Whether you're looking to maintain a regular workout routine or explore new ways to stay active, Dickinson provides options to help you meet your goals.
Classes are open to the entire community (students, faculty and staff), unless noted.
Many classes don't require sign-ups. To register for wellness programs and events that require sign-ups (noted in the listings below), call extension 1503 or email devwell@dickinson.edu. To register online, please explore options in EngageD, found on the Gateway.
Fitness Opportunities
Monday
Pilates with Jenni Moore | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | Memorial Hall, Old West: Pilates is a form of exercise that emphasizes the balanced development of the body through strength, flexibility, and awareness to support everyday movement. Through a series of core exercises, the body is both strengthened and stretched, ultimately providing a longer, leaner look. Improve coordination, release stress and improve your posture with a practice that is both effective and fun. Suitable for all levels of fitness. Classes are available during the academic year.
Tuesday
Cardio Fusion with Jenni Moore | noon - 1 p.m. | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor Kline Center: The workout will include intervals of a warm-up, cardiovascular and strength, core exercise and a cool-down. This class will be a full-body workout that will leave you feeling accomplished and strong at the end. The goal is to build stamina and strength. Cardio fusion can be used as a great break in your day as you take time for yourself with our wonderful instructor, Jenni. Classes are available during the academic year.
Zumba with Jeannette Kole | 5 - 6 p.m. | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor Kline Center: Zumba is a total body workout that boosts health through accessing both anaerobic and aerobic forms of exercise. By working on both systems, a good cardiovascular system is maintained—plus it's fun! Throughout the span of the workout, the class will switch between low- and high-intensity dance moves designed to boost your heart rate. Jeannette Kole is a certified Zumba instructor who is very passionate about this form of exercise. Classes are available during the academic year.
Wednesday
Full Body Circuits with Coach Padraic Wood | noon - 1 p.m. | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor Kline Center (open to employees only; limited to 12): Tone your body with a lunchtime core strength and conditioning workout with Padraic Wood! A strong core supports your overall body function. This class is limited to the first 12 registered participants for the best experience! Classes run from Sept. 9 through Oct. 28. RSVP in EngageD.
Pilates with Jenni Moore | 3:30 p.m. | Memorial Hall, Old West: Classes are available during the academic year.
Sports Yoga with Jim Mader, YMCA | 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. | Memorial Hall, Old West: Sports yoga combines active stretching, breathing techniques and a westernized approach to learning and using yoga poses. Each class is designed to safely increase flexibility, improve mental focus/relaxation and increase strength. With a regular practice of sports yoga all activities, including athletics, become easier. Classes run from Sept. 16 through Nov. 4. Participants must bring their own mats. RSVP in EngageD.
Thursday
Camp Cardio with Tina Salomone | noon - 12:50 | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor Kline Center: Join Tina for an energetic and fun, heart-pumping, calorie-burning cardio class. This aerobic class will tone muscles and strengthen your heart with different aerobic formats such as hi/lo, strong, cardio-kickboxing, Zumba and more. Classes run from Sept. 10 through Oct. 29. RSVP in EngageD.
Tai Chi with Kurt Kraus, YMCA | 5 - 6 p.m. | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor, Kline Center: Often viewed as "meditation in motion," Tai Chi instruction is grounded in science-based, evidence-supported exercises that address balance, mobility, strength and energy along with mental focus and well-being. This class invites all levels of strength, confidence and mobility. Every exercise is adaptable to individual participants' current ability. Classes run from Sept. 10 through Oct. 29. RSVP in EngageD.
Friday
DEW Power Yoga with Jeanette Diamond | noon - 12:50 p.m. | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor, Kline Center: DEW (Diamond Essence Within) power yoga offers the opportunity to find your inner power and builds from within to expand your ability from the inside outward. Yoga is for everyone, and whether you are new to yoga or have been practicing for a while the empowerment of this Baptiste-style class brings results! This is a judgment-free practice for anyone who would like to join and practice yoga. The sequence of poses will warm you up from the inside and bring amazing results overall. Finish each session feeling energized yet relaxed. Classes run from Sept. 25 through Nov. 13. RSVP in EngageD.
Zumba with Jeannette Kole | 5 - 6 p.m. | Functional Fitness Room, 2nd Floor, Kline Center: Classes are available during the academic year.
More Ways to Keep Moving
Campus Wellness & Fitness Challenges
Throughout the year, the campus community offers a variety of campus community fitness challenges. Explore these free, fun fitness options through the Wellness Challenges website to join in the fun no matter the season.
Marathon in a Month (Walking Program)
The Marathon in a Month program can help you finish the distance of a marathon (26.2 miles) over one month and is an easy way to participate in the Wellness@Dickinson program. This is a walking program designed for individuals who are looking to achieve a baseline fitness level. The goal is to complete the distance of a marathon within a 30-day time period (less than 1 mile daily). To get started: Print out the Marathon in a Month: Tracking Your Walks.
Dickinson Arbor Walk (Self-Guided Tour & Map)
The arbor walk, a brief self-guided walking tour, begins at the Hurwitz Green on the John Dickinson campus, located adjacent to the statue of Benjamin Rush, and encompasses the blocks that border W. High Street and W. Louther Street between N. West Street and College Street. Enjoy the beauty of the campus as you stroll past more than 30 trees.
For questions about the trees or self-guided tour, please contact Dale Robinson, director of grounds and landscaping.
Carlisle Parks & Recreation
Carlisle Borough's Department of Parks and Recreation provides lots of opportunities to get active while having fun. Check out the Carlisle Parks and Recreation Programs offered! Registration is easy! You can walk in, call or sign up online at www.CarlislePA.org.
Stop Sitting, Start Moving
To get started on your wellness journey right now, Dickinson's healthcare provider, Meritain Health, has created a quick list of five tips to add exercise to your daily work schedule, called Stop Sitting, Start Moving.