Ironman Challenge
Run, bike + swim over 200 miles in this 6-week, self paced challenge.
Because one sport isn't hard enough.
All finishers earn a free t-shirt!
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Houston Students + Current Rec Center Members
Challenge Dates
3/16 - 4/24
Miles due Mondays
Registration
Registration is open from 2/16 to 3/15.
To sign up, complete this Registration Form.
Workout Race
Feeling fit and up to a challenge? Complete 1 round for time:
2000m row, 50 push-ups, 50 burpees, 50 wall balls and 50 ab mat sit-ups.
Individual Men's and Women's Divisions
The first 50 competitors earn a free t-shirt!
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Houston Students + Current Rec Center Members
Race Dates
Pre-registration required, no walk-ins allowed:
Monday, 4/6 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Tuesday, 4/7 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Wednesday, 4/8 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Thursday, 4/9 rom 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Registration
Registration is open from 3/9 to 4/5.
To sign up, complete this Registration Form.
Bench Press Competition
1-rep max competition to see who can put up the most weight!
Multiple categories available for weight and sex.
A Personal Trainer will spot for safety.
The first 50 competitors earn a free t-shirt!
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Houston Students + Current Rec Center Members
Competition Dates
Depending on the turn out, it should only take a few minutes!
Stop by anytime during one of these windows:
Tuesday, 4/14 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Wednesday, 4/15 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Registration
Registration is open from 3/16 to 4/13.
To sign up, complete this Registration Form.
HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) For Healthcare Professionals
American Heart Association Certification Course (Combination eLearning + In-Person)
Recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED + relieve choking safely. Blended learning combination of self-directed eLearning (online portion) followed by a hands-on (in-person) session. Online and in-person sessions require separate fees and registrations. Certification by American Heart Associated is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of course.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Houston Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members
Dates
Offered the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month
January 13th
February 10th
March 10th
April 14th
May 12th
*Minimum # of participants must be met the Friday prior to class.
Times
12:00 - 1:00PM (For up to 6 participants.)
1:15 - 2:15PM (If 12:00PM class is full.)
2:30 - 3:30PM (If 1:15PM class is full.)
Participants will be assigned a class time upon enrolling.
Registration prior to day of class is recommended!
Registration Fee
Online eLearning Session
Paid directly to the American Heart Association:
$37 - All Participants
In-Person Hands-On Session
Paid directly to the Recreation Center:
$45 - UTHealth Houston Students
$52 - Current Rec Center Members
$65 - Eligible Members
Registration
Step 1: Visit https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls to purchase + complete online eLearning session.
Step 2: Complete this Registration Form. Then bring printed eLearning certificate + payment to the Rec Center to enroll for required in-person hands-on session. eLearning certificate must be submitted at time of hands-on registration.
Questions?
Contact Corey at [email protected] or 713-500-8427.
Initial Consultation and Fitness Assessment (In-Person)
Identify strengths and opportunities in fitness and aide in setting attainable goals.
Includes:
Body Composition Analysis
Cardiovascular Endurance Test
Muscular Strength/Endurance Test
Flexibility Test
Body Fat Percentage
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members
Pricing
$30 - UTHealth Houston Students
$35 - Rec Center Members
$50 - All Other TMC Institutions
Availability
Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 2:30PM. Appointment required.
Contact Corey at [email protected] or 713-500-8427 to set up.
Personal Training (In-Person)
Your goals, fitness level, schedule and medical history are all vital.
As you progress, your Certified Personal Trainer will too.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members
Pricing
Various sessions and packages pricing information available here.
Availability
Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 2:30PM. Appointment required.
Contact Corey at [email protected] or 713-500-8427 to set up
Equipment Orientation (In-Person)
Gain confidence in the weight room and cardio area.
Learn equipment adjustments for proper biomechanics, safety and effectiveness.
Led by a Personal Trainer on a one-on-one or small group basis.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Houston Students and Rec Center Members
Pricing
Free!
Availability
Monday through Friday 5:30AM to 2:30PM. Appointment required.
Contact Corey at [email protected] or 713-500-8427 to set up!