Facilities

The N. E. Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center, known as the “TARC,” includes a 16-lane swimming pool, indoor rock-climbing wall, 200-meter indoor track, 5,000-square-foot fitness center, baseball practice area, and multipurpose courts for basketball, volleyball, and tennis.

Tarble Arena

Tarble Arena, completed in January 2009, houses games and practices for men’s and women’s basketball, and men’s and women’s volleyball. The facility features a parquet floor, arena seating for 2,385 fans with all red seats and theatre-style chairs on the west side, a giant video board, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment. The video board and the ability to darken the house during pre-game introductions add a level of excitement unique to NCAA Division III arenas. The arena not only hosts Carthage sports events, but also regional high school games, performances by top musicians and comedians, and other community events.

Semler Fitness Center

This 5,000-square-foot fitness center has cardio equipment, weight machines, TRX Suspension, free weights, and other exercise equipment.

Semler Fitness Center Hours

Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Koenitzer Aquatic Center / HARIBO Pool

The Koenitzer Aquatic Center, named for John and Joyce Koenitzer ’74, is 25 yards by 40 yards. It features 10 deep-water lanes for competition and an additional six lanes for warm-up and cool-down. A separate whirlpool is available for swimmers.

HARIBO Pool Hours

Monday-Friday: Noon-1:30 p.m., 6-9 p.m.
Saturday: Noon-2 p.m.
Sunday: 2-4 p.m.

Weekend hours may be affected by home athletic events. The pool is closed during the summer.

Rock Climbing Wall

The Carthage Climbing Wall is available for use by all members of the Carthage Community. Rock climbing is a full-body workout and is an excellent way to improve core strength and stability. No previous climbing experience is necessary; instruction for new climbers is available during any hours that the wall is open. Any experienced climber will be expected to pass the standard knot/belay test. All equipment is provided, however, climbers may bring their own shoes and harness if desired.

Rock Climbing Wall Hours

Monday-Tuesday: 6-9 p.m.
Wednesday: 8-10 p.m.
Thursday: 6-9 p.m.
Friday: 5-8 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 3-6 p.m.
Summer hours: Monday-Sunday: Closed

Dale Golf Center

The Dale Golf Center is the men’s and women’s golf programs a brand new, state-of-the-art space to practice indoors within the Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center. The new facility opened in 2019. Two Trackman simulators were installed, a putting green, and a golf bag storage space, all set under the new conference championship and NCAA Tournament appearance banners.

TARC Hours