WHAT'S NEW IN 2009!

Couch to 5K Program – We’ll give you all the info you need to successfully train yourself to jog a 5K (3.1 miles) here on campus! This is a nine week program which gradually helps you build your stamina and muscle tone in order to complete a 5K. The Rider Turkey Trot will be held on campus on Saturday, Nov. 21st. This program is free to anyone who would like to check a 5K off their list of cool things to accomplish!

Dorm Room Diet and Workout Seminar – Join us for this one hour seminar/workshop dedicate to incorporating and maintaining a healthy outlook into your lifestyle. We’ll spend some time discussing Daphine Oz’s book, The Dorm Room Diet, which will help you make nutrious decisions in Daly’s and at home. The second half of the workshop is dedicated to a Dorm Room Workout, which you can perform in your own room when you are on a limited time frame and/or just don’t feel like hitting the gym.

Shotokan Karate Class – This class will be offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 830-930pm throughout the semester beginning Sept. 14th. The first two classes are “trial” classes and should you decide this is the right sport for you, it’s only $30 to continue for the remainder of the semester (this small fee includes your uniform and belt!).

Intramural Team Tennis – We’re taking tennis to the next level this year! Students will comprise themselves into teams of 2-4 players and compete in one of the world’s most popular sports! Matches will include 2 singles sets and a doubles set. For more information on rules and registration, check out the Intramural page!

Field Day – Recreation Programs is bringing it back to the old school on Friday, September 25th with our Field Day! We will be out on Daly’s field from 4pm – 6pm playing all of our favorite outdoor games. We’ll have Home Run Derby, Football Accuracy Toss, Baggo, Washers, Soccer kicking, and much more. To conclude the evening, we will have a two person relay race including wheelbarrow, three-legged, and other great games. We’ll even have great treats, such a Snocone vendor! Come out and enjoy a great day of fun with friends.

Sand Volleyball Tournament – This tournament will be the first of its kind for our department. Rec Programs is going to the beach on Saturday, September 26th for our first ever Sand Volleyball Tournament. Teams will be competing against one another on the Volleyball courts located in front of Poyda as well as in the residence quad to determine who the King of Rider’s sand castle is truly. Register your team of 4-6 players in the Intramural office, located on the 2nd Floor of the SRC.

STAPLES OF REC PROGRAMS!

Intramural Flag Football and Soccer – Two of our most popular sports. All levels of skill are welcome to participate, there is room for everyone. Don’t have a team? Sign up as a Free Agent and we’ll find one for you!

Fall Back Into Shape Fitness Incentive Program – anyone can boost their physical fitness and give themselves a challenge by participating in our 8 week program. We award you for begin active and getting those workouts in!

Club Sports – see the link below for more information

Recreation Programs Info Night – stop by the SRC on Thursday, Sept 10th from 5-10pm to register for IMs, ask questions about Club Sports, and participate in our putting contest to win free entries into our annual Golf Tournament

White Water Rafting Trip!! Hurry and register for this one as it sells out quickly! $15 buys you a round trip bus fare, a 5 hour excursion down the Lehigh River with beautiful sights of the Delaware Water Gap as well as Class I-III rapids! Stop by the Ticket Booth of the SRC for more details.

Ticket Booth hours are M-F 11am-1pm and 3pm-430pm.