Club Descriptions:
Aero Club, President:
Mark Blanks
The Aero Club was formed to provide students, faculty, and staff the
opportunity to obtain flight instruction and ultimately a private's pilot
license for at least half of what it costs elsewhere. The club currently owns a
1975 Cessna 150M, which may be rented for $30 ($40 for non-UTSI member) an hour.
The club has 5 flight instructors available to provide flight instruction
whenever student schedules permit. The club house is located at the Tullahoma
Airport and members have unlimited access to it and to the aircraft. There is a
yearly membership fee of $60 (non-UTSI member $80). For more information,
contact the president or go their own home page
Astronomy Club, President: Tina Rice
This club offers a star reaching experience. The UTSI Astronomy Club observes
the planets and stars on occasion, and observations can be arranged at any time
on request; or students may borrow a telescope if they like to watch the sky on
their own. Three telescopes are available for observations.
Auto Club, President: Dave Ball
The purpose of this club is to supply students, staff, and faculty with the
necessary equipment for automobile maintenance and repair. Tools are provided on
a checkout basis and can usually borrowed for a period of one week.
Boat Club, President: Sean Fischbach
Members are entitled to unlimited use of three 14' Sunfish sailboats, four
Mistral surfboards, a 17' fiberglass canoe, a 12' jon boat, and a 10' kayak. A
boathouse key may be obtained from the Physical Plant after contacting the
president.
Experimental Rocketry Association, President: Eric Jacob
The experimental rocketry association allows students to participate in mid
and high power model rocketry. However, the clubs primary focus to build and
test experimental rockets and hybrid rocket engine designs.
Recreation Club, President: David Ball
Members have access to facilities which currently include mountain bikes, a
pool table, fussball, ping-pong table, weight room, and a racquet ball court. A
key to the recreation room may be obtained from the Recreation Club president.
The UTSI Soccer Club is open to all students, faculty, and staff. There are
games and tournaments throughout the year and during the summer which is both
competitive and fun. UTSI's home filed includes a smaller sized regulation
soccer field equipped with goals, nets, and plenty of grass.
The Tennis Club is open to all UTSI students, faculty, and staff. Its purpose
is to assist members in learning to play tennis, to improve their game, and to
test themselves in tournaments. Facilities available are two outdoor tennis
courts located in the recreational area. Activities include a summer tournament
and team matches.
The UTSI Volleyball Club offers students, faculty, and staff the opportunity
to participate in a wide variety of volleyball activities. The club offers a
sand volleyball court, an indoor volleyball court, volleyballs, and additional
equipment. During the fall and spring semesters the club enters teams in both
the AEDC and Tullahoma volleyball leagues.
The Softball Club provides the opportunity for students, faculty, and staff
to play in the AEDC summer and fall leagues by providing basic equipment for
team play. The emphasis is on participation and everyone who attends normally
has the opportunity to play.
The Basketball Club supports UTSI students, faculty, and staff who wish to
play basketball in the AEDC Fall Basketball League.
Soaring Club, President: Tina Rice
This club provides the opportunity for students to experience the joy of
soaring and to learn how to fly sail planes at a low cost. Presently, the club
owns two sail planes: a Schleicher ASK-13 (two seat trainer), and a
Schempp-Hirth Ka-8B (single seat). Tow costs are charged for car launch.
Occasionally aero tows are also available. Beginners usually need about 40
flights with instructor before solo, and 35 flights and 7 hours solo to prepare
for the license check. For more information, contact the president or go their
own home page
Paintball Club, President: Eric Jacob
Paintball is a game of brains and stealth rather than of muscle and brute
strength. It is similar to the games of Cops and Robbers, Capture the Flag, Good
Guys vs. Bad Guys. Club members have use of six pump guns, a safety mask and
safety goggles for protection. The paintball field is located on the peninsula
behind the tennis courts.
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