The KCC Fitness Center offers total body fitness to KCC students as well as members of the community. The 3,500 square-foot facility features state-of-the-art equipment from Life Fitness, the No. 1 brand of fitness equipment in health clubs worldwide, offering a full range of training options.
Membership begins when payment is received. You will receive notification when it is time to renew your membership.
The Daily Pass rate is $5.
Dependent age will be noted as under 18 yrs.
Monthly and annual membership packages are available for individuals, families and couples. KCC students can enroll for college credit. KCC's athletes also use the center as part of their training. For more information, phone 815-802-8610.
Hours
| Monday - Thursday | 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Friday | 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8 a.m. - noon |
Become a Member
Sign up at KCC’s Accounting Office (second floor of the college) and at the Fitness Center, located in the Ice Valley Centre at 1601 River Road, Kankakee.
Membership Options
KCC offers the following membership packages to non-student members of the community.
| MEMBERSHIP GROUP | MONTHLY FEE | ANNUAL FEE (non-refundable) |
|---|---|---|
| Individual (16 & Older) | $25 | $275 |
| Individual & Spouse | $45 | $495 |
| Dependent (16-18yrs.) - Add to individual membership | $15 | $165 |
| Corporate athletic teams - 10 or more employees, including spouses/athletes | $20 | $220 |
| Senior (60+) | $10 | $110 |
| Veterans | $10 | $110 |
| KCC Graduates | $20 | $220 |
| KCC Staff (Full Time & Part Time) | Free | Free |
| KCC Spouses/Retirees/Dependents | $10 | $110 |
| Daily Pass - $5 per day | - | - |
Student Options
KCC students can:
- Sign up as a member
- Enroll in the Personal Fitness course (PHEC 1611) and earn college credit
| Option | Spring or Fall | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| KCC students (member) | $80 | $40 |
| KCC students (course enrollee) | tuition for 1 credit hour + $20 fee | tuition for 1 credit hour + $20 fee |
Fitness Center for College Credit
You can earn college credit for working out. Your workout schedule is up to you. After an initial orientation, there are no set meeting times. Work out as often as you’d like.
Cost
The Personal Fitness class is the cost of one semester of college credit plus a $20 course fee. Enrollment semesters are:
- Fall: August - December
- Spring: January - May
- Summer: June - July
For high school students, the Personal Fitness class credits can be held in escrow until you graduate, then the credits can be applied as college credits at KCC or another college.
Registration
To join, register and pay at KCC’s Student Affairs Division, Riverfront Campus, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois.
First-time registration
Students enrolling in the Personal Fitness course for the first time must schedule an assessment and orientation session. Contact the Fitness Center at 802-8610 to make an appointment.
Orientations usually begin about a week before the semester begins and must be complete to begin using the Fitness Center. To be considered enrolled in the course, students must begin Fitness Center sessions within the first week of the semester start date.
To re-enroll, complete the re-enrollment form (fill in online or print a copy), print and bring it with you to register. Forms are also available in the Fitness Center and Student Affairs Division.
Personal fitness assessment and orientation
After you have registered, schedule your 60-minute orientation by phoning 815-802-8610 or stopping by the Fitness Center. Times may vary.
A member of the Fitness Center staff will take you through a fitness assessment which includes: girth, height, weight, resting heart rate and body fat composition.
You will receive a tour of the Fitness Center and locker rooms along with an explanation of our 21 Life Fitness cable-assisted lifting machines.
Please allow 60 minutes for the assessment and orientation. The orientation counts toward your Fitness Center grade.
Grades
Your grade is based on the amount of time you exercise throughout the semester. At registration you’ll choose an option:
- Pass/Fail — To pass, complete 20 hours or more of exercise
- Traditional letter grade — number of hours of exercise…
A = 25 hours or more
B = 22-24:59 hours
C = 20-21:59 hours
D = 17-19:59 hours
F = 16:59 hours or less
Personal Trainers and Staff
Our personal trainers can help you reach your fitness goals. In addition to being certified professionals and/or having the appropriate degrees, our trainers stay current with the latest fitness trends and training techniques.
