REC Memberships
Memberships
The recreation membership is your ticket to achieve or maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Take advantage of UWL's exceptional recreational facilities by purchasing a membership for the semester, academic year, calendar year, or now on a monthly basis. Membership includes:
- access to the Fitness Center, track-side cardiovascular and strength equipment, 200 meter track, courts, climbing wall, racquetball courts, multipurpose room, conditioning room, and multi-activity court
- access to the Mitchell Hall pool
- reduced rental and trip rates at the Outdoor Connection
- ability to sponsor guests (up to 3 per visit) for appropriate guest fee
- eligibility to play intramural sports
- ability to participate in family weekends
- Purchase your membership today!
Students do not need to purchase a membership to use the REC. This service is included in your student fees, if enrolled in classes and paying the student fee for the Rec for the current semester.
REC Membership Information
Students who are enrolled in the current semester do not need to purchase a membership to use the REC if enrolled for current term and paying the student fee for the REC.
Student memberships to the REC are included in your student fees and are based on term(s) of enrollment. You must be enrolled in a minimum of 1 (one) credit to gain access (exception: summer and winter session).
Students who are not enrolled in the fall or spring semester are ineligible to purchase a semester membership. Daily guest passes can be purchased for $8 and require a current UWL student sponsor.
Students not enrolled in summer or winter session are eligible to purchase a short-term membership if enrolled in the semester just prior to or immediately following that term. Daily guest passes can be purchased for $4.
Former students who do not meet these eligibility requirements must pay an $8 guest fee and be accompanied throughout the visit by a current UWL student sponsor.
The Rec Sports Department extends membership privileges for a fee to the spouse/partner of current students, faculty, staff, retiree and emeriti, UWL affiliate must possess an active recreation membership before a spouse/partner is permitted to purchase a membership.
Verification of eligibility:
- UWL faculty, staff, retiree and emeriti: official University identification card
- Spouse/domestic partner: marriage certificate or domestic partner affidavit presented at time of purchase
Frequently Asked Questions
Student memberships to the REC are included in student fees and are based on term(s) of enrollment. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 1 (one) credit to gain access (exception: summer and J-term).
Yes, students attending college at a different institution can use the REC according to the following requirements:
- Fall or spring semester: purchase $4 daily guest pass and be sponsored by current UWL student throughout visit; institutional ID required
- Summer or winter session: purchase membership plus $5 card fee; institutional ID and proof of enrollment in the semester just prior to or immediately following the term required
Membership includes access to the REC Fitness Center, track-side cardiovascular and strength equipment, 200 meter track, climbing wall, racquetball courts, multipurpose room, and conditioning room. Programs and services may require an additional fee.
Students who are not enrolled in the fall or spring semester are ineligible to purchase a semester membership. Daily guest passes can be purchased for $8 and require a current UWL student sponsor.
Students not enrolled in summer or winter session are eligible to purchase a short-term membership if enrolled in the semester just prior to or immediately following that term. Daily guest passes can be purchased for $4.
Students who are enrolled in summer school or winter session pay a segregated fee. Therefore, in fairness to all, it was determined that students not enrolled in these sessions should pay a comparable amount to use the REC (approved by the UWL Student Association, Spring 2014).
Students must be enrolled in the semester just prior to or immediately following the term (summer or winter session) of purchase.
Summer 2021: $60 entire summer or $25/month
The fee is based on the operational costs of the REC.
Summer: expires August 14, 2021
Winter Session: Dec. 28th, 2020 - Jan. 31st, 2021
Yes, the Outdoor Connection has special rental and trip rates for currently enrolled students and REC members. Non-members will pay higher rates.
Yes for $4 if you were enrolled for the semester just prior to or immediately following summer/winter session. Current UWL ID is required.
NEW -Alumni Association Rec Memberships - Only 50 memberships will be sold
Alumni Association Memberships are now available for purchase. Must be a current Alumni Association member to qualify. Bring your current association membership card to the rec to sign up. Cost is $41/month, $316/annual, $126/semester, $251/academic year, and $60/summer.
