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Dance with us!

Check out our instructional clinics, page 8 Join our largest sport of the year: Intramural Basketball, page 14

Supported by Student Activity Fees

Feature: Sports Clubs Program Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Congratulations to our Men’s Ultimate Frisbee club who placed 4th in one of the most competitive tournaments in the Southest, Hootenanny Showdown that was hosted by Auburn University.

The club has 40 members and competes in tournaments throughout the Southeast.

Staff Spotlight: Cody Febles 3.5 years as fitness attendant Currently a graduate assistant for the Fitness Center

What has Recreational Services meant to you?

Working here has been the greatest job.

My undergraduate experience proved to me that Recreation was going to be my career path.

Being a Graduate Assistant has strengthened my professional skills and has allowed me opportunities to get involved with the National Intramural Recreational Sports Association and the American College of Sports Medicine.

The career-specific training I have received at the SRC has been life changing!

If interested in any of our 24 sport clubs, contact sportclubs@gsu.edu.

Student Recreation Center Hours

Staff

Spring Semester 2015 • January 12-April 27

Director

Melissa Buchheit Melissa Buchheit

Andy Hudgins

Stephanie Belcher

Caroline Dotts

Adam Penn

Carson Tortorige

Programs

Associate Director-Programs Vacant Assistant Director-Fitness Caroline Dotts Assistant Director-Intramurals Andy Hudgins Aquatics Coordinator Adam Penn Instructional Programs Coordinator Stephanie Belcher Outdoor Recreation Coordinator Carson Tortorige Sport Club Coordinator Ty Verdin Facilities

Ty Verdin

Allen Wilbanks

Assistant Director-Facilities Allen Wilbanks Facilities Coordinator Julie Dobbs Indian Creek Coordinator Ellen Whitney

Ellen Whitney

Kacy Toberg

Sabra Blackwell

Brenda Webb

Danny Weipert

Debra Guyton

Judi Moss

Business Manager Danny Weipert Accountant Debra Guyton Marketing Specialist Judi Moss

Monday-Friday ........................................................................... 6 a.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday .......................................................................................... 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday ........................................................................................................... closed SRC closures during Spring Semester

Martin Luther King Holiday .................................. Monday, January 19 Memorial Day Weekend .................. Saturday-Monday, May 23-25 Summer hours resume on Monday, June 8.

GAME ROOM HOURS

Monday-Thursday ................................................................. Noon-10 p.m.

Friday ............................................................................................... Noon-9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday ............................................................................... 1-7 p.m.

Game Room closured March 15-22 and May 6-10.

For university closings for inclement weather visit gsu.edu or call 404-413-2100.

Important numbers

Assistant Director-Operations Kacy Toberg Facilities Coordinator Sabra Blackwell Customer Service Representative Brenda Webb Administrative

ABBREVIATED HOURS Spring Break: Sunday-Sunday, March 15-22 Finals Week: Tuesday-Tuesday, April 28-May 5 May Session: Wednesday-Sunday, May 6-June 7

EXcePTIONS TO STANDARD HOURS

operations Julie Dobbs

Monday-Thursday ................................................................ 6 a.m.-11 p.m.

Friday .............................................................................................. 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday .......................................................................................... 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday ............................................................................................. Noon-7 p.m.

Administrative Offices .............................................................

Equipment Issue Desk .............................................................

Fitness Center ..............................................................................

Game Room .................................................................................

Indian Creek Pool ......................................................................

Indian Creek Reservations ....................................................

Membership ..................................................................................

Outdoor Equipment Rental .................................................

Service Counter .........................................................................

404-413-1750 404-413-1770 404-413-1779 404-413-1777 404-413-4272 404-413-1794 404-413-1753 404-413-1772 404-413-1780

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Student Recreation Center ........... 3 SRC Quick Reference ...................... 4 Safety .......................................................... 5 Aquatics .................................................... 6 Instructional Clinics ............................ 8 Fitness Classes .................................... 10 Fitness Center .................................... 13 Intramurals ........................................... 14

Sport Clubs .........................................

Touch the Earth Trips .....................

Outdoor Equipment Rental .........

Climbing Wall .......................................

Challenge Program ............................

Off-Campus Facilities .......................

Special Events .......................................

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Quick Reference Membership information

Membership is limited to faculty, staff, students and degree holding graduates of Georgia State University. Current students are members through their student activity fee.

Access

All members will sign a waiver with initial membership. PantherCards are required to enter and exit.

Member Fees

Faculty/staff/retirees ................................. $252/year or $84/semester Graduates of Georgia State University ............................ $306/$102 Spouse/domestic partner ........................................................ $306/$102 Children of members 8-18 years of age ....................................................... $25.50/semester 7 years of age and younger ............................................................. free Adult children of members 19-26 years of age .......................................................... $51/semester Faculty/staff/graduate day pass ................................................................. $5 guest fees

Members may bring up to three guests per visit at $5 per guest per visit. Each guest will be required to sign a waiver and present photo identification. All guests must be accompanied by the member throughout the visit. Multi-use guest passes are available at a rate of $3 per guest, per visit and sold in groups of 5, 10 or 15 visits.

Age Requirements

All children must be under the direct supervision of their parent/ guardian. Children are not allowed to participate in programs unless specifically stated.

Areas available for access 0-7 years ..................................................................................... leisure pool 8-15 years .......................................................................... all areas except

exercise room and free weight area 16-18 years........................................................................................... all areas Locker Rental

A limited number of lockers will be available starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, January 12.

Full locker .................................................... $25/semester or $75 annual Half locker ................................................... $12/semester or $36 annual Third locker .................................................. $8/semester or $24 annual Daily locker ............................................................. no charge, bring a lock Summer Locker Renewal

April 13-May 5. If you do not renew, you must remove your items

by May 5. Items not retrieved 14 days after May 5 will be donated to charity.

Payments

We accept Discover, Mastercard, Visa, PantherCash, cash and check.

Faculty/Staff may use payroll deduction for memberships, full and half size lockers.

Policies and Procedures

Visit recreation.gsu.edu

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Program information Registration

Bring PantherCard and payment to the location that corresponds to the program that you are registering for.

Aquatics, Instructional Clinics and Safety .................................... lobby Fitness Center ......................................................................... exercise room Touch the Earth ......................................... SRC parking deck entrance Intramurals, Sport Clubs ...................................................................... online Fee Breakdown

student/member/non-member Program Holidays

No classes March 15-22.

Safety Class

Date(s)

Time

Cost

Instructor

Adult CPR/AED & First Aid and Water Safety CPR for the Professional Rescuer 2/8 4/19 Receive certification in Adult/Child/Infant CPRO.

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

$60/$70 $60/$70

Adult CPR/AED and First Aid

2/14 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $55/$60 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $55/$60 3/14 Receive certification in Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid.

