Have you been to the Student Life Center? Many consider the SLC to be the heart and soul of Cortland’s campus. Containing ‘The Bistro Off Broadway’, and ‘Fuel’ the SLC can be a great place to grab a meal. But it offers so much more.
As Cortland students, we have access to some of the best athletic facilities available. The circuit/free weight area of the Student Life Center is vast, covering over 9,000 Sq. feet. With options for all types of athletes, powerlifters, cross-fitters, and sport-athletes alike have access to all of the weightlifting equipment they need to stay in prime-shape.
For those less interested in weight-training, the SLC has plenty of other options. With over 70 stationary bikes, treadmills, stair machines, and ellipticals; you’ll be able to get a workout in even at the busiest times! The SLC also has an indoor track that is one-fifth of a mile around the entirety of the building. So get running!
The SLC also offers personal training services for community members that need extra motivation, or just a helping hand. Along with these services, you can find spin classes, swimming classes, and much more. These activities are instructed by trusted professionals who are oftentimes Cortland students.
Another great feature of the SLC is the ‘3-court gymnasium.’ This giant gymnasium holds three basketball courts, which are constantly being used. A volleyball net will always be set up here. So if you’re interested in sports like volleyball, badminton, and pickleball the 3- court gymnasium may be the place to find your competition. Additionally, anybody who enjoys playing basketball should head down to the SLC. Most of the time you’ll be able to find some teammates to play with!
These aren’t the only sports available here, the SLC offers a Golfing simulator for those interested in improving their swing. A 5,000 Sq foot pool facility, containing 6 lanes for swimming and a 25-person hot tub. As well as a rock-climbing wall, and a multi-purpose court that can serve as an indoor soccer field, or be used for floor hockey.
You can also come to the SLC to relax! Head to the game room to find an arcade-style layout of classic games. You have access to many gaming systems including Playstation, Xbox, and Wii. You can also play pool, air-hockey, foosball and more. The game room also has skee-ball and electronic basketball machines for your enjoyment.
You can find many classes in the mind/body room, which is specifically designed to help you relax. The ceiling of the mind/body room mimics the constellations, with ambient lighting adjustments you can de-stress during your time off from classes. Some of the many classes offered here are vinyasa, power yoga, and meditation.
The Student Life Center is one of the many great perks of being a Cortland student. Admission to this beautiful building is included within our tuition prices, so it’s only smart to take advantage of what is offered. This semester, I recommended that you get down to the SLC and explore the many features that are available to you!