CU Boulder’s recreation centers are great places to meet people, explore new hobbies, and stay active. Here are some things you need to know about heading to the recreation center this fall.
Facility
Both the Main Student Recreation Center and Williams Village Recreation Center are open to full-fee paying students. Each recreation center is equipped with a variety of exercise equipment, including weights, cardio and functional fitness.
The main Student Recreation Center also has a new functional fitness space that will provide additional training areas, along with new equipment, and will be used for a variety of classes, including F45 and CrossFit.
Fitness classes and training
Fitness & Wellness offers group classes and training opportunities to help you stay motivated, find a workout buddy, and work toward your goals. Here are some options to check out this year.
Group Fitness Classes: With a Be Fit Pass, you can join over 65 group fitness classes every week, including yoga, cycling, cardio, strength training, F45 and more. Take advantage of our early bird sale from August 1st to September 3rd.
Mentoring Program: Looking to learn something new or hone a skill in a small group? Sign up for an instructional program in swimming, boxing, CrossFit, dance, martial arts, ice skating and more.
Personal Training: Achieve your fitness goals this year with the help of a certified personal trainer. Work one-on-one with a personal trainer or train with a friend, and even get a fitness assessment through our training services.
Outdoor Adventures
One of the great things about living in Boulder is unfettered access to the great outdoors, and if you’re interested in getting outdoors, Outdoor Pursuits can help you get started or keep it going.
Trips and Courses: Outdoor Pursuits offers trips and courses for activities such as hiking, backpacking, climbing and avalanche safety.
Wilderness Workshop: Learn basic outdoor skills with our Wilderness Workshops. Topics include backcountry cooking, animal tracking, plant identification, survival skills and more.
Equipment Rental: Planning your own outdoor adventure? A wide variety of outdoor equipment is available to rent and take with you. Our Outdoor Equipment Rental Center offers camping, climbing, water and winter gear rentals to all Buff OneCard holders.
Team Sports
Sports are a fun way to stay active, meet new friends, and find community on campus. Here are some ways you can get involved in sports at CU Boulder.
Intramural (IM) sports: The Recreation Center hosts several intramural sports leagues throughout the year. You can register as a team or join a team as a free agent by purchasing a semester or yearly Sports Pass. No experience is required to play and all levels of skill are welcome. Sports passes provide unlimited access to IM sports for $25 per semester or $45 per year.
Sports club: Compete with other universities through sports clubs. CU Boulder currently has 30 men’s, women’s and co-ed teams. Information sessions for each team are held in late August or early September. Please note that tryouts may be required for some teams.
Try something new
Trying new things can help you gain confidence and discover new passions and interests, and Rec offers free, inclusive events and a supportive community to help you get started.
Overall recommendations: Inclusive Rec hosts free events throughout the year to promote inclusion, allyship, and connection—and they’re a ton of fun! Events include activities like hiking, ice skating, adaptive training, and more.
Free Friday Power Hour: Want to take part in a group fitness class but don’t have a Be Fit Pass? The Rec is offering free classes every Friday as part of their Free Friday Power Hour. It’s a great way to try out different types of fitness classes and try something new.
Working at The Rec: Yes, we’re hiring. Apply for a job at a recreation center and gain valuable work experience, leadership skills, camaraderie and even job training.
Follow us on social media: Want to know about upcoming events and how you can get involved? Follow us on Instagram.
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