would close the facility through the summer. Some of the construction projects to be accomplished during this period include retiling the competition pool, installing new skylights, and replacing the pool bulkheads.

We have received new information and now expect the project to progress in a phased progression, allowing some parts of the AFC to remain open while others are closed for construction. The project is estimated to start late Spring 2023 and be completed over the next few years.

Mason Rec will continue to provide updates on the AFC construction project as information becomes available.

The Dry Triathlon is Almost Here!

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Mason Recreation is hosting its 1st Dry Triathlon!  This event will take place on April 16th at the Aquatic & Fitness Center on the Fairfax Campus of George Mason University. The Dry Triathlon consists of 3 sections (legs). Each section is based on completing a certain distance or number or repetitions. Registration is open now online. Click here to register online!

Countdown to the Spring Power Meet!

Mark your calendars Patriots! The Spring 2022 Power Meet is Saturday, April 2nd at the RAC. Event rules and day-of event information are listed here. Registration can be done online here!

Not a Mason Affiliate?  Complete this form in order to have access to our online registration portal.

Registration details: 

  • Registration Closes March 30
  • Student Fee– $10
  • Non-student Fee – $20
  • Register online here!