The Johnson Center

In addition to some of the main attractions on campus such as the legendary W.T. Library, Rupp Arena, and White Hall, the University of Kentucky is home to one of the best recreational centers: The Johnson Center.  “The Johnson Center‚ located on Complex Drive‚ is a state–of–the–art recreation facility that is designed to provide choices and opportunities for healthy living” (Johnson Recreation Center).  Students, as well as faculty members, are able to use this gym at basically any time they please thanks to its lengthy hours of operation.  Users of this gym are also spoiled with an abundance of fine equipment as well as workout classes.

            During the week, the J.C. is open from the crack of dawn at 6 in the morning for the early birds on campus and doesn’t close until midnight.  The hours on the weekend are not as lengthy as they are during the week, but for those who enjoy working out on Saturdays and Sundays are able to for most of the day. 

            This multi-purpose facility has something for just about everyone.  For those who love to improve their cardio, there is a four-lane elevated jogging track as well as a cycling studio.  For those looking for something more fun, there is a rock climbing wall, four racquetball courts, as well as basketball courts.  Then, at the end of the day for those who can’t wait to get clean again, there are locker rooms filled with showers to wash off.  In addition to traditional weight lifting, the Johnson Center also offers group fitness classes.  Some of these classes include yoga, Zumba, Pilates, and cardio hip hop to name a few.  There is a lot of fun to be had at the Johnson Center for everyone.

http://www.uky.edu/studentaffairs/campusrec/facilities/JohnsonCenter