REC SPORTS spring 2018 guide
RECREATIONAL SPORTS DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
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FACILITY HOURS
spring 2018 | january 16 - april 30 Note: Facilities may have reduced hours or be closed on holiday weekends and around spring break. Visit https://recsports.tamu.edu/facilities/ for the most current Rec Sports facility hours. STUDENT RECREATION CENTER
979.845.7826
Monday - Thursday
6am - 12am
Friday
6am - 11pm
Saturday
8am - 11pm
Sunday
12pm - 12am
Children ages 13 and under are allowed to use the Rec Sports facilities under adult supervision during the following times:*
Monday - Thursday
6am - 10am (must enter by 9am) 6am - 10am (must enter by 9am) & 5pm - 11pm
Saturday
8am - 11pm
Sunday
12pm - 12am
Children ages 14 - 17 are able to use the Rec Sports facilities at any time under adult supervision. Additionally, all children ages 14 - 17, are required to show photo identification in order to use the facility. For additional questions regarding family usage, please contact the Member Services desk at 979.845.7826. *Family usage for children ages 13 and under is extended to normal operating hours during Texas A&M University published holidays and semester breaks.
NATATORIUM 979.862.4968 Monday - Thursday
6am - 11:30pm
Friday
6am - 10:30pm
Saturday
8am - 10:30pm
Sunday
12pm - 11:30pm
CAIN OUTDOOR POOL (Weather Permitting) 979.862.4968 Open by Spring Break PENBERTHY REC SPORTS COMPLEX Monday - Thursday
TBD 979.862.3426
5pm - 10pm (or until intramural games finish)
Friday
4pm - 10pm
Saturday
12pm - 8pm
Sunday
Sunday - Thursday OMAR SMITH INSTRUCTIONAL TENNIS CENTER Monday - Thursday Friday - Saturday
FAMILY USE HOURS
Friday
PEAP BUILDING
4pm - 10pm (or until intramural games finish)
Sunday
979.845.2624 5pm - 11pm
979.458.4607 6pm - 10pm 4pm - 8pm 4pm - 10pm
Limited court availability on Monday nights before 7:30pm because of an academic class
OUTDOOR RENTAL CENTER AND BIKE HUB
979.845.7035
Monday
10am - 6pm*
Tuesday - Thursday
12pm - 6pm*
Friday Saturday Sunday
10am - 6pm* 10am** - 3pm 12pm - 6pm*
*Hours at the Rental Center extend to 7pm beginning Thursday, March 8. **Rental Center opens at 9am on Saturdays beginning March 10.
INDOOR CLIMBING FACILITY Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday INDOOR CLIMBING FACILITY RESOURCE DESK Monday - Friday
979.845.4511 2pm - 11pm 1pm - 6pm 979.845.4511 10am - 2pm
Also open during regular Indoor Climbing Facility hours.
BOULDERING WALL
979.845.4511
Open to Rec members ages 18 and over any time the Student Recreation Center is open. Boulderers will be issued a pass for boulder wall use after signing a waiver and watching a safety video at Equipment Etc. or the Outdoor Adventures Resource Desk. All boulderers under age 18 must have a legal guardian sign their waiver before climbing. When bouldering, all climbers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Facility Hours
2
Rec Top Ten
4
Intramural Sports
6
Aquatics 8 Strength & Conditioning
9
Personal Training
10
Sport Clubs
12
Outdoor Adventures
14
Outdoor Equipment Rental
16
Indoor Climbing
17
Specialty Programs
18
Group RecXercise
19A
Specialty Classes
19B
Fitness Events and Certifications
20
CPR 21 Employment 21 Walk of Champions
21
Massage Therapy
22
Banquet Services
23
Facilities 24 Membership & Services
26
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TOP TEN things to know about the rec ONE. Most currently-enrolled students are already members! Just show your ID for access to the Rec Center, PEAP Building, Penberthy Rec Sports Complex, and Omar Smith Instructional Tennis Center. TWO. Don’t be a victim of theft! Lock your personal belongings in one of our FREE day lockers. THREE. See page 9 to find out about the policies you will need to know in order to work out in the Strength & Conditioning Room. FOUR. For questions regarding Rec Sports membership and services, see pages 26-27 or ask our friendly staff at the Member Services desk. FIVE. Please observe all Rec Sports policies, which can be found online at recsports.tamu.edu. Check out each area’s page for more specific policies regarding those areas. SIX. Unreserved courts and fields are available on a first-come, first-served basis. SEVEN. Non-marking shoes are required on all hardwood courts and the tennis courts. EIGHT. Please respect the privacy of others and refrain from photographing individuals in the facility. NINE. Only beverages in plastic, resealable containers are allowed in the Rec Center and PEAP Building. Food is only allowed in the lounge area in each building. TEN. Have fun!
