Calendar - University Recreation

Sep 10, 2026: Lift & Learn: Calisthenics at Belk Gym

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:30:00 -0400

No weights? No problem. This 60-minute workshop teaches you how to build serious strength, control, and muscle using just your own body weight. We will break down the fundamentals of calisthenics, covering proper form for push-ups, dips, and core work. Whether you are working toward your first strict push-up or trying to master advanced holds, you will leave with progressions tailored to your fitness level. Come dressed to move!

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Sep 17, 2026: Lift & Learn: Compound Lifting 101 at Belk Gym

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:30:00 -0400

Ready to master the barbell? This 60-minute interactive workshop breaks down the "Big Three" compound lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. You will learn the mechanics behind these highly efficient, total-body movements to maximize your strength and prevent injury. Our trainers will guide you through proper setup, bracing techniques, and form corrections so you can confidently approach the barbell rack. Come dressed to move!

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Sep 22, 2026: Lift & Learn: Functional Movement & Wellness Screen at University Recreation Center

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:30:00 -0400

Discover how your daily habits and movement patterns impact your overall performance. This 60-minute interactive workshop begins with the quick Functional Wellness screen to highlight your personal movement strengths, mobility limits, and lifestyle habits. From there, our trainers will guide you through targeted exercises to correct common movement dysfunctions, improve joint mobility, and apply your results directly to your workout routine so you can feel and perform your best. Come dressed to move!

What you will learn:

Personalized Baseline: Use the wellness screen to identify your mobility and movement baseline.

Movement Fixes: Targeted exercises to improve your posture, hip/shoulder mobility, and overall joint health.

Actionable Progress: Practical techniques to apply your assessment results directly to your weekly workouts.

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Sep 30, 2026: $5 InBody Scan Night at University Recreation Center

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400

Ready to look beyond the scale? Join us for our monthly $5 InBody Scan Event from 6pm-8pm in the UREC FAR Room 208! For just $5, you can get a comprehensive look at what your body is made of including body fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, segmented lean analysis, and total body water. Once your scan is complete, you will sit down with one of our certified personal trainers for a brief overview of your results. They will explain your printed sheet, help you understand your baseline, and show you how to use this data to crush your fitness goals. Open to all UNC Charlotte students and members, no sign up required, first come first served.

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