Campus Recreation (Student Recreation Center)

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Located in the Student Recreation Center, the Department of Campus Recreation provides a wide variety of recreational services for the University including intramural sports, fitness programs, informal recreation, club sports, team building, challenge course and outdoor recreation. The Rec Center covers 87,000 square feet and includes a 38' indoor climbing wall, a three court gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, soccer and badminton, a jogging track, racquetball courts, a weight room that includes Cybex and free weights, exercise areas that include bikes (upright and recumbent), elliptical trainers, treadmills, stairsteppers, rowers, cross country skiers, and stair climbers. The second floor aerobic area includes four televisions for workout entertainment. The Department also employs a large number of students as facility supervisors, fitness instructors, lifeguards, graphic artists, intramural officials, office receptionists, outdoor rental center supervisors, climbing wall monitors, and outdoor trip leaders.

Additionally, the University's swimming pool, golf course, tennis courts, and outside fields are available for informal recreation throughout the day. In the Spring of 1999 the new recreation fields were opened with the expectation of lighting for the fields to become available during Spring 2000.

A schedule of building hours and program information can be obtained at the Student Recreation Center or by calling the recorded information line at 336/334-3060.

The Fitness Program offers numerous opportunities for individuals to participate in aerobic classes, which are held in the fitness studio (on a daily basis), at the Student Recreation Center and in the Rosenthal Pool for the aqua aerobics classes. The Individual Fitness Program (IFP) offers a personalized program that includes fitness assessment, evaluation, goal setting, and recommendations regarding on-going fitness activities. Non-credit activity classes have become popular additions to the Fitness Program and include Yoga, and Tai Chi Chuan. For participants needing a little assistance and motivation, Personal Trainers are also available, for a small fee, through the receptionist on the fourth floor of the Rec Center.

The Outdoor Adventures Program is comprised of outdoor trips and an outdoor equipment rental center. Both program components are located on the first floor of the Rec Center entering on the East Side of the building. The trip program offers river and sea kayaking, hiking, and rock climbing. For a personal trip in the outdoors, basic equipment for hiking and camping is available at the Rental Center. The Center also offers maps and roller blades for day and weekend use.

The Challenge Course Program, located at Piney Lake, involves a system of low and high elements, which are used to enhance the facilitation of activities that strengthen team building skills, improve self-esteem, and develop positive group dynamics. Trained facilitators assist the group through out the events to ensure a productive and fun 1/2 day or dueling set of activities. If you are interested in bringing a group to this exciting program, call 334-5924 for more information.

The Edge is a 38' indoor climbing wall located in the north end of the Student Recreation Center. Climbing is free to students and Rec Center members with a requirements of a belay and safety class. The wall provides climate-controlled rock climbing with challenges for the beginner as well as the most advanced climbers.

Intramural sports for men and women include volleyball, basketball, flag football, racquetball, indoor and outdoor soccer, softball, tennis, and three-on-three basketball. A co-rec program, which involves men and women participating on the same team or as a doubles entry, includes virtually all aforementioned sports. The Office of Campus Recreation also sponsors special events that include the Alumni Run, Faculty/Staff/Student golf tournaments, and the Jitters Jog.

Club sports are offered for interested students in Equestrian, Men's and Women's Soccer, Men's and Women's Volleyball, Rugby, and Martial Arts. Students interested in forming a club are invited to contact the Assistant Director for Club Sports at 334-5924.

UNCG students, faculty, staff, alumni and their spouses are encouraged to join the Student Recreation Center for many great fitness and recreational opportunities.