Where Health and Fun Meet
The Tyrrell Fitness Center features a comprehensive weight room and workout area on the north end of campus. It’s a central piece of Campus Recreation’s mission to encourage an active, healthy and balanced lifestyle for a diverse student body.
In addition to using the Tyrrell Fitness Center, students can also choose to engage with Campus Recreation through Intramural Sports and open gym programming.
Fitness Center Hours and Operations
Please call the front desk in advance at (630) 617-3411 to make sure we are open.
Spring Term 2026
- Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
With the exception of revised hours for the following dates/holidays:
Spring Recess: Saturday 03/21 through Sunday 03/29
- Saturday, 03/21: CLOSED
- Sunday, 03/22: CLOSED
- Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27: OPEN with revised hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday, 03/28: CLOSED
- Sunday, 03/29: CLOSED
Easter Sunday:
- Sunday, 04/05: CLOSED
Finals Week:
- Monday, May 18 through Thursday, May 21: OPEN with revised hours: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Must have a current Jaypass. No guests allowed.
What to Know Before You Go
- A Jaypass is required to enter the facility. No one without a Jaypass will be allowed into the fitness center. You will be asked to swipe your Jaypass in our contactless card reader at the front desk.
- Locker rooms and lockers are open.
- Showers are available.
- No guests will be allowed at this time. Only EU students, faculty and staff are allowed to use the facility.
- Individuals are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing equipment before and after use. Sanitizing supply stations will be located throughout both areas.
- FC/WR student employees will also be wiping down equipment approximately every hour.
- No food is allowed in either facility.
If you have any questions, direct them to Cheryl Leoni, Dean of Students, at [email protected] or (630) 617-3189.
Open Gym – Fall 2025
Open Gym is located in the Main Gym in Faganel Hall and offers students the opportunity to recreationally play Basketball or Volleyball. Equipment will be provided. Students can enter the building through the Fitness Center entrance. All students are welcome, and upon arrival they will sign in with student staff.
Sunday, October 26, 2025: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 9, 2025: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 16, 2025: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Who Can Join?
All students who are interested in playing basketball are welcome! Whether you’re looking for a casual game or some serious competition, grab your sneakers and head over.
What to Know:
- Basketballs will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!
- Elmhurst student ID is required for entry.
- You’ll need to sign a waiver before you play.
Questions?
Reach out to Sandy Niño, graduate assistant for Campus Recreation, at 📧 [email protected]
Join Elmhurst University’s Co-Ed Flag Football for Fall 2025
Looking for a fun way to connect with fellow students and stay active? Our co-ed intramural flag football is the perfect opportunity!
Why Join?
The main goal is to bring students together for a good time. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, bond with your peers or just have some fun, this is your chance so don’t miss out! Gather your team and join us for a season full of excitement and camaraderie.
Who Can Join?
Bluejays of all skill levels who want to play flag football
Team Formation:
Sign up as a team (minimum eight players, an equal number of women and men is preferred but not required)
Dates: Tuesday Nights
- September 2
- September 16
- October 14
- October 21
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Langhorst Field
Click below to sign up and get more important information.
Questions?
Reach out to Sandy Niño, graduate assistant for Campus Recreation, at 📧 [email protected]
Jays on the Mall
Jays on the Mall is an recurring event taking place during the first few weeks of the Fall semester. All students are welcome to stop by and play, and we will provide all the necessary equipment. Students will sign in at arrival and sign a waiver.
Equipment provided:
- Soccer balls
- Volleyballs
- Frisbees
- Cornhole/bags
Dates:
- Monday, August 25
- Wednesday, August 27
- Thursday, August 28
- Monday, September 8
- Thursday, September 11
- Monday, September 15
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: University Mall
Questions?
Reach out to Sandy Niño, graduate assistant for Campus Recreation, at 📧 [email protected]
More Fitness Center Information
Elmhurst’s two-story Fitness Center houses state-of-the-art facilities for weight training and physical fitness, and it’s available to all Elmhurst students. Here’s some of what you’ll find there:
- 3,000-square-foot strength room
- 3,000-square-foot cardiovascular fitness room with recumbent and upright bikes, elliptical trainers, stair climbers, treadmills and strength equipment
- Locker rooms
Read the Tyrrell Fitness Center policies and procedures.
Tyrrell Fitness Center
221 Walter St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 617-3411