Motivating Madison into Motion
University Recreation (UREC) promotes and advances healthy lifestyles through participation opportunities, educational experiences and supportive services. Your valid JACard is required to enter UREC and University Park.Now is a great time to start (or continue) some good habits related to your health and wellness! And, with midterms right around the corner, don’t neglect your fitness as an awesome stress reliever. Vigorous physical activity can help you burn off your stress by giving you something else to focus on and relieving tension in your muscles. Endorphins are real: they make you feel better!
In addition to the great fitness center and facilities, UREC offers many programs, services, and events for all students at all ability and interest levels. Take advantage of these amazing opportunities and services, including Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Group Fitness, Adventure Trips, Equipment Rental, Nutrition, Massage, and more!
And, this year JMU is one of a handful of schools nationwide participating in the Outdoor Nation Campus Challenge, sponsored by North Face. Check out this Breeze article to learn more about how you can help JMU win and you can win great prizes!
Find Your Place at UREC
Learn more about all the educational programs and events on the UREC homepage. Registration dates and costs vary by program, but most are FREE! (UREC offers online registration for Intramural Sports, Group Fitness and all non-fee based programs. In-person registration for fee-based programs is available at UREC using FLEX).