Best Gym: Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center

Best Gym

Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center

Kendall Hyman

Monday–Thursday: 6 a.m.–midnight; Friday: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday: 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m.–11 p.m.

0.9 miles from the Horseshoe, 5-minute drive, 13-minute walk

The popular on-campus gym, Strom Thurmond, has clinched the Best Gym spot. Located between main campus and south campus, Strom is easily accessible to all students. Strom Thurmond is not just your average gym, the inside contains basketball courts, a track, full sets of gym equipment and even an indoor rock climbing wall. The outside of Strom offers a full size pool, beach volleyball courts, and sports fields.

Strom also fosters group workouts and training sessions. Want one-on-one training? Strom has personal trainers that are willing to help you reach your goals. Want a group workout class any time of the day? Strom has a schedule and all you have to do is sign up for the class of your liking. The vast variety of needs that Strom’s services can accommodate makes it the best gym in Columbia.

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