Employee Fitness Resources

Washington and Lee offers a variety of fitness options for faculty and staff. These include access to University recreation facilities, such as the Fitness Center, Outing Club equipment and trips, group exercise classes, etc. There are opportunities for everyone, regardless of current fitness level or area of interest.

Athletic Facilities

Use of the Duchossois Athletic and Recreation Center (DARC) is open to all members of the W&L community. It houses three gymnasiums, racquetball and squash courts, an indoor track, locker rooms and our state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The Fitness Center includes free weights, strength and cardio equipment, and full-time staffing in case you have questions.  Personal fitness consultations are offered to employees. Assigned lockers (and locks) are available in the Faculty/Staff locker room on the 2nd floor of the DARC. For more information about securing your locker for the year, please contact Debbie Brown or Shamar Brandy. The W&L Natatorium and indoor and outdoor tennis courts may also be used by members of the W&L community. Swipe cards are available for spouses/domestic partners/children of employees for $5 each.  Contact Denise Bashlor for more information.

Athletic Events

W&L athletic events are free and open to the public, except for select NCAA tournaments. Employees and their families are welcome and encouraged to come out and support our teams!  Sign up HERE to receive the latest athletic updates and news right to your inbox!

Campus Walking Trails

W&L's campus includes walking trails ranging from 0.5 to 2.75 miles long. Download a map or join Patti Colliton for a guided walk to become more familiar with the back campus trails. Patti's walks are offered throughout the year and are announced in Campus Notices as well as in the Columns Weekly newsletter.  You can also email Patti at collitonp@wlu.edu.

The Outing Club

The W&L Outing Club offers students, faculty, and staff a variety of outdoor activities and classes. Activities include backpacking, fly fishing, canoeing, disc golf, kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, caving, skiing, and outdoor cooking. Equipment and trip planning resources are available to W&L employees who want to create their own trips. The Outing Club has outdoor gear, kayaks, paddle boards, and bicycles available to be checked out at no cost.  They also have a climbing wall, bouldering wall, and a bike shop.  Membership is FREE for W&L employees - sign up by going to the Outing Club website and clicking on "Become an Outing Club Member."

Intramurals

Faculty and staff often field intramural teams to compete with W&L students in a variety of sports. For more information, visit the Campus Recreation site.

Group Exercise Classes

Group Exercise is open to Faculty, Staff, and dependents for a fee. Payment by term, but the option to pay for all terms at once is an option as well. Classes offered vary, but typically includes: Spin, TRX, Dance Cardio, Tone45, Yoga, and even an official CrossFit affiliate on campus. For more information, visit the Campus Recreation site.

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