The Wells College Recreation, Intramural and Fitness Department offer a wide variety of recreational opportunities to the entire College community. Programs are available to all students, faculty/staff and their families. Most programs/services are available at no charge to participants. However, in order to protect the recreational privileges of our Wells College affiliates and to provide a controlled, safe atmosphere in the facilities, participants are required to present a current Wells College photo identification card to participate. To assure fair, consistent enforcement, patrons are required to present their I.D. cards each time they participate.

In accordance with the Wells College and Division of Student Life’s mission statements, our Recreation Department strives to provide opportunities to the campus community for the development of lifelong learning in the areas of fitness, wellness, intramurals, sports clubs and recreation.  We seek to accomplish this in a safe, fun and diverse environment that uses interactive outlets to improve or maintain the physical, emotional and social health of all members of our college community.  Ultimately, our program continually strives to develop programs and activities for our participants that increase their positive use of leisure time, improve their quality of life and encourage them to commit to a lifetime of fitness and recreation participation.

General Information

Wells College Recreation, Intramural and Fitness Directory

Jeff Tillapaugh
Coordinator of Physical Education Recreation & Fitness 
Office: 3rd Floor Schwartz Center
Phone: 315-364-3421
Email: jtillapaugh@wells.edu

Deb Pickering, MS, AT 
Director of Fitness 
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Office: Athletic Trailers
Phone: 315-364-3349
Email: dpickering@wells.edu

Patricia George
Aquatics Coordinator
M/W Swim Coach
Office: 3rd Floor Schwartz Center
Phone: 315-364-3413
Email: pgeorge@wells.edu

P.E., Recreation, Intramural & Fitness Office    315-364-3421
Fitness Center Front Desk                                   315-364-3315
Security                                                                  315-364-3229
 

Informal Open Recreation for the Schwartz Athletic Center 

Please visit the following site for Schwartz Athletic Center hours and membership information:
http://www.wells.edu/athletics/fitnesscenter.htm

ID Requirement:
All participants must present a current Wells College Photo ID or Membership ID (taken at Fitness Center Front Desk) every time a member wishes to use the facilities. Your ID will be held at the front desk until you are finished using the center.

Equipment Checkout Service:
Members may check out a variety of recreational equipment to use during Open Recreation times. Most equipment may be checked out at no charge

Equipment (no rental fee):
Tennis Rackets/Balls
Basketballs
Floor Hockey Sticks/Pucks
Footballs
Frisbees
Golf Clubs
Soccer Balls
Field Hockey Sticks
Rugby Balls

Equipment (rental fee):
Camping Tent w/ Foot Print, Sleeping Mat and Hardware             $15
Sleeping Bag                                                                                $10
Both                                                                                             $20

Indoor & Outdoor Recreation, Clubs and Intramurals

Daily intramural activities are held in the Schwartz Athletic Center 

Each night of the week will be dedicated to an activity.  These activities will be changed throughout the year.

Here is what you have to look forward to NOW:

Starting Monday, February 4th
Monday:  Basketball
Tuesday:  NET NIGHT - Badminton, Volleyball, Indoor Tennis
Wed:     TEAM Night – Kickball, Tube Waterpolo, Melon Ball, Softball 
 (Team sign-ups required)
Thurs:  Indoor Soccer - Intermediate players game time:  8:30-9:15 pm 
                                  - Advanced players game time:      9:15-10 pm

*All equipment will be provided
*No need for an invite – Just show up and join in the FUN!
*Student ID is required
*These activities will change after several weeks of participation – Check back for updates!

Possible Activities Include:
• 3 on 3 Basketball and 5 on 5 Basketball
• 4 on 4 Volleyball and 6 on 6 Volleyball 
• Arena Ultimate Frisbee
• Badminton Singles and Doubles 
• Broomball 
• Dodgeball Tournament
• Flag Football and Arena Flag Football 
• Floor Hockey 
• Handball
• Inner tube Water Polo 
• Indoor Soccer 
• Kickball
• Noodle Ball
• Softball 
• Tennis 
• Ultimate Games

Possible Outdoor Activities:
• Caving
• Fishing
• Day/Night Hikes
• Hiking Trips to the Catskills & Adirondacks
• Sailing/Canoeing/Kayaking
• Skiing/Snowboarding
• Snowshoeing
• X-C Skiing
• Windsurfing
• White Water Rafting

Possible Activity Clubs:
• Rowing Club
• Paintball Club
• Ninja Club
• Frisbee Golf Club
• Outing Club
• Bowling Club

As part of the Student Life Division and the Office of Campus Involvement, we encourage all students interested in forming a club to follow the procedures outlined on pages 149 & 163 of the Wells College Handbook.
 
 

Instructional Programs

Throughout the year a number of instructional programs will be offered featuring instruction and participation in sports and fitness-related activities for students, faculty/staff and community members.

Possible Instructional Programs:
• Tai Chi
• Yoga
• Pilates
• Karate
• Swimming Lessons
• Water Aerobics