Union College Athletics

Updated: 8/27/2026

The Department of Athletics offers our students, faculty and staff the opportunity to learn the skills of selected lifetime sports and promote wellness through our class offerings. Wellness and physical education classes are not for-credit and are completely voluntary. These classes are available to all full-time Union students, employees, employee spouse/Domestic Partner and Alumni.

The Union Wellness Program will pay half the cost of classes for benefits eligible employees ($50 maximum). 

Quick Links: Spinning Classes | Group Fitness Classes | Yoga Classes | Personal Training

Benefits Eligible Employees, Non-Benefits Eligible Employees, Students, Retirees, Spouses and Alumni please use the following link to register for Wellness classes: Union College Wellness/Fitness Class Offerings
 
Once on the website, please click on the class you would like to sign up for and add the class to your cart based on your distinction (Benefits Eligible Employee or Non Benefits Eligible Employee, Student, Retirees, Spouse or Alumni).  
  You may create an account or check out as a guest.
 
*If you are not sure if you are eligible for the Union Wellness Program Benefit, please email Michael Polsinelli at polsinem@union.edu.
 
Registration will run from Wednesday, September 9th until Friday, September 18th ending at 3:00pm.  Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis and closes when the classes reach their maximum enrollment. If a class that you are trying to sign up for reaches capacity, please email polsinem@union.edu to be put on a wait list.
 
Spinning Classes

Cycle Sculpt-Cycle Sculpt is an intense combo class that will push your body to the limit. It combines indoor cycling, a low-impact, high-intensity cardio workout with resistance training, to build strength for a full-body workout.  Expect to work with resistance bands and your own body-weight. Class starts with 30 minutes on the bike and finishes with 15 minutes of strength training off the bike and a cool-down stretch to wrap it up. All Cycle Sculpt classes will be held on the Alumni Gym Balcony or the Breazzano Fitness Center Upper Level.

Cycle Sculpt beginning September 21st  (22 classes)
Monday/Wednesday/Friday (12:00 PM - 12:50 PM) with Marta Dauphinee
Fee: $84

Group Fitness Classes

Couch to 5K-This outdoor class will focus on flexibility and mobility training, along with walking and running technique review.  Participants would build up to a 5K distance by Thanksgiving. Optional culmination of class would be to participate in the Schenectady Cardiac Classic on Thanksgiving Day or in any 5K in your own locality.  Inclement  weather the class will be held in the Breazzano Fitness Center in Alumni Gym.  All Couch to 5K classes will be held on the Outdoor Track or the Breazzano Fitness Center in the Alumni Gym.

Group Fitness-Couch to 5K- beginning September 21st (23 classes)
Monday/Wednesday/Friday (7:15 AM - 8:00 AM) with Amy Jessup
Fee: $88

Barre Fusion-An all-levels fitness class that combines elements from barre, Pilates and yoga. This is a whole-body workout with both mat and standing work.  Our barre moves will be practiced "off the barre" for an additional challenge. Build strength, flexibility and body awareness with a low-impact, medium-intensity workout that will leave you feeling energized and strong.  Mats and props will be provided.  Participants should bring a water bottle.  All Barre Fusion classes will be held in the Lower Exercise Room in the Alumni Gym.

Group Fitness-Barre Fusion- beginning September 21st (13 classes)
Monday & Wednesday (5:00 PM - 5:50 PM) with Eliza Patterson
Fee: $50

Mat Pilates-Mat Pilates is a low-impact all-levels fitness class that focuses on building strength, flexibility and postural alignment. Each class will work to balance and strengthen all muscle groups, with an emphasis on core strength and spinal mobility. Challenging but accessible, Mat Pilates is a great way to lengthen and sculpt your body and will leave you feeling strong and mobile. All Mat Pilates classes will be held in the Lower Exercise Room in the Alumni Gym.

