At Boston College, our recreation facilities are designed to support the health, wellness, and recreational interests of our entire community. With a wide array of state-of-the-art equipment, versatile spaces, and comprehensive amenities, we cater to fitness enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're looking to engage in competitive sports, enjoy a casual workout, or participate in group fitness classes, our facilities provide a welcoming and dynamic environment for everyone.
Margot Connell Recreation Center
The Margot Connell Recreation Center at Boston College features extensive fitness and training areas, a state-of-the-art aquatic center, multiple multipurpose courts and spaces, as well as diverse group fitness studios, all designed to support the health and wellness of the 51²è¹Ý community.
Fitness and Training Areas
The Margot Connell Recreation Center offers extensive fitness facilities, including a vast array of state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment, strength training machines, and free weights spread over multiple floors. The center is designed to cater to all fitness levels and preferences.
Aquatic Center
Located within the Margot Connell Recreation Center, the Aquatic Center boasts a competition-size swimming pool, a leisure pool, and a hot tub. It hosts swim meets, aquatic fitness classes and lessons, and open swim hours for the 51²è¹Ý community.
Multipurpose Courts and Spaces
The center includes several multipurpose courts for basketball, volleyball, and badminton, along with specialized spaces for squash and racquetball. These facilities support a wide range of intramural sports and recreational activities.
Group Fitness Studios
The center features multiple group fitness studios, which host a variety of classes ranging from yoga and Pilates to high-intensity interval training and spinning. These studios are equipped with modern amenities to enhance the workout experience.
Brookline Campus RecreationalÌýFacilities
Brookline Campus Gym
Nestled in a serene part of the Brookline Campus, the Brookline Campus Gym features a beautifully maintained wood floor basketball court and an array of modern strength training and cardiovascular equipment, accommodating fitness enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you aim to improve your physical health, prepare for an athletic event, or simply enjoy a game of basketball or volleyball, this facility offers a welcoming and dynamic environment for every member of the Boston College community.
Outdoor Sports Facilities
- Soccer field
- Softball field
Newton Campus Recreation Facilities
The Quonset Hut
Situated on the Newton Campus, the Quonset Hut became a part of Campus Recreation on September 1, 2010. Access to the Quonset Hut is free for all existing Campus Recreation members. Others wishing to use the facility must present a valid 51²è¹Ý ID and purchase a day pass. The Quonset Hut is equipped with a variety of cardio and strength equipment:
Cardio Equipment
- Treadmills
- Ellipticals
- Indoor cycling bikes
- StepMill
Strength Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Barbells
- Olympic benches
- Dip and abdominal station
- Cable machines
- Squat rack
The space also includes full locker rooms, restrooms, and showers, with lockers available for rent.
For all inquiries regarding the Quonset Hut, please contact Campus Recreation Member Services at 617-552-0797 or campusrec@bc.edu.
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