The 3,200 square foot Friedman Center at Cornell University’s Appel Commons has been completely redesigned from floor to ceiling and now boasts one of the nation’s first Escape Octagons. Jen Gudaz, the Director of Cornell Fitness Centers (CFC) and Associate Director of Recreational Services, worked with our own Matt Bogumil to turn this once general population fitness center into a dedicated group instructional space. Rubber black and red Ultra Tile flooring with a strip of green turf and freshly painted walls create a versatile and visual appealing backdrop for some of the most engaging equipment in the industry.

This brand-new state of the art facility on the SUNY Cortland campus will become the hub for student recreational activities, including a diverse cardio section, a large selectorized & free-weight area, a functional fitness room, a swimming area, golf simulator stations, and MANY more physical recreation options! There are also a variety of social hangout spaces and a large food service area, in keeping with the university’s goal of significantly improving the quality of life for all students.