Members of Governors State University's Athletic and Recreation Center have access to all of our facilities. Use the fitness room's free weights, exercise machines and cardiovascular equipment, the Olympic-style lap pool, the gymnasium with its full-sized basketball court, a racquetball court and locker rooms with showers.
Facilities
Fitness Room
- Treadmills
- Exercise bikes
- Ellipticals
- Circuit training equipment
- Free weights
Gymnasium (Now Open)
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Fitness walking/running
- Soccer
- Family times
Racquetball Court
GSU Students and Athletic and Recreation Center members can reserve the court one week ahead in one-hour increments.
Racquets and balls are available for daily rental. Protective eye wear is strongly recommended.
About Racquetball - Racquetball
is a unique sport. Unlike most racquet sports, there is no net to hit
the ball over and no tin to hit the ball above. Also, the court's
walls, floor and ceiling are legal playing surfaces with only the
upper part of the back wall (above 12 feet) being out-of-bounds.
Swimming Pool
- Lap swimming
- Family times
- Aquacise courses
- Adult and child swim programs
- American Red Cross lifeguard training
Outdoor Facilities
- Soccer Field
- Cricket Field
- Softball Field
Student Game Lounge
Billiards, table tennis and e-sports have come to GSU. Tables are located in the A-Wing
North Study Hall. Balls, cues and paddles can be checked out at the
Athletic and Recreation Center service counter (A1105). A valid GSU student
or employee ID card is required to check out equipment.
Game Lounge Amenities
- Television
- Xbox 360
- Pool Tables
- Table Tennis
- Vending Machines
- Seating Area
- Foosball Table
Game Lounge Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday: 6 am to 9 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sunday: Noon to 4:30 pm (closed during summer term)