Join us for one of the recreation events listed below.
Fitness Center and Studio
Free membership for all students and employees! Click here for more info about the Fitness Center.
Nutrition with Registered Dietitian Holly
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 AM – 1 PM (Drop-in)
Have questions about meal planning, healthy eating on a budget, or how to meet your fitness and wellness goals? Stop by Holly’s table in the Fitness Center. Holly occasionally will have samples and demos.
BODYPUMP with Carole
Wednesdays, Noon – 12:45 PM (In-Person) – 45 minute class
BODY PUMP is a calorie-burning resistance training class, set to music. Our live instructor will lead you through the moves.
HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) with Ashley
Mondays: 10:45 – 11:15 AM
Thursdays: 11:15 – 11:45 AM
30 minutes for a complete workout combining cardio and strength.
Pilates with Ashley
Mondays: 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
Thursdays: Noon – 12:45 PM
A full body workout to focus on your core, overall muscle strengthening, and increasing flexibility.
Yoga with Leilani
Tuesdays: Noon – 1:00 PM
Wednesdays: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Yoga flow for a mindful workout that improves strength and flexibility.
LES MILLS Group Exercise – On Demand
Available during Open Hours when the studio is available. Les Mills provides exciting group exercise on YOUR schedule! The front desk staff can assist you with getting your class started.
Outdoor Recreation
Sign up at the Fitness Center or email cheddleston@virginiawestern.edu for more info. Trip costs should be paid to the Cashier’s Office (cash only).
Weekly Climbing at River Rock Climbing Gym
1st & 3rd Mondays: 2/5, 2/19, 3/4, 3/18, 4/1, 4/15
1:00 – 3:30 PM
Every other week group to rock climb together. Free!
Hikes with Sharon
Select Fridays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Want to hike with group? Join these hikes to meet other people for spring hikes. Our hiking leader Sharon will transport you to local trails – Sharp Top (2/16), Read Mountain (3/8), Bottom Creek Gorge (3/22), Explore Park (4/12) Cascades (4/26).
Recreation Trips
Ski or Snowboard at Massanutten Resort ($10)
January 29 and February 12
Leaves VWCC at 1:00 PM, returns at approx. 11:00 PM. Includes rental and lift ticket.
Roller Skate @ Firehouse Skate in Vinton
Thursday, February 22
Leaves VWCC at 12:30 PM. Skating from 1:00 – 3:30 PM. Includes lunch, arcade, skate rentals.
Horseback Riding at Reba Farm in Bedford ($10)
Friday, April 5
Leaves VWCC at 11:00 AM.
Downhill Scenic Bike Ride on Virginia Creeper Trail ($10)
Friday, April 19
Leaves VWCC at 8:00 AM. Includes bike rental, shuttle, lunch.
Contact Us
Student Life Center S307
540-857-6326
nlee@virginiawestern.edu
Hours of Operation
Fall 2023 Semester:
Fitness Center (1st Floor): 9 AM – 6 PM, Monday – Friday. Closed Saturday – Sunday.
Student Activities & Food Pantry (3rd Floor): 9 AM – 5 PM, Monday – Friday.
The above hours are subject to change based on the campus events schedule.
All posted hours exclude holidays and school closings.
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