Is the gym always that busy?

First time on the Kennesaw campus last night, spent some time walking around trying to get my bearings and went to check out the gym. It was incredibly overwhelming, there were SO many people! I'd love to get a workout in before my evening class, but I'm worried I wouldn't be able to finish it in time waiting for machines and squat/bench racks. Is it just because it's the beginning of the semester? Is it always that busy? When's the best time to go?