CPR/AED/FA Instuctor Certification 3/2-5

5-9:30 p.m.

Rachel/Emma Rachel/Zena Taylor Grace

$150/$190/$250 Adam

Must be currently CPR/AED/First Aid certified. Must attend all dates. $150/$190/$250 Adam Water Safety Instructor (Blended Learning) 4/20-23 & 5-9:30 p.m.

4/27-30 Certifies candidate to teach ARC learn to swim programs: Must be proficient in all strokes prior to class.

Lifeguard Instruction Lifeguard Certification Class

3/16-19 & 3/23-25

5-9 p.m.

4-8 p.m.

$125/$185/$200 Taj/Nick

Coordinator: Adam Penn 404-413-1775 | aquatics@gsu.edu

Registration Starts Mon., January 12 Registration closes seven days prior to scheduled class dates.

Refunds A full refund will be given if class does not meet minimum class size or the participant cancels seven days prior to the first day of class.

An original receipt is required to receive a refund, no exceptions.

Certifications All certifications are given through the American Red Cross.

Receive certification in Lifeguarding, CPRO and First Aid. Must attend all dates.

Lifeguard Certification Class (Blended Learning)

4/6-9 & 4/11

4-8 p.m.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

$125/$185/$200 Taj/Emma

This class mixes in-classroom and online components to reduce in classroom time.

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Aquatics Coordinator: Adam Penn 404-413-1775 | aquatics@gsu.edu

Registration Dates Session 1 Mon., Jan. 12-Mon., Feb. 9 Session 2 Mon., March 2-Sat., March 28 Clinics that have not met enrollment requirements will be canceled and refunds/transfers will be issued. Participants will be notified via email for any class changes or notifications.

Session 1: Mon., February 2 Session 2: Sat., March 28 LESSON Dates Session 1: January 20-March 7 Session 2: March 9-April 25 Refunds A full refund will be given if the participant cancels by closing.

Session 1: Mon., February 2 Session 2: Sat., March 28 An original receipt is required to receive a refund, no exceptions.

Adult Swim Lessons Class

Time

Cost

Instructor

10-10:55 a.m.

5:30-6:25 p.m.

$20/40 $20/40

Kevin/Alex Elisabeth/Alaia/ Ebony

6:30-7:25 p.m.

$20/40

Elisabeth/Alaia

Beginning Overcome fear of water and learn basic skills.

6:30-7:25 p.m.

$20/40

Alan/Alyssa

Intermediate

5:30-6:25 p.m.

$20/40

Alan/PD

Beginning Overcome fear of water and learn basic skills.

10-10:55 a.m.

$10/20

Alan/UV/Nick

Intermediate

11-11:55 a.m.

$10/20

Alan/Nick/Kevin

Noon-12:55 p.m.

$10/20

Alan/Nick

Monday & Wednesday Beginning

Overcome fear of water and learn basic skills.

Intermediate Requires no fear of water and basic skills.

Tuesday & Thursday

Requires no fear of water and basic skills.

Saturday

Requires no fear of water and basic skills.

Advanced Requires no fear of water and intermediate skills.

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Child Swim Lessons Saturday Classes

Session Time

Cost

Instructor

Session 1

$10/20

Alaia/Alex

Parent & Child Parent & Infant

10-10:25 a.m.

All Children’s classes meet on Saturdays.

Ages 6-18 months. Parent must participate in the water with the infant. This class teaches underwater acclimation while parents learn how to give their child a positive experience in the water.

Parent & Toddler

Session 1

10:30-10:55 a.m.

$10/20

UV/Ebony

Ages 18-36 months. Parent must participate in the water with the toddler. Students continue developing water acclimation and safety skills. Children will have fun in the water while developing swimming readiness.

Parent & Child

Session 2

10-10:25 a.m.

$10/20

Alaia/UV

For ages 6-36 months. Parent must participate in the water with the child. This class teaches children underwater acclimation, while parents learn how to give their child a positive experience in the water.

Preschool Preschool 1

Session 1 Session 2

11:15-11:50 a.m.

10:25-11 a.m.

$10/20 $10/20

UV/Alex Kevin/Alaia

3 to 5 year olds who are new to the water will develop comfort in the water, learn water entry, bubble blowing, floating, kicking, underwater exploration and general water safety skills.

Preschool 2

Session 1 Session 2

Noon-12:35 p.m.

11:15-11:50 a.m.

$10/20 $10/20

Ebony/Alaia Ebony

Prerequisite: Able to demonstrate completion requirements of Preschool L1. 3 to 5 year olds who are very comfortable in the water will learn new skills such as combined arm and leg action on front, treading with support and general water safety skills.

Children’s Levels 1-4 Level 1

Session 1 Session 2

11-11:45 a.m.

10:25-11 a.m.

$10/20 $10/20

Kevin/Ebony UV

Must be age 5 the first day of the program in order to participate and be comfortable away from parent. Objectives: Supported floating on front and back, gliding, kicking, and alternating arm and leg action.

Level 2

Session 1 Session 2

Noon-12:45 p.m.

11:15-11:50 a.m.

$10/20 $10/20

Alaia/Kevin Ebony

Objectives: Unsupported float, gliding, kicking on front and back without support, combined arm action with kick on front and back, treading water without support, personal safety and rescue skills.

Level 3

Session 1 Session 2

1-1:45 p.m.

12:15-1 p.m.

$10/20 $10/20

Alaia Nick/Kevin

Prerequisite: Must be comfortable in lap pool. Objectives: Front crawl with breathing to the side, coordinated back crawl, elementary backstroke, scissor and dolphin kick, treading water skills, diving, and personal safety and rescue skills. $10/20 Nick/Kevin Session 1 1-1:45 p.m.

Level 4 $10/20 Alan Session 2 1:10-1:55 p.m.

Objectives: Improve stroke proficiency on front/back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke, sidestroke, surface diving, open turns, and personal safety/rescue skills.

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Instructional Clinics Coordinator: Stephanie Belcher 404-413-1793 | sbelcher@gsu.edu

Class

Clinic Dates Tues., January 20-Mon., April 27 No clinics March 16-22.

COST

Student/Rec member One clinic registration is good for the specific day and time that is listed on the schedule. If a clinic is offered more than once per week, a separate, additional registration is required. Price listed per clinic is for the entire semester of classes, not cost per week. Late registrations are not allowed for any reason.

Clinics not meeting enrollment requirements as of Mon., Feb. 2 will be canceled and refunds/transfers will be issued. Participants will be notified via email for any class changes or cancellations.

Cost

M

Aerobic/Dance Studio $20/$40

Instructor

4:30-5:20 p.m.

Ron

Uses yang-style 24 form as moving meditation incorporating slow-motion movements to balance and strengthen the body, while the mental concepts calm emotions and reduce stress.

