PEAC 1130: Group Fitness
Instructor: Justina Reichelt
Fee: $95
Max Enrollment: 3 times
This class is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Students who enroll in group fitness will be automatically registered for a group fitness semester pass. To receive a passing grade, students must attend a minimum of 28 group fitness classes throughout the semester (or 25 with the completion of a written assignment). There is no limit as to the number of classes that may be attended and, although it is recommended that students participate in a variety of classes, it is not a requirement. This class is great for regular group fitness participants who are looking for an additional credit or students who are new to group fitness and would like an incentive to participate and try a variety of classes. Please see the special instructions page for more information.
PEAC 1131: Personal Fitness
Instructor: Cyrus Carey
Fee: $50
Max Enrollment: 2 times
This class is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. To receive a passing grade, students must participate at least 30 times in Campus Recreation offerings (or 25 times with completion of a written assignment). Campus Rec offerings include utilizing the fitness center/indoor track & courts/upper track, intramural sports, group fitness classes, and drop-in sports. There is no limit as to the number of times someone can participate, although it is recommended that students participate in a variety of offerings/activities, it is not a requirement. This class is great for regular participants who are looking for an additional credit or students who are new to fitness and would like an incentive to become physically active.
PEAC 1140: Cycling & Beats
Instructor: Justina Reichelt
Fee: $90
Max Enrollment: 2 times
This course is intended to introduce students to how to train on an indoor bicycle. This will include learning to leverage music and the bike’s computer technology to maximize your workout and help you to train to increase cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. We will collaborate to explore the joy of exertion on bikes and create playlists that bring us on a journey through music history exploring a variety of decades, genres, and artists. A heart rate monitor or Apple watch is recommended (not required) for this class as they will sync with our Schwinn Z bikes.
PEAC 1150: Military Fitness
Instructor: Anthony Thompson
Fee: $0
Max Enrollment: 2 times
This course is designed to provide participating students with an introduction to Military Physical Fitness training per Army Field Manual 21-20, Physical Fitness Training. The course will challenge students every with at least 45 minutes of physical training. Classes, whenever possible, will take place outside; the classes will shift indoors for inclement weather. At least one class session will take place in the UVM pool.
PEAC 1151: Rock Climbing
Instructor: Petra Cliffs Staff
Fee: $210
Max Enrollment: 3 times
Basic climbing techniques, holds, and strategies are taught in rock climbing. Additionally, students will learn how to belay and become familiar with climbing etiquette and safety practices. This class is held off-campus; students will be required to sign a transportation waiver and provide their own transportation. Please see the special instructions page for more information.
PEAC 1160: Pickleball (video overview of course)
Instructor: Skyler Perkins
Fee: $75
Max Enrollment: 1 time
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America! It is a fun, fast paced, and social sport. This course will cover pickleball rules, terminology, court layout, equipment, strategy, and game play. Students will learn and practice basic skills needed to play pickleball including strokes, serving, and volleying. While progressing through various skills, students will also take part in game play.
PEAC 1163: Bouldering
Instructor: Petra Cliffs Staff
Fee: $170
Max Enrollment: 2 times
This bouldering course will cover everything a new or moderately experienced climber needs to learn about bouldering. The course will start with fundamentals of climbing including names of hold types, route-reading and basic climbing techniques. As the course progresses students will learn more advanced movement techniques and tactics for climbing efficiently and fluidly. Students will also learn tactics needed for training and projecting to be able to achieve their highest performance on the wall, including access to resources and equipment that will help them continue growth as a climber beyond the course.
PEAC 1200: Empowerment Self-Defense
Instructors: Kevin Hytten
Fee: $0
Max Enrollment: TBA
Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD) combines physical training with class discussions, group work, and engaging activities to explore the psychology and history of violence. Students will learn to de-escalate conflict, build confidence in problem-solving, and practice effective, real-world self-defense techniques. Through a mix of collaborative exercises and hands-on practice, the course challenges self-defense myths and emphasizes community advocacy, making safety a shared responsibility. A typical class will include a substantial focus on physical techniques, complemented by group discussions and engaging activities to enhance learning and application.
PEAC 1889: Club Sports
Club Sports Coordinator: Grace Peterson
Max Enrollment: 12 times
These courses are reserved for participation in a Club Sport and are therefore only available for members of the clubs. If you are not a member of a club sport but are interested in joining, please contact the club directly to learn about joining. You can find a directory HERE. After you have joined the club, you will then be eligible to receive credit.
