Upcoming Events

Start your year off right with our special Fitness Week, packed with expert-led classes for you to explore all week long. Join as many sessions as you like – ranging from Yoga Sculpt to Pilates, Freeform Fusion, and so much more.

Over this week, we've added more of your favorite fitness classes plus brand-new offerings – ranging from classes focused on building strength to those dedicated to enhancing flexibility, improving cardiovascular health, developing core stability, and more. Work towards achieving a well-rounded, healthy body and receive mindfulness, mindset, and motivation tips from our trainers and performance scientists along the way.

After booking your stay with us, a Wellness Guide will contact you to arrange the classes you’re most interested in.

In addition to this event, you can enjoy all of the daily activities that Tucson, AZ offers. Explore our sample schedule.

Samuel Barthel, MS, CSCS, Senior Performance Scientist is committed to helping our guests create individualized and holistic plans that work, so they will meet their wellness and fitness goals. He empowers guests by educating them on their current fitness status, through research-backed exercise assessments, and then coaches them on how to accomplish their goals.

Sam comes to the Canyon Ranch Fitness & Movement team after working two years with the Philadelphia 76ers as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Sport Scientist. Previously, he was a graduate assistant at Michigan State University with the Men's and Women's basketball teams — assisting in all aspects of strength and conditioning and sport science. While at MSU, he also taught 100-200 level wellness and anatomy classes. An athlete and a scholar, Sam has published research in the areas of motorsport and equine physiology.

Mike Siemens, MS, RCEP, Director of Performance Science works one-on-one with our guests, creating customized exercise programs for a wide variety of fitness levels and movement goals. He also hires, trains, and mentors our team of Exercise Physiologists, and develops programming for the department.

After nearly three decades with our Fitness & Movement team at Canyon Ranch, Mike continues to be energized by teaching people how exercise can improve the quality of their lives. He specializes in strength and aerobic conditioning, metabolic testing data, and custom exercise program design.

Darlene Trent, Fitness Instructor boasts a wealth of experience and expertise in the realm of fitness, spanning over 31 years in the industry. Darlene is a seasoned professional committed to helping guests at our Tucson wellness resort achieve their fitness goals.

As a NASM Certified Performance Enhancement and Conditioning Specialist, Darlene loves creating a vibrant, enjoyable workout environment showing guests at all levels that fitness can be fun.

Katia Cardenas, Fitness Instructor works with guests in personal training sessions as well as fitness, yoga, breath, and meditation classes. She brings over 20 years of fitness experience to our Arizona wellness resort, providing welcoming, engaging, and educational experiences for guests.

Boasting two decades of experience, she's spent her life making a positive impact on others through fitness. Katia specializes in mature adult fitness, including expertise in areas such as Parkinson's rehabilitation and overall functional health.

Fernanda Campillo, Fitness Instructor is a dynamic fitness professional with a passion for teaching and inspiring Tucson resort guests to lead active, healthy lifestyles through different modalities.

As a former member of the Sonora State Volleyball Team and a top-five finalist in the Miss Sonora Beauty pageant, Fernanda brings a dedication to everything she does. Guided by her personal motto, "It never gets easy – we gotta just do it," Fernanda approaches each day with determination, enthusiasm, and a commitment to helping guests thrive.

Ronnie Grate, Personal Trainer teaches and develops fitness classes for Canyon Ranch Tucson, as well as works with guests in personal training sessions.

He has more than 40 years of experience in the healthcare and fitness industry, training wellness seekers to lead healthier lifestyles and excel in their respective sports. Ronnie's career has taken him everywhere from a 15-year tenure as an anesthesia technologist in operating rooms to the unique experience of touring with Celine Dion as the personal trainer for her husband and security staff.

Jennifer Spencer, Personal Trainer brings over three decades of expertise in the fitness industry to guests at our wellness resort in Tucson, Arizona. She specializes in senior fitness, Parkinson’s management, aquatic exercise, cycling, stretch, and balance training.

With a career spanning back to 1991, Jennifer has cultivated her skills through various roles, including managing health clubs and contributing to Shape magazine. She has even trained Olympic swimmer Amanda Beard in preparation for a photo shoot.

Meredith Warfel, Personal Trainer has a passion for helping others achieve their health and wellness goals. With a diverse background in group fitness and personal training, Meredith helps design Tucson's fitness programs and works with guests in sessions.

