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Join the Hokie Movement

Transform your routine and discover easy ways to incorporate fitness into your busy class and work schedules and experience the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.

The Hokie Movement campaign was created by Recreational Sports in 2019 to promote the benefits of regular exercise and provide accessible resources for VT students, staff, and faculty to incorporate more movement into their daily lives.


Hokie Movement Week

Get ready to move, connect, and celebrate — Hokie Movement Week is happening March 27 to April 3!
Whether you're looking to play, learn, or just have fun, we’ve got free activities and events for everyoneno experience needed to join in!
Just bring your Hokie Passport to check in at each activity or event.

Hokie Movement Week Events & Activities

ThursdayMarch 27

  • Dodgeball Meetup & Play | 4–6 PM | War Memorial Hall
    Jump in for casual dodgeball games — no team needed! Sign up here.

Friday, March 28

  • Horseback Riding Lessons | 12–3 PM | Equitation Barn - 472 Plantation Rd.
    No prior riding experience needed — try something new! Sign up here.
  • Hokie Swim Lessons | 1–2:30 PM | McComas Hall Pool
    Learn the basics or improve your swim skills with instructors. Sign up here.

Saturday, March 29

  • Chipping & Putting Golf Clinic | 9 AM–12 PM | VT Golf Course
    Learn to improve your game in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting. Sign up here.

Wednesday, April 2

  • Bouldering Wall Day | All Day | Venture Out Center
    Challenge yourself on the bouldering wall — gear provided! Sign up here starting March 26th.
Friday, April 11
  • Challenge Course | 5 PM - 7 PM | Challenge Course w/ Venture Out
    Challenge yourself on the Challenge Course — gear provided! Sign up here.

Free Select Group Exercise Classes All Week — No Pass or Membership Needed!

We’re offering free, select group exercise classes during Hokie Movement Week — no Rec Sports membership or Group Exercise pass required.

  • Students: Join any of the select classes (except Faculty/Staff classes).
  • Faculty, Staff, & Non-student Wage Employees: Join any select classes — no membership or Group Exercise pass needed!

All you need is your Hokie Passport to check in at the front desk and class.

Classes include Cardio Dance, BodyPump, TBS, and TREDZ!

Hokie Movement Celebration

Join us on April 4 for the Hokie Movement Celebration

A one-of-a-kind event to wrap up Hokie Movement Week. Expect good vibes, fun activities, free stuff, and a chance to hang with your fellow Hokies. We’re bringing the energy—you just need to show up! More details dropping soon; but trust us, you won’t want to miss this. Stay tuned and mark your calendar!