Jacobs Fitness Center
The Jacobs Fitness Center is one of two fitness centers that are a part of American University’s department of Recreation, Sports and Fitness and is the main fitness hub on campus. The Fitness Center was made possible by the generous donation from William I Jacobs, former Chairman of the American University Board of Trustees and Class of 1966.
Located on the first floor of the Sports Center, the Fitness Center includes a strength area, cardio floor, and one group exercise studio. It is also the access point for the
Reeves Aquatic Center and
Bender Arena.
To gain access to the facility, you must be a Recreational Sports & Fitness
member or a current AU
student member.
Cassell Fitness Center
The Cassell Fitness Center is a part of American University’s department of Recreation, Sports and Fitness. Opened in Fall 2013, this 8,000 square foot facility includes state-of-the-art fitness equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, cross trainers, upright and recumbent bikes, stair climbers, free weights, and plate loaded strength equipment. Additional features also include two group exercise studios, fitness assessment room, and small locker rooms.
Conveniently located on the first floor of Cassell Hall separate entrance than the residence hall, the facility doubled the fitness space on campus when it opened.
All Recreational Sports & Fitness
members and current AU
students are allowed to access both the Cassell Fitness Center and the
Jacobs Fitness Center.
