Fitness and recreation
At SCAD, students find a strong foundation of support, resources, and events to help them build and improve social, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Through SCAD University Recreation, they have boundless opportunities to energize their creativity by participating in a variety of activities: competitive intramural sports, adventurous outdoor excursions, and engaging fitness classes.
Fitness centers
Across Atlanta and Savannah, SCAD offers four state-of-the-art fitness centers for students, faculty, and staff to finesse their wellness quests.
Check out fitness class offerings, weekly schedules, and more with SCADfit. Students can create an account to access facilities and reserve a spot in classes.
SCADfit Savannah
201 W. Boundary St.
Located at The Hive, SCADfit Savannah offers fitness classes and advanced equipment designed to personalize your path to wellness. SCADfit also features a spin classroom, yoga studio, and Pilates reformer equipment.
SCADfit Atlanta
1470 Spring St. NW
Housed within FORTY FIVE, SCADfit Atlanta features cutting-edge cardio and strength training equipment, dedicated yoga and movement studios, a private counseling suite, and a range of weekly fitness classes.
ClubSCAD Savannah
201 Barnard St.
Adjacent to Oglethorpe House on Orleans Square, ClubSCAD offers students, faculty, and staff fitness classes and cardiovascular and strength-building machines.
ClubSCAD Atlanta
1600 Peachtree St. NW
Located on the first floor of 1600 Peachtree, ClubSCAD Atlanta includes all standard gym equipment and updated studio space for group classes, making it a convenient option for students to fit in a workout between classes.
Intramural sports
From basketball and dodgeball to badminton and volleyball, SCAD’s intramural sports program offers something for everyone. More than 1,000 students of all levels and abilities take part in intramural leagues and open gyms each year. Intramural sports are a great way to get involved and stay active in a fun, supportive environment. Learn more and sign up through IMLeagues.
Outdoor recreation
Step outside the fitness studio and into nature with outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Georgia. You’re invited to recharge your creativity on these excursions — which include hiking, biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, rock climbing, and hands-on outdoor education clinics that fuel inspiration, wellness, and community spirit.
Athletics
In Atlanta and Savannah, SCAD artist-athletes compete as members of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and other organizations, earning accolades for their achievements on the playing field and in the classroom.