Meredith's fitness journey began in 2010 when she earned her first certification in Turbo Kickboxing. Since then, she’s lent her expertise to renowned fitness centers, including 24 Hour Fitness, Penn State’s Hershey Fitness Center, LA Fitness, TITLE Boxing, and Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa.

*Please note: Select events require an additional fee. ($)

Monday, January 13

9 a.m. Desert Drumming
Burn calories, release stress, and feel the joy by drumming on a physio ball in this fun, invigorating class.

10 a.m. Cardio Circuit
Aerobic circuit workout using cardio machines and strength equipment.

11 a.m. Pedal, Lift, Flow
This invigorating class seamlessly blends cycling, strength training, and flexibility. Transitioning smoothly from one 20-minute segment to the next, this class offers a comprehensive total body experience

12 p.m. Aerial Swing Yoga Clinic ($)
Using a fabric hammock suspended from the ceiling, work on your core strength in standing poses and inversions. Please see a Program Advisor for restrictions.

1 p.m. Conquer Your Food Cravings
Dive into the science of cravings and why certain foods seem so hard to resist. Learn everyday strategies to combat cravings, and in turn have better energy throughout the day, feel more in control of your nutrition, and eat with greater intention.

2 p.m. Good Vibrations
Awaken your muscles, improve joint mobility, balance asymmetrics in your body, and facilitate whole body integration using a combination of vibration with Theragun massage tools and classic foam rolling

3 p.m. Freeform Fusion
This Pilates-inspired class features the Freeform board—a core-conditioning system on wheels: an unstable surface to challenge sense of body position, flexibility, balance and core stability.

4 p.m. Rhythmic Zen
Embark on a transformational journey blending the ancient art of djembe drumming with the profound practice of meditation. This class offers a unique opportunity to harmonize mind, body and spirit through rhythmic expression.

Tuesday, January 14

10 a.m. Buff Booty
Focus on your abs, buns and legs to create long, lean muscles while developing strength and balance.

11 a.m. DJ Dance Party
It's the can't-miss, high-energy cardio party. Dance instructors teach you to move and groove in this workout with attitude.

1 p.m. Qi Gong
This ancient art uses breath to strengthen internal organs and gentle movement for calming the mind.

2 p.m. Boxer’s Workout
Punch, jab and hook your way through this aerobic workout. Jumping rope and heavy bag work included.

3 p.m. Wallyball
Fast-paced athletic sport challenge similar to volleyball, using four walls of an indoor court.

4 p.m. Chakra Balancing Yoga & Sound Healing
In this gentle Yin chakra balancing practice, experience the vibrational healing of crystal bowls moving through & around you.

Wednesday, January 15

9 a.m. Glide and Burn
Use the power and grace of the Gliding™ discs to enhance muscular endurance, balance, flexibility and core stabilization. Progressive movements are used to strengthen the muscles, challenge the core and provide a fun and unique workout.

10 a.m. Optimize Brain Health with Nutrition
Brain health and longevity are affected by numerous factors, many of which can be influenced by dietary choices. Learn how to choose foods and eating patterns that work to support optimizing brain health for today and tomorrow.

11 a.m. TRX Strong
Focus on developing strength in this challenging full-body workout using the TRX® straps. TRX® experience is recommended before attending.

12 p.m. Glute Transformation Clinic ($)
Training your glutes is about more than just aesthetics. Learn how you can prevent injury, improve athletic performance, and enhance your general fitness by targeting the glutes.

1 p.m. Pilates Mat
Learn the fundamentals and the beginning exercises of the Pilates mat discipline.

2 p.m. Walk Your Workout
Let your walk become a workout! Learn proper walking biomechanics to add some power to your stroll. Resistance strength work will be integrated to teach you how you can take this workout on the road.

3 p.m. Sacral Hip Opening
Practice a hip opening sequence while diving deeper into the sacral chakra.

5 p.m. Floating Sound Meditation Clinic ($)
Experience inner transformation through Guided Meditation and Sound Healing while floating in water on an airbed.

Thursday, January 16

7 a.m. Sunrise Yoga
Energize your day with an early-morning yoga practice (preferably before breakfast) including inversions, arm balances and backbends in your flow practice.

8:15 a.m. Dynamic Stretch
Perform powerful dynamic stretches, moving through a challenging yet comfortable range of motion, followed by static stretches to improve your functional range for sports and daily living.

9 a.m. Cycling
Experience a cardiovascular-, endurance-, or interval-focused class on a stationary bike.