Group Fitness-Mat Pilates-beginning September 21st (13 classes)
Monday & Wednesday (6:00 PM - 6:50 PM) with Eliza Patterson
Fee: $50

Total Body Revitalize-This class is all about revitalizing your body from head to toe through a comprehensive and well-rounded workout. With a combination of strength training, cardiovascular exercises and flexibility work, Total Body Revitalize will help you achieve overall fitness and well-being. Our experienced trainer will guide you through a variety of exercises that target different muscle groups, improve your endurance and leave you feeling invigorated and ready to take on whatever challenge life throws your way. Join us to experience the transformational power of Total Body Revitalize!  All Total Body Revitalize classes will be held in the Lower Exercise Room in the Alumni Gym.

Group Fitness-Total Body Revitalize-beginning September 22nd (12 classes)
Tuesday & Thursday (12:00 PM - 12:50 PM) with Darcie Adams
Fee: $46

Zumba-®Get ready to move and groove! Join our Zumba® class and party your way to fitness. With Latin and international rhythms, paired with easy to follow moves. No dance experience needed. Zumba® is for everyBODY, regardless of age, fitness level, or dance background. It burns calories, boosts your mood and improves your fitness in a fun, supportive atmosphere.  All Zumba-® classes will be held in the Lower Exercise Room in the Alumni Gym.

Group Fitness-Zumba-®-beginning September 22nd (16 classes)
Tuesday & Thursday (5:00 PM - 5:50 PM) with Rayda Cicchetti
Fee: $60

Yoga Class 

Yoga Flow-Yoga Flow is designed to improve strength, flexibility and balance. Beginners and experienced yoga practitioners are welcome! Participants will be guided through a series of yoga postures with a strong focus on alignment and the connection between body, mind and breath. The class begins with a brief guided meditation into breath awareness, includes warm ups, a main flow practice and ends with a cool down and relaxation to leave you feeling refreshed!  All Yoga Flow classes will be held in the Lower Exercise Room in the Alumni Gym.

Yoga Flow-beginning September 21 (15 classes)
Monday & Wednesday (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) with Melissa Bartlett
Fee: $66

Adult Swim Lessons-Have you wanted to learn how to swim but never had an opportunity? This is a class that will teach you how to swim! No experience needed. We will learn how to float, tread water, be able to jump in a pool and comfortably get back to the wall! You will need a swim suit no cap is required but have your hair tied back. If you would like goggles please bring them with you.  There will be an instructor and lifeguard.  Come out and learn how to swim! The maximum capacity for this class is 8 people.  All Adult Swim Lessons classes will be held in the Pool in the Alumni Gym.

Adult Swim Lessons-beginning September 22 (10 classes)
Tuesday & Thursday (8:00 PM - 8:50 PM) with Olivia Parham
Fee: $76

Personal Training 

The Athletic Department is pleased to offer personal training services to the Campus Community with Darcie Adams 

DARCIE ADAMS
Darcie Adams has been in the fitness industry professionally since 1998.  She has been a Certified Personal Trainer since 2003.  For 15 years, she held the position as a Health & Fitness Director of a non-for-profit community center. In this position, she has helped other personal trainers and group fitness instructors develop their skills.  She has performed one-on-one fitness trainings with a broad range of clientele. She is a presenter/pro-trainer for FiTour (2009-present) and was an AFAA Examiner (2002-2016).  Darcie attends fitness conferences yearly and has many continuing educational course credits from SCW, AAAI/ISMA and AFAA. Her areas of proficiency are group fitness classes from the young to older active adults, fitness assessments, one-on-one and group training sessions.  She enjoys all aspects of the health and wellness field. She motivates you to want to do your best and just when you think you're there, you find you have a little bit more to give! 

Some of the services offered include:
- Personal training programs designed to your specific fitness goals
- One-on-one personal training sessions
- Small group personal training sessions
- Instruction on how to use the fitness equipment.

Fee:
$40.00 - 1-hour session
$60.00 - 1-hour small group (2-3 people) session
$300.00 - 10 1-hour sessions (if prepaid; no refunds; does not apply to small group sessions)

Contact Information:
Darcie Adams: 518-937-3902 or adamsd@union.edu

A consultation is recommended prior to beginning any program and payment is due in the Administrative Offices in Alumni Gym prior to your appointment.