Hapkido

Tu 11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. Martial Arts Studio $20/$40 Th 11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. Martial Arts Studio $20/$40 A Korean form of attack and defense that utilizes joint manipulation, strikes and grappling.

Satish Satish

W 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Martial Arts Studio $20/$40 Eric Mixed Martial Arts Training will cover striking, defense, take downs, grappling and submissions.

Th 5:30-6:50 p.m.

Martial Arts Studio $20/$40 Michael Lotus Self Defense Martial arts style class that will cover punches, kicks, blocks, and rolls with emphasis on self-defense.

Dance M 6:30-7:50 p.m.

Martial Arts Studio $20/$40 Andrea Belly Dance Comprised of the traditional dances of North Africa and the Middle East.

M 7-7:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio $20/$40 Sara Beginner Salsa This course covers basic steps, footwork, and leading/following. No partner necessary.

Tu 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio $20/$40 Joe Ballroom Dance Introduction to ballroom dance. Dances learned include: Tango, East Coast Swing, Waltz, and Rumba.

Tu 6-6:50 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 Brittany Hip Hop Learn the basics of Hip Hop dance. Expect to learn new hip hop routines every week!

Try Me week January 12-16 Refunds A full refund will be given if the participant cancels by closing on Mon., Feb. 2. An original receipt is required to receive a refund, no exceptions.

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Location

Martial Arts Tai Chi

Registration Dates Tues., Jan. 12- Mon., Feb. 9

Day Time

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Class

Day Time

Location

Cost

Instructor

Yoga M 9-10:20 a.m.

Iyengar Yoga Focus on precise and dynamic postures performed at a slow M 1-1:50 p.m.

Flow Yoga Th 3-3:50 p.m.

Use a sequence of postures coupled with breathing exercises

Aerobic/Dance Studio $20/$40 to moderate pace.

Studio B $20/$40 Studio B $20/$40 with an emphasis on flexibility.

Mark Alison Ron

Hatha Yoga

Tu 3-3:50 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 Alison Tu 4-4:50 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 Alison An introduction to yoga postures with breath work focusing on flexibility, strength, and relaxation.

W 9-10:20 a.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio $20/$40 Mark Power Yoga Traditional yoga techniques practiced in a way to challenge you and develop muscle conditioning.

Vinyasa Yoga

W 1-1:50 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 W 2-3:20 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 Practice a flowing sequence of postures at a high intensity level while focusing on breath.

Yin Yoga

M 5:30-6:50 p.m.

Studio B W 11-11:50 a.m.

Studio B Develop flexibility and build awareness using long, held postures and meditation.

$20/$40 $20/$40

Susan Susan Ron Ron

Th 4-5:20 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 Jessica Kripalu Yoga Focus on relaxation using inner focus, meditation and breath work.

F Noon-12:50 p.m.

Studio B $20/$40 Alison Yoga Mix A beginner friendly class that combines multiple disciplines to help you unwind from a stressful week.

Sport Instruction Tu 4-4:50 p.m.

Omni Gym $20/$40 Joe Fencing Learn how to move, defend and attack using basic fencing techniques. All equipment provided.

F 1-2:30 p.m.

Meeting Room/ $20/$40 Alana/ Panther F.I.T. Studio B Stephanie Want to become a group exercise instructor? Come learn what it takes to lead a safe and effective class!

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Fitness Classes Coordinator: Stephanie Belcher 404-413-1793 | sbelcher@gsu.edu

Class Dates Tues., Jan. 20-Mon., Apr. 27 No classes March 16-22 All fitness classes are completely free to members and fee-paying guests. Class descriptions can be found at our website on the Free Fitness Classes page.

FREE

Class

Time

Location

Instructor

7:15-8:05 a.m.

Noon-12:50 p.m.

6-6:50 p.m.

4-4:50 p.m.

5-5:50 p.m.

7-7:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance Studio B

Noon-12:50 p.m.

5-5:50 p.m.

Noon-12:50 p.m.

4-4:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

7-7:50 p.m.

Studio B Studio B Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Martial Arts Studio SRC Pool Aerobic/Dance Studio

Stephanie Alana Patrick Tiffani Eric H. Payton Erik I.

7:15-8:05 a.m.

Noon-12:25 p.m.

Noon-12:50 p.m.

12:30-12:50 p.m.

5-5:20 p.m.

6:30-6:50 p.m.

1-1:50 p.m.

7-7:50 p.m.

4-4:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

7-7:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Martial Arts Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B Studio B

Kimberly Jacque-Corey Alana Jacque-Corey Justyn Jennifer Nadia Brianna A. Eric H. Jennifer MacKenzie Kelsey

Monday Cardio Sculpt Zumba® Panther Pump #GSUFIT Cycle

Studio Studio Studio Studio Studio

Kimberly Nadia José Jacque-Corey Torin Kelsey

Tuesday Cycle Step Bootcamp Kickbox Hydro Fit Zumba

Wednesday Cardio Sculpt HIIT Pilates Ab Blast

Zumba® Kickbox Panther Pump Cycle

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Class

Time

Location

Instructor

Noon-12:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Noon-12:50 p.m.

7-7:50 p.m.

1-1:50 p.m.

2:30-2:50 p.m.

6:30-6:50 p.m.

3:00-3:50 p.m.

4:30-5:20 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Studio B Studio B Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Martial Arts Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Torin MacKenzie Courtney Erik I. Eric H. Beau Jennifer Beau Sascha Jennifer

11-11:25 a.m.

11:30-11:50 a.m.

Noon-12:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Briana H. Briana H. José

11-11:50 a.m.

Noon-12:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Jennifer Jennifer

Thursday Cycle Zumba® Kickbox Ab Blast Bootcamp Step Cardio Sculpt

Friday HIIT Ab Blast Zumba®

Saturday Cardio Sculpt Ab Blast

Zumbathon

®

Tuesday, March 24 • 6-8 p.m. • Main Gym

Ditch the workout and join the party! Come out for two great hours of our most popular fitness class at our fourth annual Zumbathon®

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Fitness Classes Maymester Coordinator: Stephanie Belcher 404-413-1793 | sbelcher@gsu.edu

Class Dates Mon., May 11-Mon., June 8 No classes Mon., May 25 All fitness classes are completely free to members and fee-paying guests. Class descriptions can be found at our website on the Free Fitness Classes page.

Class

FREE

Time

Location

Instructor

Noon-12:50 p.m.

1-1:50 p.m.

3-3:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B Martial Arts Studio Studio B

Tiffani Ron Eric H. Alana

Noon-12:50 p.m.

3-3:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

6:30-6:50 p.m.

Studio B Studio B Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Stephanie Alana Jennifer Jennifer

Noon-12:50 p.m.

1-1:50 p.m.

3-3:50 p.m.