Guest Passes
Yes, UWL alums are able to purchase a daily guest pass to use the REC according to the following requirements:
- Be a current member of the Alumni Association
- Present current Alumni Association membership card upon each visit
- Pay daily guest fee of $4 and sign waiver
Alumni members who meet the above requirements are able to sponsor up to 3 guests. Guests must pay the appropriate daily fee based on status. Minimum age for using the REC is 16 (exception: climbing wall has no minimum age requirement).
Eligibility
All UWL faculty, staff, retirees and emeriti are eligible to purchase a recreation membership and must have an official University identification card. The Rec Sports Department extends membership privileges for a fee to the spouse/partner of current students, faculty, staff, retiree and emeriti (UWL affiliate must possess an active recreation membership before a spouse/partner is permitted to purchase a membership.
Verification of eligibility:
- UWL faculty, staff, retiree and emeriti: official University identification card
- Spouse/domestic partner: marriage certificate or domestic partner affidavit presented at time of purchase
Purchasing a Membership
Current UWL faculty and staff may purchase a membership online with a credit card payment (payroll deduction not available online).
Payroll deduction, retirees, emeriti and spouse/partner memberships (spouse/partner eligibility verification required) must be purchased in person at the REC Information Counter. Payment options at the REC include cash, check, credit and debit.
Rates
| Rate | Term (see term dates below) | |
| Annual |
$316 |
1 year from date of purchase |
| Academic Year | $251 | Fall & Spring Semesters (includes winter session) |
| Semester | $126 | Fall or Spring Semester (18 weeks) |
| Month | $41 | 1 month from date of purchase |
| Summer |
$60 |
Summer Only |
| Summer Month |
$25 |
Summer Only |
| Winter Session | $25 | Winter Session Only |
Terms
| Start Date | End Date | |
| Annual | date of purchase | 1 year from date of purchase |
| Academic Year | August 30, 2021 | May 21, 2022 |
| Fall Semester | August 30, 2021 | December 23, 2021 |
| Winter Session | December 27, 2021 | January 23, 2022 |
| Spring Semester | January 18, 2022 | May 21, 2022 |
| Summer | May 24, 2021 | August 28, 2021 |
| Month | date of purchase | 1 month from date of purchase |
Limited to 50 memberships
Benefits
Membership allows same benefits and privileges as students/other members
- Can use all spaces during all open hours
- Can sponsor guests (same rules apply of up to 3 guests)
- Can purchase group fitness membership & rent lockers
- Will receive reduced rates for Outdoor Connection rentals (student/member rate)
- Have access to Mitchell Hall pool during lap swim hours (must bring card to pool)
Alumni must have an Alumni Association membership and present current card to be able to purchase a Rec membership.
Alumni memberships must be purchased in person at the REC Information Counter. Payment options at the REC include cash, check, credit and debit.
Rates
| Term | ||
| Annual |
$316 |
1 year from date of purchase |
| Academic Year | $251 | Fall & Spring Semesters (includes winter session) |
| Semester | $126 | Fall or Spring Semester (18 weeks) |
| Summer |
$60 |
Summer Only (or $25/month for summer) |
| Winter Session | $25 | Winter Session Only |
| Month | $41 | 1 month from date of purchase |
Parking
Must follow University parking rules, policies and procedures.
Guest Pass
Alums are able to purchase a daily guest pass to use the REC according to the following requirements:
- Be a current member of the Alumni Association
- Present current Alumni Association membership card upon each visit
- Pay daily guest fee of $4 and sign waiver
Alumni members who meet the above requirements are able to sponsor up to 3 guests. Guests must pay the appropriate daily fee based on status. Minimum age for using the REC is 16 (exception: climbing wall has no minimum age requirement).
