HISTORY:

Opened in 1957 the Mitchell Centre replaced the Gymnasium and pool facility that had been between the Johnston Hall and the Bull Ring. The Mitchell Centre linked up with the arena on the south east corner of campus to provide a home for students in the School of Physical Education, varsity teams, clubs, recreational and intramural programs. Fifty-four years later it is still the centre of campus for varsity athletes, recreational, instructional and intramural athletes, club and work out activities. The original Pygmy Gardens Arena has been replaced by the Gryphon Centre Twin Pad across the street. The spirit of Pygmy Gardens has been retained in its renovation into the home of Gryphon men's and women's varsity volleyball. Cardio and weight rooms have replaced the two spectator balconies over-looking the main gym. Five international squash were constructed where the dressing rooms were at either end of Pygmy Gardens and the original north American squash court have been converted into climbing walls.
 

FEATURES:

• Main Gym with bleacher seating for 1200
• West Gym with bleacher seating for 400
• Gryphon Aquatics Centre
• 5 International Squash courts
• 6 dance/multi-purpose studios (Room 173, Room 202, Room 210, Room 300, Room 302, Range Room)
• 2 Climbing walls
• Weight Room
• Cardio Theatre

Fitness Centre:

The University of Guelph Fitness Centre is found on both balconies overlooking our Main Gym and is comprised of a cardio theatre and two strength training rooms. This 5,500 square foot facility is open and supervised for 107 hours per week. Qualified Fitness Centre staff are there to introduce you to the facility and assist and guide you in your fitness endeavours. Regardless of your goals, our wide range of equipment and programs are sure to meet all your fitness needs. Highlights of the Fitness Centre Include:
CARDIO THEATRE - This is a multi-use room designed to meet all your cardiovascular needs. Let our TV's help you pass the time. We have a wide range of computerized cardio equipment such as treadmills, elliptical trainers, recumbent and upright bikes, stair climbers, stepmills and rowers. Pre-booking machines ahead is required.

SUPER CIRCUIT - You will also find our super circuit in the cardio theatre. This workout alternates between cardio and strength training body part stations. Get a great total body workout in less then 30 minutes.

STRENGTH TRAINING ROOMS - The equipment in these rooms is geared to meet the needs of both the beginner and advanced lifter. With a large assortment of Universal, Icarian, Atlantis, Hammer Strength, Smith Machines, Squat Racks, Core Pole and Freeweights, there is something here for everyone.
 

HOURS:

Monday - 6:30am-9:30pm

Tuesday - 6:30am-9:30pm

Wednesday - 6:30am-9:30pm

Thursday - 6:30am-9:30pm

Friday - 6:30am-8:00pm

Saturday - 8:00am-8:00pm

Sunday - 8:00am-8:00pm
 

PARKING:

The nearest available parking lot is P12, beside the Gryphon Centre Arena. Parking meters are available along the perimeter of lot P12 if you do not have a parking pass. Additional parking available in lots P14 and P15 - along East Ring Road. Parking is enforced Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm except Holidays. All busses must park in P13 unless otherwise arranged.
 

DIRECTIONS:

The W.F. Mitchell Athletic Centre is located just off of East Ring Road on the University of Guelph campus:
50 Stone Road East
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1
Canada
 

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RENTALS:

Main Gym & West Gym:

GYMNASIUMS
Main Gym	$153.92 / Hour	$953.68 / Day (Min. 8 Hours)
Main or West Gym - Single Court	$78.00 / Hour	$477.36 / Day (Min. 8 Hours)
West Gym	$134.16 / Hour	$811.20 / Day (Min. 8 Hours)
EXTRA FEES
Bleachers	Main Gym Large & Small	$300.00 / Rental
	Main Gym Large only	$200.00 / Rental
	West Gym	$300.00 / Rental
Tarps	Main Gym Large & Small	$700.00 / Rental
	West Gym	$700.00 / Rental
	Room 173	$100.00 / Rental
Microphone - $10.00 / each	Projector - $150.00 / each	Audio Package - $100.00 / each
Podium - $25.00 / each	Television - $10.00 / each

Gryphon Aquatics Centre:

GRYPHON AQUATICS CENTRE
Red Pool	$75.75 / Hour
Gold Pool	Recreation - $75.75 / Hour
	Competition - $ 105.15 / Hour
Minimum 2 guards required per booking. Additional guards may be required based on attendance numbers, please call the Facility Booking Office for Details.

Multi-purpose Rooms:

MULTIPLE PURPOSE ROOMS
Room 202	$30.00 / Hour	$300.00 / Day (Min. 8 Hours)
Range Room (Yoga/Pilates)	$55.12 / Hour	$218.40 / Day (Min. 8 Hours)
Room 173
Room 210
Room 300
Room 302

To make a booking, please contact:

Athletics Facility Booking Office
Tel: 519-824-4120, Ext 53790
Fax: 519-821-7973
Email: athfacility.booking@uoguelph.ca