4-4:20 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B

Nadia Ron Sascha Sascha Alana

Noon-12:50 p.m.

3-3:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

6:30-6:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B Aerobic/Dance Studio

Nadia Eric H. Jennifer Jennifer

Monday Boot Camp Yoga Kickbox Cycle

Tuesday Cycle Pilates Panther Pump Ab Blast

Wednesday Zumba速 Yoga Step Ab Blast Cycle

Thursday Zumba速 Kickbox Cardio Sculpt Ab Blast

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Fitness Center Services

Assistant Director: Caroline Dotts 404-413-1779 | ccox25@gsu.edu

Packages Starter Package Fitness assessment and two personal training sessions

$45/$50

Starter Package Plus Fitness assessment and six personal training sessions

$75/$105

Total Package Starter Package and Starter Paws and REEVUE速 metabolic testing

$80/$85

Total Package Plus Starter Package Plus and Starter Paws and REEVUE速 metabolic testing

$110/$140

Starter Paws Assessment of two-day food diary, total cholesterol screening, hour consultation plus two half-hour follow up sessions

$15/$20

Total Paws Starter Paws and REEVUE速 metabolic testing

$40/$45

Additional Services Follow Up Assessment Must occur at least three months after initial assessment.

$35/$40

Additional Personal Training Sessions Can be added to any training package purchase. Priced per session.

$10/$15

Just Paws 30 minute session tailored to fit your needs. Does not include assessment.

$5/$10

Lipid Screening* (Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL and LDL values) Comprehensive finger stick. Must fast 8-10 hours prior to test. *Most appointments are typically scheduled between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

$15/$20/$25

Hours: Mon. -Thurs.: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Fri.: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Location Room 150 (inside the Exercise Room) Student Recreation Center Registration Visit us in Room 150 and bring a completed medical history form (found on our website under the Fitness tab). Bring your PantherCard along with check, cash, credit card or PantherCash.

Refund Policy for Personal Training and Nutrition Sessions

There are no refunds for personal training or nutrition sessions unless a documented medical issue precludes the completion of a session. A maximum of three training sessions or two follow up nutrition sessions may be carried forward for one semester. Sessions not used by the end of the second semester will be forfeited.

COST

Student/Rec member/Other

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Intramurals Assistant Director: Andy Hudgins 404-413-1765 | intramurals@gsu.edu

Registration Go to www.gsuim.com Free Agents Don’t have enough to form your own team? Sign up as a free agent, and teams will ask you to join their team!

Cost Free to currently enrolled students & Rec Services members.

(Exception: Non-students who are members are required to pay a fee for any sport where there is a cost per person, e.g. golf, bowling, etc.)

Forfeit Fee Policy For league sports, teams will be required to pay a forfeit check of $30. If the team forfeits a game, the check will be cashed. If no forfeits, the check will be returned.

Event/Start Date

Location

Phase 1 Registration Period: January 12-25 Basketball* Racquetball

February 2 February 3

M, W, CoRec Open

Main Gym Racquetball Courts

Table Tennis Outdoor Soccer* Billiards

February 4 February 8 February 11

Open M, W Open

Game Room Panthersville Game Room

Phase 2 Registration Period: February 9-22 Softball* Bowling*

March 1 March 4

M, W, CoRec Open

Panthersville Brunswicks

Dodgeball Sand Volleyball Arena Flag Football*

March 10 March 24 March 26

M, W, CoRec M, W, CoRec M, W

Racquetball Courts Sports Arena Omni Gym

Golf Kickball

March 27 April 6

Open CoRec

Browns Mill Main Gym

*Captains must take test and/or submit forfeit fee.

For specific rules, times and more information, visit www.gsuim.com.

Like sports and

need a part time job?

Be an Intramural Official Come to the orientation to see what it’s all about!

New Hire Orientation January 22 Omni Gym of SRC • 7 p.m.

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Sport Clubs Coordinator: Ty Verdin 404-413-1764 | sportclubs@gsu.edu

Current Sport Clubs

Angler Fishing Badminton Boxing Breakdancing Capoeira Cycling Equestrian Grappling & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Indoor Soccer Lacrosse (men’s) Lacrosse (women’s) Paintball Rock Climbing Rowing Rugby (men’s) Soccer (men’s) Swim Table Tennis Tennis Ultimate Frisbee (men’s) Ultimate Frisbee (women’s) Volleyball Whitewater Wrestling Visit recreation.gsu.edu/clubs for more info on our current clubs or how to start your own.

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Touch the Earth Coordinator: Carson Tortorige ctort@gsu.edu Inquiries: 404-413-1772 touchtheearth@gsu.edu

Trips at a glance Date

Day

Trip

Cost

Adventure Sports page 18 Jan. 16

Fri.

Cataloochee Ski Trip #1

$45/$50/$54

Registration Participants should register no later than the Tuesday before the trip. Liability waivers will be signed at the time of registration or on the day of the trip.

Jan. 23

Fri.

Cataloochee Ski Trip #2

$45/$50/$54

Jan. 30

Fri.

Cataloochee Ski Trip #3

$45/$50/$54

Feb. 6

Fri.

Cataloochee Ski Trip #4

$45/$50/$54

Feb. 13

Fri.

Cataloochee Ski Trip #5

$45/$50/$54

Feb. 20

Fri.

Cataloochee Ski Trip #6

$45/$50/$54

Cost Categories are as follows: GSU students/Recreation members/Others

Feb. 22

Sun.

Environmental Stewardship Project

free

Mar. 7

Sat.

River Cleanup Service Project

$5

Mar. 7

Sat.

High Ropes Course Try-Me Day

$25/$35/$45

Refunds To receive a refund, you must cancel more than 10 days before the trip date. Participants who do not show up for a trip will not receive a refund.

Mar. 7

Sat.

Fly Fishing: Beginner

$20/$25/$30

Mar. 8

Sun.

Horseback Forest Trail Riding #1

$48/$52/$58

Mar. 8

Sun.

Rock Climbing 101

$10/$12/$16

Apr. 11

Sat.

Fly Fishing: Fly Tying Clinic

$6/$8/$12

No refunds will be given for deposits on break trips. Money paid toward the trip balance is not refundable after the date of the pre-trip meeting. Payment deadlines must be met or trip spot and all payments will be forfeited.

Apr. 18

Sat.

Fly Fishing: Experienced

$18/$24/$28

Apr. 25

Sat.

Horseback Forest Trail Riding #2

$48/$52/$58

Backpacking & Overnight Treks page 18 Mar. 7-8

Sat.-Sun.

Camping 101

$22/$26/$30

Mar. 7-8

Sat.-Sun.

Springer Mountain & AT Prep Hike

$15/$18/$22

Apr. 11-12

Sat.-Sun.

Camping 102

$15/$18/$22

Apr. 18-19

Sat.-Sun.

