Knott Athletic Recreation Convocation Complex
Welcome to Recreational Services at Mount St. Mary's University and Seminary!
We strive to meet the recreational needs of everyone who comes through our doors. If you want to walk the track, play some racquetball, shoot some hoops or work out in the weight room or cardio room, the ARCC is the place for you! Should you have any questions, please call 301-447-5290.
For weather-related information on delayed openings, closings or class cancellations, please call 301-447-7424 (campus extension 7424).
Closings due to Men's Home Basketball Games:
Wednesday, February 8th ARCC closes at 5:00pm (pool closes at 2:00pm)
Thursday, February 16th ARCC closes at 5:00pm (pool closes at 2:00pm)
Saturday, February 18th ARCC closes at 5:00pm (pool closes at 4:30pm)
Fieldhouse Closes at 3:00pm Friday, February 10th for Mount 2000. (This is the area housing the track and courts ONLY). The ARCC will close at 5:00pm Friday, February 10th and reopen Sunday, February 12th at 12 noon
The ARCC is a 105,000 square foot facility used for fitness and recreation, intercollegiate athletics, entertainment and cultural events. Included is the Knott Arena, which features a main arena/convocation center with a seating capacity of 3,500 for basketball and up to 5,000 for other events. The ARCC also contains the John J. Dillon Field House, which has four multipurpose basketball, tennis, volleyball and badminton courts and a jogging track. In addition to the Arena and Field House, the facility contains a 25-meter swimming pool; a 4800 sq. ft. PNC Fitness Center; one racquetball/wallyball court; an group exercise studio a sports medicine room; student and faculty locker rooms; saunas; varsity and intramural equipment areas; seminar and conference rooms; and offices for the athletic and recreational services departments.
See our Recreational Brochure for more highlights on what we have to offer.
Recreational Services Goals:
- to develop skills
- to better maintain health and fitness
- to promote sportsmanship, team spirit, cooperation and friendly competition
- to boost socialization
- to release stress through activity
- to HAVE FUN!!
