Wellness + Aquatics Center At College Of Southern Maryland

The Wellness Center at the Leonardtown campus of the College of Southern Maryland combines a recreation center, a health and wellness center and an educational center all into one building that serves both the college and the community.

The entrance tower orients and draws in the campus and community, and an extended site and building axis complete the existing pedestrian paths. The main hall incorporates elements of the building’s exterior into its very heart, connecting every space in the facility with extensive natural light, integrated seating, displays, and places for conversation, all highlighted by rich and rugged finishes that respect the history of the campus architecture.

The natatorium provides for competition and recreational swimming in the main pool while therapy and rehabilitation are accommodated in the warmer therapy pool. Multi-purpose spaces not only accommodate dance and aerobic activities, but are readily converted to classroom spaces. The fitness center incorporates a combination of weight training, cardio-fitness and wellness assessment and consultation. With abundant natural daylighting, transparency and natural building materials, the building brings the outside in while connecting the mind and body to nature.