Knox College students have a wide variety of options to stay active and maintain physical wellness. 

From live-action role-playing to fencing, many student-led club sports offer a chance to get in a workout while honing that competitive edge. 

For those looking to join a less competitive club, dance squad, yoga, and more offer a communal space to practice physical arts. And, for those in the habit of keeping up a workout routine, the E. & L. Andrew Fitness Center is open every day of the week. 

One favorite on campus is Ultimate Frisbee

Being involved with Ultimate Frisbee was really by chance. My RA was on the team and wanted to get every one of his residents to at least one practice. So, I went and I saw people that looked like me…maybe not a traditional athlete. The players were very much teaching us what to do. It was fun. And, now we’ve been to nationals the last two years. It’s technically a club sport and completely student-run and fundraised. I love it.  - Brooke traveled with the team to the National Ultimate Frisbee competition the past two years. 

Interested in joining our Prairie Fire athletics teams?
Our NCAA Division III teams are highly competitive. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who are passionate, driven, and committed to excellence. 

First-year football student-athletes will report for preseason on August 14th.
All other fall sports (soccer, cross country, golf, volleyball), first-year student-athletes will report on August 16th.

More than 70% of Knox students participate in some kind of organized athletic activity. However, if solo adventures are more your style, we're surrounded by opportunities to get out there and explore. 

Biking, camping, hiking, and kayaking at Green Oaks, and the 600-acre Lake Storey recreational area are among the fantastic opportunities you have in the surrounding area.

Fun fact: Knox has a free full-service bike shop on campus!

To put it simply, Knox and the surrounding Galesburg area are full of opportunities to stretch your legs. Read about all of the health and wellness opportunities available on campus.

Coming Up Next 

In our next Blaze a Trail Tuesday, we’ll verify you have all the important checklist items complete.

See you down the trail!