Wondering how to make the most of your tuition? The quarterly $790 “General University Fee” covers free access to numerous Drexel Athletic facilities. Here is a list of them to take full advantage.
The newly renovated gym features two floors of workout space, including free weights, machines and cardio equipment. There are also two basketball courts and a small indoor running/walking track. The Rec Center also offers various fitness classes such as pilates and yoga in their two studios.
On the second floor of the Rec Center, there is a climbing wall, which has bouldering and top-rope climbing. Belay classes are also offered. During the school year, the rock wall is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Daskalakis Athletic Center Pool
The six lane 25-yard pool is open to students to swim laps when not in use by the D1 or Club teams. Hours vary but are often open twice a day in the morning and in the evening. During open swimming, there is always a lifeguard on duty. For directions ask the people at the front desk of the recreation center, or follow the signage and map.
Kline and Specter Squash Center
In the lower level of the DAC, five squash courts are available. Additionally, two squash courts are open near the entrance of the Rec Center. Since squash is such a popular sport at Drexel, there is the possibility to book the courts in advance on the Rec Center website.
Next to the 7-11 on 34th Street and Lancaster Avenue are two first come, first serve tennis courts. The courts are open during the daytime and evening as there are lights over the area. In addition to tennis, four pickleball nets are available to be temporarily placed on the court.
Right in the heart of campus on JFK Boulevard and Arch Street are two sand volleyball courts named after alumni Robert Buckley. You can find students playing volleyball at all hours of the day.
Located about one mile away from campus, and accessible via the Dragon Shuttle, Vidas is the main complex for Drexel’s D1 athletics. When not in use with the athletes, any Drexel student is able to use it. At Vidas, there are tennis courts, turf fields and grass fields.