Fitness

Why must we exercise the body as well as the mind?

It is for this reason, too, that the College encourages physical activity among its students. Long experience and research confirm that strenuous activity is both good in itself and in its ability to sharpen the intellect and build character. While many today think that one’s mind is one’s identity, we know by faith and by reason that the mind is no “ghost in a machine.” Body, mind, and soul are all integrated together and made to be a unity, a person. Together, they constitute who we are. Because what touches one—body, mind, or soul—normally influences the others, Hillsdale College seeks to cultivate the excellence of each. With regard to the body, it provides students the opportunity to create a structured, individually designed system of physical activity, and by so doing contributes to the improvement of mind and heart so central to the Mission of the College.

We value students’ mental and physical well-being. Check out the different fitness classes offered on campus.

Fitness Classes

George Roche Sports Complex

Address

201 Oak St, Hillsdale, MI 49242

Hours

  • Monday-Thursday: 6AM-10PM

    Friday: 6AM-8PM

    Saturday: 9AM-5PM

    Sunday: 12PM-9PM

  • Monday: 6AM-9AM, 11AM-2PM

    Tuesday: 6AM-2PM

    Wednesday: 7:30AM-9AM, 11AM -2PM

    Thursday: 7:30AM-2PM

    Friday: 8:30AM-3tPM

  • Monday-Thursday: 7:30AM-8:30AM

    Monday-Friday: 12PM-1PM, 6PM-8PM

    Saturday: 11AM-3PM

    Sunday: 2PM-5PM

AMENITIES

  • Area Fitness Center

    Located on the main floor of the Sports Complex. Free weights, machines, and more!

  • Basketball and Volleyball Courts

    Three courts are located on the main floor of the Sports Complex.

  • Cycle Studio

    Located above the Area Fitness Center - available for group classes or individual use.

  • Football Field

    Also known as the “Muddy Waters” stadium. This is home to our Charger Football team.

  • Simpson Fields

    Located behind the Suites.

  • Tennis Courts

    Located by the sports complex parking lot. Home to men’s & women’s tennis.

  • Rock Wall

    Located on the main floor of the sports complex

  • Private Workout Studios

    Located above the Area Fitness Center - perfect for group classes or individual use.

  • Racquet Ball

    Located on the basement level of the sports complex - available for classes or individual use.

  • Swimming & Diving Area

    Home to the Charger Swim Team! Check out the McAvoy Pool hours below for the public use schedule.

  • The JAM Weight Room

    Located in the basement level of the sports complex.

  • Collegiate- Level Track

    Also known as the “Muddy Waters” stadium. This is home to our Charger Track & Field team.

Founders’ Gym

Address

133 Fayette Street, Hillsdale, MI 49242

Hours

MONDAY: 6am-10am and 1:30pm-4:30pm

TUESDAY: 6am-10am, 2pm-3pm, and 4pm-6pm

WEDNESDAY: 6am-11:50am and 1pm-6pm

THURSDAY: 6am-10am, 2pm-3pm, and 4pm-6pm

FRIDAY: 6am-11:50am and 1pm-6pm

SATURDAY: 6am-9:50am and 11am-6pm

SUNDAY: 6am-6pm

**The schedule is subject to change based on updated class and event bookings.

Reservations

Tuesday-Friday 6pm-9pm is reserved for official classes, student-organized clubs, or recognized group activities based on availability.

Contact Stephanie Gravel (sgravel@hilllsdale.edu) to reserve the gym.

Please use your student or faculty/Staff ID to enter Founders’ Gym from the back parking lot. You may not enter Founders’ Gym through the front door of the Stanton building.

Need a Quick Study Break?

Start at the eagle statue and make a quick one-mile loop to clear your head!

This one should take about 30 minutes to complete. Enjoy the fall colors as you walk to Hayden and back.