Facility Information

The Athletics Department features excellent facilities for the entire Tufts University community to use. One of our major functions is to encourage the university community to start a personal program of recreation so that you can experience the benefits and joy of feeling fit and having fun.

We try to provide as much free recreational time as possible, given the limitations of space and the demands of intercollegiate athletics, physical education classes, intramural sports and special events.

For more information on the programs we offer , please visit the Physical Education web site.

Athletic Facilities Overview

Construction was completed in November 1999 on the Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center (below), a $9 million, 70,000-square-foot complex that houses a 200-meter track and four tennis courts and accommodates up to 6,000 people for large events. Construction was completed in November 1999 on the Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center (below), a $9 million, 70,000-square-foot complex that houses a 200-meter track and four tennis courts and accommodates up to 6,000 people for large events.

Covering 6,000 square feet, Tufts' Ames Human Performance Center, featuring the Lunder Fitness Center, is a physical performance center that offers equipment and services to Tufts athletes as well as the entire Tufts community. Equipment by Cybex, Body Master, Samson, and Hammer Strength enhance services provided by a full-time strength and conditioning specialist and sports medicine staff. The Tufts Jumbo Club recently donated $10,000 for the purchase of new equipment for the facility.

Tufts is proud to have one of the best outdoor track and field facilities in New England. The Clarence "Ding" Dussault Track & Field Complex, named for the legendary Tufts coach, has hosted numerous New England championship events. The track is better than ever after it was resurfaced over the summer. Varsity teams practice and compete on spacious, well-groomed playing fields and in Cousens Gymnasium.

The Cousens Complex includes the Main Gym and Chase Gymnasium for basketball and volleyball. In the summer 2002, Tufts completed the renovation of Cousens Cage, a gym that includes recreation, intramural, and practice space adjacent to the basketball court. The new Cage was dedicated in honor of Rocco J. Carzo, the longtime coach and Director of Athletics at Tufts. The Cousens Complex also includes squash courts, the six-lane Hamilton Swimming Pool, sports medicine and rowing rooms, locker rooms and a sauna.

Located on upper Mystic Lake is the Tufts Yacht Club, home of the internationally renowned sailing teams. All of the campus athletic facilities are regularly available for every use, accommodating students who enjoy structured participation and those who find a program of recreation and exercise most beneficial.

Jackson Gym's availability is based on priority use: academic classes, intercollegiate athletic contests, dance program concerts, club sports, intramurals and general recreation. Groups of 10 or more may call and reserve a one-hour block of time. Call 627-3782 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Dates/Hours of Availability and Reservations

Regular Hours
Cousens Gymnasium and Hamilton Pool will be open from Tuesday, September 4, 2007 through Friday, May 9, 2008, with the following exceptions:

Thanksgiving Recess:
Tuesday, November 20th @ 6 p.m. to Monday, November 26th @ 7:00 a.m.

Winter Recess:
Thursday, December 20th @ 6:00 p.m. to Thursday, January 16th @ 7:00 a.m.

Spring Recess:
Friday, March 14th @ 6:00 p.m. to Monday, March 24th @ 7:00 a.m.

* During the winter and spring recesses and Senior Week, the facilities will be open on a limited basis. These hours are subject to change and will be available in advance. Otherwise, the facilities are open for these regular hours:

Cousens Complex (excluding Hamilton Pool):
Monday thru Friday - 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.*
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.*
Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.*

Hamilton Pool:
Monday thru Friday - 7:00 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
Monday thru Friday - 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Monday thru Friday - 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.*
Saturday - 12 noon to 7:00 p.m.*
Sunday - 12 noon to 10:30 p.m.*

* Everyone must be out of the locker rooms and the building one-half hour after the above listed activity ending times.

Indoor Tennis Courts:
Monday thru Friday - 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Friday - 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Sunday - 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

* Hours of availability are subject to change due to scheduled events. Weekly schedule of home athletic contests and special events are available 24 hours a day. Please call 627-5005 for information.

* Reservations can be made 24 hours in advance (limit of one hour). Call 627-5069 or go to the security room in Cousens Gym. The security room is open the following hours:

Monday thru Friday - 12:00 noon to 10:30 p.m.
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Outdoor Tennis Courts:
No reservations necessary. Physical education classes, tennis team practices and matches, and intramurals have priority.

We have recently resurfaced and relined all of our outdoor basketball and tennis courts. We hope you enjoy using these facilities and ask that you take good care of them while being considerate to others.

Squash Courts (45 minute limit):
* Reservations can be made 24 hours in advance. Call 627-5069 or go to the security room in Cousens Gym.

Monday thru Friday - 12:00 noon to 10:30 p.m.
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Summer Hours (May 21 - August 8)

Cousens Complex & Hamilton Pool:
Monday thru Thursday - 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 pm
Friday - 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.*
Saturday - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.*
Sunday - 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.*

* Everyone must be out of the locker rooms and the building one-half hour after the above listed activity ending times.

Locker Issue

You may request a locker and lock from the Equipment Rom in Cousens Gym. Locker issue hours are:

Monday thru Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Please refer to the issue procedure posted in the locker rooms for more detailed instructions.

Equipment Issue

You must supply your own soap and towel. Some athletic equipment is available on a daily basis from the security room in Cousens Gym. Your ID card must be left as a deposit.

The Athletic Department and Tufts University are not responsible for items stolen from lockers. Anyone found abusing the facilities or using them without authorization will be subject to prosecution.

General Information

1. All facilities are for use by the general university community (students, faculty, employees, alumni and conference participants) during supervised hours, as listed.
2. An identification card is necessary for all athletic facility and equipment usage. For alumni, an ID card can be obtained by visiting the Athletics Department Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30pm.
   
   Faculty and staff looking to renew last year's ID cards can receive the validating sticker at the Athletic Dept. Faculty and staff who currently have a Tufts photo ID must have it validated at the Athletics Dept. All cards must be validated at the Athletic Department by the last day of September.
   
   Each member card holder is allowed one guest. Guests must register at the security office. Family members under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent. All members must be over 16 to use the fitness center. All guests must be over 18 years old.
3. Enter all athletic facilities through the ramp door entrance only. All other entrances and buildings will be closed in order to control and supervise facilities.

Athletic Department: 617/627-3232
Equipment Room: 617/627-5105
Fitness Center: 617/627-5215
Intramurals Office: 617/627-5241
Pool: 617/627-2569
Recorded Schedules: 617/627-5005 (24 hour line)
Security Room: 617/627-5069