Campus Recreation

There are plenty of ways to stay active and have fun with your fellow Banyan!

At New College we take a holistic approach to wellness which includes physical fitness, as well as building healthy social relationships through activities and sports. We strive to create an environment for students to develop leadership, teamwork, confidence and problem-solving skills through our many recreational programs. The department of Campus Recreation includes the Recreation Center, outdoor recreational courts and fields, the Waterfront Program, and certain recreational, fitness, and sports clubs. These programs are designed for everyone no matter skill level. Our outdoor facilities include a beautiful 25-meter swimming pool, hot tub, an indoor wood-floored racquetball court, two spacious wood-floored dance and exercise rooms, a lighted basketball court, two lighted tennis courts, a multipurpose playing field and softball diamond, and a fitness path. Sports equipment can be checked out at the Recreation Center office. On the Bayfront Campus we have a beautiful Waterfront Program and Boathouse where you can check out kayaks, paddleboards, and sail boats, and also take free sailing and kayaking lessons available through the Sailing Club.

Indoor facilities feature a variety of strength-training and cardiovascular equipment including CYBEX Arc Trainers, OCTANE Ellipticals, TRUE Treadmills, a Concept 2 Rowing Machine, and Schwinn stationary bikes. The weight room includes a full line of CYBEX selectorized weight machines, urethane-coated dumbbells weighing from 5 to 100 pounds, urethane-coated fixed barbells 20-110 pounds, urethane-coated free weight plates, an angled Smith machine, flat and incline weight benches, and a variety of free weight equipment that will help you stay physically fit. You can use slam balls, battle ropes, and resistance bands that have been provided by Living Fit inside our facilities! You can also take advantage of expert fitness training available free to students and the professional-quality body composition computer for fitness measurement and testing.

The Recreation Center also offers a variety of aerobics workouts, martial arts and dance classes, as well as workshops on health and nutrition.

Recreation Center

All groups and members are expected to comply with policies set forth by the institution, including but not limited to: the Student Code of Conduct, the Student Event Host Policy, and the Registered Student Organization Manual.

• Collegiate Sports: Open only to NCF students, competes externally
• Club Sports: Open only to NCF students, does not compete externally

Aquatics Complex

Our outdoor pool area includes: 

• A lap swimming pool
• Pool deck space with turf for aquatic workouts or team training
• Swim programming, pool parties, and aquatic fitness classes

Lifeguarding & Safety Training 

We take aquatic safety seriously. All our student employees are lifeguards certified through the American Red Cross and must pass a rigorous prerequisite swim test before employment. Interested in becoming a lifeguard? We offer:

Lifeguard Certification Course

• Lifeguard Certification Course
• CPR/AED & First Aid Training
• Recertification Course
  • These trainings are open to students, staff, faculty, and the public.

Fitness & Strength Training

 Our new and improved weight room is fully equipped for all levels of fitness. Features include:

• 9 brand new branded squat racks
• Open free weights for custom workouts
• Selectorized weight machines 
• Cardio equipment including treadmills, bikes, rowers, stairmaster, and ellipticals 
• Stretching and functional training area

Mind & Movement Studios

Whether you’re looking to relax or get energized, our studios support all kind of movement:

• Yoga Studio for guided or solo practice 
• Dance/Aerobics Studio for classes, rehearsals, and events 
• Group fitness classes available throughout the week, from Zumba to HIIT 

Courts & Outdoor Recreation

Stay active and social with a wide variety of courts and open play areas:

• Tennis & Pickleball Courts
• Outside Basketball Court
• Softball Field
• Rec Club Sports and open recreation times available 

Additional Programs & Services

• Personal Training
• Equipment checkout for racquets, balls, and more
• Special events like RecFest, sport tournaments, and poolside yoga

Location & Hours

School Year Hours: Monday – Friday 8am-9pm, Saturday and Sunday 12pm-9pm 

Summer Hours: Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm and Saturday and Sunday 12pm – 6pm

Waterfront Program

The New College of Florida Waterfront Program is the gateway to expanding our coastal campus out into Sarasota Bay. Students can swim at the beach, learn to sail, go fishing or take a kayak out on the bay! The boathouse on Caples Campus has wifi and is a great place to hang out on the lawn and study.

Sailing

Ready to catch the wind and try something new? Whether you’re brand new or already know your way around a sailboat, everyone’s welcome. The sailing club or sailing team are open to all students looking to polish their skipper skills. Learn more about student clubs and organizations here.

Paddle Sports

Kayaks, canoes and stand up paddle boards are a favorite platform to experience the bay. These low skill high reward activities are a great way to spend time with friends outside of the classroom. Additionally, kayak field trips away from campus give even more opportunities to experience all the nature Florida has to offer.