Harper College

Upcoming Events

Big Swim Challenge - Tuesday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 30

Hey lap swimmers! Compete against your fellow swimmers in this friendly competition during the month of April. Keep track of your laps every time you swim (any stroke) and the top 20 with the highest number of laps at the end of the challenge will win a prize. Sign up on the pool deck at the Rec Center April 1 through April 30.

30 - Day Plank Challenge - Sunday, April 6 to Monday, May 5

This 30-day challenge will help strengthen your core, improve stability, reduce back pain and build your overall endurance. Whether you practice on your own or attend our group exercise classes to practice your plank - you will build up enough strength in 30 days to compete in the Plank Competition on Tuesday, May 6. Planks will be performed on the forearms and toes.

Celebrate Earth Week and Walk, Run or Plog - April 16 to April 22

Campus Recreation wants you to stay healthy and save the earth too. Invite your friends and family to walk, run and plog outside for Earth Week! “Plogging” is the Swedish fitness craze designed to save the earth by picking up trash while you run or jog. Not into plogging? Try “plalking” which is walking while picking up trash.

5 DAYS | 5 EXERCISES | 5 MINUTES = 100 Rep Challenge - April 21 to April 25 

Join us in the Fitness Center (M2510) and test your endurance in this fun and engaging challenge. Time yourself to see how quickly you can complete as many full rounds of the designated 5 exercises in 5 minutes. One round consists of 20 reps of all 5 exercises for a total of 100 reps. This challenge can be completed as many times as you would like. Report your entries to the Fitness Floor Monitor. The top winner with the fastest time will receive an official Rec Center hoodie.

AFK in the Gaming Lounge - May 12 to May 16 from 12 to 8 p.m.

Need a break from finals stress? Stop by our AFK Zone—a cozy space to unwind, enjoy snacks, and take a moment for yourself. Whether you want to chill with music, do a quick puzzle, or just relax, this is your spot to reset before getting back to work. 

Spring II Group Exercise Schedule: Monday, March 17 through Sunday, June 1

Campus Recreation offers a variety of group exercise classes FREE for Harper students and Health and Recreation Center members! Our classes are led by certified group exercise instructors with expertise in providing motivating, challenging and fun group exercises classes to a wide range of populations. Formats include strength, yoga, spin and full body circuit and total body barre.

Scheduled Recreation: Badminton - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Scheduled recreation is a fun and social way to stay active, meet others, and build a community. Join us for badminton and sharpen your skills while staying active and engaged. 

Last Updated: 4/21/25