2008 Woodie Awards
ARC provides place to work out, stay active
By Jessica Rupell
Rocket Focus Editor
Issue date: 9/14/07 Section: Focus
Mortimer explained that when the ARC was opened, it was decided to put many of the athletic programs and activities together, collectively providing campus recreation.
"Everything is organized under the campus recreation umbrella now, including intramurals, outdoor adventures and club sports," Mortimer said.
"(That way they) are all run through a group of managers and we are more organized for the student body."
Though many students do take advantage of the activities at the ARC, Mortimer said every student already pays for a membership in their tuition bill, so it would be a waste of money for those who never use their membership.
"During the busy intramural seasons, we can have 2,200 card swipes a day," Mortimer said. "Of course, the numbers could be higher, but I think that's a pretty high percentage."
Mortimer said that while a lot of students use the building, he thinks a lot don't take advantage of the free programs that are offered, including free orientations at the fitness center.
"I don't understand if (students) are intimidated or scared to ask, but we find that community members and faculty utilize this more," he said.
For those that say they don't have time to work out, Mortimer disagrees.
"Everybody has time," he said. "We are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday which is more than enough of an opportunity to come down."
Mortimer also said that though some think it's necessary, a good workout doesn't have to take hours.
"It's not necessary to stay for hours," Mortimer said. "You can come down and get a quick workout for a half-hour or hour and then get out of there."
Mortimer said that it doesn't have to be in a formal setting, either.
Though the ARC offers various group fitness classes each semester, mostly taught by students, as well as club and intramural sports being offered throughout the year, Mortimer said many students also just come down to use the facility for table tennis or shooting hoops in the swimming pool.
"It's not about being an athlete," Mortimer said. "It's about general health and wellness. (I know) not everyone is going to be an Ironman."
"Everything is organized under the campus recreation umbrella now, including intramurals, outdoor adventures and club sports," Mortimer said.
"(That way they) are all run through a group of managers and we are more organized for the student body."
Though many students do take advantage of the activities at the ARC, Mortimer said every student already pays for a membership in their tuition bill, so it would be a waste of money for those who never use their membership.
"During the busy intramural seasons, we can have 2,200 card swipes a day," Mortimer said. "Of course, the numbers could be higher, but I think that's a pretty high percentage."
Mortimer said that while a lot of students use the building, he thinks a lot don't take advantage of the free programs that are offered, including free orientations at the fitness center.
"I don't understand if (students) are intimidated or scared to ask, but we find that community members and faculty utilize this more," he said.
For those that say they don't have time to work out, Mortimer disagrees.
"Everybody has time," he said. "We are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday which is more than enough of an opportunity to come down."
Mortimer also said that though some think it's necessary, a good workout doesn't have to take hours.
"It's not necessary to stay for hours," Mortimer said. "You can come down and get a quick workout for a half-hour or hour and then get out of there."
Mortimer said that it doesn't have to be in a formal setting, either.
Though the ARC offers various group fitness classes each semester, mostly taught by students, as well as club and intramural sports being offered throughout the year, Mortimer said many students also just come down to use the facility for table tennis or shooting hoops in the swimming pool.
"It's not about being an athlete," Mortimer said. "It's about general health and wellness. (I know) not everyone is going to be an Ironman."
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