What is the process to join?

1. Complete the FSFP application (pdf) and return it to us. You can email or deliver it to Maggie.
2. We will email to schedule your comprehensive fitness assessment.
3. After the fitness assessment, you will schedule an appointment to review your results with one of our undergraduate interns.
4. If you would like to have a personalized exercise program developed and a personal trainer, please let Maggie know so that she can match you with an undergraduate intern.

When can I join?

You can join FSFP at any time of the year. Payment is due at the time of the fitness evaluation. If you pay for a year in full, your membership will be valid for 12 months from the test day. If you pay for a quarter, your membership is valid for the next 3 months.

Do I need the doctor’s consent? Why do you require it?

Yes, everyone must submit the signed doctor’s consent. This is a clinical exercise physiology program, and we adhere to the guidelines and recommendations of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). ACSM recommends getting doctor’s consent before allowing people to participate in a new exercise program.

Where are you located?

We are located in the PAES Building, which is adjacent to the RPAC. The address is 305 Annie and John Glenn Ave. When you enter the building, go down to the ground floor. The fitness facility is in A22. For the fitness evaluation, go to the Exercise Science Labs (A25). We will meet you at the front desk.

How long does the fitness evaluation take?

It will take approximately one hour.

Are there locker rooms available?

Yes, we have locker rooms and showers available for members to use.

Are the hours listed the only times I can work out?

Yes, the times listed are when the fitness facility is available for FSFP use. When not in use by FSFP, the facility is used to teach activity classes or for research purposes.

When can I get extra help with my workout?

Whenever you need it! Some individuals will need or want more help than others. The undergraduate intern covering each session is there to help any member at any time. But if you would like a personalized exercise program and personal training, please let Maggie know.

Do I have to be a member of RPAC?

No, this membership is considered completely separate from the RPAC. It is like joining a different gym.

Is this a new offering for faculty and staff?

The program was started in 1975 by Dr. Bob Bartels. We have been in this facility since 2007.