December 8 to 18, 2025

STudent
sRESSBUSTERS

Join us at the McGill Sports Complex from December 8 to 18 for free fitness classes to help combat exam stress.

See the schedule below.

Stressbuster Schedule
December 8 to 18

No registration required.
Classes are offered on a first come, first served basis. Spots are limited.
Open to McGill students only. McGill student ID required.
For McGill staff, please see the schedule here.

Pilates teaches body mechanics, balance, coordination, positioning of the body, spatial awareness, strength, and flexibility. Participants exercise on a floor mat in a slow and controlled manner working to develop good posture and body alignment.

Monday
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Sarah H.
Aerobics Room

Zumba dance is a fun, effective, full-body workout with a blend of Latin and international rhythms. With the fitness-dance choreography, you will also learn a mix of Salsa, Merengue, hip hop, and Arabic dance moves, all while working out in an energetic group environment. Zumba is exercising and partying at the same time, so, what are you waiting for?

Tuesday
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Sara G.
Aerobics Room
All Terrain Spin
Stressbusters

A cycling class  focusing on cardio, interval training, strength and endurance, while pedalling  to the beat of heart-pounding music. You are in total control of the  intensity of your workout and no experience riding a bike is required to take  this class. Newcomers should show up early to be set up properly on the bike  by the instructor.

Tuesday
6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Huy
Spin Room

Taking elements from dance, yoga and pilates, barre fitness is a group workout class that focuses on postural alignment and the strengthening of the lower limbs through isometric and eccentric contractions. This fun and challenging class emphasize core engagement, stability and functional flexibility.

Tuesday
7:00 to 7:45 p.m.
Caelen
Aerobics Room

Pilates teaches body mechanics, balance, coordination, positioning of the body, spatial awareness, strength, and flexibility. Participants exercise on a floor mat in a slow and controlled manner working to develop good posture and body alignment.

Wednesday
5:00 to 5:45 p.m.
Tiera
Aerobics Room

In this class we will take the time to settle into our body and our breath. Hatha yoga works on being mindful of the body through basic asanas (yoga postures). Moving the body through a flow of physical postures, we will prepare the body and mind for Savasana—the final resting posture.

Wednesday
6:00 to 6:45 p.m.
Tiera
Aerobics Room

A vinyasa-style  (flow) class focusing on full-body movements and postures linked together  through breath. Standing and sitting sequences are both incorporated to  promote overall stability through strength and flexibility. The class is  welcome to all levels as there will be variations for every pose, though some  previous yoga experience is recommended.

Thursday
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Lekha
Mind/Body Room
All Terrain Spin
Stressbusters

A cycling class  focusing on cardio, interval training, strength and endurance, while pedalling  to the beat of heart-pounding music. You are in total control of the  intensity of your workout and no experience riding a bike is required to take  this class. Newcomers should show up early to be set up properly on the bike  by the instructor.

Thursday
6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Huy
Spin Room
K-Pop Random Play Dance Event
Stressbusters

Note: This event will take place on Thursday, December 11 only.

Get ready to groove in this high-energy K-pop random play dance event! Songs from your favourite groups will play at random; jump in when you know the choreography and show off your moves. Not a dancer? Feel free to stop by, listen to some great songs, watch the dances, and connect with fellow K-pop fans! It’s all about fun, community, and celebrating K-pop together.

Thursday
6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Emilie/Laura/Ellie
Studiodio

Pilates teaches body mechanics, balance, coordination, positioning of the body, spatial awareness, strength, and flexibility. Participants exercise on a floor mat in a slow and controlled manner working to develop good posture and body alignment. 

Friday
12:15 to 1:00 p.m.
Emily
Aerobics Room