Intramural Sports Building

Also known as: IMSB

Intramural Sports Building is an athletic building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 606 HOOVER AVE, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's South campus. The building has 2 floors. The building code is IMSB, used in class schedules and room assignments. The building features elevator access, ramp access. It houses Main Gym 1, Weight Room, Weight Cardio Room, Cardio Room. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Intramural Sports Building is approximately 12 minutes walking southwest.

Classification: Recreational Sports Building.

Official website: Intramural Sports Building

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1928 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Smith, Hinchman & Grylls
• Style: Lombard Romanesque
• Named for: Not named for a person; championed by Fielding H. Yost as part of his "athletics for all" philosophy; first university building in the U.S. for intramural sports
• Notable: First building in the nation dedicated exclusively to collegiate recreation
• Primary use: Recreational sports facility
• Did you know: First building in the nation built exclusively for collegiate recreation (1928).

Accessibility

• Elevator: N/A
• Ramp Access: Located in the northwest corner of the building, next to Canham Natatorium on Hoover St.

Departments & Services

• Main Gym 1
• Weight Room
• Weight Cardio Room
• Cardio Room

Nearby Buildings

• Ferry Field 189 ft (58 m)
• Cliff Keen Arena 275 ft (84 m)
• Fletcher Hall 317 ft (97 m)
• Donald B. Canham Natatorium 385 ft (117 m)
• Weidenbach Hall 403 ft (123 m)

Other Athletic Buildings

• Oosterbaan Field House
• Crisler Arena
• Cliff Keen Arena
• Coliseum
• Donald B. Canham Natatorium

Part of: New Student Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Intramural Sports Building located?

Intramural Sports Building is located at 606 HOOVER AVE on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.26937151111112, -83.74236066666667.

Is Intramural Sports Building wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Elevator access: N/A. Ramp access: Located in the northwest corner of the building, next to Canham Natatorium on Hoover St..

What departments or services are in Intramural Sports Building?

Intramural Sports Building houses Main Gym 1, Weight Room, Weight Cardio Room, Cardio Room.

How many floors does Intramural Sports Building have?

Intramural Sports Building has 2 floors.

How do I find Intramural Sports Building on the University of Michigan campus?

Intramural Sports Building is located on South Campus at 606 HOOVER AVE. From the Diag, it is approximately 12 minutes walking southwest.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/intramural-sports-building