When did the facility open?
The facility opened September 1st, 2007. You can take a virtual tour here »
What are the facility hours?
Our hours are as follows:
Monday – Thursday: 5 am – 9:30 pm
Friday: 5 am – 8 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 7 am – 6 pm
Are group exercise classes an extra fee?
No, classes are free to all members. They are run on a drop in basis.
I am a student of WCC. Is there a student membership?
Yes, there are two options.
Register for class PEA 115 “The Health and Fitness Experience.” Students must be 18 years of age and enrolled in a minimum of 3 credits in the term of enrollment. Students who wish to register for spring/summer may apply 3 credits of enrollment in either spring/summer or the previous winter term (same calendar year) to meet this restriction. This course can be repeated for credit five (5) times for a total of 3 credits. In order to receive the credit, students must come into The Health & Fitness Center at least 15 times throughout the semester. The cost is $160 for the course. Once registered, students are required to visit the member service desk at the fitness center to sign a contract – must have student ID.
Join at the center. If you didn’t register for PEA 115 you can still join for a reduced rate of $45/month. Students must be 18 years of age and enrolled in a minimum of 3 credits in the current term. For enrollment in spring/summer a student can apply 3 credits in either spring/summer or the previous winter term (same calendar year) to meet this requirement. The monthly fee is payable through electronic funds transfer (EFT) by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or bank account. Please visit the member service desk at the center to sign contract. Bring student ID, first month’s payment and EFT information.
All student memberships require renewal at the end of the semester.
I am a student of WCC. May I take group exercise classes for credit?
At this time there is no credit for general fitness classes at THFC. There is a chance that some lifelong learning non-credit classes will be offered at THFC.
Will club teams from WCC be able to use the center?
At this time there are no plans on use of the THFC for WCC Club sports teams. Club team members who are also members of THFC could schedule court time like other members.
If I am interested in becoming a member am I obligated to stay for a certain period of time?
That is one of the many advantages to our facility. Members are never locked in to a certain period of time. Members may cancel at any time. The only thing we require is a 30 day written notice. WCC students are permitted to cancel providing that the request is by the established drop date for each academic term.
Is taxpayer money being used to fund this project?
The funds used to build the facility came from bonds which are to be paid by fitness center revenues. The Fitness Center is planned to be self-supporting, including the construction and the maintenance of the building.
Why did the college venture into this project?
WCC is an educational institution and we believe THFC provides our students and community members the means to get healthy and stay healthy, not only through the facility and activities offered, but through educational programs as well. The college also firmly believes that a healthy body translates into a healthy mind, and a center of this nature for students, employees, and the community affirms its commitment to life long learning.
How many cardio machines are in the center?
- 20 – Treadmills
- 17 – Elliptical Trainers
- 2 – Nusteps
- 10 – Upright bikes
- 8 – Recumbent bikes
- 3 – Airdyne bikes
- 2 – Rowers
- 4 – Stairclimbers
- 3 – Stepmills
- 1 – Upper Body Ergometer (arm bicycle)
The total is 70 pieces of cardio equipment; plus 30 spin bikes.
How many parking spaces are there at the Health and Fitness Center?
There are 348 parking spaces. There should be plenty of parking. This count is based on peak times for the facility.
What is the maximum capacity of the center?
For safety purposes the building can hold 909 people at one time.
What are the dimensions of the pools?
The lap pool dimensions are as follows: 25 yards long, 10 yards wide, with a depth from 3' 6" sloping widthwise to 6'. The warm water pool dimensions as follow: 27’4”x 33 with a depth from 3’6” sloping to 7’.
Is there an age limit to be a member?
The Health and Fitness Center is an adult facility. Everyone who joins must be 18 or over.
Can I enroll online?
At this point, online enrollment is not available, however we do anticipate at some future point the ability to enroll online.
What does the daycare offer?
Our Kids in Motion program is for children 6 months to 11 years old. And offers the following activities:
- Age appropriate toys and games for children (6 months to 11 years).
- Computers with age appropriate computer games from toddler to 11 years.
- Arts and Craft projects planned throughout the month.
- Coloring pages, painting, and other arts projects on a daily basis for interested children.
- Music for children.
- Physical activity games for children, bouncy balls, jump ropes, etc.
Is there internet access for students and members with laptops?
Yes, the building is configured for wireless internet access.
Do you have a question that is not on this page?
If so, please call us 734-975-9950 and we will be more then happy to answer it for you.