Hafter Student Community Center

The Hafter Center offers a place for fitness, fun, exercise and sport. The gymnasium is used for large combined classes, University events and student indoor sport competitions.

The fitness center is for the sole use of University students, faculty and staff, and the members of the neighboring Breyer communities, who may enroll as gym members for a fee. The building is also available for use as a community space, with past functions including but not limited to: charity fundraisers, exhibitor halls and local recreational sports.

A private company, Corporate Fitness Works, of Virginia, administers the Center’s exercise gym and fitness programs. The Office of Student Affairs has responsibility for the operation of the Hafter Student Community Center and for scheduling events in the Center.

Our Staff

Joe Riley, Health Fitness Program Manager
Joe RileyBackground: 
  • Hometown: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
  • BS, Leisure & Sport Studies from Kutztown University
  • NFPT-CPT
  • NASM- Behavior Change Specialist
  • Pregnancy Fitness Specialist

Top Training Tip:

  • Focus on small goals leading to big results in the end.

Hobbies:

  • Basketball
  • Weight Lifting
  • Pickle-ball
  • Traveling

About Me:

  • In my free time I like to be at home watching sports or spending time with my family. When I can, I love to travel and explore. I also enjoy listening to music of all kinds.
Devon Dunston, Health Fitness Specialist
Devon DunstonBackground: 
  • Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • NASM-CPT
  • Kick Boxing Trainer

Top Training Tip:

  • The biggest step is walking through those doors.

Hobbies:

  • Weight Lifting
  • Writing
  • Boxing

About Me:

  • I have a big passion for helping people reach their goals. The things I love are sports, fitness, music, and my family. My goal is to become a physical therapist.
Alyce Ruiz, Health Fitness Specialist
Alyce RuizBackground:
  • Hometown: Bronx, New York
  • NASM-CPT, Nutrition Coach
  • BA in Psychology & Sociology from Keuka College

Top Training Tip:
  • Find any reason to move your body every day...move it or you'll lose it!

Hobbies:
  • Running/Lifting 
  • Watching NFL/WNBA games
  • Reading
About Me:
  • When I'm not at Hafter working or working out, I'm working at my IT job of 10+ years. I enjoy reading nonfiction, volunteering at Fox Chase Farm and watching crime documentaries in my free time.
Joseph Sherwin, Health Fitness Specialist

Joseph SherwinBackground:

  • Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • BS, Sport & Exercise Science from Temple University
  • NSCA- CSCS & CPT
  • 20+ years of training experience

Top Training Tip:

  • Initiate squats with your hips.

Hobbies:

  • Watching sports
  • Weightlifting
  • Family time

About Me:

  • I am a huge sports fan! When I am not training clients or myself I am watching sports. I route for all the philly sports teams.

Our Equipment & Classes

  • Cybex selectorized strength machines
  • Hammer strength machines
  • Various cardio equipment including, Concept2 Rower & Schwinn Spin Bikes
  • Shared-use studio space with TV for workout videos & small equipment to assist with power, strength, and agility training
  • Group exercise classes
  • Ongoing exercise challenge opportunities with prizes
  • Personal training

Hafter Center Fitness Classes at Salus UniversityHours of Operation

Monday- Friday:
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday:
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

(Hours of operation may be subject to change in the event of a University function)

Contact Info:
Phone: 215.780.1350
Email: salus_haftercenter@drexel.edu