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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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

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

Goodyear Pool
Closed for the summer.
Community Membership
Individual: $15 per month
Contact
Jennifer Cournoyer
Swimming & Diving Head Coach
802-485-2507