New Outdoor Fitness Court Set To Open At SUNY Broome

A new outdoor fitness court is about to officially open on the campus of SUNY Broome on Friday September 29th, 2023 at 2 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The new MVP Health Care Fitness Court was developed by SUNY Broome, the faculty-Student Association, the National Fitness Campaign and MVP Health Care. the fitness court will provide the community with increased access to outdoor exercise programs.

The fitness court offers free access for high quality workouts and equitable access to exercise for communities in and around Broome County. The outdoor gym will consist of seven exercise stations.

As the community’s college, SUNY Broome is always looking for new ways to open our campus to our neighbors. Outdoor workouts are enjoyable and healthy for both body and mind. We are so pleased to share this resource with not only our students and employees, but also with the nearby Broome County Sheriff’s Office and our campus community. - Dr. Carol Ross-Scott, SUNY Broome Vice President for Student Development

The SUNY Broome announcement states that the fitness court is for people 14 years of age and over. With all abilities in mind, the workouts are adaptable for all fitness levels, allowing participants to move at their own pace.

National Fitness Campaign is proud to welcome SUNY Broome to the campaign as a leader in New York, championing health and wellness for their residents. We are proud to continue our mission of getting people moving outdoors and helping communities combat the fiscal and humanitarian costs of inactivity. - Mitch Menaged,

founder of National Fitness Campaign.

National Fitness Campaign is based in San Francisco, California, and is a wellness consulting firm that provides programs and services to cities, schools and sponsors with the mission to build healthy communities.