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Fitness Center

Wellesley College Fitness Center, treadmills and weightlifting equipment in blue and white room.

The Fitness Center, located on the second floor of the Sports Center overlooking the Fieldhouse, is equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, cable system, and stability equipment. The Fitness Center has qualified student staff monitoring the space to help answer any questions. It is available to the College community from the time the building opens until an hour before closing most days. See below for information on hours, membership and policies.


Standard Policies 

  • No personal belongings are allowed on fitness floor. Please use cubbies provided. Staff members are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Report all injuries and maintenance needs to a Fitness Attendant.
  • Shirts, athletic shoes, and proper athletic attire must be worn at all times.
  • Patrons are encouraged to ask fitness staff for help adjusting equipment, for a spot or for general questions.
  • Weight-lifting hand chalk is not permitted in the Fitness Center.
  • Weights are not to be stood on, or leaned against walls, pillars, equipment or mirrors. Weights should not be dropped; Olympic lifting is not permitted
  • Re-rack your weights when you are done with the activity. No weight should be left on the bar or on the floor when the equipment is not being used.
  • To avoid congestion and waiting lines, patrons should allow others to “work in” while using weight equipment. Please use courtesy and consideration for others when using weight equipment.
  • Liquids must be in a closed, non-glass, no leak container.
  • Machines and mats should be wiped down after use. Cleaning supplies are available on the fitness floor and should be returned to designated area after use.
  • Patrons are encouraged to practice healthy hygiene habits when working out.  Please be considerate of others around you.
  • Profanity, suggestive language, and aggressive behavior will not be tolerated.
  • All equipment must be used in the manner in which it was designed. Do not attempt to modify equipment.
  • All equipment must remain in the area it was placed. Do not move equipment from one location to another.
  • Collars are required on free weights, and pins are required on plate loaded equipment.
  • The use of safety stop clips is strongly encouraged while using treadmills.
  • Dropping/Slamming weights is prohibited.
  • Do not put feet on wall, railings or support columns.
  • *Only Wellesley Students who are under 18 are allowed access to the Fitness Floor (with a valid i-Card).

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