UO Student Recreation Center: Your Ultimate Campus Wellness Hub

The University of Oregon Student Recreation Center (UO SRC) stands as a dynamic hub dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of the campus community. As part of the Department of Physical Education and Recreation, its core mission is to educate, engage, and inspire individuals to embrace active, balanced lifestyles. Opened in 1999 and significantly expanded in 2015, this LEED Platinum certified facility offers an extensive array of resources, programs, and amenities designed to support holistic wellness. Whether you're a student, faculty, staff member, or part of the wider Eugene-Springfield community, the UO Student Recreation Center provides a welcoming environment to pursue your fitness goals and engage in various physical activities. This guide outlines everything you need to know about accessing and maximizing your experience within this state-of-the-art campus recreation facility.

Becoming Part of the UO Rec Community

• Affiliation: Access to the UO Student Recreation Center is primarily for current University of Oregon students, faculty, and staff. Full-time students typically have membership included with their student fees.
• Membership: Non-fee paying students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members can purchase various membership options. Initial membership purchases generally require an in-person visit to the Rec Welcome Desk.
• Identification: A valid UO ID card is required for entry for students and staff. Community members will need a Community Card, obtainable from UO ID Card Services, and a membership or guest pass.
• Guest Passes: Guests without a membership must purchase a day or multi-visit pass to enter. Child day passes are also available at a reduced rate.
• Program Registration: To participate in activity classes or group fitness, a current Rec Center membership or facility access pass is typically required. Specific programs may have additional fees.

Navigating Your Recreation Journey at UO

1. Becoming a Member: Full-time UO students usually have automatic membership through student fees. Other eligible individuals, including non-fee paying students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members, can purchase a membership. Initial membership purchases must be completed in person at the Rec Center Welcome Desk with appropriate identification and proof of eligibility.
2. Online Membership Renewal: Depending on your membership type, renewals can often be processed online or in person.
3. Registering for Group Fitness Classes: To sign up for group fitness classes, you can either use the FusionGO mobile app (available in app stores) or visit the recweb.uoregon.edu online portal. * Through recweb.uoregon.edu: Navigate to recweb.uoregon.edu, select “Sign In” in the top right corner, click on the “Programs” tile, choose “Group Fitness” from the left column, then select your desired format, date, and time. Click “Select” and then “Register” to complete the process. Remember to cancel reservations at least two hours prior to class to avoid fees.
4. Registering for Activity Classes: Faculty, staff, and community members can register for non-credit activity classes. This process typically involves submitting a Request to Enroll form. Once processed by staff, you will receive an email confirmation. Fees are usually charged to your UO billing account. A Rec Center membership is required.
5. Accessing the Facility: Once you have an active membership or pass, you gain entry by scanning your valid UO ID card or using the PE and Rec app at the facility entrance.

Exploring the Vibrant Spaces of UO Rec

• Extensive Fitness Areas: Over 45,000 square feet dedicated to strength and cardio training, including free weights, functional training zones, and more than 150 cardio machines.
• Aquatics Complex: Features a 12-lane, 25-yard competition pool, a recreation pool, and a 16-person hot tub. Offers lap swimming, recreational activities, and family swim times.
• Group Fitness Studios: Dedicated spaces for over 70 weekly group fitness classes such as yoga, Zumba, F45, cycling, and boxing.
• Climbing & Bouldering Walls: A 30-foot indoor climbing wall and a 20-foot bouldering wall provide year-round challenges.
• Sports Courts & Fields: 11 multi-purpose courts for sports like basketball, volleyball, badminton, and pickleball, alongside indoor and outdoor tennis facilities. Four synthetic turf fields and two natural turf fields support sports such as soccer, lacrosse, rugby, and flag football.
• Outdoor Program (OP) Rental Barn: Offers gear rental for outdoor adventures, including camping equipment, rafts, kayaks, and bikes. Also hosts the UO Bike Program for bike loans and basic maintenance.
• Locker & Equipment Issue: Lockers are available for personal belongings, and equipment like towels, basketballs, and racquets can be checked out.
• Community & Family Programs: Provides Duck Trails summer camps and designated family recreation times, allowing access to pools, tracks, fields, and courts.

Resolving Access Concerns at the Rec Center

Ensuring a Safe and Inclusive Recreation Experience

• 🔒 Inclusive Environment: The Student Recreation Center is dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone, offering accommodations for people of all abilities.
• 🔒 Accessible Features: The facility boasts ADA accessible equipment and spaces, including pool lifts, adapted changing areas, and wide aisles in fitness rooms. Trained staff are available to assist as needed.
• 🔒 Equipment & Lockers: Secure your personal belongings in lockers available throughout the facility. Locks are provided or you can bring your own. Equipment such as towels and sports gear can be checked out at the Equipment Issue desk.
• 🔒 Staff Assistance: Highly trained staff members are on-site to assist with equipment, spotting, and general inquiries, ensuring a safe exercise environment.
• 🔒 Service Animals Welcome: Service dogs are permitted within the facility.
• 🔒 ID Card Policy: Misuse or abuse of your UO ID card for facility access can lead to denied entry and potential loss of future access.

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