May 2013
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Summer 2013: Friday Rafting
Starting on June 7th, Fridays just will get way more awesome! Each Friday during the summer, we will be going whitewater rafting on the mighty James River. Explore the wild rapids and the excitement of urban whitewater with the Outdoor Adventure Program and Recreational Sports. We will raft through Richmond and get to see all the wildlife that live so close to us in the city.
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Paddleboarding [may 10]
Spend the afternoon Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) on one of Richmond’s local waterways. Our knowledgeable instructors will help teach the basics of stability, balance and maneuvering. Discover for yourself why this fun and exciting sport is taking off.
Cost: FREE! Date: Fridays, June 5 - August 14 Time: 3:00pm–6:00pm Location: Outing Rental Center
Day Hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Summer is finally here! You may have an exam or two left to go, but the end is definitely in sight! so close you can almost taste it! What’s better than celebrating your new found freedom of the summer with a hike in the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains? Come out with VCU Recsports and the OAP and enjoy the lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and a little time away from the hustle and bustle...
Sign Up or the Basic Life Support Classes,...
Three classes are being offered to you, and all you have to do is choose the one you want to go to, show up and learn some important skills that could potentially make you a lifesaver! The Basic Life Support, or BLS, for Healthcare Providers Classroom course is designed just for that. You will learn the signs of several different life-threatening emergencies and be able to provide CPR, use an AED,...
April 2013
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Summer Fitness Swim
Our aquatic group exercise classes are always popular, even more so during summer months. Get the low down on what some of these classes are about and what you will get from taking part in them. One of them that gets asked about a lot is the Fitness Swim. This is a summer class, one-time registration and on-going to August. This class is designed for those who want to improve and maintain their...
Get Certified to Be a Water Safety Instructor with...
Okay, so it’s that time of year to get yourself certified as a water safety instructor with the American Red Cross. If you love to swim and would love to teach other people how to swim, this certification would be perfect. You will understand all six of the swimming strokes (or perfect them, if you are already familiar) and learn how to design and conduct swim lesson classes. Even if...
Two-Week Southeast Whitewater Kayaking Trip!
There’s no better way to end the semester and kick summertime into high gear than hopping in a kayak for two weeks of outrageous whitewater fun! The OAP is heading south this May to tackle some of the Southeast’s best rivers and creeks.
Learn the basics of multi-day kayaking along the beautiful bodies of water of the south Appalachians. We will camp on the river banks, paddle through...
Day Mountain Bike Ride
Attention all mountain bikers! Come ride the trails with us and the OAP. We will meet Saturday morning and head to the trail head to enjoying some fun single track at this great area.
[No previous mountain bike experience is required.]
Cost: Student: $10, Faculty/Staff: $12, +1/A/G: $15 Includes: Transportation and equipment Date: Saturday, June 8 Location: TBA
Exam Prep Course for Aspiring ACE Personal Fitness...
Pack your brain full of sweet knowledge and skills needed to become an effective personal trainer. Sign up for this FREE instructional course using the ACE Integrated Fitness Trainer Model. After completing this course, you will have all the necessary requirements to take the ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam which will be offered a various times and location throughout the year.
If...
March 2013
7 posts
Women's Backpacking
Enjoy a weekend of backpacking with the girls! Join the OAP’s female staff as well as other female students on an adventure out in the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains. The leaves are coming back, the weather is great, and days are growing longer. The group will travel, cook, camp and share adventures while taking in the unbelievable landscapes of the Appalachian’s. This should be a...
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Kayak the Day Away!
The seasore of Assateague is callnig our names. Come out and learnt the basic skills of a kayaking adventure over the course of a few days. We will camp on the beaches, paddle through the wetlands, and if we are lucky, see some of the wild ponies as we make our way down the islands along the Virginia coast.
Cost: Student: $44, Faculty/Staff: $50, +1/A/G: $55 Date: April 12 - 14...
Swim to Summer! A fun incentive that gets you...
Swim to some of your favorite summer destinations! Swim to one or all of the summer destinations below and receive a t-shirt. Each destination has been rounded to the nearest number of miles it would take to drive and converted into lengths of a pool.
Locations: 1. Outer Banks, NC: 171 miles - 12,080 lengths 2. Myrtle Beach, SC: 341 miles - 24,020 lengths 3. Cancun, Mexico: 3,093 miles...
