Buildings and Laboratory Spaces
Spartan Complex and Yoshihiro Uchida Hall
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A Hub for Athletics, Kinesiology, and Innovation
The Spartan Complex and Yoshihiro Uchida Hall (YUH) offer modern facilities for academics and athletics at San José State University. Following a $54.7 million renovation, YUH reopened in Fall 2014, featuring updated classrooms, athletic spaces, and research labs.
Spartan Complex Highlights
Spartan Complex, a historic 176,062 sq. ft. space, houses the SJSU athletic facilities, kinesiology department, and natatorium (indoor aquatic center).
Renovations include upgrades to the gymnasium, natatorium, dance and judo studios, weight rooms, and offices.
The addition of a new auditorium, lobby, and office wing expanded the complex by 5,600 sq. ft.
Yoshihiro Uchida Hall Features
YUH, a newly renovated building, features state-of-the-art facilities for kinesiology students and athletics.
The building houses a refurbished mat room used by the Olympic training SJSU Judo team, along with other kinesiology courses like yoga.
The second floor terrace garden offers stunning views of Tower Lawn, providing a peaceful space for study and relaxation.
Additional spaces include a weight training classroom, an exercise physiology lab, and a stress management lab.
Cutting-Edge Laboratories
Motor Behavior Lab
A space where kinesiology students conduct research on motor skills and behavior.
Adapted Physical Activity Lab
This lab focuses on exercise equipment and physical activities adapted for diverse abilities.
Qualitative Research Laboratory
Equipped with computers for qualitative data analysis, aiding in various kinesiology research projects.
Exercise Physiology Laboratory
A lab focused on fitness and health science, conducting studies on the body's response to exercise.
Biomechanics Laboratory
Research in this lab explores human movement and performance using advanced tools and methods.
