Pittsfield Gym | Paterson Field House

Pittsfield Gym and Field House

Welcome to Paterson Field House, a Pittsfield gym, which is open to »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students, employees and the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ community.

Field House Hours

  • Monday – Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Saturday – Sunday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Paterson Recreation's mission is to enrich the experience of students at »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ through safe and always-improving facilities and programs. Serving and engaging students, faculty, staff, and the greater »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ community, Paterson Recreation provides opportunities to learn and reinforce healthy behaviors, build relationships, develop leadership skills, and pursue goals.

Paterson Field House maintains a fitness center, basketball court, turf field, two grass soccer fields, three adult outdoor tennis courts, two youth tennis courts, and an outdoor pool that is open during the summer. Day lockers are available for all users.

Next Big Thing:

  • »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Club Basketball vs. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
    • Saturday Dec. 7, 1 and 2:30 p.m.

Membership and Rates

»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students, employees and professor emerita

  • Free!
    • Students, faculty and staff must bring their »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ ID for access.

Day pass: $7

Age policy

  • Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Children between 12 – 15 must have an adult in the Paterson Recreation Complex.
  • Children under 16 cannot use the Paterson Fitness Center (weights or cardio machines).

Community members

  • Monthly: $25
  • 3 Month: $70
  • 6 Month: $125
  • Annual: $250

»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ alumni, military/first responders*, seniors**  and non-»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students***

  • Monthly: $20
  • 3 Month: $55
  • 6 Month: $100
  • Annual: $200

*Military and first responders just need to show an ID
**Seniors are 60+ years young
***Could be middle school, high school, or students from another college

Membership Forms

*A doctor's note may be required prior to issuing a membership or day pass for some guests/members

Rentals and Reservations

All inquiries regarding rental of any of the Paterson Recreation Complex spaces should complete this form:

After completing the form a member of the Paterson Recreation team will reach out to you within one business day.

Rental spaces include:

  • Gene Dellea Turf Field
  • Paterson Field House Basketball Court
  • Grass Soccer Fields
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Tennis Courts

All facilities are open to the public during normal Paterson operating hours when their use does not interfere with College activities.

Varsity Athletics Interest Form

Paterson Calendar of Events

Contact Us

paterson@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-1670

Operating Hours:

  • Monday - Friday: 5:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Saturday - Sunday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Modified Hours:
  • Wednesday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Holiday 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Thursday, Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day: CLOSED
  • Friday, Nov. 29, Thanksgiving Holiday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve: 5:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Dec. 25, Christmas: CLOSED
  • Tuesday, Dec. 31, New Year's Eve: 5:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Jan. 1, New Year's Day: CLOSED

Services and Features

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  • Adventure Program

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Adventure Program

    Paterson's Adventure Program provides programs, events and equipment to get Paterson Recreation users into the outdoors. Unless noted all Adventure programs are free and open to any »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students, faculty, staff, Paterson users, and »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Alumni and their families. If events fill priority will always go first to »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students. Also if any event requires equipment that you don't have reach out and we may be able to provide it.

    For more information on any »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Adventure Program email Craig Ptak at cptak@berkshirecc.edu

    Central Rock Gym Trip

    • Friday, December 13, 11:15am-5:00pm
    • Free
    • Spots are limited! First come first serve
    • Students will be sent a confirmation email they have a spot, they must respond to that email by December 11

    Past Trips:

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ East Zip Line Trip

      • Friday, Oct. 11th 11:15am-5:00pm

    If you need special assistance for this event, please contact Craig Ptak at cptak@berkshirecc.edu.

  • Fitness Program

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Fitness Program


    Paterson's Fitness Program provides programs and events to get our members together and active! Unless noted all fitness programs are free and open to all Paterson members including »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students, faculty, staff, community members, and »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Alumni.

    • Yoga instructed by Taylor LaRochelle
      PAUSED UNTIL DECEMBER 3RD
      Tuesdays Gentle Yoga 5-6pm
      Thursdays Restorative Yoga 5:30pm-6:30pm
      or Walk In!
    • Practical Pilates instructed by Autumn Bragan
      Begins Oct. 2
      Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm
      Saturdays 10:00-11:00am
      or Walk In!
    • ZUMBA! instructed by Luana Dias Davis
      Begins October 12th
      Saturdays 12:00pm-1:00pm 
      or Walk In! 
    • Intro to Fitness instructed by Michael Carnevale
      Jumpstart your fitness journey with our 4-Week Introduction to Fitness Program! A comprehensive mix of cardio, strength training, and core exercises, tailored for all fitness levels and learn how to create and personalize your own training program!
      Oct. 15 – Nov. 7
      Tuesdays 3-4pm
      Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm
  • Open Recreation

    Open Recreation

    Open Recreation hours are open for drop-in play for any Paterson members or guests. If no one shows up for drop-in play the court may be used for other purposes, but if anyone comes in hoping to play that sport during Open Recreation hours that sport will have priority on the court.

    Open Recreation Badminton Hours

    • Fridays 6:30pm-9:00pm
    • Wednesdays 7:30pm-9:00pm
    • Sundays 10:00am-1:00pm

    Open Recreation Basketball Hours

    • Mondays 6:00pm-8:00pm

    Women's Only Recreation Basketball

    • Wednesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Open Recreation Soccer Hours (Turf Field)

    • Saturdays 1:00pm-3:00pm
  • SAIL

    SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life)

    SAIL is a 12-week class offered twice a week. It is an evidence-based program that focuses on balance, strength, flexibility, and endurance for people 65 and older. All classes can be completed standing or sitting and can be modified to promote individual fitness needs. Classes are taught be licensed Physical Therapists or Physical Therapist Assistants who have been certified in SAIL.

    Check out the national website for additional information.

    For the Fall 2024 session, the SAIL program is free for Paterson members, or a $30 fee can be paid. To join the interest list please .

    • Class 1 - Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00am-11:15am

      • Instructor: Michele Darroch

      • This class is at capacity

      • Classes run Sept. 3 - Nov. 21st

    • Class 2 - Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:30am-12:45pm

      • Instructor: Michele Darroch

      • Spaces still available

      • Classes run Sept. 3 - Nov. 21st

  • Tennis Complex

    The Paul E. Raverta Tennis Complex is open from dawn until dusk each day.

    »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Mountain Pickleball has two of the courts reserved 9 am-Noon on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

    In recognition of his leadership and love of the game, the tennis facilities at »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ were dedicated in honor of the college's 6th president, Dr. Paul E. Raverta. The complex boasts three standard adult courts and two "10 and Under" courts for children. Two of the adult tennis courts are lined for pickleball as well.

    The Paul E. Raverta Tennis Complex, which is open to the public, was made possible by the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Bank Foundation, »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Bank Foundation — Legacy Region, Petricca Industries, USTA Western Mass, USTA New England, and USTA National.

Health/Fitness Requirement for Students

In these extraordinary times, we have made the difficult decision to waive Forum and the Heath Fitness requirements for students graduating through spring 2023.

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