Fitness Frequently Asked Questions

When you walk into the group fitness studio you will be greeted by the instructor, who will check you into class. The instructor will tell you what equipment, if any, you will need and help you get set up.

Each class starts with a warm up, followed by a conditioning segment, and a cool down. Participants are encouraged to listen to their bodies and modify exercises as needed. We hope each participant leaves feeling both challenged and successful!

Yes, all participants must register for each group fitness class. Registration opens 49 in advance.

Login to the member portal or the Boise State Rec Center App. Click on your username or image on the top right corner of your screen. Select profile, select programs on the left side of the screen, select registrations, and cancel the class you want to cancel.

Participants may cancel their registration up to 3 hours before class. Participants who don’t cancel their registration 3 times, will be suspended from registering for group fitness classes for 1 week. Participants who are suspended may attend classes that are not full, but their spot is not guaranteed.

Backpacks, outdoor shoes, and other belongings can go in the lockers across from the group fitness studios.

Going barefoot or wearing grippy socks is recommended for barre and yoga, but participants are welcome to keep their shoes and/or socks on throughout the class.

No, you can wear tennis shoes or cycle shoes with clips.