American Heart Association Certification Course (Combination eLearning + In-Person)
Recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED + relieve choking safely.
Blended learning combination of self-directed eLearning (online portion) followed by a hands-on (in-person) session.
Online and in-person sessions require separate fees and registrations.
Certification by American Heart Associated is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of course.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members, All Other TMC Institutions + UT System Alumni
Dates
Offered the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month:
January 11th
February 8th
March 8th
April 12th
May 10th
Times
12:00 - 1:00PM (For up to 6 participants.)
1:15 - 2:15PM (If 12:00PM class is full.)
2:30 - 3:30PM (If 1:15PM class is full.)
Participants will be assigned a class time upon enrolling.
Registration prior to day of class is recommended!
Entry Fee
Online Portion
Paid directly to the American Heart Association:
$31
Hands-On Session
Paid directly to the Recreation Center:
$20 - UTHealth Students
$25 - Current Rec Center Members
$30 - All Other Texas Medical Center Institutions or UT System Alumni
Registration
Step 1: Visit https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls to purchase + complete online training portion.
Step 2. Complete Registration Form, bring printed eLearning certificate + payment to the Rec Center to enroll for required hands-on session.
*******eLearning certificate must be submitted at time of hands-on registration.
Log 1,200 minutes in this 6-week, self-paced challenge!
1 minute of exercise = 1 point. Think you've got what it takes?
Work out at the Rec Center, at home, outside or do whatever you want!
This is your challenge. Do what you love, when you can + track your own results.
Earn all 1,200 points and earn a prize!
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members
Challenge Dates
1/17 — 2/25 [Minutes due every Monday.]
Entry Fee
Free!
Registration
Registration opens 1/3. To sign up, just complete the Registration Form!
Note: Link to Registration Form will only work during enrollment period: 1/3 to 1/16.
Entry deadline is 1/16. Spots are limited!
Run, bike + swim over 200 miles in this 6-week, self-paced challenge
Get laps in our pool, spin on our bikes, run on our treadmills or outdoor trail or do it on your own!
This is your challenge to log more miles than ever. Go where you like, when you can + track your own results. .
Because one sport isn't hard enough! All finishers competitors earn a prize!
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members
Dates
3/14 — 4/22
Entry Fee
Free!
Registration
Registration opens 2/28. To sign up, just complete the Registration Form!
Note: Link to Registration Form will only work during enrollment period: 2/28 to 3/13.
Entry deadline is 3/13. Spots are limited!
Identify strengths and opportunities in fitness and aide in setting attainable goals.
Includes:
Body Composition Analysis
Cardiovascular Endurance Test
Muscular Strength/Endurance Test
Flexibility Test
Body Fat Percentage
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members
Pricing
$30 - UTHealth Students
$35 - Rec Center Members
$50 - All Other TMC Institutions
Availability
Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 2:30PM
Appointment required.
Contact Corey Jefferson, call him at 713-500-8427, or stop by to set-up!
Your goals, fitness level, schedule and medical history are all vital.
As you progress, your Certified Personal Trainer will too.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members and Eligible Members
Pricing
Various sessions and packages are available by visiting the new Personal Training Rate Sheet.
Availability
Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 2:30PM
Appointment required.
Contact Corey Jefferson, call him at 713-500-8427, or stop by to set-up!
Gain confidence in the weight room and cardio area.
Learn equipment adjustments for proper biomechanics, safety and effectiveness.
Led by a Personal Trainer on a one-on-one or small group basis.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members
Pricing
Free!
Availability
Monday through Friday 5:30AM to 2:30PM
Appointment required.
Contact Corey Jefferson, call at 713-500-8427, or stop by to set!