Highlands of North Carolina

$18/$20/$24

May 9-10

Sat.-Sun.

Chattooga River Trail & Ellicott Rock

$15/$18/$22

Flatwater page 19 Feb.. 6-8

Fri.-Sun.

Crystal River Canoeing, Florida

$50/$55/$65

Feb. 20-22

Fri.-Sun.

Santa Fe River Canoe Trail

$45/$55/$65

TTE BIKE Shop

The TTE Bike Shop is a resource for faculty, staff and students at Georgia State offering “while-you-wait� services. Referrals to local bike shops are available for more complex issues. Check out GSU bikes at www.gsubikes.com.

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FREE Services n Pump air n Seat height adjustment n Brake adjustment

Tube Services n Tube replacement: $10 n Fix flat: $7 (patch)

Touch the Earth trips are all made possible by our awesome VOLUNTEER trip leaders!

Date

Day

Trip

Cost

Day Trips page 19 Feb. 21

Sat.

Springer Mountain Loop Hike

$8/$9/$10

Feb. 21

Sat.

Providence Canyon (CCC Trip #1)

$11/$12/$13

Mar. 7

Sat.

Roosevelt State Park Day Hike

$8/$9/$10

Mar. 8

Sun.

Tallulah Gorge (CCC Trip #2)

$11/$12/$13

Mar. 29

Sun.

Cloudland Canyon (CCC Trip #3)

$11/$12/$13

Apr. 3

Fri.

Stone Mountain Park

$5/$8/$10

Apr. 18

Sat.

Amicalola Falls (CCC Trip #4)

$11/$12/$13

Whitewater page 19 Apr 10-12

Fri.-Sun.

Raft Guide School

free

Apr 11-12

Sat.-Sun.

Zip Lining & Nantahala Rafting

$75/$80/$95

Apr 12

Sun.

Nantahala Rafting

$35/$40/$45

Apr 19

Sun.

Ocoee Rafting

$45/$50/$55

Apr 24-26

Fri.-Sun.

Chattooga River Expedition

$50/$55/$65

Jun 4-7

Th.-Sun.

Tandem Canoe 4-day School

$60/$75/$90

Break Trips page 20 Mar. 13-22

Fri.-Sun.

Desert Southwest Big Bend

$365/$385/$395

May 6-10

Wed.-Sun.

Mile 0

$340/$365/$390

May 26-June 3

Tue.-Tue.

Mount Baker with President Mark Becker

TBD

Climb Baker with Becker

Summit Mt. Washington State’s Mt. Baker with Georgia State University President Mark Becker Tuesday-Tuesday, May 26-June 2

Free for GSU students (pending funding)

Climb a mountain with the university’s President, Mark Becker. Dr. Becker – a seasoned climber who summited Washington’s Mt. Rainier in 2013 – wants you to join him and Carson Tortorige to summit nearby Mt. Baker (10,778 ft.) with professional mountain guides from the American Alpine Institute (AAI). As part of Washington state’s North Cascade Range, Mt. Baker is volcanic and glaciated, and boasts some of the world’s largest snowfalls. Begin this eight-day trip by exploring the Seattle area and Washington’s beautiful San Juan Islands. Then, travel to the mountains for two days of training with AAI, including rope work, ice climbing and mountain crevasse techniques. The trip will culminate with a two-day summit attempt on the north side of Mt. Baker. Beginners are welcome but strong physical fitness is required. Training days with leaders are offered on campus before the trip. Student cost: $1,695 minus funds from Touch the Earth Scholarships and Crowdfunding donors.

(The goal is for the trip to be free to students.) Cost includes flights, lodging, transportation, guide fees and some technical gear. Limited to 10 Georgia State students. Non-student spots may be available. Trip Leaders: President Mark Becker and Carson Tortorige Informational meeting: Monday, February 2, 6:30 p.m. in Room 215 of the Student Recreation Center.

Participant applications accepted starting January 19.

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Touch the Earth Trip Descriptions Adventure Sports Cataloochee Ski Trips Join us on this popular series of Friday trips to North Carolina. We depart at 5 a.m. for the four hour drive, ski all day and return to Atlanta at 9 p.m. The fee covers transportation, lift ticket and ski rental. Beginner lessons are an additional $10. Ski jackets and pants can be rented at the resort. Snowboards and snowboard lessons are extra. Note: All trips are subject to favorable snow and/or hazardous travel conditions. Canceled trips will be refunded or credited towards the next trip. Includes leadership, transportation, one day lift ticket, ski rental and beginner lesson. Mark Bodnar, Carson Tortorige, Gardner Neely Environmental Stewardship Project & Clinic Help us beautify our grounds while learning about many facets of environmental stewardship at Indian Creek Recreation Area. Learn hands on techniques of trail building, exotic species eradication, watershed cleanup and management, and fire in the ecosystem. Participants will receive a special prize at the conclusion of the day. Includes transportation, equipment, instructors, and lunch. Touch the Earth Crew Fly Fishing: Beginner, Experienced, and Fly Tying Clinic Travel to North Georgia for instruction in fly casting, fishing strategies, knot tying, and an introduction to insects, tools and techniques. GA fishing license with Trout Stamp required. Experienced participants are invited on the second trip for a step up. A fly tying clinic is offered between the two trips for a chance to tie your own fly’s to cast with and learn other advanced techniques. Includes transportation, fishing equipment, instruction and leadership.

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High Ropes Course Try-Me Day If you were thinking of suggesting that your group or team come to the Challenge Program, sign up for this opportunity to see what our high ropes course and Challenge Course grounds has to offer. This first-come registration is a great way to meet new friends. We’ll take you through a day of activities including a tour of the facilities and a complete activity on the high ropes course including 3 zip lines! Meets at Indian Creek Recreation Area, accessible by Marta.

Includes leadership, equipment, and lunch.

Challenge Course Staff Horseback Forest Trail Riding Beginner and experienced riders will enjoy Blue Ridge, GA by horseback on two different trips. We’ll spend 1 1/2 hours in the saddle on the trail and tour the mountain area afterwards. Includes transportation, leadership, gratuity, horse and guide. Staff River Cleanup Service Project Team up with Touch the Earth and the US Forest Service on this service project clearing the whitewater section of the Chattooga River of unnatural debris and trash, explore the local area trails and learn about how to keep our environment clean.

Includes transportation, group equipment, fees, a lunch and leadership. Michelle Watson & Carson Tortorige Rock Climbing 101 We’ll take you out to a popular rock climbing destination and get you up on some awesome climbs for you to test your outdoor climbing ability and learn new skills. No experience necessary. Includes transportation, climbing equipment and shoes, instruction and leadership.

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Day Trips

Canyon Climbers Club Hikes Get your very own “I did it!” t-shirt by participating in the Canyon Climbers Club (CCC) through Georgia State Parks.