Spring Bike Tour
If you enjoy biking around town, then this might be a fun trip for you! Get the chance to experience all the scenic roadways of Eastern Virginia with us and get out of the city for a change. The pace is casual and we will ride out with our bikes full of gear for this amazing bike tour.
At night we will camp out, eat some dinner, and hang out by the campfire. Maybe even roast marshmallows if you...
Meet the Trainers!
Come out to the Cary Street Gym Seminar Room for a little meet and greet with our awesome staff of Personal Fitness Trainers. They can help you hone in on your goals, measure your current fitness levels, and even help develop a program unique to you. These are the people who will be with you every step of your journey. This informative session will allow you to get to know our trainers a little...
Full Moon Canoe
What’s better than canoeing with a bunch of cool people? Canoeing with a bunch of cool people AT NIGHT! Join the OAP for an evening of canoeing under the stars. This is a great trip to see the full moon and experience canoeing at night. This trip is very suitable for parents with younger children, so all the moms and dads out there, feel free to bring your little ones! Price includes...
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February 2013
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Monday Bike Rides!
Come out with us on Monday afternoons to explore the back roads of Central VA on bikes. Riders of all skill levels (beginner all the way to advanced). Bring your bike along or borrow one of ours and adventure beyond the River City.
Date: Monday Afternoons: March 11 – April 29 Time: 3pm–6pm Location: Outing Rental Center
Spring Break AND Backpacking?! Count me in!
What are your plans for this spring break? It’s coming up ridiculously quickly! If you want to go on an adventure, savor every waterfall, peek over every ridge-top view, and stand along the lush riverside, then this backpacking trip is just for you! Travel with us to the mountains of the Southern Appalachian as we backpack through redwood forests, along some of the world’s oldest...
ACE Group Fitness Instructor Course
This is an exam prep course for those interested in taking the exam in order to qualify to be a group fitness instructor here at VCU! This course is only available to current VCU students and you could get a job out of it!
This Certification Exam prep course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills necessary to teach safe and effective group fitness classes, no matter what type of...
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Intramural Sign Ups Closing SOON!
Grab some friends or join alone, only $25 per team registered! AND you get to choose out of these awesome activities:
Dodgeball (6/team) Wiffleball (4/team) Flag Football Tournament (7/team) Outdoor Soccer Tournament (8/team) Volleyball Tournament (6/team)
Registration closes on February 28th and if you are flying solo, come to the free-agent meeting at 9pm on the 27th at the Cary Street Gym.
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Swim Clinics
Need help with a certain stroke (or any strokes, for that matter)?? You can learn to become more efficient in the water, refine your stroke and build your confidence with your stroke technique with these FREE swim clinics! Come out to the Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center, in the Activity Pool Lane 5 and get your swim on!
No need to register, just show up!
Treading Water February...
Winter Backpacking Trip
Winter is definitely a great time to get the most out of a backpacking experience. Everything is quiet and peaceful, and appeals to those folks who enjoy the beauty of a pristine winter wonderland and frozen waterfalls (not to mention the lack of bugs and crowds). Come out to the Blue Ridge Mountains with the OAP and we will will make sure you have all the right gear and enough hot chocolate to...
Horseback Trail Riding Trip this Weekend!
Spend the day of trail riding at Beaver Hollow Farm with the OAP! We’ll split into two groups, one will ride while the other goes on a hike in the area, have lunch, then switch! A little bit hiking and little bit horseback, the best of both worlds!Beaver Hollow will provide horses, tack, and trail guides, as well as lunch (win!).
Location: Beaver Hollow Farm, Chesterfield, VA Cost:...
Cary Street Crux THIS SUNDAY! Sign up NOW!
The Cary Street Crux: VCU Climbing Comp Come climb some great problems and win cool prizes! There will be different climbing categories to suit all levels and abilities. Cost: $15 Date: Sunday, Feb. 10 Time: 1pm – 6pm Location: Cary St. Gym Climbing Wall
The Cary Street Crux is part of the Eastern Edge Climbing Series. The third and last event in the series is the Feburary 23, 2013....
