University Recreation

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).

Be Involved!

There are so many ways to get involved at JMU! With nearly 400 clubs and organizations, there is definitely something for you! Many students find that being involved helps them manage their time better. But, it’s also important to be intentional about not overloading on clubs and organizations. The key is to find a balance where you can be successful academically, have fun socially, and maintain great overall health. You know what you need to function at your best. And, if you find yourself struggling to manage your time, come meet with me! We can discuss goals to get you back on track.

Student Organization Night (SON)

Friday, August 29, 7-9 p.m. @ UREC Upper Turf
Check out the 400+ clubs and organization and take advantage of free food & entertainment!
Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities & Involvement

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Sorority Recruitment begins Thursday, September 4. Not sure if this is for you? Check out the Sorority Recruitment Information Night on August 28 at from 6-8:30 p.m. in Memorial Hall Auditorium. To learn more, see important dates, and register by the August 31 deadline, visit the Sorority Recruitment webpage. Fraternity Recruitment is from September 1-12. For information, check out the Fraternity Recruitment Information Session on September 1 from 7-9 p.m. Grafton-Stovall Theatre.

Sport Clubs & Intramurals

In addition to being a great place to work out, University Recreation (UREC) has a ton of opportunities to play sports competitively or just for fun. Because Sport Clubs require a greater level of commitment than intramurals, most hold tryouts early in the fall or spring semester. Anyone can play an intramural sport. Visit University Park, UREC’s newest outdoor facility, to see the expanded intramural sport fields. You can also check out equipment from UREC to go camping, canoeing or hiking in the beautiful mountains surrounding JMU.