Explore Providence Canyon (CCC Trip #1) hiking along the rim, down in and back out to view formations that mimic Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion National Parks.

Explore Tallulah Gorge (CCC Trip #2) and descend from the north rim into the 1,000 ft. deep gorge. Discover a suspension bridge swaying 80 feet from the bottom.

Hike along the rim and into the gorge of the 1,200 ft. deep Cloudland Canyon (CCC Trip #3) in northwest Georgia. See two spectacular cascading waterfalls spilling over layered sandstone. Hike the 604 stairs up and back down to view the 729 foot cascading Amicalola Falls (CCC Trip #4) – the tallest east of the Mississippi. Go on all four with Touch the Earth and receive your t-shirt to commemorate your achievement.

Attending all four trips includes your registration cost and t-shirt in the pricing.

Includes transportation and guide. Rating: moderate to strenuous. Rob Eidson and Canyon Club graduates. Sponsored by Georgia State Parks and Georgia State University.

Roosevelt State Park Day Hike This state park is a hidden jewel ideal enough for a Presidential retreat and big enough to be named Georgia’s largest state park! More than 40 miles of trail swirls through the park with views of river valleys and rolling mountains. Hike along and see the historic work done by the CCC and cool, natural springs. Includes transportation and leadership. Rating: easy, 6 miles. Gardner Neely

Springer Mountain Loop Hike Hike a ridge top trail on both the Benton MacKaye (BMT) and Appalachian Trails (AT) to form a scenic loop. The distance is short but does include the summiting of Springer Mountain – the southern terminus of the AT. Includes transportation and leadership.

Rating: moderate, 6 miles. Garrett Shrader Stone Mountain Park This easy way out to Stone Mountain Park will bypass the busy weekend. Gardner will show you some “secret” trails less traveled by the thousands of visitors. We’ll of course go to the top of mountain also! Includes transportation and leadership. Rating: Easy, 4 miles. Gardner Neely

BACKPACKING AND OVERNIGHT TREKS Camping 101 & Camping 102 No experience? No problem! We teach you everything you’ll need to know about camping. Camp in the front country at a state park and mix in some fun activities like hiking and canoeing. Step up your skills and sign up at the same time for the next level that features an easy backpacking excursion. Includes transportation, leadership and all equipment. Jennifer Pecoraro & Garrett Shrader Chattooga River Trail & Ellicott Rock Hike 8-10 miles along the National Wild and Scenic Chattooga River and camp along the river bank in Sumter National Forest.

This relaxing backpacking trip enjoys up to three states, trout fisherman and Ellicott Rock. Includes transportation, leadership and personal camping equipment. Rating: easy, 5+ miles. Gardner Neely Highlands of North Carolina This backpacking trip is meant as an intro to Appalachian Trail hiking in NC, and a chance to see budding foliage and flowers along the sunny hillsides in the early spring warmth. Take advantage of this trip while the leaves are off the trees but the days are warm. Includes transportation, leadership and personal camping equipment. Rating: moderate to easy, 5+ miles. Amanda Highfield

Springer Mountain & AT Prep Hike If you ever dreamed of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, consider going on this trip to get a taste of backpacking the trail.

See the approach trail from Amicalola Falls, learn lightweight backpacking techniques, bear hangs, shelter use, alcohol stove building and attempt Blood Mountain.

Rating: moderate, up to 18 miles. Hanna McGugan

FLATWATER Crystal River Canoeing, Florida The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1983 for the protection of the endangered West Indian Manatee.

Early spring is the best time to view and swim with the manatees. Canoe this area of spring fed waters and camp along the estuaries. Previous canoe/kayak experience required. Includes transportation, canoe/ camping equipment, fees and leadership. Sarah Buckner, Carson Tortorige Santa Fe River Canoe Trail This three-day float trip traverses along a beautifully scenic sub-tropical river boasting no less than 50 surveyed springs pumping gorgeous aqua blue water. Snorkel, camp along the banks and paddle down the gentle flowing river, seeing wildlife along the way. Previous canoe experience is a plus. Includes transportation, canoe/camping equipment, fees and leadership. Garrett Shrader

WHITEWATER Chattooga River Whitewater Raft Expedition Raft down parts of sections III & IV of the wild and scenic Chattooga River.

The Chattooga is the jewel of the south, known for its incredible, natural scenery and its thrilling, natural flowing class II-IV+whitewater. Rafting experience recommended, proficient swim ability required. Canoeists or kayakers can tag along. Includes transportation, rafting/ camping equipment, river meals (4), instruction and guides. Carson Tortorige, Morgan Wright, Tom Kerber, Bryan Malone, Cory Inman, Micah Cox

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Nantahala Rafting & Zip Lining This one-day, 8.5 mile run in a beautiful gorge of North Carolina is fun for beginners as well as veteran rafters. Or join us for a two-day ziplining and rafting trip in the gorge combined with scenic hiking! Enjoy 11 total zips over a half mile expanse in the gorge, and then a sunset hike and dinner atop a gorgeous mountain. The next day we’ll raft the river! Includes transportation, leadership, river guides, equipment and river lunch. Jennifer Pecoraro, Bruce Wood, Mark Bodnar Ocoee Rafting This exciting Class IV whitewater river in Tennessee is the most action packed in the Southeast! Expect to get wet and experience a wild ride as you work as a team. This is a river of constant whitewater intensity, waves and solid fun. Includes transportation, leadership, river guides, equipment and lunch. Michelle Watson, Bruce Wood Raft Guide School Be a river guide! Raft three great rivers that all require varying levels of guiding skill.

These exciting rivers are favorite trips on the Touch the Earth calendar and trained raft guides are needed in the summer and fall. On this intensive two-day course, run the rivers, learn guide skills necessary for the job, review on-river procedures and policies, and practicing rescue/safety skills.

Graduates of the course will be placed on the appropriate river with further training if needed. Permission of instructor is required. Free! (for future volunteer service) Includes transportation, river lunches, instruction, overnight stay and instructors.

Bruce Wood & Carson Tortorige Tandem Canoe 4-day School Mark your calendar now for the most fun whitewater course ever. This course is regarded as the most comprehensive, most constructive and most memorable whitewater canoeing around. Absolutely NO prior experience necessary – obtain these skills for cheap! Includes transportation, canoe equipment, river lunches, instruction and leadership. Jim Hudson and assistants

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Touch the Earth Break trips

Desert Southwest Big Bend Backpacking Expedition in Big Bend, Texas Friday-Sunday, March 13-22 $365/$385/$395

This Spring Break, adventure in the Chihuahuan Desert Southwest. Visit National Parks such as Carlsbad Caverns, Guadalupe Mountains and Big Bend. Start with six days in Big Bend National Park – rock climbing, day hiking and backpacking the High Chisos Mountain Range overlooking the Rio Grande River into Mexico. We’ll also stop at various sites and try to catch the Marfa Lights. Camp near Guadalupe Peak and spend a day exploring Carlsbad Caverns. Get details about the trip at our informational meeting. Includes all equipment, transportation, fuel, fees/ permits, backcountry foods, trip leaders and guides. Mandatory pre-trip meetings: Wednesdays, February 18 and March 4 at 7 p.m. in the TTE Rental Center. Nonrefundable payment in full due February 13.

