NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Sussex County Community College will unveil a new outdoor Fitness Court Studio this month as part of an effort to expand access to health, wellness and physical activity opportunities for students and the community.
SCCC, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey and the National Fitness Campaign partnered to develop the new facility, which is located along College Hill Road on the upper SCCC campus.
Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to attend a ribbon-cutting and grand opening at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15. The event will include an opportunity to tour the Fitness Court and learn about its seven exercise stations and Studio classroom.
The Fitness Court is part of a nationwide initiative led by the National Fitness Campaign to expand access to outdoor fitness opportunities. The facility allows users to leverage their own body weight for a full workout across seven exercise stations.
“The commissioner board, along with senior services, is excited about another venture with Sussex County Community College to help with the health and fitness of our community,” stated Chris Carney, Sussex County Commissioner.
Designed for people ages 14 and older, the Fitness Court offers exercises that can be adapted for a range of abilities and fitness levels. SCCC is one of the first 20 campaign partners building a network of Fitness Courts across New Jersey with support from Horizon.
Users can also download the free Fitness Court App, which provides guided workouts, instructional videos, fitness challenges and other resources.
“We are proud to introduce the new outdoor Fitness Court® as part of our commitment to supporting the health and well-being of our students and the broader community,” said Dr. Cory Homer, President of Sussex County Community College. “This accessible space will encourage people of all fitness levels to stay active, connect with one another, and build healthy habits that can have a lasting impact on their lives.”
“Investing in Fitness Courts is another way Horizon is working to empower our members to achieve their best health, while partnering with community organizations to build a healthier New Jersey,” said Gary D. St. Hilaire, Horizon’s Chairman and CEO. “As New Jersey’s hometown health insurer, we’re focused on making good health more affordable and more accessible. The opportunities created by our partnership with National Fitness Campaign builds on Horizon’s ninety-year history of supporting local organizations and improving the health of New Jersey’s communities.”
“We are excited to have Sussex County Community College join us in the journey to improve health and wellness as we work to make a powerful and long-lasting impact on health outcomes and happiness by building healthy communities across America,’’ said Mitch Menaged, founder of National Fitness Campaign. “The addition of the outdoor Fitness Court® Studio, along with digital wellness programming, demonstrates a tremendous commitment to the health and wellbeing within the community.”
