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Specialty Programs

​Specialty Fitness provides you with a chance to take your workout to the next level or just add some variety. These are fee-based classes provide individualized attention, unique challenges, and a community atmosphere. Check out Children's Classes HERE​​ ​

Defy gravity with Aerial Fitness! This is an 8-week session. During this session you will be taught aerial sling basic flows and tricks. Each week you will gain strength and confidence on the sling, learning new tricks and combos! All levels welcome, this class is open to anyone who wants to try a new type of fitness. 

January 4th - March 22nd 

Tuesdays || 5:15 - 6:30 pm || Studio D

Single Session: 

Student: $12

Member: $15

Non-Member: $20 

 

Register HERE

 

Defy gravity with Aerial Flow! This is an 8-week session. During this session you will be taught aerial sling basic flows and tricks. Each week you will gain strength and confidence on the sling, learning new tricks and combos! All levels welcome, this class is open to anyone who wants to try a new type of fitness. 

January 4th - March 22nd 

Wednesdays || 5-6:15 pm || Studio D

Single Session: 

Student: $12

Member: $15

Non-Member: $20 

 

Register HERE

 

Not offered in the Winter Session

 

Take your fitness to the water with Aqua Fit! This low-impact class is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength. The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water dumbbells and flotation belts.

 

 

Want to learn how to add weight training to your workout? Sign up for this program that will take you through workouts and teach you the principles of weight training, progressive loading, push vs. pull, and how to train each muscle group."

Winter Session 

Find the next class on the app!

Student: $10

Member: $15

Non - Member: $20 

Register HERE

Personal Trainers also provide private or buddy sessions that will be tailored to your individual needs. Sign up for this services through Personal Training.

4-Week Clinic

Learn the basics of Pickleball and play organized games with others!

Dates: April 14-May 5
Day: Fridays
Time: 10-11am
DePaul Students: $40
Ray Members: $50
Non-members: $60
Ages: 18 and up

Register here!

Self-defense classes are designed to provide participants with techniques to use in the event of a physical threat. Participants will participate in hands-on, physical demonstrations and practice. All sessions are for limited to ages 18 and older.

Intro Sessions - DPU Students Only

Dates: April 7, May 26, June 2
Time: 2-3pm
Cost: Free

DePaul Students Only

Dates: April 14-May 19
Days: Fridays
Time: 2-3pm
Cost: $10 per session

Open Session

Dates: April 14-May 19
Day: Fridays
Time: 3-4pm
DePaul Students: $10 per session
Ray Members: $15 per session
Non-members: $20 per session
Ages: 18 and up

 

 

Not offered in the Winter session 

Looking to participate in a Triathlon, or just want to gain the endurance to have the ability to? Try Tri Training! This is an open level 18 week triathlon training program - registration will be available in 4 week chunks. So, whether you are looking to complete the Chicago triathlon, or are wanting to do one in the future, we've got you covered.

 

 

This is a 6-week program that focuses on weight lifting techniques and workouts designed for women. Throughout this program, you will be taken through weekly workouts where the goal is to increase your strength, knowledge on lifting, and confidence in the weight room. Each week will focus on a different component of weight lifting, and the benefits of it for women. This is a woman focused program, where you will learn how to design a program based on your anatomy and physiology - and also how to tailor your workouts based on your cycle. This course is led by our amazing instructor Claire Trinkle! This class is not offered during the Summer

 

Winter Session 

Details to come. 

Register HERE

Are you interested in the development of the mind/body connection while strengthening and toning? Then it's time to to take it to a new level in our Yoga and Pilates classes. Visit our Yoga and Pilates page to find out about course offerings! 
Register at the Ray Membership Services desk, online or through the Ray at DePaul App. Have questions about classes? Contact MaryKate Welch​.