10 a.m. Low Back Pain: Misconceptions vs Research
Learn up-to-date evidence to debunk myths about lower back pain. Understand what could be causing the pain and the most beneficial exercises for improving daily activity.

11 a.m. Long & Lean Barre Workout
High-repetition exercises and mat work combine to strengthen, tone and balance your whole body in this workout at the ballet barre.

12 p.m. Aerial Swing Yoga Clinic ($)
Using a fabric hammock suspended from the ceiling, work on your core strength in standing poses and inversions. Please see a Program Advisor for restrictions.

1 p.m. Gyrokinesis
Release neck and shoulder tension using rhythmic, spiraling movements to open energy pathways, open your joints and improve your posture.

2 p.m. CR Strength
Lively, pumping music will make you want to move in this total body barbell workout using light weights with high repetitions.

3 p.m. Endurance, Zone 2 and You
Join us for an in-depth analysis of Zone 2 endurance training. Uncover how this method revolutionizes fitness, enhancing cardiovascular capacity and overall athletic achievements. Your journey to optimal endurance starts here.

4pm Stretch and Relax
Promotes flexibility and breathing and relaxes tense muscles.

Friday, January 17

8:15 a.m. Core & More
Twenty minutes focused on strengthening your abs and lower back.

9 a.m. Yoga Sculpt
Power yoga and strength training combined to create a full-body workout.

10 a.m. Foundations of Strength
A performance scientist discusses the latest research on how to get stronger and gain or maintain muscle mass throughout your lifespan. Learn what is the best strength training strategy for you.

11 a.m. Spiritual Cycling
Embrace a harmonious blend of dynamic cycling and serene meditation. Begin your journey with invigorating movement on an indoor bike, then transition to gentle, grounding movements on a mat, fostering inner peace and spiritual balance.

1 p.m. Ai Chi
A meditative series of tai chi like movements that utilizes the resistance of the warm water to strengthen and relax the body.

2 p.m. Kettlebell Workout
This class integrates strength movements to provide a cardiovascular-based, full-body workout. Challenge your muscle endurance and core stability, and experience kettlebells in a safe environment.

3 p.m. Yoga Foundations
This beginner class focuses on alignment in basic postures from a standing, kneeling and supine position with emphasis on yogic breathing.

4 p.m. Meditation
Learn techniques to help reduce stress, increase mindfulness, calm your mind and emotions and help your body relax

Saturday, January 18

9 a.m. Zumba
Feel the energy and move your body to fun and easy-to-follow Latin rhythms.

10 a.m. H20 Power
A challenging aerobic conditioning class in shallow water.

11 a.m. Power Blast Fitness
Challenge your muscle power and strength with this intense circuit style class that utilizes TRX®, kettlebells, slam balls, and more!

1 p.m. Pilates Mat
Learn the fundamentals and the beginning exercises of the Pilates mat discipline

2 p.m. Fluid Flexibility
Experience gentle stretching in heated water, promoting flexibility, joint mobility, and muscle relaxation for a soothing, restorative effect.

3 p.m. Overcoming Fitness Setbacks
Join a Sports Medicine Specialist to discover how to overcome obstacles, seek the care you need, and get back on track.

4 p.m. Restorative Yoga
Experience deep relaxation for healing and rejuvenation. Bolsters and props are used in gentle, supported poses.

Sunday, January 19

8:15 a.m. Centering Meditation
Take 30 minutes to start your day by getting in touch with your daily intention and connecting with your breath.

9 a.m. Buti Movement
Primal movement, cardio dance, and conditioning are seamlessly woven throughout balanced yoga sequencing to give you an all-in-one workout that helps you transform your body and soul.

10 a.m. Shoulder Pain Unraveled
Join a sports medicine provider and delve into common shoulder conditions that cause pain and restrictions, and how looking beyond the shoulder can improve well-being.

11 a.m. CR Strength
Lively, pumping music will make you want to move in this total body barbell workout using light weights with high repetitions.

1 p.m. Pilates Reformer Clinic - Beginning ($)
Increase body awareness as you focus on breathing, alignment, stabilization of the upper and lower body and lengthening the spine.

2 p.m. Stride
A motivating group treadmill workout incorporating interval training.

3 p.m. Magic Circle
Discover the versatility of the Pilates magic circle in this dynamic class. Learn how to engage your core, build strength, and improve flexibility through targeted exercises that enhance resistance and support stretching.

4 p.m. Yoga Nidra
End your day in this passive practice while you enjoy deep and restorative relaxation.