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Programs


Welcome to Fitness & Recreational Programs. Our goal is to provide our TAMIU community with various options to manage both their physical and mental wellbeing. Our programs consist of Group Fitness, Personal Training, and Outdoor Adventures. Each program consists of various services which include fitness classes, body composition assessments, specialty classes, bike maintenance seminars, hiking, and more. Check out our tabs for program-specific information such as schedules, program events, sign up sheets, and other resources!


Clarissa Guerrero

Strength & Conditioning Specialist

956.326.3014, clarissa.guerrero@tamiu.edu

Clarissa is responsible for Group Fitness classes, specialty classes, small group training, and Personal Training. 

 

Gabriel Perez

Recreational Sports Specialist

956.326.3018, gabriel.perez@tamiu.edu 

Gabriel is responsible for Outdoor Adventures rides, hikes, kayaking, and bike maintenance.

 

Juan G. Perez

Program Manager

956.326.3012, juang.perez@tamiu.edu 

Juan is responsible for Fitness & Recreational Programs.

 

About 

TAMIU Rec Sports Group Fitness offers a wide selection of fitness classes for an array of fitness levels. Whether you're an experienced fitness enthusiast or a beginner, our fun and energetic team of instructors will help you in your fitness journey. All fitness classes, except for specialty classes, are FREE for Rec Sports members; all students are members.
 
 
 
Fall Group Fitness Schedule (08/22- 12/02/2022) 
 
 
Time 

Monday 

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

12:30pm-1:30pm

Tabata

Lauren

RM 230

Weight Training

Glenys

230

Tabata

Lauren

RM 230

Weight Training

Glenys

230

Yoga

Claire

RM 230

5:00pm- 6:00pm

Cycling 

Alberto

RM 230    

 

Cycling 

Alberto

RM 230 

 

 

Pop Pilates

Marielise

RM 226 

5:30 PM -

6:30 PM 

Pop Pilates

Marielise

RM 226

Dance Fitness

Lulu  

Rm 230

Pop Pilates

Marielise

RM 226

Dance Fitness

Lulu  

Rm 230

 

6:00 PM -

7:00 PM 

Boot Camp 

Max 

Outdoor Complex

Muscle Pump

Rick

Rm 226

Boot Camp 

Max 

Outdoor Complex

Muscle Pump

Rick

Rm 226

 

6:30 PM-7:30 PM

Dance Fitness

Suzy

Rm 230

Yoga

Suzy

RM 230

Dance Fitness

Juan

Rm 230

 

 Yoga

Suzy

RM 230

 

7:00 PM -

8:00 PM 

Boxing Boot Camp

Glenys

Functional Room 

Calisthenics

Alberto

Outdoor Complex

Boxing Boot Camp

Glenys

Functional Room 

Calisthenics

Alberto

Outdoor Complex

 
Class Description

 

Dance Fitness

Dance fitness is a medium-high energy cardio class. This class includes dance choreography to provide a complete and entertaining cardiovascular workout. This fitness class makes cardio fun and gives a club-like environment without leaving the fitness room. The primary goal is to burn calories, including hip-hop movements that tone your arms, legs, and core. It gives a satisfying practice that builds confidence in your dance moves.


Cycling

This cardio class will keep your heart rate up while still providing a challenge for your legs. Enjoy a fun stationary ride 


Muscle Pump

Muscle pump is a beginner friendly class which provides varying levels of difficulty for each exercise. Muscle Pump is a muscular endurance class that involves high repetitions and light weights. This class emphasizes quality of movement over quantity. This is to learn proper technique and maximizing effort efficiently.


Boot Camp 

Outdoor Boot Camp is a fast-paced class that is a mix of strength, aerobic training, and HIIT. This class will challenge by using multi-joint movements to keep your whole body working and keep you moving. This class is designed to push you and keep you interested. Join us! 


 Pop PilatesⓇ Express

Pop PilatesⓇ is a Pilates-inspired workout done on the mat that flows to the beat of the music. It is a combination of ab-chiseling, muscle toning, core-defining moves that also work your flexibility, and there’s cardio too! No muscle is left untouched, and you will leave on an endorphin high! See you on the mat!


 

Yoga  

In this class we will we go through gentle flows to build strength, balance, and flexibility. This class will focus on syncing breath and movement. You can expect to explore different kinds of breath work to increase awareness and mindfulness of the breath and body. Come and destress with supported meditation throughout our 15 min savasana where will quiet the mind and relax.  

 

About 

The Personal Training Program aims to help participants develop healthy habits through exercise by providing educational seminars, Small Group Training, and Personal training to our TAMIU community. 


Personal Training

The Personal Training program is excited to bring you  Personal Training. Make the most out of 2022 and meet your fitness goals by gaining access to personal training staff, personalized workouts, access to fitness equipment and more! You can choose to have a personal one-on-one session or invite your friends to train with you. Sign up today!  

 

Personal Training Packages

Number of Sessions 

One-on-One

Small Group Training 

1-4 $15/ Session  $20/ Session 
5-9 $12/ Session  $15/ Session 
10 + $10/ Session  $12/ Session 

 

Set up your consultation today! 

About

TAMIU Rec Sports Outdoor Adventures offers several activities such as biking, hiking, and other outdoor educational seminars. No bike? No problem. Bikes are available for rent to students and staff attending group rides. All standard group bike rides and activities are except for specialty programs, are FREE for Rec Sports members; all enrolled TAMIU students are members.

Outdoor Adventures September Activity Schedule

Bike Ride 

North Central Park 

Saturday, September 03

10:00- 12:00 PM 

Hike & Sketch 

Morales Ranch

Saturday, September 17

10-12 PM

Bike Ride

Zacate Creek

Saturday, September 24

10:00- 12:00 PM 

Bike Ride 

TAMIU 

Wednesday, September 14

6:00- 8:00 PM 

Bike Ride 

Chacon Creek

Wednesday, September 21

6:00- 8:00 PM 

Bike Ride 

Father McNaboe

Wednesday, September 28

6:00- 8:00 PM 

 


 

Description

Hike & Sketch

Find the artist in you! Make quick sketches of nature and learn about plantlife and wildlife in the area. Sketching supplies (sketch pad and pencil) are provided during the hike, while supplies last. Reserve your spot today by signing up.  

Bike Rides

Bike rides are open to the TAMIU community. Explore the trails that the city has to offer by joining us on a bike ride. Rides are set in different parks around Laredo. Rides vary in terrain and difficulty. No bike? No problem! Reserve a bike when you sign up for a bike ride (bikes are limited). 

Kayaking

 

 

Request An Event

Bring Fitness to your Group
 
Looking for a chance to engerize your office, your fraternity/sorority, or your residence hall? Request to have a group fitness instructor/personal trainer come to your organization for a private class, a special event, a weightlifting seminar, or a presentation.
 
 
Examples of what we can provide include (but are not limited to) fitness presentations, small group workouts, Dance fitness, yoga, and much more!
 
 
How to Request Service 
  • Submit a request form at least two weeks before the event to Clarissa.Guerrer@tamiu.edu or call (956) 326-3014.
  • Please include the class type, group size, location preferences, and a point of contact. 
 

 

Outdoor Adventures

Want to bring the outdoors to your organization? Are you interested in team building adventures like bike riding, geocaching/scavenger hunts, or biking/hiking seminars? Request an outdoor guide. 

 

How to Request Service 
  • Submit a request form at least two weeks before the event to Gabriel.Perez@tamiu.edu or call (956)326-3018
  • Please include the activity type, group size, and a point of contact.