Facilities and Schedule
Summer Semester 2013:
May 13 through August 23
| Monday through Thursday |
11:00 am to 7:00 pm |
| Friday |
11:00 am to 6:00 pm |
| Saturday |
Closed |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Helwig Recreation Center will be closed Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day, and Thursday–Friday, July 4–5, for Independence Day.
- You must have a current and valid North Park ID to access Helwig Recreation Center.
- Helwig Recreation Center management may modify hours and close early under certain conditions.
Location and Directions
Helwig Recreation Center is located on the corner of Carmen (one block south of Foster Avenue) and Kedzie avenues.
Equipment
Donna and Jim Blair Fitness Area
- Elliptical Cross Trainers
- Treadmills
- Adaptive Motion Trainers
- Stairmill
- Stairclimbers
- Rowing Machines
- Recumbent Bikes
- Upright Bikes
- Selectorized Weight Machines
- Adjustable Multipurpose Cable Machines
John and Bev Schwan Weight Room
- Adjustable Multipurpose Cable Machines
- Plate Loaded Hammer Strength Machines
- Adjustable Cable Cross Over Machine
- Free Weights: Dumbbells, Plates, and Olympic Bars
- Flat and Adjustable Benches
- Smith Machine
- Lifting Platforms
- Abdominal Work Station
- Back Extension Bench
- Leg Raise
Northeastern Illinois University
Looking for a place to swim? All North Park students, faculty and staff have access to NEIU's pool and recreation center during the school year. You must have a valid North Park id to gain access. Please contact Ericka Hopper with questions.