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Group Fitness Classes
Group Fitness Classes
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All Group Fitness classes include modifications for all fitness levels to ensure that each participant has the ability to set and meet their individual fitness goals. For Fall 2020, classes are available virtually on Zoom and on a limited basis in-person at various outdoor locations on campus (weather-permitting).
Class Registration and MyRec
All Group Fitness classes are FREE for Recreation & Physical Education members. Due to limited space and precautions for in-person classes due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required for all Group Fitness Classes. Participants can register online 24 hours prior to the start of class through their account on MyRec.
Participants must check in with the instructor before class. Check in will close 5 minutes before class start time. If spaces are remaining after the check in window has expired. the standby/waitlist will be activated. Please arrive within the check in window or you may lose your spot in class.
More information about MyRec and instructions on how to create a profile can be found here.
To Register
- Go to MyRec.
- Log in with Duke ID (shibboleth).
- Scroll to Fitness.
- Click on Group Fitness.
- Select class.
- Click register.
- The class will appear in cart. Make sure you checkout for registration to be complete.
If it is a Virtual Group Fitness class on Zoom
- Participants will receive an email confirming registration and a separate email with the Zoom link.
- 10 minutes before class, click on the Zoom link to be connected to the class or go back into MyRec and click on Join Class.
If it is an In-Person Class
- Participants will receive an email confirming registration.
- Participants will need to arrive no later than 5 minutes before class. If they are late, their spot may be forfeited to a waitlist member.
To Cancel
- Visit the MyRec Web Portal.
- Click LOGIN on the top-right and enter your credentials (NetID or OneLink)
- Click on your picture to open a menu
- Select PROFILE
- On the left side, click PROGRAMS
- Click REGISTRATION
- Select CANCEL on the class you registered and can’t attend.
- Confirm Cancellation
Group Fitness Class Schedule
Class Schedule
Virtual Fitness Warning and Assumption of Risk | Please read before participating
By accessing, using, or viewing this workout you are agreeing to Duke Recreation and Physical Education Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability. To make virtual fitness classes as freely accessible as possible to our members, and any other participants, we will be using this statement as a warning and assumption of risk. Participation in these classes is voluntary. Consider the risks involved and consult your medical professional before engaging in any physical activity. Physical activity programs may result in injury, and you assume all risk of injury as a result of participation in this online program. We strongly recommend that you participate from a space that is suitable for this activity. For example, make sure you move furniture and other potential hazards out of the way. We recommend creating an open space so that is there is plenty of room between you and any other object. We also recommend using a mat on the ground or a carpeted area. Moving on slick floors may result in injury. Participants are encouraged to stop if they experience pain or injury and should seek appropriate medical advice or care as needed. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW, DUKE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY INJURIES OR DAMAGES YOU MAY SUSTAIN THAT RESULT FROM YOUR PARTICIPATION OR USE OF THIS PLATFORM.
For More Information
Contact the Fitness & Wellness team at dukefitness@duke.edu or give us feedback on your Group Fitness experience!