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Welcome to the Recreation Center

Welcome All Students, Faculty and Staff.  The Recreation Center will close at 5pm on Thursday, July 3. All P.E.A.R. facilities will be closed for July 4th holiday weekend and re-open on Mon., July 7.


Recreation Center


Help us provide you with a rewarding recreational experience by sharing your ideas and encouraging others to be active. Our staff will be happy to help meet your recreational needs while providing a friendly, helpful and safe environment.

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The Recreation Center provides facilities and coordination for your recreational pursuits.

SUMMER BREAK 2008 Hours - Recreation Programs

Monday, June 23 – Friday, September 12

Monday – Friday 7am – 7pm

Saturday 9am – 1pm

Sunday CLOSED

Cowling & Cowling Pool

Regular Hours through Wed. June 4

Closed June 5 – June 9

Summer Hours, June 10 – Sept. 12

Monday – Friday 11am-6:30pm

Pool Hours:

Mon. – Fri. 11:30am-1:30pm AND 4-6pm

CLOSED WEEKENDS

Stadium (June 10 – September 12)

Monday–Friday 11am - 2pm

Weekends CLOSED

West Gym & West Thorpe Pool

Regular Hours through Friday, June 6

June 7 – Sept. 12 Closed for the Summer Break

All P.E.A.R. facilities will be closed for July 4th holiday and the week of August 10-17 for steam plant shut-down. Other adjustments to hours will be posted in advance.

Break Recreation Programs

Register at the Front Counter with payment.

Session II: July 7-Aug. 1 (4 weeks)

*NEW* Studio Strength with Shelley

Mondays, 12:30-1:15pm

A full body resistance workout utilizing balls, dumbbells, bands, and one’s own body weight. Great for all levels of fitness.

*NEW* The Mixx with Shelley

Wednesdays, 12:30-1:15pm

Never the same workout twice. Complete cardio emphasis using benches, BOSU’s and balls. It will definitely keep your heart rate elevated. Bring lots of energy!

Back Again! Yoga-lates with Diane

Tues./Thurs. 12:05-12:50

Through movement and breath, yoga and Pilates will enhance your ability to strengthen your core muscles. Creating body awareness and learning to focus will allow you to move freely through yoga poses and Pilates exercises. It’s a great way to quiet the mind.

Participants must register.

$15.00 for each individual Program or $45.00 for all three!

Session III: August 18 – Sept. 5 (3 weeks)

$15 for session

Yoga-lates with Diane

Tues/Thurs 12:05-12:50pm

Step Aerobics with Russ – Rec Center Dance Studio

(no charge)

Mon/Wed/Fri 5.15-6.15pm

June 10 -August 8 and Aug. 18 – Sept. 5th

  • Mission

    Our vision, mission, and goals
  • Facilities & Schedules

    What facilities does the recreation center offer?
  • Staff Members

    The people responsible for keeping the Rec Center up and running!
  • MindBodySpirit Programs

    Health seminars, fitness and adventure activities, and more
  • LifeStyles Programs

    A personal health and fitness program for Carleton faculty and staff. Our Trainers are available for personal training at $30.00 per hour. Details on next years program will be available in early September.
  • Club Sports

    Various Club Sports Carleton College has to offer its students. The Rec. Center is pleased to announce Aaron Chaput as the new Director of Club Sports. His office is in Rec. Center 105, phone ext. is 4483 and you can email him at achaput@carleton.edu
  • IM Sports

    Everything about Intramural Sports
  • Summer IM Sports

    An extension of Carleton's superb athletic traditions into the wonderful summer months.
  • Varsity Sports

  • Policies and Procedures

    Information about Recreation Center policies, membership, ID cards, lockers, scheduling, and more.
  • Photo Gallery

    Take a visual tour of the Recreation Center facilities
  • Events