Pittsfield Gym | Paterson Field House

Pittsfield Gym and Field House

Welcome to Paterson Field House, a Pittsfield gym, which is available to BCC students, employees and the Berkshire community.

Field House Hours

Holiday and modified hours of operation

  • 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 BCC through safe and always-improving facilities and programs. Serving and engaging students, faculty, staff, and the greater Berkshire 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.

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Contact Us

paterson@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-1670

Next Big Thing

  • Exercise, Nutrition, and Meal Prep Presentation 
    • Wednesday, Feb. 19 Noon
    • Thursday, Feb. 20 Noon
    • Both presentations will be held in the Connector

Modified Hours

  • Monday, April 21, Patriot's Day: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Monday, May 26, Memorial Day: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday, June 19, Juneteenth: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday, July 4, Independence Day: CLOSED

Day Passes and Memberships

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

Day Passes

  • BCC students, employees and professor emeriti: Free!
    Please present your BCC ID for access.
  • Community members: $7

Memberships

  • BCC students, employees and professor emeriti: Free!
    Present your BCC ID for access.
  • Community members
    • Monthly: $25
    • 3 Month: $70
    • 6 Month: $125
    • Annual: $250
  • BCC alumni, military/first responders*, seniors** and non-BCC 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

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

Rentals and Reservations

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

Event Information Sheet

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.

Services and Features

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  • Adventure Program

    BCC Adventure Program

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

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


    Spring 2025 Calendar

    Bosquet Ski/Snowboard and Tubing Trip

    • Thursday, Feb. 13
    • Ski/Snowboard 3:45 p.m. - meet at BCC
      • Return to Campus at 6:30pm
      • Students have option to drive themselves and stay later
    • Free (Unless you need to rent skis)
    • Register Here
    • Bosquet Mountain offers 24 ski trails and 10 tubing lanes. Rental Ski equi p.m.ent available. Transportation provided, meet at Paterson Field House
    • Spots are limited! First come first serve

    Central Rock Gym Trip

    • Friday, March 14, 11:15 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    • Free
    • Take a trip with the BCC Adventure Program to Central Rock Gym in Hadley, MA. Central Rock offers 24,000 feet of climbing terrain and 120 top rope and lead stations. No experience necessary. Transportation provided, meet at Paterson
    • Spots are limited! First come first serve

    Zoar White Water Rafting Trip

    • Thursday, May 8 OR Friday, May 9
    • Free
    • Situated in Chrarlemont, MA Zoar Outdoor offers the best in New England outdoor adventure. Whitewater rafting trip runs the upper Fife brook section, mostly Class II rapids with one Class III rapid, ideal for beginner rafters. Transportation provided, meet at Paterson Field House
    • Spots are limited! First come first serve

    Berkshire East Zipline Trip

    • Friday, May 16 OR Monday, May 19
    • Free
    • Berkshire East Zipline Adventures feature some of the longest and fastest zip lines on the East Coast with spectacular views of the Deerfield River Valley! This will be a tour of Berkshire East’s Valley Jump course. Due to the increased length and speed of this course previous zipline experience will be required.
    • Spots are limited! First come first serve

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

  • Fitness Program

    BCC 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 BCC students, faculty, staff, community members, and BCC Alumni.

    Spring 2025 Calendar

    • Yoga instructed by Taylor LaRochelle
      Feb. 24 – May 5, 2025
      *Yoga is taking a two week break until Feb. 24 due to instructor availability
      Mondays Gentle Yoga 5 – 6 p.m.
      Wednesdays Restorative Yoga 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
      Register for Yoga or walk in!
    • Practical Pilates instructed by Autumn Bragan
      Jan. 23 – May 3, 2025
      Thursdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
      Saturdays 10 -11 a.m.
      Register for Practical Pilates or walk in!
    • ZUMBA! instructed by Luana Dias Davis
      *No ZUMBA! Friday, Feb. 21 due to instructor availability
      Jan. 31 – May 2, 2025
      Fridays 4 – 5 p.m.
      Register for ZUMBA 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!
      Feb. 25 – March 20, 2025
      Tuesdays 3 – 4 p.m.
      Thursdays 9 – 10:30 a.m.
      Class is full, please email mcarnevale@berkshirecc.edu to be added to the waitlist
    • GAINZ instructed by Michael Carnevale
      Focus on building strength and mastering proper technique in squat, bench, and deadlift.
      March 25 – May 1, 2025
      Tuesdays Noon – 1 p.m.
      Thursdays 3 – 4 p.m.
  • 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.

    Spring 2025 Hours

    Open Recreation Badminton Hours

    • Fridays 7 – 9 p.m.

    Open Recreation Basketball Hours

    • Sundays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
    • Thursdays 7:30 – 9 p.m.
    • Saturdays 1 – 5 p.m.

    Open Recreation Indoor Soccer Hours

    • Saturdays 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

    Open Recreation Pickleball Hours

    • Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8 – 10:30 a.m.
    • Tuesday 4 – 6 p.m.
  • 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 SAIL 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 Register Here.

    • Class 1 – Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 – 11:15 a.m.
      • Instructor: Michele Darroch
      • This class is at capacity
      • Classes run Sept. 3 – Nov. 21
    • Class 2 – Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:30am-12:45 p.m.
      • Instructor: Michele Darroch
      • Spaces still available
      • Classes run Sept. 3 – Nov. 21
  • Tennis Complex

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

    Berkshire 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 BCC 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 Berkshire Bank Foundation, Berkshire Bank Foundation — Legacy Region, Petricca Industries, USTA Western Mass, USTA New England, and USTA National.

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