Recreation

Mount Mercy is planning a safe return to campus for Fall 2020 with the appropriate and necessary COVID-19 safety measures in place at our athletic facilities.

The RAC has an indoor track for Mustangs to stretch their legs.
indoor track
Both free weights and machines along with cardio equipment at the RAC.
weights
The RAC has indoor batting cages, putting green and driving range.
batting cages
Hennessey is home to the Mustang gym.
gym

Fitness Classes

Classes are taught in a judgment-free environment in Lundy Fitness Center. All levels of ability are welcome in the classes. Classes are open to current Mount Mercy University students and employees only. 

Noon Yoga | Monday & Wednesday | 12–1 PM
Afternoon Yoga | Tuesday & Thursday | 3–4 PM
Classes are taught by certified yoga instructors. The yoga instruction is for individuals of all abilities to develop strong, healthy bodies; calm, content minds; and receptive, open hearted spirits, which will help them become fully present in their lives and the world around them.

Kickboxing | Monday & Wednesday | 4:30–5:15 PM
Increase your core, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance with interval training and kickboxing. No experience is necessary. The instructor will modify moves to accommodate the participants. Bring your water bottle and give the class a try.

Intramurals

These are just a few of the many social events we plan for our students and members of the Mount Mercy community. Events are open to those who are interested in meeting new people, and having fun! We look forward to seeing you every time we plan one of these events and we promise to do our best to make it as fun as possible for everyone!

Some of the events we offer:

  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Sand Volleyball
  • Flag Football
  • Ping Pong
  • Sand Bags Tournament
  • Root Beer Pong Tournament
  • Ski Trip
  • Super Bowl Party
  • Pool Tournament
  • Gaming (PS4) Tournament
  • Kick Ball
  • Card Tournament

You can contact us via email intramurals@mtmercy.edu to sign up for any of these events.

Even if you do not have a team to play for, you can still sign up and your Intramural Assistants will find you a team to join.

Athletic Facilities

Rinderknecht Athletic Center
Open 8:00 AM-4:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Open 8:00 AM-8:00 PM on Mondays & Thursdays

  • Maximum occupancy: 50 people
  • Temperature checks
  • Health screening questions
  • Scanning in/out
  • Frequent sanitizing of equipment and turf
  • No showers
  • No waterbottles 
  • Capacity limit of 24 
  • Bring extra pair of shoes
  • Appointment-only for athletic training room

Plaster Athletic Complex
Open 8:00 AM-4:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Open 8:00 AM-8:00 PM on Tuesdays & Thursdays

  • Maximum occupancy: 20 people

Hennessey Recreation Center  
Open 8:00 AM-4:00 PM on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Open 8:00 AM-8:00 PM on Mondays & Wednesdays

  • Maximum occupancy: 20 people
  • By appointment only (24-hour notice)
  • Individual and small group practices only
  • Coach must accompany students
  • Temperature checks
  • Health screening questions
  • Frequent sanitizing
  • Bring extra pair of shoes
  • For PAC, scan in/out at RAC
  • For Hennessey, meet at lower doors

For more information, watch our Safe Return to Campus: Athletic Facilities video.