This is a self-paced course with no regularly scheduled meeting time. Students are responsible for completing fitness activities independently. New students must attend a brief orientation before beginning the course. Please call the KCC Fitness Center at 815-802-8610 or email the director at cmeister@kcc.edu to set up an orientation time.
Take part in an individualized fitness program based at KCC's Fitness Center. Guided by a professional staff, students are encouraged to pursue goals such as weight loss; increase muscle strength; improve athletic performance; improve endurance levels; improve cardiovascular health; lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels; reduce body fat percentage; reduce stress; and maintain current fitness levels. Available equipment includes treadmills, exercise cycles, elliptical cross-trainers, stair climber machines, resistance strength training equipment and free weights. First-time students must attend a fitness orientation. May be taken under the pass/fail grading option.
The course is designed to support students in establishing and maintaining regular physical activity through independent participation. Students earn credit by completing and documenting 1,500 minutes (25 hours) of physical activity during the semester.
Students are responsible for managing their own activity schedule and selecting activities appropriate for their individual needs and goals.
Faculty Contact Information
Contact cmeister@kcc.edu or locate available staff at time of workout.
FITNESS CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Thursday: 6am - 7pm
Friday: 6am - 1pm
Saturday: 8am - 12pm
Sunday: Closed
Course Information
n/a
GRADING SCALE
A = 1500 min.
B = 1320 min.
C = 1200 min.
D = 1020 min.
F = 1019 min.
- Minimum time: 20 minutes per day
- Maximum time: 2 hours per day
- Want an A? Stay on track by attending 2-3 hours per week.
- All workouts must be done in the Fitness Center facility. No credit given for running/walking outside.
- Time spent changing your clothes, showering, etc. is considered your own time.
LOGGING IN and OUT
Log in and log out at the computer to receive credit for attendance. This is your responsibility.
Log in:
Be sure to log in only when you are going to begin your workout.
- Type in your seven-digit Student ID number or scan your ID card.
- The computer will show you a screen with your name, click “Continue” by using the mouse.
Log out:
Log out as soon as you are finished with your workout. If you do not sign out, your time will be eliminated for that day. Fitness Center staff cannot re-enter lost time.
The Log out procedure is very similar to logging in.
- Type in your seven-digit Student ID number or scan your ID card.
- The computer will show you a “log out of Fitness Center” tab. Click by using the mouse.
- Click “Continue” to finish logging out.
- If time is under 20 minutes, the screen will give you a warning message. Remember you must work out for a minimum of 20 min. to gain time.
Checking Your Time:
- Type in your seven-digit Student ID number or scan your ID card.
- Click “Time Check” with the mouse. Click “Continue” to exit the screen.
- This method will not sign you in, it is only for checking your total time accumulated.
Athletics
Athletic Director, Bryce Shafer; 815-802-8613; G111; bshafer@kcc.edu; Athletics Office – G112; 815-802-8600
Welcome to the KCC Fitness Center. We hope you enjoy your visit to this beautiful facility. To ensure that everyone has a safe, productive, and enjoyable time, please observe the following policies. Those who do not follow these policies will be required to leave and/or will be subject to disciplinary action as outlined in the college’s code of conduct.
PARKING - Park only in designated spaces in the parking lot. If there is an overflow, use the parking lot across from the softball field. Two spaces are marked for staff.
LOCKER ROOMS – Day-use shelves and lockers are provided for personal property. You must provide your own lock and empty the lockers daily. KCC is not responsible for articles left on the shelves or in lockers without a lock. Locker room showers are available. Shower towels are not provided.
EQUIPMENT WIPEDOWN - To protect the equipment and improve sanitation, all participants are asked to use the sanitary spray and provided towels to clean each machine used. Cleaning stations are provided throughout the facility. Do not spray disinfectants directly on digital display panels. Return towels to the designated areas.
DRESS CODE - Proper athletic attire must be worn while using the Fitness Center.
- Gym shoes, athletic pants/shorts, and T-shirts/sweatshirts are considered appropriate attire.
- Shirts should cover full chest, back and lower torso area. A sports bra cannot be your only top.
- Absolutely NO bare feet, sandals, open toe or open-back shoes are permitted.
- Gym shoes must be clean, dry, and worn the entire time.
CELL PHONES - For the safety and comfort of our members, the use of cell phones is not permitted in the Fitness Center or locker rooms. You should exit the Fitness Center when taking a call. Time on the phone must be handled quickly, or you will need to log out. Cell phones should be put away while on machines.
MUSIC - Music is permitted and MUST have proper headphones and playlists already made.
COURTEOUS BEHAVIOR – You must work out while in the Fitness Center. Please take into consideration your choice of language and the volume you use as a courtesy to others. Profanity is NOT ALLOWED. Loitering or distracting others is not allowed. No food or drink allowed (except water).
WEIGHTLIFTING - As a courtesy to all Fitness Center members and for safety reasons, ALL LIFTERS MUST follow these policies:
- Allow others to work in between sets. Move from station to station at a reasonable speed. Refrain from using the equipment as a place to stop and check your phone or socialize
- Re-rack dumbbells and weight plates after using them, along with returning benches to the proper areas.
- Do not slam or drop the weights (e.g., deadlifts).
- Use barbells, plates, bars and hand weights only in the designated free-weight area with rubber flooring.
- Always use collars to secure weights on the bar.
- Use a spotter for safety. If you do not have a lifting partner, ask a Fitness Center staff person to assist you.
- Please report damaged equipment immediately to the Fitness Center staff.
ID SHARING/CHEATING - Misrepresenting activity time is subject to disciplinary action. These actions WILL result in failing a course or administrative withdrawal. ID Sharing is NOT ALLOWED and WILL result in removal from the Fitness Center.
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
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