COMPASS Exercise Science Program

Exercise Science Summer Immersion Program

Do you have a passion for sports and fitness, enjoy being active and want a fast-paced career? Are you curious about how the body works? Exercise Science prepares students for careers in fitness and health promotion, strength and conditioning, and wellness programs. Explore the world of exercise science through the hands-on COMPASS program. Students will learn from Montreat College faculty and industry experts about our bodies’ functionality, fitness assessments, and careers in the field.

COMPASS 2025 will be held June 21-26, 2025.
Registration coming soon for COMPASS 2025.

What You’ll Experience

Topics

  • Aerobic Fitness 
  • Anaerobic Fitness 
  • Muscular Fitness 
  • Athletic Training 
  • Corporate Wellness 
  • Body Composition & Nutrition 
  • Industry Careers 

Hands-On Experience

  • Pre-exercise Health Screenings 
  • One Mile Run Test 
  • Bench Press Test 
  • Vertical Jump Test 
  • Food Journal Analysis 
  • Flexibility and Functional Movement Testing 

A Day in the Life

*Subject to Change

 

  • 7:30-8:30 a.m.: Breakfast  
  • 8:45-10 a.m.: Session 1 – Data Collection & Screening  
  • 10-10:15 a.m.: Break  
  • 10:15 a.m.-12 p.m.: Session 2 – Pre-Exercise Health Screening  
  • 12-1 p.m.: Lunch  
  • 1:15-2:45 p.m.: Session 3 – Aerobic Fitness at Black Mountain Campus
  • 2:45-3 p.m.: Break  
  • 3-4:30 p.m.: Session 4 – 1 Mile Run Test  
  • 4:30-5:30 p.m.: Free Time  
  • 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Dinner 
  • 10 p.m.: Lights Out

Program Facilitator

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Dr. Robyn York 
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Dr. Jarrett Walbolt
Exercise Science students

 

Where You’ll Be

Montreat College is part of the Asheville area’s vibrant cultural life. Explore the countless outdoor activities that make Western NC an international destination for adventure seekers.

Where You'll Stay

COMPASS attendees will stay in either Anderson Residence Hall or Howerton Residence Hall. Most rooms include two twin beds, two dressers, two desks, two chairs, two closets, one or two bookcases, and a private or shared restroom.

Where You'll Eat

COMPASS attendees will dine in Howerton Dining Hall, which features multiple dining options to accommodate individuals with dietary preferences and allergies.

FAQs for Students and Parents

Register for COMPASS

COMPASS 2024 will be held June 23-28, 2024.