Fitness Center
KCC's Fitness Center believes in offering Fitness for EVERYBODY! We're ready to support you.
The facility serves KCC students and community members in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.
Why choose the KCC Fitness Center?
Beginner friendly
Start your fitness journey in a supportive environment.
Several affordable options
Options are available for students and community members.
Personal support
Certified staff offer orientations, personal training and fitness assessments. Additional fees apply for personal training and assessments.
Facility details
- 3,500 square feet
- Equipment from Life Fitness—the No. 1 brand in health clubs
- Locker rooms and showers available
- Located inside the Ice Valley Centre, on the southeast side of KCC's Riverfront Campus; 1601 River Road, Kankakee, Illinois.
2 ways to join
You can join the Fitness Center as a member or as a 1-credit college class. Both options give you full access to all workout equipment and facilities. The main difference is that the credit option can be used toward a college degree.
Fitness Center for credit
Cost
plus a $20 course fee
Enroll
Personal Fitness
Get a grade
as an elective.
Repeat enrollment
for credit
Policies & conduct for students
Register and pay in KCC’s Student Affairs Division on the Riverfront Campus, 100 College Drive, Kankakee.
First-time Personal Fitness students must complete an assessment and orientation before using the Fitness Center. Schedule yours by calling 815-802-8610. Sessions typically begin about a week before the semester.
Students must start their Fitness Center workouts within the first week of the semester to stay enrolled.
During the 60-minute orientation, staff record basic measurements, review resting heart rate and body composition, provide a facility and locker-room tour, and explain how to use the 21 Life Fitness cable-assisted machines.
The orientation counts toward the student’s Fitness Center grade.
Grades are based on exercise time completed during the semester.
- Pass/Fail: 20 hours or more to pass.
- 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
Parking
Park only in designated spaces. If there is overflow, use the parking lot across from the softball field. Two spaces are marked for staff.
Locker rooms
Day-use shelves and lockers are available. Bring your own lock and empty lockers daily. Showers are available; towels are not provided.
Equipment wipe-down
Use the provided spray and towels after using each machine. Do not spray digital display panels directly.
Weight-room safety
- Allow others to work in between sets.
- Re-rack weights and return benches.
- Do not slam or drop weights.
- Use collars and a spotter.
- Report damaged equipment immediately.
Dress code
- Wear athletic clothing and clean, dry gym shoes.
- Shirts must cover the chest, back and lower torso.
- No bare feet, sandals, open-toe or open-back shoes.
Cell phones
Cell phones are not permitted in the Fitness Center or locker rooms. Exit the facility to take a call.
Music
Music is permitted with headphones.
Courteous behavior
Profanity, loitering and distracting others are not permitted. No food or drink is allowed, except for water.
ID sharing and cheating
ID sharing and misrepresentation of activity time are prohibited and may result in removal, administrative withdrawal or a failing grade.
Membership
Membership begins when payment is received. Monthly and annual options are available. Register and pay in the Fitness Center. The KCC Accounting Office (second floor, near Student Affairs) also accepts Fitness Center payments.
Base rate
per month
$250 per year
Discount rate
per month
$110 per year
Daily pass
per day
Who qualifies for the discount rate?
- KCC students & graduates
- Seniors age 60+
- Additional family member(s)
- Military veterans
- Spouses & dependents of full-time KCC employees
- Groups of 10 or more
Personal training & fitness assessments
Personal trainers help members clarify goals, use equipment safely and make workouts more effective. Sessions are one hour and may include up to three participants.
Fitness assessment: $35
Call 815-802-8610 to schedule1 hour personal training rates
| Participants | 1 session | 5 sessions | 10 sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $30 | $135 | $260 |
| 2 people | $25/person | $110/person | $210/person |
| 3 people | $20/person | $85/person | $160/person |
Why personal training?
- Reach fitness goals faster
- Achieve better results
- Keep workouts fresh and motivating
- Save time with a planned workout
Fitness assessment
A fitness assessment may evaluate height, weight, body fat composition, resting heart rate, balance, muscle strength and endurance.
Cost: $35
Meet the staff
Yvonne Mills
Personal Trainer/Manager
ymills@kcc.edu An ACE certified personal trainer, health/wellness coach, sports conditioning specialist and senior fitness specialist, Yvonne has more than 25 years of experience. She holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education from Olivet Nazarene University.
815‑802‑8610 Biography
Francine Castongia
Fitness Specialist
fcastongia@kcc.edu Francine has more than 25 years of fitness experience and has served on the KCC Fitness Center team since 2009. She supports members with exercise and healthy-eating guidance.
815‑802‑8610 Biography
Member testimonials
“Yvonne was an amazing coach. She pushed me each class.”
Lamanda Garcia
“I have lost inches, gained muscle mass and become much stronger with less aches and pain.”
Donna Schmidt
“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.”
John Kessler
Police Officer Fitness Test
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