Grinnell College Athletics

Physical Education/Athletic Department Mission Statement
The Department of Physical Education (Athletics, Recreation and Wellness) contributes to the liberal education of the campus community by offering intercollegiate sport and recreational, intramural, and wellness activities.
 
Valuing and embracing all forms of diversity, the Department provides opportunities that stimulate personal growth and awareness within an inclusive, gender-equitable environment.
 
Athletics
Sport practices, as well as competitive experiences, instil sportsmanship and fair play.
 
Participants benefit from an integrated, co-curricular experience that upholds the academic mission of the College as the Department provides individualized and group instruction in a safe environment, celebrates academic excellence, and emphasizes experiential learning.

Physical Education
By offering group and individualized instruction through activity classes that promote skill development and physical fitness, the department aims to encourage members of the community to enjoy personal well-being and develop lifelong wellness.
 
Theoretical-based sport courses contribute to the College’s lively academic community, emphasizing written and oral discourse, critical thinking, and practical experiences. Course work helps students gain new knowledge that equips them for life and work beyond Grinnell.

Wellness and Recreation
As part of Physical Education, wellness and recreation encourage both a sound body and sound mind.  Live Well Grinnell, intramurals, outdoor recreation (GORP) and PE activity classes provide opportunities and support for all members of the Grinnell community (students, staff, faculty) seek their vision of optimal wellness in all dimensions. The Charles Benson Bear ’39 Recreation and Athletic Center provides accessible state-of-the-art spaces for a variety of wellness and recreation activities.