PUBLICATION STAFF Marketing Director: Michelle Briggs
Graphic Designers: Mariela Garcia Maggie Talbot J.J. Handy
MISSION The mission of the Department of Recreational Sports is to provide quality programs, services and facilities to a diverse Texas A&M community. We encourage the lifelong pursuit of active, healthy lifestyles, and we enhance student learning and development by providing leadership and employment opportunities.
CORE VALUES Modeling a Balanced, Healthy Lifestyle Integrity Service Respect Quality Leadership
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Assistant Director of Communications: Kelly VonDrehle
Photographers: Chad Ely Mereyah Cage Kyle Flaherty A.J. Seely Chris Riggins
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INTRAMURAL SPORTS SPRING 2018 SCHEDULE TEAM SPORTS SPORT/EVENT
*REGISTRATION DAY
PLAY BEGINS
ENTRY FEE
5-on-5 Basketball
Mon., Jan. 29
Mon., Feb. 5
$80.00
Outdoor Soccer
Mon., Jan. 29
Mon., Feb. 5
$80.00
4-on-4 Flag Football
Mon., Feb. 5
Mon., Feb. 12
$50.00
Softball
Mon., Feb. 5
Mon., Feb. 12
$80.00
6-on-6 Indoor Volleyball
Mon., Feb. 12
Mon., Feb. 19
$80.00
Ultimate Sundays
Mon., Feb. 12
Sun., Feb. 18
$25.00
Dodgeball Wednesdays
Mon., Feb. 12
Wed., Feb. 21
$25.00
Battleship
Mon., Mar. 19
Thurs., Mar. 22
$25.00
Kickball Thursdays
Mon., Mar. 19
Thurs., Mar. 22
$25.00
TOURNAMENTS SPORT/EVENT
*REGISTRATION DAY
PLAY BEGINS
ENTRY FEE
Racquetball (weekend tourney)
Mon., Apr. 9
Fri., Apr. 13
$5.00
Table Tennis (weekend tourney)
Mon., Apr. 9
Fri., Apr. 13
$5.00
INDIVIDUAL/DUAL EVENTS SPORT/EVENT
*REGISTRATION DAY
PLAY BEGINS
ENTRY FEE
Tennis Tuesdays
Mon., Feb. 12
Tue., Feb. 20
$5.00
REGISTER ONLINE AT HTTPS://IMLEAGUES.COM/TAMU FROM 12PM - 6PM ON DAYS LISTED. *The registration process for intramural sports will be conducted completely online. Payment will only be accepted with a credit card. If you are unable to pay by credit card, you will need to come to the intramural office prior to the online registration period to pay by cash to be able to sign up online.
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OUTDOOR SOCCER Played at the Penber thy Rec Spor ts Complex on both natural and ar tificial tur f, this spor t is of fered for Men’s, Women’s, Co-ed, Fraternit y, and Corps leagues. Each team is comprised of 8 players on the field. Soccer is governed by NFHS rules with Texas A&M modifications. 4 -ON- 4 FL AG FOOTBALL Played at the Penber thy Rec Spor ts Complex on the grass fields, this spor t is of fered for Men’s, Women’s, and Co-ed leagues. Each team is comprised of 4 players on the field. 4-on- 4 flag football is a complete passing game with no pass rush and a time clock to throw a pass. This is flag football governed by the NIRSA Flag and Touch Football Rules with Texas A&M modifications and is a minimal contact spor t. SOFTBALL Played at the Penber thy Rec Spor ts Complex on natural grass tur f, this spor t is of fered for Men’s, Women’s, and Co-ed leagues only during the spring. Each team is comprised of 10 players (may use additional hitter to bat 11 players). Co-ed teams are comprised of 5 players of each gender (may use two additional hitters to bat 12 players). Gloves are available for checkout and Rec Spor ts provides bats for teams to use. All par ticipants are welcome to bring their own, legal equipment. 6 -ON- 6 INDOOR VOLLEYBALL Played at the Student Recreation Center, this spor t is of fered for Men’s, Women’s, and Co-ed leagues. Each team is comprised of 6 players (3 of each gender for co-ed teams). Games are governed by NFHS rules. ULTIMATE SUNDAYS Played at the Penber thy Rec Spor ts Complex on tur f fields, Ultimate will be of fered in an open format. Teams consist of seven players with any make-up of males/females on the team. This spor t is self-of ficiated under the super vision of an intramural super visor. All games will be played on Sundays throughout the spring semester. 