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Group Exercise and Personal Training

Well-being and recreation

Move with the Herd.

Does a solo routine seem intimidating? Are you looking to find a new way to meet your fitness goals? Try group exercise classes. Group classes are free to Purdue Fort Wayne students and current fitness center members. All classes are first come, first served, with a limited capacity based on activity and space.

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group fitness classes

Class schedule for Jan 13th–May 9th.

 

Day

Time

Class

Location

Monday

5:15–6 p.m.

Yoga

Fitness Studio

Monday

6:15–7 p.m.

Aqua Class

Turnstone

       Tuesday

  5:15-6 p.m.

Zumba

   Fitness Studio
       Tuesday

 6:00-7 p.m.

   Abs/Core Strength

 Fitness Studio

Wednesday

 Noon–1 p.m.

Employee Yoga

Fitness Studio

     Wednesday

5:15-7 p.m.

Pilates

Fitness Studio

     Wednesday

  6:15-7 p.m.

Intervals

Fitness Studio

Thursday

5:15–6 p.m.

     Cardio Kickbox

Fitness Studio

Thursday

6:15–7 p.m.

Aqua Class

Turnstone

See details below

 See details below

Mastodon Strong Fitness

Fitness Studio

The Details

About the classes.

Let the pool party begin. Turnstone has the most beautiful warm-water infinity-edge pool, great locker rooms, and a guard on duty for our entire class. Learn how water resistance can help build strength, burn calories, and protect the joints, all while turning up the tunes and dancing away. No need to swim or even like the water. It will quickly become one of your favorites!

Aqua class is taught at Turnstone, located at 3320 North Clinton Street.

Just for the working Dons. Finding balance, strength, and purpose in this mat-based class will give you a wonderful feeling and sense of success. Connecting mind and body, this yoga class is for all fitness levels.

Fitness workouts are based on functional movements. Considering life’s core movements, fitness, strength, and skill are developed through constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity. Emphasis is on building strength, increasing mobility and flexibility, and learning proper safety techniques while working out. Each day is different and all fitness levels are welcome. Below are the dates for our Mastodon Strong Beast Mode classes:

Class DateMeeting Time
January 7th 4 p.m.
January 10th4 p.m.
January 11th 10:30 a.m.
January 12th 10:30 a.m.
January 15th4 p.m.
January 16th 4 p.m. 
January 21st 4 p.m.
January 24th 4 p.m.
January 25th 10:30 a.m.
January 26th 10:30 a.m.
January 29th 4 p.m.
January30th4 p.m.
February 3rd 4 p.m.
February 4th 4 p.m.
February 7th 4 p.m.
February 8th10:30 a.m.
February 9th 10:30 a.m.
February 12th 4 p.m.
February 13th4 p.m.
February 17th4 p.m.
February 18th 4 p.m.
February 21st 4 p.m.
February 22nd10:30 a.m.
February 23rd 10:30 a.m.
February 26th 4 p.m.
February 27th 4 p.m.
March 3rd4 p.m.
March 4th4 p.m.
March 7th4 p.m.
March 8th 10:30 a.m.
March 9th 10:30 a.m.
March 12th4 p.m.
March 13th 4 p.m.
March 17th 4 p.m.
March 18th 4 p.m.
March 21st 4 p.m.
March 22nd 10:30 a.m.
March 23rd10:30 a.m.
March 26th4 p.m.
March 27th 4 p.m.
April 9th 4 p.m.
April 10th 4 p.m.
April 14th4 p.m.
April 15th4 p.m.
April 18th 4 p.m.
April 19th 10:30 a.m.
April 23rd4 p.m.
April 24th 4 p.m.
April 28th4 p.m.
April 29th 4p.m.
May 2nd4 p.m.
May 3rd10:30 a.m.
May 4th10:30 a.m.
May 7th4 p.m.
May 8th4 p.m.
May 12th4 p.m.
May 12th4 p.m.
May 13th4 p.m.
May 16th4 p.m.
May 17th10:30 a.m.
May 18th10:30 a.m.

 

 

Get ready to punch, kick, and sweat your way to a stronger, healthier you in this high-energy Cardio Kickboxing class! Combining the best elements of martial arts and cardio training, this class offers a full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health, builds strength, and enhances coordination. Participants will learn basic punching and kicking techniques, while performing dynamic movements and combinations that keep the heart rate up and the body burning fat.

Suitable for all fitness levels, this class is designed to be fast-paced, fun, and challenging. Whether you’re looking to build endurance, tone muscles, or relieve stress, Cardio Kickboxing delivers results. Each session includes warm-up exercises, skill-based drills, and high-intensity intervals to push your limits.

By the end of the class, you'll feel empowered, energized, and ready to take on any challenge—while also reaping the benefits of improved balance, agility, and flexibility. No previous experience in martial arts is required—just bring your enthusiasm and determination!