Registration begins January 27, 2015.

Trip Leader: Carson Tortorige

Free informational meeting: Monday, January 26, 6 p.m., room 215, SRC

Mile ZERO Wednesday-Sunday, May 6-10 $340/$365/$390

(Scuba Divers: $110 extra)

Join us as we explore the beautiful Florida Keys and Key West. Snorkel, kayak, bike, hike, or just relax as we tour various parks and attractions throughout the Keys. Certified divers have an opportunity to explore the many reefs offered in the two included dives. If it has been more than a year since your last dive, you are required to participate in a refresher class through a local dive shop. All dive participants are required to show proof of dive experience and certification card. Includes transportation, lodging fees, park entrance fees and leadership. Deposit due March 11; balance due April 8. Trip Leader: Adam Penn

Summit a Mountain

with Georgia State University President Mark Becker Tuesday-Tuesday, May 26-June 2

Climb a mountain with the university’s President, Mark Becker. Dr. Becker – a seasoned climber who summited Washington’s Mt. Rainier in 2013 – wants you to join him and Carson Tortorige to summit nearby Mt. Baker (10,778 ft.) with professional mountain guides from the American Alpine Institute (AAI). The goal is for the trip to be free to students. See page 17 for more details.

Trip Leaders: President Mark Becker and Carson Tortorige

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Outdoor Equipment Rental Item

Price per day

Limit per person

Commuter bike***

Free

1

Tent (six-person)

$5/$6

2

Tent (four-person)

$4/$5

2

Tent (one/two-person)

$3/$4

2

Backpack w/cover (internal or external frame)

$3/$4

4

Sleeping bag

$3/$4

10

Ensolite pad

$2/$3

10

Cook kit (backpack or family)

$2/$3

4

Tarp (10’x10’ or larger)

$2/$3

4

Backpack stove**

$3/$4

4

2-burner stove**

$4/$6

4

Lantern**

$4/$6

4

Battery lantern

$2/$3

4

Water bottle

$1/$2

10

Poncho

$1/$2

10

Cooler

$3/$4

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Lower level | Student Recreation Center (outside entrance adjacent to parking deck driveway) 404-413-1772 Hours of Operation Jan. 7-April 27: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

April 28-June 5: Monday-Friday Noon-5 p.m.

Equipment must be picked up and returned during the above hours only.

Closures and Special Rental Deals Closed Monday, January 19 for MLK: free day Closed Monday-Friday, March 14-22 : four-day charge Closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day: free day Parking for Equipment Loading and Unloading Customers may park temporarily for free behind the Student Recreation Center in the space marked “Touch the Earth.” To gain access from parking gate attendant, tell the attendant you are a Touch the Earth customer. You will be able to park in the provided spaces and given a voucher that must be validated by TTE personnel in order to exit.

Rental Policies

1. Rental equipment is available for checkout to current GSU Whitewater Canoe* $20/$25 1 students, faculty and staff. GSU graduates must be members of the Student Recreation Center to enjoy this service. You Flatwater Canoe $10/$12 1 must present your Panther ID card.

Whitewater Kayak* $12/$15 1 2. A $20 deposit must be left for any reservation or rental. Full Recreational Kayak $8/$10 2 payment for equipment must be made when the equipment is (sit on top or sit in) picked up.

3. Deposit will be forfeited if reservation is not cancelled by Touring kayak $12/$15 1 5 p.m. on scheduled day of pick up.

Car kit $2/$3 1 4. Advance reservations must be made IN PERSON. 5. A Friday-Monday rental is assessed a two-day charge.

Wetsuit–Farmer John/Farmer Jane $4/$5 4 6. A $1 per item per day late fee is charged in addition to the Crash Pad $5/$7 2 daily rental fee. Exception: Bikes are charged $20 per day.

Camp/canoe seat $2/$3 4 7. Additional charges will apply for any equipment returned wet * NOTE: Requires completion of Touch the Earth clinic or school and permission from the outdoor recreation and/or dirty (i.e. tents and stoves).

8. Deposits may be held overnight for equipment needing coordinator. Call 404-413-1773 one week in advance. ** Customers will receive a stove or lantern with the equivalent of one full canister. inspection if equipment is returned after 5:30 p.m. *** Rental period up to three consecutive days maximum. Helmet, lock and lamps provided. Late Fee $20/day.

9. Upon return, all tents will receive a full set up inspection.

Bike Shop We offer “while you wait” services and referrals to local bike shops for more complex issues.

COST

Student/faculty, staff and recreation members

FREE Services: Pump Air • Seat height adjustment • Brake adjustment Tube Services: Tube replacement: $10 • Fix flat: $7 (patch) 15 New bikes for FREE bike-share rental. Now renting weekends!

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Touch the Earth Climbing Wall & Bouldering Cave Inquiries: 404-413-1772

Wall Hours of Operation January 12-April 27 Mondays, Wednesdays: 1-8:30 p.m.

Tuesdays, Thursdays: Noon-7 p.m.

Fridays: 1-5:30 p.m.

Closed when student classes are on break. Bouldering Cave open during normal building hours.

Free Try Climbing Anytime No certification required. Bring your PantherCard. All equipment provided.

Certification Clinics Includes belay skills, policies and procedures, and both a written and practical test. Good for one year. Register at least 24 hours in advance.

Fridays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.

Cost: $2/$4/$6 Certification Challenge

Experienced climbers may take the written and practical tests without the clinic. Good for one year. By appointment only.

Cost: $2/$2/$6 Certification Renewal

Demonstrate practical skills to the on-duty climbing wall supervisor.

Sign the Climbing Wall Agreement.

Good for one year. No cost.

Kids Climb

Children ages 8-18 may use the Climbing Wall when supervised and belayed by a certified parent, guardian or climbing wall staff.

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Lead Climbing

Experienced climbers may lead climb routes during normal hours.

You must follow the designated lead route. Ask about a Lead Climbing Certification Clinic to certify or challenge out. You must be belay certified for at least six months or prove significant experience.

Bouldering Cave

The cave has both vertical and horizontal overhanging terrain.

Any skill level may use it in a “no ropes� bouldering format. It is located across from racquetball court #4 adjacent to the Climbing Wall. Check in with the Climbing Wall attendant.

