Fitness Centers and Pool

Experience Norwich University’s destinations for recreation, health, and wellness including the Class of 1984 Fitness Center, Plumley Fitness Center, Goodyear Pool, Shapiro Climbing Wall, and the Shaw Outdoor Center.

Facility Details

  1. Class of 1984 Fitness Center

    Opened in the Fall of 2024 through the generous donations from the Class of 1984, features:

    • Modern commercial strength machines
    • Modern commercial cardio equipment
    • Stretching area
    • Free weights
  1. Goodyear Pool

    A six-lane, 25-yard competitive style pool, features:

    • Depths ranging from five to eleven feet
    • Wave breaker lane lines for optimal swim conditions
    • A Colorado timing system and scoreboard, ideal for swim meets and training sessions
    • A live stream camera so friends and family never miss the action
    • Stadium seating for spectators and a one-meter diving springboard for divers of all levels
  1. Plumley Fitness Center

    A 26,500-square-foot facility originally built as an armory, features:

    • Full basketball courts for pick-up games and team practices
    • An indoor running track for year-round cardio
    • Spacious locker rooms for your convenience
    • Two fitness rooms equipped with free weights, strength machines, and a wide range of cardio equipment
  1. Shapiro Field House Climbing Wall

    A 30-foot climbing wall, features:

    • Four top rope lanes
    • Two lead climbing lanes
    • Artificial features and terrain including overhangs, cracks, and volumes

Facility Hours and Contacts

Person in athletic wear performing a front squat with a loaded barbell in the Norwich University 84 Fitness Center weight room.

Class of 1984 Fitness Center

Summer hours
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sunday: closed

Contact
Andrew Padilla
Assistant Director of Recreation
802-485-4030

Email Andrew Padilla
Plumley Armory Fitness Center at Norwich University featuring rows of free weights, benches, squat racks, and maroon and gold accents throughout the gym.

Plumley Fitness Center

Summer hours
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sunday: closed

Community memberships
Individual: $40 per month
Family: $60 per month
Individual Alumni: $20 per month

Purchase your membership
Individual and family
Norwich alumni

Contact
Andrew Padilla
Assistant Director of Recreation
802-485-4030

Email Andrew Padilla
Goodyear Pool at Norwich University: six-lane, 25-yard indoor swimming facility with blue water, lane dividers, and stadium seating.

Goodyear Pool

Closed for the summer.

Community Membership
Individual: $15 per month

Contact
Jennifer Cournoyer
Swimming & Diving Head Coach
802-485-2507

Email Coach Cournoyer