Imua Fitness Classes
Campus Recreation Department provides numerous opportunities for patrons to meet their fitness goals. Qualified staff and resources are available for group and personal instruction in a wide variety of classes such as Zumba, Yoga, Boot Camp, Total Body Conditioning and Spin. Non-credit activities are also available to provide educational experiences for a wide variety of interests. The activities offered include Dance, Martial Arts, and Self-Defense. All Imua classes are free to members.
Valerie Yamaki is our Fitness Coordinator for Campus Recreation.
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Virtual Workout Videos
Seminars and Workshops Information
For more information, please contact Valerie Yamaki ; Fitness Coordinator (808) 932-7748.
UH Hilo Campus Recreation is apart of Rec Movement. These are virtual fitness classes offered by UH Hilo and over 150 other colleges Campus Recreation Departments across the country. Sign into the Recreation's sign-up page to get more information.
Fitness classes
Fitness Class Descriptions (Fall 2021 - In Person and Virtual Fitness Classes (August 30th - December 10th)
Boot Camp with Camryn (Virtual):
(Note: This class will be offered virtual only)
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
1:00p.m. - 2:00p.m.
Are you looking for a total body workout and tired of doing the same routine? Well, this class is for you! This class integrates a variety of different exercises such as burpees, squats, lundges, overhead press, push-ups, etc. push-ups, bosu ball, free weights and kettlebell workout.
To Join class/Zoom:
Meeting ID: 937 0780 3392
Passcode: 987033
Gentle Yoga with Gregory (In Person and Virtual):
(Note: This class will be offered "in person" and Virtual. If you are planning on attending this class "in person" please meet inside of aerobics room 2!)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:00p.m. - 6:00p.m.
This class is based on Ruesi Datton. Ruesi Datton is an ancient self care system developed by mediators in Thailand. It consists of a collection of gentle movements and postures similar to Qi Gong and Yoga Asana, in addition to self-massage techniques. The intentions of the practice is to bring the subtle energy body into balance with the physical body. On the surface, Ruesi Datton is a great self-diagnostic routine and is a great complement to a more strenous work-out regiment. Expect reptitive mobility and range of motion movements and to leave the practice feeling relaxed.
To Join class/Zoom:
Meeting ID: 994 1416 2015
Passcode: 028050
Vinyasa Flow Yoga with Anya (In Person and Virtual):
(Note: This class will be offered "in person" and Virtual. If you are planning on attending this class "in person" please meet inside of aerobics room 2!)
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
5:00p.m.- 6:00p.m.
The practice of yoga can help improve your flexiblity, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, and hormonal systems. Yoga can also brings stability and clarity to your mind, body and soul. In this class you will learn proper alignment and breathing techniques as well as postures that can enhance your mobility.
To Join class/Zoom:
Meeting ID: 923 4388 5958
Passcode: 521793
Zumba® (Level 2) with Gavin (In person)
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
6:00p.m.- 7:00p.m.
(Note: This class will be offered "In Person". If you are planning on attending this class, please meet at the Campus Center Plaza)
Fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program. You will love this exhilarating hour of caloric-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements combined with core strengthening exercises.
Please meet at the campus center plaza!
Zumba (Level 1) with Gavin (Virtual)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:00p.m. - 7:00p.m.
Fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program. You will love this exhilarating hour of caloric-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements combined with core strengthening exercises. Zumba toning sticks may also be used and taught in this class. This class is also open to beginners!
Join Zoom Class/Meeting: Meeting ID: 935 6167 9539 Passcode: 180882
Zumba Recreation Lab with Gavin (Virtual)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
7:00p.m. - 7:30p.m.
This class is for anyone who is looking to learn basic stretches that can help with their overall health and also optimize their flexiblity, endurance and stamina.
(Schedule is subject to change at anytime!)
Upcoming Virtual Fitness Workshops Coming Soon (Fall Semester 2021)
Body Composition/Lifestyle & Fitness Tips
- Offered every Month - Wednesdays; September 22nd, October 20th, and November 17th
- 1:00-2:00p.m.(Note: Please meet at the Campus Recreation Department office - Conference room):
SLC-Aerobics room 2
Fall into Fitness
(Nutrition Tips on Health Eating and Habits and Cooking Demonstration)
Friday; October 22nd Noon - 1pm Virtual Zoom meeting workshop information!
Please note: All participants must sign up for a timeslot and click on the waiver before attending any of the above Imua fitness classes. Cancelled classes will be posted outside of the studio.
Classes are free with membership, so come and try a class!
For questions, comments and concerns please contact: Valerie Yamaki ; email: vyamaki@hawaii.edu
Ke Alaloa O Kūkini Program
- Ke Alaloa O Kūkini, roughly translated is "The Long Pathway of the Swift Runner".
- Complete the distance of the Kūkinis’ path at your UH Hilo Student Life Center and earn a Ke Alaloa O Kūkini t-shirt! Sign-up today in the Weight Room!