Recreation at MCC
Recreational activities bring people together and provide opportunities for social interaction, volunteering and inclusion which all contribute to building stronger and more connected communities and enhance education. MCC offers a variety of recreational opportunities on its Sidney campus including:
- Pool: The NCAA-sized pool is available for a variety of uses including open swim, lap swim, water walking and water aerobics, and “Learn to Swim” classes
- Fitness Center: The Fitness Center offers fitness equipment, treadmills, elliptical trainers, bicycles and a free-weight area. Personal orientation by trained staff is available upon request.
- Gymnasium: Enjoy basketball, volleyball, pickleball, badminton. indoor walking and more!
- Disc Golf: MCC's disc course is free to use. Discs are available to rent at MCC’s Recreation desk ($2) and are free for MCC students, faculty and staff with a valid MCC ID, and any community member with a valid MCC Recreation pass.
- Kenneth J. Lehman Nature Trails: Enjoy a hike on over 4 miles of trails on MCC's Sidney campus year-round.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, the MCC Recreation Department has established the following age requirements:
- Fitness Center: Participants must be at least 16 years old to access the fitness center and must sign a liability waiver at the Recreation Desk prior to use of the fitness center.
- Gym: Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- Pool: Children 10 and under must have an adult present IN THE WATER. Children ages 11-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the pool area.
Recreation Schedule
General hours for the pool, gymnasium and fitness center are:
- Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m.
*** The gym will be closed on July 23 beginning at 11 a.m. for special events and maintenance.
Click the link above to view the detailed calendar of closings, classes and events.
Download the MemberMe+ App
To always stay up to date with the Recreation Department calendar, download the MemberMe+ App on your phone. You will receive real time updates in case of closings and schedule changes.
***Please note that schedules frequently change for athletics practices, community classes and events, swim lessons, etc.
Recreation Fees and Passes
Individual rates, multi-visit memberships, and group discounts are available to use MCC’s open fitness center, open gym, open swim, water walking and water aerobics. MCC students, staff, and faculty can use the facilities for free, but must present their current MCC ID at the recreation desk to enter the facilities. Those interested in purchasing memberships and passes must visit MCC's Recreation Facilities front desk in the Activities Building.
MCC is an official SilverSneakers and OnePass location. That means if you’re 65 or older you’re free to move at no cost to you through select Medicare plans. Please contact the Recreation Department to find out if you're eligible and enroll today.
single-visit pass
- Senior (60+) - $4 per visit
- Adult (Ages 10+) - $4 per visit
- Child (Ages 4-9) - $3 per visit
- Groups of 3: $10 per visit
- Groups of 4-6: $15 per visit
- Groups of 7-10: $25 per visit
10-visit pass
Membership cards required.
- Adults and Seniors (Ages 10+) - $38 per pass (10 visits total)
One month pass
Membership cards required.
- Senior (60+) - $25
- Adult (Ages 10+) - $35
- Family (2 adults and dependent children) - $50
three month pass
Membership cards required.
- Senior (60+) - $55
- Adult (Ages 10+) - $65
- Family (2 adults and dependent children) - $85
Six month pass
Membership cards required.
- Senior (60+) - $90
- Adult (Ages 10+) - $100
- Family (2 adults and dependent children) - $155
One year pass
Membership cards required.
- Senior (60+) - $145
- Adult (Ages 10+) - $155
- Family (2 adults and dependent children) - $275
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