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 and the current schedule.
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).
Climbing at River Rock Climbing Gym
February 17, March 3, March 17, March 31, April 14, April 28
1:00 – 3:30 PM
Every other week group to the indoor climbing gym. Free!
Winter Hiking
Sawtooth Ridge
Friday, January 24
1:00 PM
Hiking in the winter can be very enjoyable, if you know how to prepare appropriately! Learn with a group on this 1.8 mile easy trail. Instruction about safety, clothing, and gear will be provided. Free!
Spring Hikes with Sharon: Waterfalls and Wildflowers
Thursdays and Fridays, 11:00 AM
Fri, March 7: Roaring Run (1.7 miles; easy; one flight stairs)
Thurs, March 20: Cascades (3.7 miles; moderate)
Fri, March 28: Crabtree Falls (3.1 miles; moderate+; stairs/uphill)
Thurs, April 3: Stiles Falls (3.2 miles; moderate; creek crossings)
Fri, April 11: Blue Suck Falls – Douthat State Park (2.2 miles; moderate; uphill)
Thurs, April 17: Apple Orchard Falls (5.1 miles; moderate+; uphill)
Recreation Trips
Roller Skating at Firehouse Skate ($5)
Wednesday, February 5: 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Includes skate rentals, arcade access, and pizza dinner. Meets at Firehouse Skate. $5 per person.
Ski/Snowboard at Massanutten Resort ($20)
Monday, February 10: Leaves VWCC at 1:00 PM, Return approx. 11:00 PM
Includes gear rental and lift ticket. Limited spaces. $20.
Intermediate Wild Cave Tour: Grottoes, vA
Friday, February 28 (tentative)
For students with previous climbing or caving activity experience.
Contact Us
Student Life Center S307
540-857-6326
nlee@virginiawestern.edu
Hours of Operation
Spring 2025 Semester:
Fitness Center (1st Floor): 8 AM – 6 PM, Monday – Thursday. Friday 8 AM – 5 PM. 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.
VWCC Alerts
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