Exercise/Physical Activity
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Resource |
Description |
Eligibility |
Fee* |
Information |
Windows on Wellness – Physical Wellness | Website with information about various physical wellness resources through GatorCare: challenges, walking maps, services, etc. | All | no | http://gatorcare.org/wellness/windows-to-wellness/physical/
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Yoga Classes on Campus | Free yoga class for all UF and UF Health employees (with free parking) | Faculty; Staff | no | https://ufh-gatorcare.sites.medinfo.ufl.edu/files/2016/03/Ustler-Free_Weekly_Yoga_F.pdf
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Zumba Classes on Campus | Free Zumba classes for all UF and UF Health employees (with free parking) | Faculty; Staff | no | https://ufh-gatorcare.sites.medinfo.ufl.edu/files/2017/11/2017-2018-Zumba-Flyer.pdf |
Pilates Classes | Free Pilates class for all UF and UF Health employees (with free parking) | Faculty; Staff | no | https://ufh-gatorcare.sites.medinfo.ufl.edu/files/2016/12/124038-Wellness_Pilates_Poster_F.pdf
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Gentle Yoga for Health | Free gentle yoga sessions for patients, family, staff, and the Gainesville community | All | no | https://ufhealth.org/events/gentle-yoga-health
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GatorCare Outdoor Fitness Adventures | Through GatorCare. Wednesdays 5:30pm at Stadium. | GatorCare members | no | https://gatorcare.org/health-resources/shapeup/
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UF Health Fitness | Faculty can participate in a low-cost on-site fitness program ($10/month) through the UF Health Fitness & Wellness Center located on the south medical campus | Faculty | ($) | https://fitness.ufhealth.org/
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House Staff Gym | Newly-renovated House Staff gym located on the 6th floor (6238). | House staff | no | https://gme.med.ufl.edu/contact-us/housestaff-discounts-and-coupons/shands-gym-at-south-tower-parking-garage/
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UF Recreational & Sport Facilities | UF students who pay the Activity & Services fee have access all UF RecSports services and resources (fitness assessment, gyms, group fitness classes, boot camp, recreational facilities). Other students may purchase membership at a reduced rate.
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UF Students | no |
https://recsports.ufl.edu/about/memberships-join-uf-recsports/uf-students-and-memberships/ |
House staff: UF Recreational & Sport Facilities “GatorCare” Memberships | Residents & Fellows with GatorCare insurance are eligible for free or reduced-fee UF RecSports Memberships. This provides access all available services and resources (fitness assessment, gyms, group fitness classes, boot camp, recreational facilities).
Some UF Facilities are available to all Gator1 ID card holders to use when the UF Teams are not using them for practice (e.g., pools, tennis courts). |
House staff | ($) | Choose one of the following options: Option A: Unlimited access during operating hours to all facilities, programs, and services for a member cost of $100/year. Option B: Limited access (evenings & weekends) to SRFC and SWRC at no cost.Call 352-273-2436 for more information |
UF Recreational & Sport Facilities Memberships
(Non-House Staff) |
UF RecSports Memberships can be purchased to access all available services and resources (fitness assessment, gyms, group fitness classes, boot camp, recreational facilities).
Some UF Facilities are available to all Gator1 ID card holders to use when the UF Teams are not using them for practice (e.g., pools, tennis courts). |
UF Students; House staff; Faculty; Staff | no | https://recsports.ufl.edu/about/memberships/eligibility/ |
UF RecSports Drop-Ins | Specialized facility set-up to accommodate a variety of sports and recreation options | UF RecSports Members | no | https://recsports.ufl.edu/sports/drop-in-sports/ |
UF RecSports Intramurals | Intramural sports league through UF offering individual and team sign-ups for a number of sports. | UF Students; Spouses/ partners of students |
no | https://recsports.ufl.edu/about/student-employment/intramural-sports/ |
UF RecSports Personal Training | Personal training services offered individually or with a buddy. | UF RecSports Members | $ | http://recsports.ufl.edu/fitness/personal-training
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UF Sport Clubs | Sport Clubs are for those who have a passion for a particular sport or who want to learn a new sport. They are open to any skill level and offer the opportunity to compete with other colleges throughout the state, region and nation. | UF Students; House staff; Faculty; Staff | no | http://recsports.ufl.edu/sports/sport-clubs
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UF RecSports Team Building & Challenge Courses | Ropes course and tower challenges ranging from 1-8 hours to assist with team-building and confidence. Facilitators provide harnesses, helmets, belay devices, and belay instruction to the group members before climbing. | All | ($) | http://recsports.ufl.edu/about/recsports-policies/ufotcc-program-offerings-and-descriptions
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UF Bikes: Bike repair, Gator Gears and Departmental Bike rental | Ability for students, faculty, and staff to have access to bikes | UF Students; Faculty; Staff | $ | http://bikes.ufl.edu/
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Walk With a Doc | Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. While you walk at your own pace, you’ll have the opportunity to have questions answered by local physicians. | All | no | https://walkwithadoc.org/our-locations/gainesville-fl/
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Florida Track Club | Group running, e-coaching, 1-on-1 | All | $ | TeamFloridaTrackClub@gmail.com |
G3 – Gainesville Triathlon | G3 is the only public USAT club in Gainesville, Florida. Our mission is to promote the sport of triathlon in Gainesville by learning, training, and racing together in a positive social environment. | All | $ | ericcastaldo35@gmail.com |
Gainesville Dance | Various dance clubs/lessons in Gainesville | All | $ | publish@gainesvilledance.com |
Gainesville Regional Soccer League | Provides Gainesville, Florida and the surrounding communities with an organized avenue to play adult co-recreational soccer | All | $ | grslboard@gmail.com |
Team Florida Track Club | Connection to various running groups | All | $ | http://www.floridatrackclub.org/page-18091 |
Two Rules Running Club | Group running | All | $ | https://tworulesrunning.com/contact/ |
* Regarding fees: No= free services available; ($)= discounted services available; $=services require a fee (insurance may be accepted)