Pursue an active lifestyle, learn a new skill, and make personal connections by getting involved with Recreation & Wellness. Recreation & Wellness offers club sports like basketball, volleyball, flag football, and soccer, which compete with community colleges in the area. Rec & Well also hosts intramurals, open gym times, and off-campus events like bowling.
Additionally, Recreation & Wellness offers fitness and wellness opportunities that are open to all, fostering a sense of inclusivity and acceptance. These include group fitness and open weight room times, providing a supportive environment for your fitness journey.
Check out the Recreation & Wellness Microsoft Teams page for different ways to get involved and find fitness & wellness resources to help keep you active! NHCC Rec & Wellness Team
- Intramural sports teams consist of students who play against other students.
- E-Sports and Online Games & Tournaments: Fantasy Football, Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Basketball, NFL Weekly Pick'em
- Special Events consist of events like Students vs Employees, Top Golf, Bowling, & more! Check out the NHCC Calendar for events and details!
Facility Access and Hours
In order to use the facilities, or take part in any Recreation and Wellness activity, you must be a currently enrolled student and present a valid NHCC Student ID to the staff member at the desk.
*All times are subject to change. Only open when classes are in session.
Game Room Hours
Location: CC 206
Monday-Wednesday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
*When Classes are in Session
**Hours Subject to Change
Open Gym
Location: HWC 123
Monday and Wednesday: 8:00-10:45 a.m., 12:30-1:30 p.m., 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-6 p.m.
*When Classes are in Session
**Hours Subject to Change
Open Weight Room Hours
Monday-Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.-6 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-3 p.m.
*When Classes are in Session
**Hours Subject to Change
Free for current NHCC students and employees
*** Students must show proof of registration for Spring 2025. ***
Intramurals & Club Sports
Flag Football
Season kicks off in September!
As a member of the team, players are expected travel to road games and participate in practices. Only currently enrolled students are eligible to play and participation is free. Previous football and/or flag football experience is encouraged, but NOT required.
Open to all genders. Free to participate.
Flag Football Schedule Season
Games are played on Thursdays at 3 PM Club Flag Football Playoffs and Championship are the Thursday of MEA in October. All games and practices are played at NHCC. Spectators are free to watch.
NHCC - '14, '15, '16 Metro Champions!
Basketball
Soccer
Club soccer has drop-in soccer times (indoors & outdoors *weather dependent) and organizes games against other colleges and universities. Must be current NHCC student. Previous soccer experience is encouraged, but not required. No cost to participate. Open to all genders.
Club Soccer Schedule
Open/Drop In Soccer is on the Outdoor Fields every Friday 10am - 12pm September -November (*Weather Dependent) and then moves into the HWC Gym for Futsal/Indoor Soccer November until March/April.
Metro League Futsal Season coming soon!
Home Games are played at the NHCC Health & Wellness Center Gym. Admission is free.
Group Fitness Classes
Currently enrolled students and staff can drop into fitness classes throughout spring semester for free. Classes meet on a regular basis when academic classes are in session.
Cardio Strength w/Shelly S - Virtual via Zoom
Come and join us during this up-tempo workout combining strength training, cardio and endurance, using a high-intensity interval format. We use a variety of methods to build muscle and get our heart rates up, while groovin’ to upbeat music. The class is structured to challenge all fitness levels. Beginners and advanced fitness lovers welcome. Come and join the fun!
Class will be offered on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12 PM -1 PM in HWC Dance Studio.
Disciplinary Policy
All students are expected to follow standards of behavior as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct (Chapter 3).
Locker Rooms and Lockers
Lockers with combo locks are available for semester-long use to currently enrolled students and employees in the Men's and Women's Locker Rooms. Lockers in HWC Hallway outside the gymnasium are available as well. All student lockers must be emptied at the end of each semester. Request a locker online or visit the Recreation and Wellness Weight Room Desk (HWC 166) during open hours. If you have questions or are having issues accessing a locker, contact Nathan Field, Recreation & Wellness Coordinator, in CC 101A or call 763-488-0195.
Dance Studio/Dojo
Location: HWC 167
Dance Studio/Dojo is available and free to use for current NHCC students and employees. All reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Individuals may make reoccurring reservations. However, if individuals fail to show up more than twice in a row during reoccurring reservation the remainder of the reservation will be canceled. Dance Studio/Dojo reservation request online or please contact Nathan Field, Recreation & Wellness Coordinator, in CC 101A or call 763-488-0195.
- Reserve in advance or available on first-come basis
- No food or drink allowed, only water.
- Athletic shoes only. No boots, dress shoes etc.
- Do not sit, use, or store anything on the Aikido mats
- Individuals must clean up when finished and pull door shut making sure it is locked and secured.
