Community Walker Information

All community walkers are required to complete a new application prior to the start of the Fall 2007 semester.

Please download the application (PDF) or request a copy at the Welcome Center.

The DBRC track will be closed for walking 4 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday so the College's track team can practice. Also, please be aware that the track may be closed at other times due to special events.

If possible, the ideal times to walk are 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

To determine if the track is open at a specific time, please call the Welcome Desk at 740-376-4554.

The Dyson Baudo Recreation Center (DBRC) opened on the Marietta College campus in 2003 and contains:

• an indoor track that encircles four multipurpose courts,
• a crew training facility,
• a fitness center,
• two racquetball courts,
• a wheelchair-accessible weight room,
• a multipurpose room and
• a two-story climbing wall.

Download the complete Weight Room and Fitness Center Rules (PDF).

• Proper athletic shoes are required to be owrn in all facilities. The appropriate shoes must be carried in and worn during activities.

• Proper attire is expected. Shirts must be worn at all time. No tank tops, cut-out shirts or midriff shirts.

• Food and beverages are not to be consumed in any activity areas.

• No smoking or use of tobacco of any kind is permitted in the facility.

• No alcoholic beverages are to be brought inside the building.

• All authorized users must present their I.D. at the Welcome Center for verification in order to check out or use recreational equipment.

Summer 2009 Classes

Strength, Core & Flexibility: 12-1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Looking for a one-stop class that covers it all?  This wide-ranging workout includes strength training, cardio, core strength and flexibility training in a convenient lunch-hour workout.

Monday: Core Day. Using exercises and movements grounded in basic Pilates, we will work the entire core area and target our "powerhouse" muscles to increase our inner strength.

Wednesday: Cardio Day. Based in step aerobics, we will elevate our heart rates and move with choreography.  The class will start with basic step move and progress to more challenging work. The intensity level can be adjusted by changing the height of the step or moving to the floor, if necessary.

Friday: Resistance and Flexibility Day. Hand weights, exertubes, body balls and floor work will be incorporated to build strong and lean muscles. A comprehensive stretch segment will be included to lengthen our muscles and gain flexibility. Class ends with a relaxation segment.

Participants at any level can benefit from all three modes of exercise offered here. Instructor will check form and adapt levels and intensity to meet the needs and skills of each person as needed.

Music will be used. Wear comfortable clothing.

All you need to bring with you is an open mind. We provide the rest!

Instructor: Renee Bloomingdale

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Strength Training: 12-1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday
This class will be held in the weight room and fitness center. We will be using free weights and resistance machines. A designed workout will be given to each student, and options will be shown and offered as alternatives.

Strength training is especially important for women, as lean muscle mass boosts the metabolism, and weight training helps protect the bones.

No music used.

Instructor: Linda Fleming

Location: Fitness Center and Weight Room

Basic Step: 4:30- 5:25 p.m. Monday, Wednesday
If you’ve never taken a step class, or just one or two, this is the class for you! Learn all the basic steps, cues and simple choreography without the pressure of an advanced class. This class is geared toward new beginners and anyone who has a couple of step classes under their belt and wants to refresh their skills at a slower pace.  Music will be used as we progress (beginning with slower tempo work and then building). Come learn a new and fun way to get cardio into your fitness routine!

Instructor: Sherry Potochnik

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Kickboxing: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday
This class is a challenging cardio workout using movements of martial arts combined with some aerobic choreography. Punches and kicks are used to elevate your heart rate to give you a great sweat. Some squats and lunges are added during class to work on building strength in the legs and glutes.

Ab work and low back exercises are also involved at the end of class to work on a well-balanced strong torso, followed by a good stretch. Instructor will be checking on your form throughout classes.

Music is used.

Instructor: Renee Bloomingdale

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Yoga: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday
Relax and renew body and spirit with an eclectic style of yoga using gentle stretches and deep breathing. Students will enjoy an invigorating workout, calming breath practice, and the opportunity to discover how yoga can be anyone’s lifetime exercise choice.

No experience necessary. All levels welcome. Mats will be provided. Loose clothing and bare feet are recommended.

Bring a pencil and paper for practice notes.

Instructor: Joy Held

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Yoga-Tude: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday
Get your attitude adjusted! This is a gym-based yoga class suitable for all levels.  This class uses classic yoga poses and positions to create a dynamic, low-impact workout. A gentle warm-up, followed by a powerful working segment, finishing with floor stretches and a final resting pose are sure to leave you feeling revived, renewed, and ready for anything.

Music may be used.

Instructor: Anne Gray

Location: Multi-purpose Room

Yoga with Weights: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday
Yoga with weights is a 30-minute session that follows a prescribed routine in a particular order each weekly practice. Uses small hand weights (2-5 pounds). You will tone arms, legs, and abs while holding traditional yoga postures like Warrior II and working with traditional weight training moves such as bicep curl and chest fly at the same time. Some previous knowledge of yoga is recommended. Bring your own set of weights if you can. Students will also learn "Victorious Breath" or ujjayi pranayama to accompany each routine for greater calorie burn and to increase the intensity of the workout. This series is great for improving bone density. You will definitely feel this one the next day depending on the weights you choose. Drink water before and after but not during the practice to avoid cramps. It's fun and adds a new layer of texture and interest to an existing exercise regimen. Suitable for ages 14 and up.

Instructor: Joy Held

Location: Multi-purpose Room