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).
SUSPENDED TO FURTHER NOTICE!
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.
SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
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: $66 entire summer or $30/month
Winter Session 2020-2021: $25
The fee is based on the operational costs of the REC.
Summer: expires Sept. 5, 2020
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 $40/month or $325/annual.
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) |
| Summer |
$66 |
Summer Only (or $30/month for summer) |
| Winter Session | $25 | Winter Session Only |
| Month | $41 | 1 month from date of purchase |
Terms
| Start Date | End Date | |
| Annual | date of purchase | 1 year from date of purchase |
| Academic Year | August 31, 2020 | May 22, 2021 |
| Fall Semester | August 31, 2020 | December 23, 2020 |
| Winter Session | December 28, 2020 | January 31, 2021 |
| Spring Semester | January 25, 2021 | May 22, 2021 |
| Summer | May 24, 2021 | August 14, 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 |
$66 |
Summer Only (or $30/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).
Part of our Play Safer Initiative includes offering a no-risk purchase guarantee for all Group Fitness Memberships (semester or month). No risk means that if there is a need to close the REC and discontinue in-person classes, each member will only pay for the weeks we were open (pro-rated).
Group Fitness Free Week is February 1 to February 6. Come and try a class for free. Registration is required.
COST - Current members will receive special pricing
Early bird: January 18 to February 6th
Only $35 for semester
Normal Cost:
$40 per semester
$15 per month
Payment Options
At the Rec Info Counter: Credit/Debit Card, Campus Cash or Student Bill
Rec Portal: Credit/Debit Card
Student Bill Online Form: will be processed the next business day. If access is wanted immediately, please visit the online portal or go to the info counter at the Rec.
REGISTRATION
NEW and IMPROVED Class Registration: can be booked 2 days prior to class.
SAFETY MEASURES
The in-person max capacity for all classes has been reduced. (18 maximum per class for cycling and 21 maximum per class for the aerobics room)
Each person gets a 10'x10' (100 square feet) personal workout space
Members must pre-register before attending a class. If you can't make it, please cancel so others can use your area.
Spring 2021 Group Fitness Schedule
| TIME | MON | TUE | WED | THR | FRI |
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| 7:30am | Zumba & Core | Zumba & Core | |||
| 7:45am | Cycle | Cycle | |||
| 12:05pm | Tabata | Tabata |
Cardio Sculpt Fusion |
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| 12:30pm | Cycle | ||||
| 2:15pm | Cardio Kickboxing | Cardio Kickboxing | |||
| 3:30pm | ZUMBA & Core | HIIT it! | ZUMBA & Core | ||
| 4:15pm | Cycle | Cycle | Cycle | Cycle | |
| 4:45pm | HIIT it! | Barre, Bells, Body Sculpt | Yoga | Barre, Bells, Body Sculpt | |
| 5:30pm | Cycle | Cycle | Cycle | Cycle | |
| 6:00pm | Group Strength | HIIT it! | Group Strength | Insanity | |
| 6:45pm | Cycle | Cycle | Cycle | Cycle | |
| 7:15pm | ZUMBA & Core | Yoga Sculpt | ZUMBA & Core | Yoga Sculpt | |
| 8:30pm | Kettlebell Conditioning | Yoga | Kettlebell Conditioning | Yoga |
Saturdays:
Bootcamp: 11am
Cycling: 12pm
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Barre This full body workout inspired by ballet, yoga, Pilates and resistance exercises will sculpt and tone your body while burning major calories. |
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Barre, Bells, Body Sculpt This “BEST” of exercise class utilizes movements from Barre, Pilates, Group Strength, & Kettlebells and is designed specifically to precisely prune & tweak your muscles giving you absolute results!! |
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Boot camp A mix of traditional cardio and strength exercises that is challenging but gets you results you want. |
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Cardio Kickbox 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 help tighten and tone your body and spark your metabolism. |
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Cycle An intense ride that includes flats, hills and sprints followed by a sculpting ab workout. Turn up the heat on your workouts! Pulsing beats and moves that will help tighten and tone your body and spark your metabolism. |
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Group Strength The name of the class says it all ~ gain overall body strength while learning the proper techniques of lifting weights in a group setting. |
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HIIT it! Short of time & want to boost your metabolism & blast calories? Then this high intensity interval training class is for you! This fierce yet fun workout combines similar class types, strength moves, & core training, helping you get results & feel fabulous. |
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Insanity This life changing, incredible body fitness workout is the number one workout in the planet! A mixture of high intensity athletic drills and total body conditioning exercises that get you fast results. |
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Kettlebell Conditioning Up for a challenge? Try our new Kettlebell class!! This class is a fusion of toning, strength and traditional cardio exercises 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, posture, reduce 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 sculpting movements. Designed to give you peace and calm while you tone and strengthen your body. |
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Zumba 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 31, 2020 | May 22, 2021 |
| Fall Semester | August 31, 2020 | December 23, 2020 |
| Winter Session | December 28, 2020 | January 31, 2021 |
| Spring Semester | January 23, 2021 | May 22, 2021 |
| Summer | Currently Closed | TBD |
| 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.