SPECIAL NOTICES: 1) All PEAR facilities will be open regular hours during the upcoming cold weather! Dress warmly, and know we are a warm workout resource for you! 2) The indoor track is closed M-F from 3-6pm for our Varsity Track team practices.
NOTICE: ADJUSTED OPEN HOURS in FEBRUARY!
Due to very large indoor track meets,
The Rec. has adjusted its regular open hours to the following special hours for Rec. users:
Saturday, Feb. 14
🕑 Open 6:00pm–10:00pm
Friday, Feb. 27
🕑 Open 6:30am–1:00pm
Saturday, Feb. 28
 🕑 Open 6:00pm–10:00pm
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding!
READY, SET, REC.!
Reserve Rec Space
Guidelines
- 1-hour maximum
- 24hr advance reservations ONLY
- One court per person reserving
- Can make up to 3 reservations each week
Available Spaces
- Rec Center: squash/racquetball court, individual fieldhouse courts, Rec Studio
- Cowling: dance studio, gym, tennis court
Check Out Yard Games/Equipment
Guidelines
- Day use ONLY
- Check out/return items at the Rec Center front desk
Fall
- Corn Hole/Bags
- Volleyball/Badminton sets
- Croquet
- Bocce Ball
- Spikeball
Winter
- Nordic/Classic and Skate skis
- Snow shoes
Using Recreation Center Facilities
- To gain entry into the Rec Center: use the OneCard scanner at interior entrance, and front desk.
- Torso’s must be covered while using the Fitness Center equipment and clean athletic shoes are required.
- Wipe down equipment both before and after use.
- Questions? Call the front desk at x4487.
Fitness Opportunities with Carleton Personal Trainers
Celebrate the little wins, the little victories in your movement”
– Laura Degroot, Personal Trainer
Above: one of many fitness classes in the Rec Center led by the personal trainers. These classes are open to all students, they are highly worth checking out! More information.
Recent Events: Knight Time Dodgeball Event

Carleton's 80,000 square foot Recreation Center features a 200 meter indoor track, four indoor tennis/basketball courts, racquetball courts, a 5300 square foot fitness center and weight room, an aerobics studio, and a climbing wall. Learn more about our facilities.