Student lifting weights

Recreation and Trailblazer Fitness Center

Fitness & Recreation - Move It!

MCLA has many ways for you to stay fit. The Campus Center houses a Fitness Center; gymnasium; a dance complex for activities including dance, boxing, Aikido, and aerobics; and locker rooms. 

Biking on the Ashuwillticook trailYou can reserve the sand volleyball court in front of Hoosac Hall through the Student Development Office (413.662.5252). 

Intramurals

Intramurals are a very popular, accessible way to get exercise, have fun, and make new friends. Sign up for one or more of our many intramural teams.

Student, faculty and staff on hike to Mount GreylockBike

Bike into town or on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with MCLA's free bike share.

Hike

Day-trip and picnic at The Cascades or Natural Bridge. Or challenge yourself to hike Mount Greylock or the Appalachian Trail. 

Swim

MCLA Ski ClubSwim, kayak, canoe or raft in the region's many lakes and rivers.

Ski

Did you say snow? Ski or snowboard at nearby Jiminy PeakMount Snow or Berkshire East, all less than an hour away. Or take a weekend trip up North Route 100, Skier's Highway, to Stratton, Bromley, Magic MountainOkemo, Killington and so many more! Yes, we have snow.

trailblazer fitness center!

Student working outAccess 

Hours of Operation 

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-10:00pm
Friday 8:00am-8:00pm
Saturday 9:00am- 8:00pm
Sunday 9:00am-10:00pm

Holiday hours will be updated on social media. Follow us on Instagram  @Trailblazer_Fitness_Center.

Guidelines

  • Users must sign up for a membership and complete the Fitness Center Waiver before using the facility.
  • Users will use their barcode from theier membership app when entering the facility.
  • Users are expected to clean machines and equipment after use. 

We are excited to have members of our MCLA community use our amazing facility! 

The Track  

The track is accessed on the first floor of the Campus Center, in the hallway where you exit the Centennial Room at the opposite end. 

Locker Rooms 

  • Locker rooms are located on the ground floor across from the Trailblazer Fitness Center.
  • Lockers are for day use only. 

We are excited to have members of our MCLA community use our amazing facility! If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Mike Gladu at Michael.Gladu@mcla.edu