{"id":5165,"date":"2020-08-24T13:53:04","date_gmt":"2020-08-24T17:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.udmercy.edu\/campusconnection\/?p=5165"},"modified":"2020-08-24T14:14:50","modified_gmt":"2020-08-24T18:14:50","slug":"university-recreation-starts-fresh-this-fall-with-intramurals-fitness-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.udmercy.edu\/campusconnection\/2020\/08\/24\/university-recreation-starts-fresh-this-fall-with-intramurals-fitness-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"University Recreation starts fresh this fall with intramurals, fitness and more"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Student Fitness Center is now open and University Recreation is very excited to see Titans return to campus in a safe and healthy environment. Visit the Student Fitness Center for current hours of operation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"UniversityCOVID-19 Modifications<\/h3>\n

To assure the safety and health of our Titan community, please be aware of the current modifications to the Student Fitness Center:
\n\u2022 Masks required indoors
\n\u2022 Check-in and check-out procedures established for contact tracing
\n\u2022 Cleaning and sanitization increased throughout the Student Fitness Center
\n\u2022 Second floor fitness area and indoor track currently closed
\n\u2022 Basketball courts currently closed
\n\u2022 Lobby furniture moved to allow for social distancing
\n\u2022 Bikes available for check-out with contactless system
\n\u2022 Tennis rackets, disc golf equipment and outdoor games available for check-out
\n\u2022 Group exercise room capacity set to two people
\n\u2022 Locker rooms currently open and available
\n\u2022 Day lockers and towels currently unavailable<\/p>\n

Intramural Sports (IM)<\/h3>\n

Registration is now open<\/a> for the following intramural sports:
\n\u2022 IM Tennis \u2013 Register before Sept. 4<\/a>; Leagues begin Sept. 6
\n\u2022 IM Sand Volleyball (4v4) \u2013 Register before Sept. 4<\/a>; Leagues begin Sept. 6
\n\u2022 IM Cornhole Tournament \u2013 Register online<\/a>; Tournament begins at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26 at the Student Fitness Center<\/p>\n

Introducing Intramural eSports<\/h3>\n

Sign up online<\/a>, email Matt Higley at higleyml@udmercy.edu<\/a> or join the Discord server<\/a> and be a part of the new IM eSports program. University Recreation is now organizing leagues for the following games:
\n\u2022 League of Legends (PC)
\n\u2022 MADDEN 2020 (XBOX\/PS4)
\n\u2022 NBA 2k20-myCareer (XBOX\/PS4)
\n\u2022 FIFA 2020 (XBOX\/PS4)
\n\u2022 Pok\u00e9mon Go Battles (Mobile)
\n\u2022 Pokk\u00e9n Tournament (Switch)
\n\u2022 Super Smash Brothers Ultimate (Switch)<\/p>\n

Fitness Classes<\/h3>\n

University Recreation offers free in-person (socially distant), outdoor and virtual fitness classes beginning Monday, Aug. 24. Virtual fitness classes will be streamed to Instagram Live @DetroitMercyRec<\/a>. Most in-person classes (except yoga) will be held in the parking lot behind the Student Fitness Center. Register for a fitness class on Detroit Mercy Live<\/a> or use the CORQ app. See the UREC Fitness Class page<\/a> or social media<\/a> for the full schedule and more information.<\/p>\n

Virtual Personal Training<\/h3>\n

Virtual personal training is now available. Plan a home workout and receive nutrition guidelines with a personal trainer to help you reach your goals. Email Matt Chesley at cheslemd@udmercy.edu<\/a> or call 313-993-1784.<\/p>\n

Detroit Mercy Biggest Loser Competition<\/h3>\n

Are you ready to lose their \u201cQuarantine 15?\u201d Flatten the curve with the fall edition of Detroit Mercy Biggest Loser. From Sept. 8 through Oct. 16, individuals compete to lose the most weight. In-person, socially-distanced weigh-ins will be available with virtual screenshots also acceptable this year. Registration is $20 and open until Monday, Sept. 14. Email Matt Chesley at cheslemd@udmercy.edu<\/a> or call 313-993-1784 for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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