Yanitelli Center

The Victor R. Yanitelli Recreational Life Center is an athletic facility at Saint Peter's University in Jersey City with three gymnasiums, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and multiple sports courts beneath a white curved roof. The building houses spaces designed for different sports and training activities in one central campus location.

The facility opened in 1975 and replaced the Jersey City Armory as the new home for university sports events. It marked a significant step forward in the university's infrastructure, providing modern athletic spaces in a dedicated building for the first time.

The facility hosts numerous university events, including basketball games for the Saint Peter's Peacocks teams and the annual Baccalaureate Mass ceremonies.

Students can access the facility with their campus identification, while visitors outside the university may face access restrictions. It is best to check opening hours ahead of time, as these may vary depending on the season and university calendar.

The center features five indoor tennis courts that can be converted into a multipurpose training field when needed. This flexibility allows different sports and activities to share the same space depending on seasonal or event requirements.

Location: New Jersey

Inception: 1975

Official opening: 1975

Capacity: 3200

GPS coordinates: 40.72760,-74.07320

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48