Health & Recreation Center
Locker Clean-Out | April 23 at 1 p.m. ET
- If you would like to renew your current locker subscription please do so before Locker Clean-Out.
- If you do not wish to renew your current locker subscription, please notify the HRC front desk before Locker Clean-Out to ensure we properly clean the newly vacant locker.
- If you wish to rent a locker for the first time, we ask that you wait until April 23 at 4 p.m. ET to ensure that we have thoroughly cleaned all of the lockers. Any locker that has not been renewed by the time of Locker Clean-Out will be considered not renewed and will be deemed vacant for another patron to use.
- Any items left in lockers that have not been renewed will be bagged up and kept until April 30 to be picked up for a $5 fee.
- After April 30, all eligible items will be donated. Any items that are ineligible will be thrown away.
- Please see the HRC front desk for more details.
Hours of Operation & Procedures
For the most current HRC policies, please click here.
All HRC usage is by appointment only. You may book one hour time slots for the pool, the track, or the weight room.
For a sample itinerary of what an appointment looks like, please click here.
Hours:
Monday – Saturday; closed Sunday
The following areas will be open Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 1 p.m.; 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. (3-hour break for cleaning) AND Saturday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- HRC Lobby (pool tables, ping pong tables, and TV area)
- Locker rooms
- Weight room
- Main pool (Saturday hours will vary)
The following area will be open Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 8 a.m.; 5 p.m. – 7 p.m AND Saturday 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Track
Areas remaining closed:
Children’s area (located in lobby), ballet studio, basketball court, and Levering gym. Pool is closed to children per CDC and local health guidelines.
Activities not being offered:
Childcare, ballet, intramurals, and any external events or groups using the HRC.
Guest usage limitations per hour and per area:
- Pool: 6 guests (lap swimming only)
- Weight room: 15 guests
- Track: 5 to 6 guests
Holiday Hours
Please check back here regularly for various holiday operating hours:
Contact Us
Email: hrc@sbts.edu
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Children's Department
**CLOSED FOR THE DURATION OF THE SPRING 2021 SEMESTER**
The Children’s Department is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children of the seminary community. It is our goal to serve families by offering programs that strive to encourage the children of Southern.
Learn MoreAll activities below are closed for the duration of the Spring 2021 Semester
Southern Childcare
Southern Childcare offers weekly class times that engage children in whole brain teaching. With the use of “The Gospel Story Curriculum” our trained staff will walk children through God’s Word with engaging activities and creative crafts.
Fitness Childcare
Fitness Child Care has been created to serve parents who are pursuing a healthy lifestyle. Childcare will be offered during select fitness classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the semester.
Women's Events
Our institution hosts a number of women’s events. Take advantage of all that Southern has to offer by placing your children in our care. Women’s Events include SWI, Koinonia,, Equip, and much more. Like our weekly programs children will be presented with the gospel each time they walk through our doors.
Date Nights
As parents equip themselves to successfully build oneness over a lifetime while in ministry, the Children’s Department will invest in their children by providing games, snacks, and devotionals all centered on God’s Word.
Ballet & Tap
The goal of Bella Ballet is to provide classical ballet & tap classes that offer strong technique and vocabulary while offering a warm, Christ-like atmosphere to teach that ballet is a gift from God and should be used for his glory.
Swim
Southern’s aquatics team offers a variety of lessons to encourage a life long love of swimming. Choose from our Baby Swim, Swim Lessons, or for older children, Swim Team. Classes take place throughout the year thanks to our heated pool.
Pool Information
Our Natatorium features a just under junior Olympic sized swimming pool, a spa, a kiddie pool, and an outdoor fountain pool open between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
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Free Services
Need help taking the next step in your fitness and nutrition journey? Our free services are a great place to start.
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Group Fitness Classes
The Health and Rec Center offers an array of Group Fitness classes to get you moving towards your fitness goals.
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Intramural Sports
**CLOSED FOR THE DURATION OF THE SPRING 2021 SEMESTER**
In addition to mind and soul, keeping one’s body healthy is an important goal for the seminary student. If you enjoy sports, intramurals are a great opportunity to stay in shape.
If you are a student, student spouse, community member, SBTS/Boyce employee, or alumnus you are welcome to participate.
Rentals
**CLOSED FOR THE DURATION OF THE SPRING 2021 SEMESTER**
The Health and Recreation Center has a wide array of games, sports, and fitness equipment available for rent. Some items are available to check out while in the HRC or Seminary lawn for free. All recreation and game rental requests can be submitted online.
View Rental Options Here
Policies and Membership
The Health and Rec Center policies exist to maintain a safe environment that allows for fitness, fun, and fellowship for athletes of all skill sets and ages.
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Online Store
**CLOSED FOR THE DURATION OF THE SPRING 2021 SEMESTER**