Buckley Green & Turf (33rd and Arch)
John A. Daskalakis Athletic Center
The DAC offers a variety of facilities to meet nearly every recreational need.
· Independence Blue Cross Wellness Center
- 4,300 square foot Fitness Center
Featuring LIFEFITNESS selectorized strength circuit, LIFEFITNESS treadmills, LIFEFITNESS Cross trainers & Summit Trainers, bikes and CONCEPT II rowers
- 1,200 square foot Free Weight Room
featuring CYBEX & HAMMER strength equipment
- Two activity rooms for scheduled activities & informal recreation.
· Two gymnasiums for basketball, volleyball and badminton.
· Five squash courts and Table Tennis area
· Swimming pool- six lanes- for lap swimming.
Buckley Recreational Field & Buckley Green
This complex located on 33rd Street across from the DAC features a 35 by 65 yard "Sprint-Turf " field and two sand volleyball courts used for intramurals, recreational play and varsity practices, as well as numerous campus activities such as Spring Jam. Also, there are open grills adjacent to the sand volleyball courts available for student organization barbeques (see “Reservation Process”).
Tennis Courts
There are two tennis courts located behind the 7-11 on 34th Street (across 34th Street from Towers Hall), as well as nine courts located at the main outdoor athletic complex at 43rd & Powelton.
Common Questions:
When can I play basketball?
Due to seasonal varsity practices during the fall and winter terms, access to the gym to play basketball is normally before 3PM and after 6:30PM. However, varsity sports and University functions such as Career Fairs, Open Hours, etc. limit and restrict usage during certain times throughout the year. Basketball availability is also listed on the Athletics website at www.drexeldragons.com.
How do I stay informed of facility schedules, different opportunities & building updates?
The Recreational Sports Office maintains “Facility Information” boards throughout the DAC. Updates available on a daily or weekly basis on these informational boards. Facility Information Boards are located in the North and South Gyms, by the Fitness Center , and next to the Equipment Distribution Window. Basketball & Badminton availability is listed on the athletics website- www.drexeldragons.com.
