There are many reasons why the KSU Recreation and Wellness Center was voted the best work out spot. The Recreation and Wellness Center is always packed with KSU students who are trying to get fit, enjoy one of the many group fitness classes or just play some basketball in the gym.
“It’s convenient for students who stay on campus, easy to meet up with friends for work out motivation and the guest passes are significantly cheaper than other gyms,” sophomore business marketing major Casey Waldsmith said.
Each floor in the Recreation and Wellness center has great workout equipment. The first floor contains weights and strength building machines. Students who are looking to experience a great cardio workout should start on the second floor where the treadmills, elliptical and bikes are located.
There are two basketball courts located inside the Recreation and Wellness Center, and students can also check out different equipment, like tennis rackets, basketballs and even hula-hoops. Besides sports equipment, students can also rent equipment for camping and hiking or a bicycle.
“The equipment is a big reason why I am attracted to the gym,” junior exercise health science major Ervens Germain said. “The gym has everything I need in order for me to complete a successful work out.”
Different group fitness classes are also offered at the Recreation and Wellness Center. There are over 70 classes offered though out the week including hip-hop aerobics, cycling, yoga, Pilates and Zumba.
“The classes are easy and you don’t feel intimidated to go to them,” sophomore Biochemistry major, Michael Feldt said.
Many students take advantage of student personal trainers, as well as the fitness attendants and instructors. All personal trainers are certified and can design custom workout programs based on the need of the client.
Wellness, Intermural Sports and Nature Bound outdoors programs are also offered.
Students who want to educate others about fitness should take advantage of the Fitness On the Fly program, which allows a student to create their own personal fitness activity and instruct a class for their participants. A designated time and on- campus location will be assigned to the instructor.
The Recreation and Wellness Center is open seven days a week and the hours of operation are great. On Monday-Thursday the facility is open from 6 a.m. until midnight, Friday from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Great classes, state of the art equipment, convenience and a friendly environment are reasons why the Recreation and Wellness center is the best work out spot. For more information on trainings, workshops and fitness classes please contact the Department of Sports and Recreation.
