Fitness

Pilates at the Barre

Experience a unique fusion of Afrobeats energy and Pilates precision in this dynamic, low-impact workout. Set to vibrant rhythms like Afrobeats, Reggae, and Soca, this class combines ballet-inspired footwork, full-body sculpting, and mindful movement for strength and flexibility. Using dumbbells and resistance bands, you’ll tone muscles, improve posture, and boost endurance—all while moving to the beat. Perfect for all fitness levels, this session delivers a fun, empowering way to build strength.

Hip Hop Step

Step is a high-energy cardio workout that uses a height-adjustable step platform to boost endurance, coordination, and agility. Set to upbeat music, this class combines choreographed movements with interval training to challenge your heart and muscles. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned stepper, you'll enjoy a fun, rhythmic workout that burns calories and strengthens your lower body.

Yoga

Yoga is class that involves mind-body connection which helps develop focus, balance, strength & flexibility. With each pose, the body grows stronger and more toned to function better on a daily basis. This class is designed to provide instructions on the basic yoga methods, breathing and stretching. All fitness levels are welcomed.

Zumba

Ditch the workout, join the dance party! Zumba blends upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography. This total body workout feels like a celebration. All fitness levels are welcomed.

Joelle Jenkins

Joelle is a certified yoga and Lagree instructor who loves helping others find strength, balance, and confidence through movement. With over eight years of experience in fitness and wellness, her classes focus on mindful alignment, endurance, and empowerment. Joelle values building genuine connections and believes movement is one of the best ways to bring people together. She’s excited to create a welcoming, uplifting community at the UHD Wellness and Success Center where everyone can grow, recharge, and feel their best.

Missy Adeboyejo

Missy is a CPR and AFAA certified fitness instructor. She has been teaching fitness classes for three years and is currently teaching Step Aerobics on campus. She is a junior majoring in Biology, and passionate about health, wellness, and all things fitness. Missy loves running, watching shows in her downtime, and anything that involves sports. Missy's goal is to help others discover the joy of movement and build confidence through staying active.

Jessica Greene

Meet Jessica, your Zumba instructor! She is a native Houstonian, wife, mom and volunteer! She currently volunteers at Baker Ripley Community Center as a Group Fitness Instructor. Since she can remember, she has loved to dance, but just for fun. Now, she is turning her passion for dancing into fitness routines and wants to share those moves with you! As an advocate of dance fitness, she believes that staying fit doesn't have to be boring. During her class, you will be learning everything Zumba, hip-hop, R & B and more!

Alec Gilbert

Alec Gilbert is a personal trainer dedicated to helping clients build strength, move better, and feel confident in their bodies. With a strong foundation in physical therapy, Alec has been working in the field since 2022, gaining hands-on experience in movement mechanics, injury prevention, and rehabilitation-based training.

His background in physical therapy sparked a deeper passion for one-on-one coaching, leading him to pursue his ISSA certification and begin training clients individually in 2025. Alec brings a thoughtful, intentional approach to fitness, bridging the gap between rehab and performance, to help clients train safely, effectively, and with purpose.

Alec’s training style emphasizes proper technique, functional strength, and long-term progress. He understands that every body is different, and he meets clients where they are, whether they’re new to the gym, returning from injury, or looking to elevate their training.

Be A Certified Personal Trainer

Interested in health and fitness? Want to become a certified personal trainer? Stay tuned for Fall 2026 class.