General Use Hours

Pardon Our Dust

Willamette University and Bearcat Athletics are excited to announce a significant renovation of the Sparks Athletic Center. The $6.5 million renovation will include an expanded fitness center, a new sports medicine center, additional classroom and activity spaces, and updated locker rooms and team rooms. Phase One construction activities will begin in May 2013. Read more

The renovation of the Sparks Athletic Center will require the temporary closure of several spaces within the building.  A number of these spaces - including the fitness center - will be temporarily relocated later this summer. 

Check back often for important facility closure updates at this page.


Current Status

Monday, June 17
Temporary construction fencing and walls have been completed. The primary entrance to the Sparks Athletic Center has been moved to the east side of the lobby.

The fitness center, relocated to Cone Field House, opened on Monday, June 3rd.  It is open weekdays from 8:30 am - 7:00 pm. 


Facility Availability

June 17 - 21
Public Locker Rooms Open | Monday-Friday | 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Fitness Center Open | Monday-Friday | 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Henkle Gymnasium Closed
Swimming Pool Open Swim | Monday - Friday | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Racquetball Courts Closed