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Challenge Program Coordinator: Carson Tortorige ctort@gsu.edu Inquiries: 404-413-1772 | recreation.gsu.edu/cp About the Program This program offers groups, teams and individuals innovative ways to improve their abilities to work with others. Focus is on creative problem solving and effective communication. The experience will increase trust and enhance group cohesion. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of the group.

Location Sites vary depending the group’s preference. Groups may choose facilities and grounds from our our ropes course at Indian Creek Recreation Area, the downtown campus or off-campus locations.

Reservations Complete online reservation.

Reserve date and make payment at least one month in advance.

Confirm all details two weeks in advance. A minimum of a 10 person charge is required but larger or smaller groups are easily accommodated. Sessions may range from two hours to half-day or a full day.

Full day cost Up to $35 per GSU student.

Up to $45 per GSU faculty/staff.

Includes lunch. Other packages available at a lesser cost.

Non-GSU groups must contact ChallengeProgram@gsu.edu for fee structure.

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Off Campus Facilities Indian Creek Recreation area Location: 900 South Indian Creek Drive, Stone Mountain, Ga 30083

Lodge and Event Lawn Coordinator: Ellen Whitney 404-413-1794 | ewhitney2@gsu.edu

The new 4,700 square foot lodge is the perfect place for off campus events.

Individual rooms or the entire lodge may be reserved by chartered student organizations, faculty/staff departments for University approved meetings and for personal/social events by Recreation members. The lodge has a large meeting room, two breakout rooms, an open lobby reception area with fireplace, decks with seating and a catering kitchen. If you would like to host your event outside, we also have available for reservation a half acre event lawn.

Eligible users Student organizations, faculty/staff departments and Recreation members.

Panthersville Intramural Fields Location: 2401 Wildcat Road, Decatur, Ga 30034 Contact: Andy Hudgins 404-413-1765 | intramurals@gsu.edu This facility includes two large lighted fields, sundeck, restrooms and parking. This area is used for intramural and sport club events but may also be reserved by student groups.

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Pool Contact: Adam Penn 404-413-4272 | aquatics@gsu.edu Enjoy our pool, picnic areas, sand volleyball courts and snack bar open from Memorial day through Labor day. Private swim lessons are available.

Eligible users Current GSU students and Recreation members. See page 4 for membership rates.

Pool Day Pass

GSU student and Recreation members .......................................... free Faculty/staff/graduate day pass ................................................................. $3 Guests ......................................................................................... $3 per person (Limit 3 guests; must remain with member at all times.)

Pool Family Season Pass*

Currently GSU students ........................................................................... $50 Recreation member .................................................................................... $60 * For family access to ICRA pool only. Family memberships are limited to: mother, father, sibling, spouse, domestic partner and dependent children of GSU student or Recreation member.

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Special Events Contact: Caroline Dotts 404-413-1779 | ccox25@gsu.edu

Date

Time

Location

January

TRY ME Week

ENJOY these special events offered throughout the semester. Eligibility and fees vary per event. Check out our special events calendar on our website for specifics.

Do you want to sign up for a clinic but you’re not sure which one? Come try one, two, or as many as you would like for FREE during TRY ME Week.

January 12-16

BEASTMODE BEASTMODE is back! Are you ready? Be one of the first 40 to sweat it out in 4 different FREE fitness classes from January 20-26 and receive a free t shirt to show everyone you are in Beastmode. See your instructors for your card and stamps.

January 20-26

February

A Sweetheart of a Meal Learn how to prepare and cook a meal that your valentine will love. Includes cooking supplies and food, plus you get to take the meal home!

Wednesday, February 4 6-7:30p.m. $6 for students/SRC members Deadline Friday, January 30

Plunge with a Purpose Join us for the annual Plunge with a Purpose at the NEW Indian Creek facilities! The department or student group with the most plungers takes home the coveted Plunger Trophy. T-shirts and food provided.

100% of the proceeds go to the GSU Foundation Scholarship of the winning group’s choice.

Sunday, February 8 Check in: 2 p.m. $5 Plunge: 2:30 p.m.

Self Defense Class co-sponsored by Health Promotions & the GSU Police Department As part of Love your Body Week learn an easy way to love yourself by being confident.

Wednesday, February 11

Noon-3 p.m.

Martial Arts Studio

Partner Yoga Come out and try a new way to practice Yoga just in time for Valentine’s Day. Thursday, February 12

7-8 p.m.

Studio B

March

Navigating the Grocery Store: Spring Break edition Join us at Publix to learn strategies for making healthy food choices while grocery shopping on a budget. Includes transportation to/from Publix and a $9 food allowance.

Wednesday, March 11 2-4 p.m. $3 students/SRC members

Zumbathon® Ditch the workout and join the party! Come out for two great hours of our most popular fitness class at our fourth annual Zumbathon®.

Tuesday, March 24 6-8 p.m.

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Date

Time

Location

April

Panther Duathlon Challenge Join your fellow Panthers for the first running and indoor cycling challenge! Free t-shirts are provided to everyone who participates. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female winners!

Tuesday, April 14 6-8 p.m SRC Track/Omni Gym $5 for students/members

13th Annual Recreational Services Golf Tournament Enjoy a challenging day on the links. The costs for this four-person scramble will include green fees, range balls, mulligans, raffle tickets, gifts and lunch.

Late May 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $55 students/$95 members

May

Memorial Day Bash Help us welcome in summer with the opening of the Indian Creek Recreational Area pool! The ICRA pool is a great place to spend your summer months with family and friends, and what better way to enjoy it that with free food, games, inflatables, and FREE entry.

Monday, May 25 Noon-3 p.m.

Women on Weights: Empower Yourself Women on Weights

Women of GSU – do you want to learn how to lift weights but are intimidated or don’t know how?

Attend a three part class on proper weight lifting technique, weight room terminology, and the myths about becoming “bulky.”

Each class meets Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon $10 students/$20 SRC members per class OR $20 students/$40 SRC members for all 3 classes

Class 1: Facts vs. Fiction, Terminology, and the Back Squat Learn the latest science-based research on strength training, debunk the rumors about “bulking up,” compare different types of strength training programs, commonly used terms in the weight room, how to structure your workouts, and recommendations for rest and recovery. Afterwards, we start to break down the lifts, starting with the back squat!

Saturday, January 24

Class 2: The Overhead Press and Bench Press

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This class will tackle upper body lifts. Proper form and technique will be addressed, as well as options for modifications and progressions. This class will also cover upper body mobility as well.

Saturday, January 31

Class 3: The American Deadlift and Various Dumbbell Exercises .

Class 3 takes a look at the American Deadlift. Other types of deadlifts will be discussed, but the day is devoted to this lift and various dumbbell exercises you can add to your workouts as you prepare to head to the weight room on your own!

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Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity/educational institution and is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.To request disability accommodations, please contact Recreational Services at 404-413-1750, recreation@gsu.edu.