4 -ON- 4 DODGEBALL WEDNESDAYS Played at the Student Recreation Center racquetball cour ts, this intense, yet fun event features best 3 out of 5 games to win. All games will be played on Wednesdays throughout the spring semester. BAT TLESHIP This intramural spor t is played in one of the pools at the Student Recreation Center and will feature teams that can be made up of any combination of male of female players. All teams will be in the same league no matter the number of each gender. Teams will consist of no more and no less then 4 players. All par ticipants in this spor t should be able to swim and must wear proper pool attire. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PL AY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHTS FOR T WO WEEKS. KICKBALL THURSDAYS Played at the Penber thy Rec Spor ts Complex, this league will be comprised of Men’s, Women’s, and Co-ed teams. Teams consist of 8 players (co-ed teams may not have more than 4 of one gender on the field). All games will be played on Thursdays throughout the spring semester. R ACQUETBALL, TABLE TENNIS, AND TENNIS These special events will be of fered for a singles and doubles tournament. Format and leagues will be determined based on the number of entries.
FREE AGENTS If you do not have a team but would like to join one, you can sign yourself up on imleagues.com/tamu. Once on the website you can list yourself as a free agent in as many divisions within a league as you would like. You will be visible to all members of the site and can request to join teams, or you can provide information about yourself so teams can request to add you to their team. This does not guarantee that you will be invited to join a team. Click the sport and league you wish to sign up in. For each division in which you are available to play, click the ‘register/sign up’ button to the right and select ‘FREE AGENT.’ Enter all necessary information and select ‘post listing.’ Sign up for as many divisions as you want, but you may only join one single gender and one co-ed team per sport.
INTRAMURAL OFFICIALS INTRAMURAL SPORTS IS HIRING! PAY = $9.00/HOUR! Intramural Sports is HIRING! Interested in becoming an intramural official? You will make new friends, work flexible hours, and earn money. Each year, the intramural department hires over 200 student officials for the intramural program. Officials in each sport go through a paid training program. Training occurs over a two-week period before play begins and includes classroom sessions along with on-site clinics. In the classroom, sports rules and officiating techniques are discussed and reviewed. The clinics consist of veteran officials demonstrating proper court/field coverage and scrimmage games. Please come to one of the following information sessions for the sport you may be interested in. GIG’EM AGGIES!
OFFICIALS ORIENTATION MEETINGS BASKETBALL Jan. 17 7pm SRC 2229
OUTDOOR SOCCER Jan. 17 7pm SRC 2229
SOFTBALL Jan. 22 7pm SRC 1130
FLAG FOOTBALL Jan. 22 7pm SRC 1130
VOLLEYBALL Jan. 29 7pm SRC 1130
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE INTRAMURAL HELP DESK 979.862.1884 // im@rec.tamu.edu
“This has truly been one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I have gained so many skills from this job that I can carry on after graduating.”
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5 -ON-5 BASKETBALL Played at the Student Recreation Center, this spor t is of fered for Men’s, Women’s, and Co-ed leagues. Each team is comprised of 5 players (3 female/2 male for coed). Basketball is governed by NFHS rules with Texas A&M modifications.
