Cornell College

 SAW FITNESS FACILITY HOURS

THE RIRIE FITNESS & WELLNESS CENTER:

Regular Block Hours: Weeks 1-3

Monday-Thursday | 6 AM - 10 PM

Friday | 6 AM - 8 PM

Saturday | 9 AM - 7 PM

Sunday | 1 PM - 8 PM

Block Break Hours: Week 4

Monday-Wednesday | 6 AM - 10 PM

Thursday-Saturday | 9 AM - 7 PM

Sunday | 1 PM - 8 PM

THE RIRIE FITNESS & WELLNESS CENTER

The Ririe Fitness and Wellness Center located within the SAW is dedicated to enhancing the campus climate and enriching the quality of life by fostering growth within the seven dimensions of the wellness: social, emotional, mental, physical, environmental, spiritual and occupational. 

The SAW and the Ririe Fitness and Wellness Center recognizes and celebrates the opportunities wellness provides by uniting individuals from distinct backgrounds in a common goal.  The building houses state of the art fitness equipment, a variety of recreational and intramural programs as well as effective wellness education provided by the college’s Health Promotions department with support from the Wellness Center Coordinator. 

Building off the rich athletic history of the past, the SAW has become a vital hub of health and wellness for our student-athletes and the broader Cornell community. The college worked closely with the architectural firm Kahler Slater and construction firm M.A. Mortenson Company for this $20.5 million renovation project, which was completed in August 2022. The design concept centered around creating an inclusive facility rooted in function that allows Cornell to recruit top students, athletes, coaches, and staff, while serving as a living showcase of the past, present, and future of athletics and wellness on the Hilltop!

Additional Resources:

  Meyer Strength Area Policies  >         2-Day Machine Workout Template >        3-Day Free Weight Workout Template > 

  Turner Cardio Area Policies >             3-Day Machine Workout Template >        4-Day Free Weight Workout Template > 

  Online Access Card Request >        

ASSUMPTION OF RISK

By participating in activities or using equipment and facilities offered, campus community members knowingly and voluntarily assume any and all risks of injuries, regardless of severity, which may occur as a result of participation in fitness classes, intramural sports, self-directed exercise and/or other activities provided by the wellness center. Cornell College is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

  Release and Waiver of Liability >  

CAMPUS WELLNESS 

The Intramural & Wellness Program offers many events throughout the year, including yoga, aerobics, martial arts, and dance mix classes. Activities offered differ every year and are subject to change. 

  Learn More >  

ENTRANCE

All users and approved guests must present a valid Cornell ID Card coded with a current campus number in order to enter the Small Athletic and Wellness Center. See SAW Usage Policy for detailed information on who can use the facility.

• All users must present a valid ID Card upon entry.
• The staff reserves the right to refuse admittance. Upon request a Cornell ID or pass must be shown to staff.
• Entry to and exit from the facility must be through controlled access points only. Other exits are for emergencies only.
• Cornell Student Athletes must show a valid ID Card.
• In the event that a campus community patron forgets their ID Card, they will be allowed to enter the facility on the first instance. Each campus community patron is granted one use of this policy per semester.
  • If they have already accessed the facility without an ID Card during the same semester and it is noted on the spreadsheet at the front desk, entrance to the facility will not be granted.

CONDUCT

• All Cornell College students, faculty, staff and guests are expected to be responsible, courteous, and safety conscious at all times while using the SAW.
• Disorderly conduct, abuse or misuse of the facility or its equipment, or disregard for policies will not be tolerated.
• Policies are posted within the facility and are located at specific areas throughout the facility within the Turner Cardio and Meyer Strength areas.

LOCKERS

• Lockers in the general use locker rooms and throughout of the Small Athletic and Wellness Center may be used on a first come first serve basis during business hours.
• Personal locks are not allowed and will be cut off and contents removed. Contents may be retrieved from the Wellness Center Coordinators office. Personal items will be placed into a bag and stored for no more than 30 days.
• Cornell College is not responsible for lost or stolen property.

LOCKER ROOMS AND RESTROOMS

• Campus community patrons may utilize facilities including locker rooms and restrooms in a manner consistent with their gender identity.
• Taking pictures or video via camera, or cell phone is strictly prohibited.
• It is recommended that all patrons leave no valuables unsecured or unattended.
• Lost and found articles may be taken to the front desk or to the Wellness Coordinators/Head Performance Coach office.
• Do not leave any doors or entrances into the locker rooms propped open.
• Patrons should double-check their lock to make sure it is locked when showering or leaving the facility.
• After showering, do not leave any soap or shampoo in the shower area.
• Please notify the staff of any needs you may have, unsafe activities or facility problems immediately.

LOST AND FOUND

• Lost and found items such as small valuables, ID cards, clothes, equipment and other miscellaneous items may be turned into the Front Desk staff and will be secured.
• Lost and found items will be stored at the Front Desk for no more than 30 days. If items are not claimed within 30 days items will be disposed of or donated.

SAW RESOURCES

Curt Lamb

Wellness Center Coordinator | Head Sports Performance Coach

Marcia Sisk

Director of Health Promotions

Cindy Turley

Intramurals