CCEEL Outdoor Fitness Court®

About the Fitness Court®

The National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court® is an outdoor body weight training system designed around seven fundamental movement areas:

1. Core – exercises designed to strengthen and stabilize the abdominal and trunk muscles.
2. Squat – lower-body movements that develop strength, stability and functional movement.
3. Push – upper-body exercises using body weight at varying levels of difficulty.
4. Lunge – exercises that challenge lower-body strength, balance and coordination.
5. Pull – movements focused on the back, arms, shoulder, and upper body.
6. Agility – activities designed to develop coordination, speed, balance and cardiovascular fitness.
7. Bend – functional movements emphasizing flexibility, mobility and posterior-chain strength.

Exercises can be adapted for different fitness and experience levels, allowing users to progress at their own pace.

Users may move through all seven stations for a full-body circuit or focus on individual stations based on their fitness goals. The National Fitness Campaign also offers a free Fitness Court® app with instructional videos, guided workouts, exercise variations and workouts for beginner, intermediate and advanced users.

The additional Studio side expands the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® beyond individual circuit training and provides space for organized and instructor-led activities, including:

• Yoga
• Pilates
• Stretching and mobility
• Group fitness
• Wellness classes
• Strength and conditioning activities
• Academic laboratory and experiential learning activities
• Fitness demonstrations
• Community health and wellness programming

The SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® is intended for both the SVSU community and the greater community. It is designed for teens and adults age 14+.

SVSU Students, Faculty and Staff

Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to use the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® for:

• Individual fitness and wellness
• Informal group exercise
• Academic courses
• Laboratory and experiential learning activities
• Faculty-led instruction
• Student wellness programming
• Research and educational activities, when appropriately approved
• Campus organizations and activities
• Organized fitness and wellness programs

The Community

• SVSU welcomes community members to use the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® for individual physical activity and wellness during available hours.
• Community organizations, health and wellness professionals, nonprofit organizations, schools and other groups may also request to reserve the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® for organized activities and programming.

The SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® is generally available:

Daily: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

• Because the facility is outdoors, availability is weather permitting.
• The SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® should not be used when weather or environmental conditions make outdoor exercise unsafe, including severe weather, lightning, ice, snow accumulation or other hazardous conditions.
• Hours and availability may also be modified for University events, maintenance, safety concerns or other operational needs.

Open Use and Reserved Use

• When the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® has not been reserved, individuals may use the facility on a first-come, first-served basis during normal operating hours.
• Users are encouraged to share the facility and be respectful of others who may be exercising at the same time.
• A reservation is recommended when an individual or group needs exclusive or structured use of one or both sides of the SVSU CCEELFitness Court®.

Scheduling and Reservations

• Because the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® is both an educational resource and a community wellness resource, SVSU seeks to balance academic, campus and community use.

Priority for Academic Use

• SVSU academic instruction and academic programming receive priority consideration in scheduling.
• Faculty members who plan to use the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® as part of a course, laboratory, demonstration, experiential learning activity or other academic purpose are encouraged to reserve the space in advance.
• Priority may also be given to scheduled SVSU programs, student activities and University-sponsored health and wellness initiatives.
• Whenever possible, scheduled academic use should be planned in advance so that availability can be communicated to other users.

Community and Organized Group Reservations

• Community groups and organizations wishing to conduct an organized class, program, event or group activity should reserve the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® in advance.
• Reservations help ensure that the space is available and prevent conflicts with academic classes, University programs and other scheduled activities.

Scheduling for organized use of the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® is coordinated through the:

SVSU Center for Community Engagement and Experiential Learning

Email: communityengagement@svsu.edu
Phone: (989) 964-2112

RSVP form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Rv9mp3NFcj

When requesting a reservation, please provide:

• Name and contact information
• Organization or SVSU department, if applicable
• Requested date
• Requested beginning and ending time
• Approximate number of participants
• Type of activity or program
• Whether the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court®, Studio side or both are requested
• Name of the individual responsible for the activity

Submitting a request does not guarantee availability. Confirmation should be received before announcing or conducting an organized activity.

The SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® is designed primarily around body weight exercise, so users do not need traditional exercise machines or weights to complete a workout.

Instructional graphics located at the SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® provide examples of exercises that can be performed at each station.

Users can also access the free National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court® app for additional guidance, including:

• Exercise demonstrations
• Guided workouts
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced options
• Workout variations
• Fitness challenges
• Training guidance

Users should select exercises appropriate for their individual fitness and ability level and exercise within their personal capabilities.

Be Safe. Be Courteous. Be Active.

To help keep the Fitness Court® safe and welcoming for everyone:

• Use the equipment only for its intended fitness purpose.
• Follow posted instructions and exercise guidance.
• Be considerate of others and share equipment during open-use periods.
• Do not interfere with scheduled classes, programs or reserved activities.
• The is SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® is designed for teens and adults 14+.
• Do not use the Fitness Court® when surfaces are wet, icy, snow-covered, damaged, or otherwise unsafe.
• Appropriate athletic footwear is recommended.
• Bring water and remain adequately hydrated.
• Stop exercising if you experience pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms.
• Please help keep the area clean and free of litter.
• Report damaged equipment or unsafe conditions to SVSU.

Fitness, Learning and Community

• The SVSU CCEEL Fitness Court® represents more than a place to exercise. It is an investment in prevention, health promotion, experiential learning and community well-being.
• By making outdoor physical activity accessible to students, faculty, staff and community members, SVSU is creating another opportunity for people to move, learn, connect and take an active role in their health.