RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES There are many recreational opportunities during Summer Sessions. Take a break from your books, get some exercise and have fun!
Ping Student Recreation Center The Ping Student Recreation Center, opened in early 1996, is a state-of-the-art facility featuring a two-sided climbing wall, courts for basketball, volleyball, racquetball, walleyball, and squash, a jogging track, cardiovascular and weight training equipment and rooms for aerobics and martial arts classes. Billiards, table tennis and television lounge areas are also available along with locker room facilities and equipment rental. Call (740) 593-4669 for more information.
Golf Course The Ohio University Golf Course has nine holes and a putting green. Golf equipment can be rented during hours of operation. Call (740) 593-4669 for more information.
Driving Range The Ohio University Driving Range is located at the end of West State Street. This illuminated, 250-yard driving range can accommodate approximately 30 golfers on its natural grass tee. Also available is a practice putting green and club rentals. Call (740) 593-7238 for more information.
Fitness
Aerobic classes are offered at no charge to full-time students. Schedules are posted at the Ping Center Control Desk. Call (740) 593-9918 for information.
Aquatic Center
Recreational and lap swimming are available to students and the community. The indoor pool is 25 yards wide and 50 meters long with two 3-meter diving boards and two 1-meter boards. Call (740) 593-4670 for more information.
Intramural Sports
The Intramural Sports Office organizes games of softball, soccer, racquetball, volleyball, basketball, and table tennis. Call (740) 593-9907 for more information and a schedule.
Baker University Center
The John Calhoun Baker University Center is a focal point for extracurricular life with a variety of facilities including: Recreation Room with pool tables, and video and pinball games; Front Room serving as a campus coffeehouse and featuring student organization produced entertainment programs; State Room Dining Room serving lunch daily.
The Information Center in the main lobby facilitates campus information, check cashing, notary public service, and more. Call (740) 593-4000 for more information.
