The Gymnasium

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Headmaster Ulmann introduced gymnastics and calisthenics, a new program at Trinity. The gymnasium, in 1901, was described as "a splendid apartment, with nearly 3500 square feet of floor space, a height of 21 feet in the centre, and 16 feet at the sides, with plenty of light and ventilation."

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The Gymnasium was "fitted with all the necessary apparatus of the very best description and quality, and a competent instructor. The excellent effect of the daily regular exercise upon the muscular development of the scholars and their general health has been shown in many instances most conspicuously." - 1901 Year Book

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Wooden dumbell weights (1lb.) used during daily half hour calisthenics courses for the primary and grammar school grades are part of the Archive's artifact collection.