The Sarah Lawrence College Department of Athletics and Physical Education provides recreational and competitive athletics opportunities that contribute to the physical, social, and emotional well-being of our students. We are dedicated to assisting student-athletes in achieving balance and intellectual success in an inclusive environment that fosters leadership, commitment, and sportsmanship.
Campbell Sports Center
This 48,000-square-foot facility offers a variety of recreational opportunities for students. The Campbell Sports Center includes a gymnasium with a basketball/volleyball court, an elevated jogging track, swimming pool, three squash courts, a student lounge, a rowing tank, and a studio that provides space for activities ranging from aerobics to fencing. The Sports Center also houses the Caspar Whitney Fitness Center, which features a variety of cardiovascular equipment, including treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowing machines, Truweight-training circuit, and a free-weight area. Fitness assistants are on hand to assist in the safe and effective use of all equipment.
914.395.2560—Campbell Sports Center
Physical Education
Exercise increases physical energy, mental alertness, and self-confidence, and is believed to help foster creativity. With these rewards in mind, the physical education (PE) program is designed to help students pursue meaningful activities. The program emphasizes participation and enjoyment in a noncompetitive atmosphere.
Students are required to take four credits of physical education, half of which must be completed in the first year. Registration for classes takes place at the beginning and midpoint of each semester at the Campbell Sports Center. Graduate students have no PE requirement, but may register for courses when space is available.
The College offers an average of 25 courses per semester. Courses vary seasonally and include yoga, dance, swimming, basketball, bowling, nutrition, aerobics, fencing, and martial arts. Suggestions for new activities are always welcome.
Athletics
The athletics program provides students the opportunity to participate in competitive intercollegiate sports. At Sarah Lawrence, competition is viewed as a challenge for excellence and an incentive for commitment. Reflecting the College’s educational philosophy, success is measured by the growth and development of the individual and the team.
Sarah Lawrence College sponsors intercollegiate teams in basketball, crew, cross country, equestrian, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. These teams have active schedules competing against area colleges. The College is a member of NCAA Division III, the Skyline Conference, the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association, and US Rowing.