Bartley Center

The spectacular David M. Bartley Center for Athletics & Recreation features a three-court gymnasium, full fitness center, steam and sauna facilities, multipurpose studio, assessment room, and locker rooms. The "BC," as it is known, also features a brand new esports room and office space, as well as a lounge where students meet, socialize, and study.

Open to students, faculty, staff and community groups, the Bartley Center offers an ongoing schedule of activities and events. BC staff manage scheduling, building operations, programming and event consultation.

The 3,800 square-foot Fitness & Wellness Room provides strength and cardiovascular equipment, including:

• Cardiovascular equipment like treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, etc.
• Selectorized strength equipment (full body circuit)
• Plate-loaded strength equipment
• Dumbbells and free weights
• Wall mirrors, stretching mats, jump ropes, and more

Bartley Center Group Exercise

Spring 2025

Fitness Fusion
Mondays and Wednesdays
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
(1/1/25 – 6/25/25)

A unique cardiovascular movement class that blends a bit of
ballet, a pinch of Pilates and a dash of Yoga into a standing
movement class. We’ll be focusing on enhanced flexibility by
increasing range of motion, while improving posture and
alignment. The class will end with a stretching component.
Modifications will be incorporated. Students are expected to
wipe down any tools utilized after class.

Instructor: Trish Clark

Cardio Dance Party
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
(1/1/25 – 6/25/25)

A follow along dance workout for everyone including beginners and seniors. All moves are low impact and are set to the music. I hope you have fun and dance like nobody is watching!  Each song has about 4 or 5 moves that are repeated so it is easy to catch on. The first two songs are to current pop music. Then we have salsa, disco and oldies.
Modifications will be incorporated into the workout. No tools are required.

Instructor: Trish Clark

Spring 2025
Cardio Strength

Fridays

4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
(1/3/25 – 6/27/25)

Come move and groove to music while focusing on increasing your heart rate to target zone. This traditional aerobics class is open for all fitness levels. Modifications will
be incorporated. No fitness tools are required.  We don’t sweat, we sparkle!!!

Instructor: Colleen Ziemba

Membership Fees

ID replacement: $7 each
Lock replacement: $10 each

DEFINITIONS

*Dependents under the age of 24 living in your home. Individuals under 18 will not have access to the weight/fitness room.

MEMBERSHIP CARD INFORMATION

Your official membership card will become available in approximately two to three weeks after registration. You must pick up your card at the Bartley Center Check-in & Control Desk. Cards will not be mailed. The pink copy of your application is your temporary access document to the Bartley Center.

Effective 1/1/15

Pickleball Information

H.C.C. PICKLEBALL GUIDELINES

• All guests much check in at the front desk prior to moving about the building.

• All students, staff and guests who enter HCC buildings must be fully immunized against Covid-19. A copy of your immu nization card is required to use the building. It will be kept on record for future reference.

• The fee to play is $10 payable by cash or check (payable to Holyoke Community College). Exact chan ge please as our desk attendant does not have change available.

 • The Bartley Center has a Clean Shoe Policy. Please hand carry your workout shoes into the building and chan ge them in the lobby. We just reLinished the Lloor to add the pickleball courts and don’t want to damage our co urts with sand and salt for our varsity athletes and visitors.

• The fee entitles you to use the pickleball courts, lobby and restrooms only. If you are interested in purchasing a 12/15/22 membership or day pass to the Bartley Center to use the rest of our facilities, please see the desk attendant.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Pickleball Court Rules

• Pickleball is open to everybody.

• Good Sportsmanship is a must.

• Players who are waiting are entitled to the next available court. (Please place your paddle in the crate near the court. ie: paddle-up system)

• If players are waiting, those who are playing are obligated to leave the court at the game’s end and allow the waiting players to gain the court.

• No unauthorized paid lessons are allowed.

• Play with fellow pickle-ballers who are at the same ability level. Advanced with advanced and novice with novice.

• Enjoy and have fun!!!

Pickleball Hours Spring 2023 (1/2/23 – 5/31/23*)

Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM*

*Availability is subject to change. Holyoke Community College events and activities take priority. Holidays and severe weather closings will also affect availability.

The Bartley Center will do our best to post a notice at the BC check-in desk several days in advance of scheduled events to alert pickleball players of court inaccessibility. You may also phone the BC check-in desk at (413) 552 – 2160

Lounge

Need a place to sit and unwind? The lobby area is a place where students meet, socialize, and study.

Come visit us at the Bartley Center. We offer:

• A spacious lobby/lounge area
• Windows and seating for visitors and users
• Room dividers 
• Trophy/display cases
• 1610 sq. ft

Locker Rooms

Begin and end your workout in comfort. Our clean and spacious Fitness Center includes:

• Three locker rooms
• General lockers for men
• General lockers for women
• Team rooms and a visitor room
• Ample storage space
• Steam/sauna in men's and women's locker rooms

PeoplesBank Gymnasium

• Wood and synthetic flooring
• Two fixed-floating wood practice/game courts
• One synthetic practice basketball court
• Three regulation volleyball courts
• One college varsity basketball court
• Indoor batting cage for baseball
• 92 Metal Halide lights (broadcast quality lighting)
• 32-foot-high ceiling
• Bleacher seating for 1337 [614/723]
• Eight practice basketball hoops
• Floor covering for special events
• 22,000 sq. ft.
• 7 Pickleball Courts

FAQ:

WHAT IS THE BC?

BC is short for the Bartley Center, and is used to refer to the David M. Bartley Center for Athletics & Recreation.

WHAT DOES IT COST TO USE THE GYM?

There is no cost for students enrolled in credit courses who present a valid HCC ID for use of the Bartley Center. However, the cost for others depends on how you are affiliated with the HCC. Alumni, non-credit students, college employees, visitors, and others of the general public all pay different rates.

HOW DO I ACCESS THE BC?

A valid HCC ID (or approved BC ID/document) is required to access the gym year round, including summer session. Groups and visitors who have access must pay a fee or have permission for use of the gym.

WHEN IS THE GYM OPEN?

There are three indoor venues in the Bartley Center that are open at various times throughout the day. The Center is open at 6 a.m. Monday – Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday.

WHERE DO I GO TO BECOME A MEMBER?

Memberships may be purchased in the Account Services office in the Frost Building.

DO YOU HAVE PERSONAL TRAINERS?

We employ a staff of personal trainers that you may hire to help you with your exercise routine, in conjunction with Community Services.

WHERE IS THE GYM LOCATED?

The main entrance to the BC is in the M-lot parking lot in the north end of the campus.

IS THERE A FEE FOR PARKING?

Parking is free. Stickers are required for students and staff to park.

ARE CHILDREN ALLOWED IN THE GYM?

Children under the age of 16 may use the gym in group activities with proper adult supervision. Children cannot access the Fitness & Wellness Room.

HOW MAY I OBTAIN A COPY OF THE WEEKLY SCHEDULE?

The department posts weekly schedule on bulletin boards in the BC and around the campus.

HOW CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT OPEN GYM?

You may check the department's website, stop by the Bartley Center and pick up a schedule, or call the Bartley Center at 413.552.2160.

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