University of New England

The Beverly Burpee Finley ’44 Recreation Center on the Portland Campus includes a gymnasium, fitness center, group exercise room, complete locker facilities and several offices. 

The 11,000 square foot gymnasium was renovated during summer 2008 to relocate
the fitness center from the 2nd floor to the right half of the gymnasium.  This renovation was needed due to increased student usage.  The previously overcrowded fitness center on the 2nd floor of the facility, was no longer meeting the needs of the growing population on the Portland campus.

A gym divider was installed in the gymnasium to separate the open court space from the fitness center.  The newly renovated fitness center is now equipped with 4 42” plasma TV’s, all with wireless transmitters and receivers to 17 pieces of cardiovascular equpment.  A complete circuit of Cybex strength training equipment as well as free weights and a large stretch area complete the fitness center. 

Equipment Usage
The University community may check out equipment, free of charge, from a front desk staff member or a student manager.  Items available include basketballs, soccer balls, tennis rackets and balls, volleyballs, and baseball equipment.