Students at Lakehead University will have another reason this fall to stay in shape, or get in shape.
Lakehead University students enrolled at the Orillia campus will have access to a wide range of athletic facilities and services, thanks to a creative partnership recently developed between the University and the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
Starting in September 2011, all full-time students will have access to YMCA facilities throughout Simcoe/Muskoka as part of their existing athletic fees.
The student athletic fee was instituted last year for the first time at the Orillia campus to support recreation activities, intramurals, competitive sports, and special events.
While many students took advantage of the programs offered, some students were interested in additional opportunities.
Without its own athletic facility, or plans to develop one in the near future, it made sense for the Orillia campus to partner with an existing facility in the community.
The YMCA became an obvious choice because of its locations throughout Simcoe County and Muskoka.
In addition to individual use, the YMCA facilities will also be used for the Universitys intramural sports leagues, while members of Lakeheads club and varsity teams will be able to use the fitness/weight room areas for training workouts.
