Sports and Recreation
With a view of the Caribbean Sea, Modica Hall is a popular locale for students to unwind by practicing yoga
Faculty take on students at the bi-annual Med vs. Vet vs. Faculty Softball Tournament
Road races are held throughout the year, both on and off campus
Hashing, a combination of running and orienteering, is a favorite for students willing to tackle Grenada’s mountainous terrain
The new university fitness center features more than 160 pieces of equipment
Fitness and Wellness Center
Located on the first floor of the Andrew J. Belford Centre, SGU’s multi-purpose Fitness & Wellness Center houses weight-training and cardio equipment, space for fitness classes such as spinning and yoga and locker rooms.
The facility is open to all current students, staff, and faculty. To enter, gym users must scan their SGU ID to access the facility and keep their ID with them at all times.
The staff at the Gym is assisted by work-study students during the early and late shifts, as well as on weekends. All staff members are easily identified by their SGU Athletic Staff T-shirts if you are in need of assistance.
The Athletics, Sports and Recreational Department Notice Boards at the entrance to the Gym display its rules and guidelines and any other relevant authorized notices and advertisements.
In addition to on-campus gym facilities, students receive a special rate to train at Body Image Health Club, located in Excel Plaza in nearby Grand Anse.
Indoor / Cardio Activities
- Yoga
- Bootcamp
- Dance (Hip-Hop, Afro-Caribbean, Salsa, Hawaiian)
- Strength Training
- Muay Thai
- Tai Chi
- Taekwondo
- Spinning
- Boxing
- Table Tennis
- Ju Jit-Su
On-Campus Outdoor Activities
Athletics on campus are an important part of student life. The academic programs are rigorous; the ability to join sports activities is key to a student’s overall wellbeing. The sports programs on campus are organized by the Fitness and Wellness Center and are under the direction of Mr. David Twum-Barimah, Assistant Dean of Students / Director of the Fitness & Wellness Center and his team. To get in shape, and enjoy the environment, the Fitness & Wellness Center provides weekly contests over a 10-week range span in which students, faculty and staff can participate:
Intramurals Sports:
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Flag football
- Futsal
Other Outdoor Activities
- Street Hockey
- Dodgeball
- Softball
- Frisbee
- CrossFit
- Bouldering Wall
- Rugby
- Tennis
- Netball
- Soft ball cricket
- Running/jogging
- Pool
Off Campus Outdoor Activities
- Volleyball (Varsity)
- Netball (Varsity)
- Soccer (Varsity)
- Cricket (Varsity)
- Basketball (Varsity)
- Golf
- Swimming
Student organizations also host an array of friendly competitions, ranging from flag football and basketball tournaments to charity road races that wind through campus and around town.
Organized Sports
Athletics on campus are an important part of student life. The academic programs are rigorous; the ability to join sports activities is key to a student’s overall well-being. The sports programs on campus are organized by the Fitness and Wellness Center and are under the direction of David Twum-Barimah, Director of the Fitness & Wellness Center and his team.
Intramural Sports
The intramural sports program continues to grow and provide numerous athletic opportunities for the SGU community. The University schedules weekly contests over a 10-week span each semester, including in soccer, basketball, volleyball, and flag football. Frisbee, cricket, street hockey, and softball are among the activities held on the field and court adjacent to the gym facilities.
University Teams
University teams have been competitive in Grenada and in the region. Although there are no official varsity teams, SGU has in the past sponsored teams in inter-island competitions for soccer, cricket, netball, and basketball. These teams are coordinated and organized by interested students, staff, and significant others.
Mind & Body
There are numerous ways to work up a sweat, to unwind, to reset, or to otherwise put yourself in the right state of mind to excel in your studies. That can be accomplished individually or through the numerous fitness classes organized in the SGU gym. They range from aerobics and kickboxing to dance, martial arts, and yoga. Many classes are also held outdoors, including on the second floor of Modica Hall, at which you can peer out toward the Caribbean Sea, or on the beach. The playing field on lower campus is outfitted for recreational CrossFit training and jogging/running.
SGU: The Well Program
Being healthy and staying well can significantly impact your ability to succeed at St. George’s University. The Well Program, which as program under the Fitness & Wellness Center is a collection of all Health and Wellness activities and resources that St. George’s University has to offer its Community, which includes its Students, their Significant Others, Staff, Faculty and Alumni.
Within this program, you will find a wide range of helpful tools designed to help your Mind, Body and Soul. It is our hope that this program will help you to adopt a healthy and productive lifestyle here at St. George’s University and beyond.
SGU’s community members can visit our web portal for more information about our operational hours and services. Here is the link to our webportal – https://myuniversity.sgu.edu/groups/fitness-and-wellness-center/