Rates
Training sessions are one hour. You will have an initial consultation to discuss specific fitness goals. Up to three people can participate in a session. Rates are:
| No. of Persons | 1 session | 5 sessions | 10 sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $30 | $135 | $260 |
| 2 | $25/person | $110/person | $210/person |
| 3 | $20/person | $85/person | $160/person |
Why Personal Training?
Using a personal trainer will help you maximize your time and effort at the gym, giving you tremendous value.
- Reach your fitness goals faster
- Achieve better results
- Keep your workouts fresh and motivating
- Save time with a thorough, pre-planned workout
Fitness Assessment
A fitness assessment evaluates physical fitness components such as height, weight, body fat composition, resting heart rate, balance, muscle strength and endurance. Cost is $35.
Questions/Appointments
Contact Yvonne Mills, personal trainer manager
Staff
Read how our members reached their fitness goals at KCC’s comfortable and well-equipped fitness center with the help of our knowledgeable, supportive personal trainers.
Lamanda Garcia
“Yvonne was an amazing coach. She pushed me each class.”
Donna Schmidt
“I have lost inches, gained muscle mass and become much stronger with LESS aches and pain.”
Carolyn Jacobson
“…We know that having a safe and effective work-out propels you into a fuller and more rewarding life. And this is exactly what using KCC’s Fitness Center and working with Yvonne have done for me.”
John Kessler
“After three months, I could tell that things were improving. After six months I feel stronger, my balance has improved and I’ve lost some weight.”
Mike Wickliff
“I recommend any athlete or person, to sign up for training sessions with Ms. Yvonne. I guarantee you will get better in the area you are trying to improve.”
Welcome to the KCC Fitness Center. To ensure that everyone has a safe, productive, and enjoyable time, please observe the following policies. Those who do not follow these policies will be required to leave and/or will be subject to disciplinary action as outlined in the college’s code of conduct.
Parking
Park only in designated spaces in the parking lot. If there is an overflow, use the parking lot across from the softball field. Two spaces are marked for staff.
Locker Rooms
Day-use shelves and lockers are provided for personal property. You must provide your own lock and empty the lockers daily. KCC is not responsible for articles left on the shelves or in lockers without a lock. Locker room showers are available. Shower towels are not provided.
Equipment Wipe-down
To protect the equipment and improve sanitation, all participants are asked to use the sanitary spray and provided towels to clean each machine used. Cleaning stations are provided throughout the facility. Do not spray disinfectant directly on digital display panels. Return towels to the designated areas.
Dress Code
Proper athletic attire must be worn while using the Fitness Center.
- Gym shoes, athletic pants/shorts, and T-shirts/sweatshirts are considered appropriate attire.
- Shirts should cover full chest, back and lower torso area. A sports bra cannot be your only top.
- Absolutely NO bare feet, sandals, open toe or open-back shoes are permitted.
- Gym shoes must be clean, dry, and worn the entire time.
Cell Phones
For the safety and comfort of our members, the use of cell phones is not permitted in the Fitness Center or locker rooms. You should exit the Fitness Center when taking a call. Time on the phone must be handled quickly or you will need to log out. Cell phones should be put away while on machines.
Music
Music is permitted and suggested with proper headphones and playlists already made.
Courteous Behavior
You must work out while in the Fitness Center. Please take into consideration your choice of language and the volume you use as a courtesy to others. Profanity is not allowed. Loitering or distracting others is not allowed. No food or drink allowed (except water).
Weightlifting
As a courtesy to all Fitness Center members and for safety reasons, all lifters must follow these policies:
- Allow others to work in between sets. Move from station to station at a reasonable speed. Refrain from using the equipment as a place to stop and check your phone or socialize.
- Re-rack dumbbells and weight plates after using them, along with returning benches to the proper areas.
- Do not slam or drop the weights (e.g., deadlifts).
- Use barbells, plates, bars and hand weights only in the designated free-weight area with rubber flooring.
- Always use collars to secure weights on the bar.
- Use a spotter for safety. If you do not have a lifting partner, ask a Fitness Center staff person to assist you.
- Please report damaged equipment immediately to the Fitness Center staff.
ID Sharing/Cheating
Misrepresenting activity time is subject to disciplinary action. These actions may result in failing a course or administrative withdrawal. ID Sharing is not allowed and may result in removal from the Fitness Center.
