From April 8 to 26 (Monday to Friday), stay active and reduce stress!

spring 2024 Stress busters

Stress-buster activities give McGill students a chance to stay active and unwind for free from Monday to Friday throughout the exam period.

See the schedule below.

Stress Busters Class Schedule (free)
From Monday to Friday, April 6 to 26

No registration required.
Classes are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Open to McGill students only. McGill student ID required
Scroll down for McGill B2 Gym Technique Classes.
Booty Bootcamp
Stressbusters

Get ready to sculpt, strengthen, and grow your glutes with diverse lower body workouts in a fun, inclusive booty bootcamp!

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

An energizing practice linking breath with movement. Flows will consist of breath work, sun salutations and all geared towards exploring a specific pose. Prepare to be energized and deepen your yoga practice. All levels welcomed!

Monday
6:15 to 7:00 p.m.
Jessica
Mind Body Room
Cardio Kickboxing
Stressbusters

A high energy, fast pace 45-minute class that combines martial arts techniques (kicking and punching) with fast-paced cardio movements. The class is a full body workout. It will have routines built into blocks of 3 circuits where movements such as squats, sumo squats, jumps are all combined with the traditional martial arts movements.

Monday
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Shere
Aerobics Room

Vinyasa Flow is associated with dynamic kind of Yoga. Vinyasa means the connection between yoga poses (asanas) and breath, creating a continuous flow of movement. The practice embraces flexibility and cardiovascular activity that contributes to enhancing immunity, supporting cardiovascular health and uplifting the mood.

Tuesday
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Paulina
Aerobics Room
All Terrain Spin
Stressbusters

A cycling class focusing on cardio, interval training, strength and endurance, while pedaling 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
5:45 to 6:45 p.m.
Huy
Spin 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.

Tuesday
6:30 to
7:15 p.m.
Qiurun
Mind Body Room

Dynamic, full-body, Latin-international dance workout. Fitness-dance with Salsa, Merengue, Hip hop, Arabic moves. Exercise and party in energetic group setting. Join the fun!

Wednesday
5:30 to
6:15 p.m.
Sara
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
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Qiurun
Aerobics Room

Carried out on specially designed stationary bicycles, the workout improves aerobic and anaerobic performance. Music and psychological stimuli are used to motivate participants through exciting workouts.

Wednesday
6:30 to
7:15 p.m.
Shere
Spin Room

Join this drill-style high intensity workout open for all. Modified and intermediate movements will be provided. Classes consist of both cardio and muscular conditioning in circuits of 4 followed by a break. Multiple mediums will be utilized throughout the program

Thursday
5:30 to
6:15 p.m.
Macy
Aerobics Room
All Terrain Spin
Stressbusters

A cycling class focusing on cardio, interval training, strength and endurance, while pedaling 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
5:45 to 6:45 p.m.
Huy
Spin Room

Muay Thai, sometimes referred to as Thai boxing, is a Thai martial art and full-contact combat sport that uses stand-up striking, sweeps, and various clinching techniques. In this class, you will learn the "Art of eight limbs", as it is characterised by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees and shins.

Thursday
7:00 to
8:00 p.m.
Vincent
Spin 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.

Friday
Noon to
12:45 p.m.
Emily
Mind Body Room

Stress Busters Personal Trainer-Led
Technique Classes

Available to McGill B2 Gym members only.
Maximum of 4 participants per class. Please check in at the front desk of the B2 Gym.
Classes are on a first come, first served basis.
Tuesday,
April 9
7:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Vinu
B2 Gym
Tuesday,
April 9
7:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Vinu
B2 Gym
Tuesday,
April 9
8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Vinu
B2 Gym
Glutes Workout  
Stressbusters
Thursday,
April 11
7:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym
Thursday,
April 11
7:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym

Thursday,
April 11
8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym
Thursday,
April 18
7:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym
Thursday,
April 18
7:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym
Thursday,
April 18
8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym
Thursday,
April 25
7:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym
Glutes Workout
Stressbusters
Thursday,
April 25
7:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym

Thursday,
April 25
8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Sara
B2 Gym