The beginner class series introduces the history of yoga, fundamental principles of alignment, and breathwork. You’ll be introduced to yoga postures through step-by-step verbal descriptions and demonstrations. Emphasis is placed on student understanding, safety, and stability within each pose. If you have never tried yoga this series is perfect for you, as it is designed to meet the needs of those new to yoga—in addition to those seeking a continued understanding of basic yoga poses.

Join the party and dance your way to fitness in this exhilarating Zumba class! This fun, high-energy workout blends vibrant Latin and international rhythms with easy-to-follow dance moves, creating a dynamic and enjoyable experience for all fitness levels. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a beginner, Zumba offers a total body workout that improves cardiovascular health, boosts endurance, and helps burn calories—all while you have a blast!

Each class features a series of upbeat songs with varying tempos, so you'll be constantly moving and grooving to the music. From hip-shaking salsa beats to fast-paced reggaeton rhythms, you'll be encouraged to let loose, express yourself, and feel the music. The choreography is designed to be accessible, with no dance experience required—just come ready to move and have fun!

By the end of the class, you'll leave feeling energized, happy, and accomplished, with a great workout to match. So grab your sneakers, bring your positive energy, and get ready to dance your way to a healthier, happier you!

Strengthen your center and build a solid foundation with our Abs/Core Strength class! This class is designed to target your core muscles—your abs, obliques, lower back, and hips—helping you develop the strength, stability, and endurance needed for better posture, injury prevention, and overall fitness.

In each session, you'll engage in a variety of exercises that focus on strengthening and toning your core, from classic crunches and planks to dynamic movements and functional exercises. Whether you're looking to sculpt your midsection or improve your overall strength, this class is perfect for anyone who wants to enhance their athletic performance, relieve back pain, or simply achieve a toned, defined core.

Suitable for all fitness levels, the class can be modified to suit individual needs, ensuring everyone gets a challenging yet accessible workout. With consistent training, you'll notice increased balance, improved posture, and better overall body control.

Get ready to feel the burn, power up your core, and leave each class feeling stronger, more confident, and ready to take on whatever comes your way!

Push your limits and accelerate your fitness with our high-intensity Intervals class! This fast-paced, results-driven workout alternates between short bursts of intense exercise and periods of active recovery, providing a perfect balance of challenge and rest to maximize calorie burn, boost endurance, and increase strength.

Each session is designed to keep your heart rate up, combining bodyweight exercises, cardio drills, and strength training in a dynamic format. You’ll tackle everything from sprints and jump squats to mountain climbers and burpees, all with the goal of improving your cardiovascular fitness and building lean muscle.

Interval training is known for its ability to burn fat, boost metabolism, and produce faster results in less time. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, our Intervals class can be modified to suit your fitness level, allowing you to push yourself at your own pace.

Join us and discover how interval training can rev up your fitness routine, challenge your body in new ways, and help you reach your fitness goals faster than ever before!

Personal Training

The next step on your fitness journey.

A personal trainer can take you further. Get individualized attention, support, and motivation with supervised exercise instruction tailored to your needs. Whether you struggle with lower back pain, are looking for weight-management assistance, need stress relief, or are concerned with high blood pressure or cholesterol, we can help. You can sign up for hour-long personal training at the fitness center front desk. Registration is available for individual and group sessions.

1 Individual Session$40.00
4 Individual Sessions$140.00
8 Individual Sessions$256.00
12 Individual Sessions$360.00
1 Buddy Session (2 People)$60.00
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Meet the trainer

Say hello to Taylor.

Taylor Pufahl is an International Sports Sciences Association–certified personal trainer and nutritionist. He has been working with Fort Wayne natives for the past five years to help them become the healthiest and strongest versions of themselves. With the philosophy that the barbell is for men and women of all ages, Taylor utilizes it as the number one tool to help his clients reach all their strength and fitness goals, as learning proper lifting techniques is essential to any long-term progress or success in the gym. Also, Taylor specializes in teaching and coaching proper, safe, and efficient biomechanical and movement patterns.

Personal Training Policies

What you need to know.

Follow all policies regarding dress when in the fitness center. Proper exercise attire (including clean tennis shoes) is required.

If a session needs to be canceled for any reason other than an emergency, you must give a 24-hour notice. Contact your trainer directly or call the fitness center front desk at 260-481-6655. Failure to notify the fitness center will result in forfeiture of the session.

Training sessions are one hour. If you request to end a session early or or if it is deemed appropriate to end early based on your fitness level, the session is considered completed and the remaining time will not be made up during a later date.

If you are going to be more than five minutes late, you should call the trainer. Your trainer will wait only 15 minutes for late arrivals. Any tardiness of more than 15 minutes will result in the loss of that session.