Fitness / Recreation
Dixon Recreation Center is the main facility for self-directed, open participation in activities such as basketball, racquetball, badminton, volleyball, squash, table tennis, weight training, swimming, and cardio fitness. Conference participants and other guests can purchase daily passes for $6/day. Complete information is available at Dixon Recreation Center, 541-737-3748.
Stevens Natatorium (Swimming Pool in Dixon Recreation Center): Contains an 8-lane, 25-yard fitness pool, a deep-water pool, and a spa with adjoining sun deck. Full-service locker rooms, an equipment issue area, and a lounge are also available. This facility accommodates recreational swimming as well as noncredit classes such as Water Fitness and Kayaking.
Tennis Pavilion and Courts: Four indoor lighted courts and eight outdoor lighted tennis courts, are north of Gill Coliseum on Washington Way. Hours for the indoor courts are 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Outdoor courts are available daily until 11 p.m. Court reservations are available and encouraged for students, faculty, and staff. 541-737-2202
Corvallis Public Courts: Corvallis High School, 836 NW 11th St., four courts; Cloverland Park, 27th St. and Garfield Ave., two courts; Crescent Valley High School, 4444 NW Highland Dr., eight outdoor, three indoor courts; Highland View Middle School, 1920 NW Highland Dr., two courts; Lincoln Elementary School, SW 3rd St. and Alexander Ave., two courts; Western View Middle School, 1433 SW 35th St., two courts.
Adventure Education & Recreation
Challenge (Ropes) Course, just west of campus, consists of high and low ropes plus field space. Trained facilitators work with groups to provide a variety of initiatives designed to enhance experiential learning—learning by doing. Groups focus on developing skills in leadership, communication, teamwork, and group dynamics. Half- or full-day programs are available. 541-737-2710
Indoor Climbing Center, located inside Dixon Recreation Center, provides over 7,000 square feet of climbing surface for climbers of all abilities. New climber orientation and belay skills tests are offered daily for first-time users. Group rentals are available. 541-737-4341
Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC) is located inside Dixon Recreation Center. The ORC offers trips, classes, and workshops. It houses equipment rental services, including whitewater rafts, canoes, camping equipment, and more. There is a bike workshop, and a resource center that includes a library, outdoor periodicals, map file, catalogs, and a lounge. Experienced staff members are available to help plan outings. 541-737-3630
Fitness
1:1 Fitness Programming is available to help you create the fitness program that is right for you and to help you get the most out of your workout.
Fit Pass Classes are noncredit instructional classes in areas like dance, cardio, mind-body, and sports & strength conditioning.
Health & Fitness Connection services include athletic training, beaver strides (walking program), comprehensive fitness evaluations, massage therapy, physical therapy, and a sports medicine physician.
Safety
Safety Training teaches individuals or groups to care for injuries and emergencies until medical help arrives. Classes are offered on First Aid, CPR, AED, Lifeguard Training, etc.
Summer Hours
Beginning June 16, 2008:
Dixon Recreation Center, Stevens Natatorium and Tennis Pavilion:
Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oudoor Recreation Center:
Monday through Friday, 12 noon to 6 p.m.
Indoor Climbing Center:
Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Special Closures - All Facilities:
June 21 & 22
July 4
Aug. 18 - Sept. 2 for facility maintenance
For More Information
Visit the RecSports website for year-round facility hours, class schedules, and more...
Recreational Sports
Dixon Recreation Center: 541-737-3748
Hours message line: 541-737-2201
Court reservations: 541-737-2202
