Things To Do in the TARC
The N. E. Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center, known on campus as “The TARC,” is a first-class fitness facility for the Carthage community.
From the rock climbing wall to the fitness center, Carthage students, staff, faculty, and students are welcome to use the many facilities within the TARC.
Semler Fitness Center
This 5,000-square-foot fitness center has cardio equipment, weight machines, TRX Suspension, free weights, and other exercise equipment. When you arrive at the Semler, you must sign in with your Carthage ID. Carthage students, staff, faculty, and alumni are welcome to use the gym.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m-9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m-8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m-11 p.m.
Summer Hours: Monday-Sunday 8 a.m-8 p.m.
Tarble Arena
Tarble Arena houses games and practices for men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball. When it’s not being used for basketball games and volleyball matches, anyone from the Carthage community is welcome to the Tarble Arena! Carthage students, alumni, faculty, and staff may borrow equipment with a Carthage ID from the control room by the pool to play basketball or volleyball.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m-9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m-8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m-11 p.m.
Summer Hours: Monday-Sunday 8 a.m-8 p.m.
Koenitzer Aquatic Center and the Haribo Pool
The Koenitzer Aquatic Center is 25 yards by 40 yards. It features ten deep-water lanes for competition and an additional six lanes for warm-up and cool-down. A separate whirlpool is available for swimmers. Anyone from the Carthage community is welcome to watch the swim meets. There are certain days and times for open swimming for students, faculty, and staff.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: Noon-1:30 p.m, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Friday: Noon-1:30 p.m, 6:15-9 p.m.
Saturday: Noon-2 p.m.
Sunday: 2-4 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: Closed (the pool might be closed on days there are swimming and diving meets)
Intramural Sports
All Carthage students can play in the Intramural Sports League. Intramural offerings include flag football, Wiffle Ball, billiards, Wii Sports, trivia nights, and more! To learn more about Intramural Sports and see the schedule, visit the Carthage Intramural Sports site.
Rock Climbing Wall
The Carthage Climbing Wall is available for all members of the Carthage community, including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Rock climbing is a full-body workout and is an excellent way to improve core strength and stability. No previous climbing experience is necessary; instruction for new climbers is available during any hours the wall is open. Experienced climbers will be expected to pass the standard knot/belay test. All equipment is provided. However, climbers may bring their own shoes and harness if desired.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Tuesday: 6-9 p.m.
Wednesday: 8-10 p.m.
Thursday: 6-9 p.m.
Friday: 5-8 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 3-6 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: Closed
Ping-Pong
How about a game of Ping-Pong? Ping-Pong tables are located right by the athletic training room — anyone is welcome to play! Paddles and balls are available in the TARC control room. Make sure you bring your Carthage ID to borrow any Ping-Pong equipment.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Dance and Yoga Studio
The dance studio in the TARC serves as a rehearsal space and hosts yoga classes. It’s also where students taking dance courses will go for class. The studio features a professional dance floor, mirrored walls, movable barres, and a sound system.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Upstairs Track
The upstairs area has an open track for all students, faculty, staff, and alumni with Carthage IDs. The Carthage community can use the upstairs track whenever it’s not used for a sporting event.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.