Cost:
$40 per semester
$15 per month
- No refunds
PURCHASE MEMBERSHIP (UNLIMITED CLASSES)
Payment Options
At the Rec Info Counter: Credit/Debit Card, Campus Cash or Student Bill
Fall schedule with instructors listed
Fall 2021 Group Fitness Schedule
| TIME | MON | TUE | WED | THR | FRI |
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| 7:30am | Intro to Strength and Power | ||||
| 7:45am | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | |||
| 12:05pm | |||||
| 12:30pm | Cycle Core | ||||
| 2:15pm | Cardio Kickboxing | Cardio Kickboxing | |||
| 3:30pm | Cycle Barre | ZUMBA® & Core | Cycle Barre | ZUMBA® & Core | |
| 4:30pm | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | |
| 4:45pm | Yoga | Group Strength | Yoga/Meditation | Group Strength | |
| 5:30pm | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | |
| 6:00pm | Group Strength | HIIT it! | Group Strength | HIIT it! | |
| 6:30pm | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | Cycle Core | |
| 7:00pm | ZUMBA® & Core | Yoga Sculpt | Yoga Sculpt | ||
| 8:00pm | Kettlebell Conditioning | Yoga | Kettlebell Conditioning |
Saturdays:
Intro to Strength & Power: 11am
Cycle Core: 12pm
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Cardio Kickboxing Jab, punch & kick your way into a tight strong body to pulsing beats! Instructors will coach you on as you train hard and get results! |
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Cardio Sculpt Fusion Turn up the heat on your workouts! Pulsing beats and moves that will tone and spark metabolism. |
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Cycle Barre Let’s ride and sculpt! This beat pulsing, energized class starts with fast flats, hills and sprints on the bike, followed by barre’ moves off the bike that will build a stronger healthier body all while releasing stress. |
| Cycle Core
Motivating instructors will coach you through an intense ride that includes flats, hills and sprints followed by challenging core work off the bike. This class is for all levels. |
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Group Strength The name of the class says it all ~ gain overall body strength with the use of various equipment to include barbells and dumbbells all while learning the proper technique in this fun group setting. |
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HIIT it! Short of time? Then this high intensity interval training class is for you, it’s efficient, effective and fun! This fierce workout combines cardio, strength moves and core training, helping you get feel fabulous. |
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Intro to Strength & Power Go beyond your traditional class setting and get comfortable in the Fitness Center. Experienced instructors will teach and motivate you through free weight exercises such as barbell squats, deadlifts and explosive Olympic variations. This class is for all levels. |
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Kettlebell Conditioning Up for a challenge? This class is a fusion of strength and cardio all while using a Kettlebell. Dynamic yet controlled movements are performed making it a great strength and cardio workout! If you’re in rut, pick up a Kettlebell. |
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Tabata Short on time but want a kick butt calorie burning workout? This high intensity workout of 20 seconds all out and 10 seconds rest will rev up your metabolism and get you results! |
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Yoga Stressed out? Want to improve overall body strength? Need help with flexibility? Are you anxious or feeling not yourself? This mind, body, & soul class will help reduce stress, improve strength, flexibility and posture, while reducing anxiety and so much more! Sun salutations, breathing work and poses, yoga is for everyone. Whether you’re an athlete, recovering from an injury or just want to get healthier, yoga can help. |
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Yoga Sculpt This hybrid class infuses yoga and strength movements. Designed to give you peace and calm while you strengthen your body. |
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Zumba & Core Groove & sweat to pulsing Latin beats followed by sizzling toning exercises! |
Locker Rentals
Full and half lockers are available for rental in the locker rooms and include a towel service. Lockers must be purchased in person at the REC Information Counter and require a $10 deposit for lock and towel. Rates, including tax (plus $10 deposit):
Prices
| Full Locker | Half Locker | |
| Annual | $70 | $60 |
| Academic Year | $65 | $55 |
| Semester | $32 | $27 |
| Summer | $27 | $22 |
| Month | $14 | $9 |
| Winter Session | $12 | $8 |
Rental Dates
| Start Date | End Date | |
| Annual | date of purchase | 1 year from date of purchase |
| Academic Year | August 30, 2021 | May 22, 2022 |
| Fall Semester | August 30, 2021 | December 26, 2021 |
| Winter Session | December 27, 2021 | January 23, 2022 |
| Spring Semester | January 17, 2022 | May 22, 2022 |
| Summer | May 17, 2021 | August 28, 2021 |
| Month | date of purchase | 1 month from date of purchase |
Deposits:
Deposits are refunded if requested. Please request the refund at the info counter and return your towel and lock. A check will be mailed.