University Recreation offers a unique free service to Recreation Center members. If you are experiencing pain related to an injury, then our Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) can help. An ATC is an allied health care professional who specializes in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

The athletic training facility in the Recreation Center provides state-of-the-art equipment to help you recover effectively from injury. Additional services include electrical stimulation, ultrasound, stabilization exercises, and techniques to enhance flexibility and range of motion. The athletic training office is located at the north end of the main corridor just past the basketball courts. To make an appointment, email wittkopp@cwu.edu or call ahead (509) 963-3550.

Our certified athletic trainer is licensed in the state of Washington, is certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and is a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). She also works closely with the Student Health Center to ensure that the proper care is provided for each member, and if needed will refer you to a physician.

Hours of Operation

Office hours: By appointment only

For appointments please contact Ann Wittkopp at the Athletic Training Room at (509) 963-3550 or by email at wittkopp@cwu.edu.

Meet Your Athletic Trainer

Ann Wittkopp

Ann Wittkopp is the certified athletic trainer for University Recreation. She is a fitness and wellness enthusiast who earned her Bachelor’s degree in biology from Dickinson State University and her Master’s degree in Athletic Training from Montana State University Billings. In the past, Ann has taught various classes in the Nutrition, Exercise, and Health Sciences department, in addition to serving as the athletic trainer for University Recreation, and in June 2011 joined University Recreation as a full-time professional staff member. Ann’s interests include student education, injury prevention and rehabilitation, community education and involvement, sports and recreation, and nutrition and exercise science. She also provides athletic training coverage for home Collegiate Sport Club events, as well as various camps throughout the year.