Spring Break Backpacking
Looking for an adventure to go on this spring break? Savor every beautiful waterfall, lush riversides, and amazing ridge-top view you encounter as we walk the mountains of the Southern Appalachians! Spend the days backpacking through the forests of some of the world’s oldest mountains. Camp out with us during the evenings and we will be cooking some delicious food under a wide-open sky.
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Manchester Wall Adopt-A-Crag
The Access Fund and The James River Outdoor coalition are in charge of the preservation and maintenance of the Manchester Wall. Come out and spend part of the day with us all and help out with a service projects. Don’t worry, there will be plenty of climbing going in the second half of the day! We will spend that time climbing some sweet South-Eastern bridge buttresses. All skill levels and...
Speed-climbing competition. You are seeing a 6.26 second record!
January 2013
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Reel Rock Tour Showing :)
Sender Films has put together a collection of films that showcases the ultimate climbing adventures from across the globe! Come check out the top climbing videos of the year in this exciting event! There’s a $5 entrance fee (unless you attend the Manchester Wall Adopt-A-Crag, then it’s free) Date: Sunday, February 9th at 8:00 PM
Location: Life Sciences Building, Room 155
Ski Trip at Wintergreen
If you are looking for another fun winter activity, join us for a whole day of shredding on the slopes at Wintergreen Ski Resort. Champion skier? Cool, show us your sweet skills. Never been skiing before? Awesome, lessons are free! This will be a great opportunity to try a new sport or just get out and ski or ride.
Cost: Student: $60, Faculty/Staff: $65, +1/A/G: $70 Equipment: $31 (skis or...
American Red Cross Certifications Coming Up:
February American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA Recertification Course Date: Saturday, February 16th Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Cost: Students: $40; Members/Faculty/Staff: $50
February American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA Full Certification Course Date: Monday, February 18th and Wednesday, February 20th. As well as Saturday, February 23rd Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm (Mon. & Wed.) 9:00am-3:00pm (Sat.) Cost:...
New Years Challenge: Last Chance!
Make plans now to kick start your fitness routine in 2012! Participants are measured and photographed (in athletic clothes) “before” and “after” the 10-week challenge. Over the course of 10 weeks, your progress is measured by improving: -girth -weight or -body fat
All participants who complete the challenge will get a T-shirt! Improve the way you look, feel, and work out with one of our best...
Day Hiking in the Blue Ridge
What are YOU doing this weekend? Join Rec Sports and the OAP for a day of hiking in the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains! Winter is the perfect time of year to experience the many beautiful sights that Virginia has to offer, waterfalls, scenic vistas, and more!
Date: Sunday, January 27, 2013 Cost: Student: $10, Faculty/Staff: $12, +1/A/G: $15. Register by 1/22 at ORC.
Location: Blue Ridge...
American Red Cross Courses:
January American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA Recertification Course Thu, Jan 24 5-9pm Cost: Students $40.00 Members/Faculty/Staff $50.00
Register at Cary Street Gym. For more details, visit www.recsports.vcu.edu.
January American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA Full Certification Course Tue, Jan 29 &...
Intro to Lifeguarding
Have you ever wanted to be a lifeguard but were unsure if you would be able to pass the course prerequisites? Register at the service desk (at either facility) before January 25th at noon! aka: sign up today! Class is only $10 January 27th from 6-8pm. Come learn what it takes to pass the lifeguard course and get feedback on how to improve your skills. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to...
Advanced Whitewater
Would you consider yourself an intermediate whitewater paddler? Would you like to expand your experience and learn advanced skills? This Advanced Whitewater Clinic might be right up your alley! This clinic is essentially designed to refine and to extend the judgement and technique of intermediate paddlers on class III to IV whitewater. You will be learning things like advanced boat control,...
Adult Swim Lessons: Class Times
Register today for either the 6-week session or the 12-week session and start learning to swim or refining your skills further. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes are being offered at the Cary Street Gym soon (also now being held at the MCV Campus Aquatic Center)!
Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center Class Times
Beginner Monday and Wednesday 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Beginner Monday and...
American Red Cross Lifeguard Course, Sign up...
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get certified by the American Red Cross as a lifeguard instructor. This course will teach you basic lifeguarding skills, waterfront lifeguarding, waterpark lifeguarding, as well as shallow-water attendant training and first aid. You will learn CPR/AED for Professional Rescue as well as lifeguard management skills all at a lower price than anywhere else!...