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AQUATICS PROGRAM
SESSIONS OFFERED
MEETS
TIME
LOCATION
COST PER SESSION
Adult Learn To Swim
Jan. 17 - Feb. 12 Feb. 19 - Mar. 7 Mar. 19 - Apr. 11 Jan. 16 - Feb. 8 Feb. 20 - Mar. 8 Mar. 20 - Apr. 12
M-W M-W M-W T - TH T - TH T - TH
7:30pm - 8:30pm
Instructional Pool
$60*/$72**
Master ’s Program
Jan. 16 - May 25
M-F F
5:30pm - 7pm 6:30am - 8am
50M Pool
Lifeguard Training 1
Feb. 26 - Mar. 6
M-W SAT
6pm - 10pm 10am - 7pm
Classroom
$225*/$270**
Lifeguard Training 2
May 12 - 17
SAT SUN - TH
10am - 6pm 3pm - 7:30pm
Classroom
$225*/$270**
Lifeguard Review
Jan. 27 Feb. 5 & 6 Mar. 19 - 20
SAT M - TUE M - TUE
9am - 7pm 5:30pm - 10pm 5:30pm - 10pm
Classroom
$90*/$108**
Basic SCUBA Check Out Dives
Mar. 26 - Apr. 5 Apr. 7 - 8
M - TH SAT & SUN
6pm - 10pm All Day Both Days
Classroom Blue Lagoon, Huntsville, T X
$350*/$420**
Basic SCUBA Referral
Apr. 7 - 8 Apr. 21 - 22 Apr. 28 - 29
SAT & SUN
All Day Both Days
Blue Lagoon, Huntsville, TX Lake Travis, Austin, TX Blue Lagoon, Huntsville, TX
$250*/$300**
Advanced SCUBA Check Out Dives
Apr. 17 - 18 Apr. 21 - 22
TUE & WED SAT & SUN
6pm - 10pm All Day Both Days
Classroom Lake Travis, Austin, T X
$325*/$390**
Advanced SCUBA Referral
Apr. 21 - 22
SAT & SUN
All Day Both Days
Lake Travis, Austin, T X
$275*/$330**
Rescue SCUBA Check Out Dives
Apr. 24 - 25 Apr. 28 - 29
TUE & WED SAT & SUN
6pm - 10pm All Day Both Days
Classroom Blue Lagoon, Huntsville, T X
$325*/$390**
Rescue SCUBA Referral
Apr. 28 - 29
SAT & SUN
All Day Both Days
Blue Lagoon, Huntsville, TX
$275*/$330**
Learn to Swim***
Jan 21 - Feb 25 (no class on Feb. 18) Mar. 25 - Apr. 29 (no class on Apr. 22)
SUN
1pm - 4:15pm
Instructional Pool
$40*/$48**
$130*/$156** (SEMESTER)
*Member price; **non-member price. Visit our website for class descriptions. Register at Member Services or online at https://recconnect.tamu.edu. ***Registration only available at Member Services. See website for levels and times. Private Swim Lessons: Please contact Ellen Shannon at eshannon@rec.tamu.edu for more details.
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REFUND POLICY: A full refund (100%) may be requested up to 3 days prior to the start of class. A partial (80%) refund can be requested 3-0 days before the start of class. A doctors note will be required for 100% refund requests less than 3 days prior to the start date due to illness.
ENTRANCE POLICIES ONE. An appropriate towel is required for each patron to enter the Strength & Conditioning Room. No sharing. Articles of clothing, etc. cannot be substituted for a towel. Patrons are required to bring a dry towel to wipe down strength training equipment, pads/upholstery, and cardiovascular machines after use. TWO. Closed toe athletic shoes are required to work out in the Strength & Conditioning Room. Sperry type shoes, loafers, slip-ons, slides, sandals, boots, or other hard-soled shoes are not allowed. Shoes must be worn at ALL times. THREE. Appropriate athletic attire must be worn to work out in the Strength & Conditioning Room: i.e. no jeans, khakis, or cargo type shorts/pants may be worn. Shorts and pants cannot have metal buttons or rivets on them due to the potential damage to the equipment they may cause. FOUR. No backpacks, gym bags, purses, helmets, rackets, skateboards, long boards, etc. are allowed in the Strength & Conditioning Room. Free day lockers are located outside the room and in various other locations around the Student Recreation Center for your convenience. FIVE. Only beverages that are in plastic, resealable containers are allowed. SIX. Persons under 14 years of age may not enter or use the Strength & Conditioning Room or any other strength or cardio equipment located throughout the Student Recreation Center. A parent or guardian must accompany dependents from the ages of 14 to 17 and must always be in very close proximity to them while they are in the Strength & Conditioning Room and/or utilizing any strength or cardio equipment within the Student Recreation Center.
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*For a full listing of all Strength & Conditioning Room policies, please visit: http://recsports.tamu.edu/ strength-conditioning/. Or, pick up a list at the desk inside the Strength & Conditioning Room.
Members of our Strength & Conditioning staff are always available and willing to answer questions, teach you how to properly use equipment, or even spot you if needed!
RENOVATED STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SPACE Our Strength & Conditioning Room is now more than 32,000 square feet in size and houses some of the best, most innovative equipment on the market. If you are looking for a fun, upbeat atmosphere with plent y of staff that are here to help you, this is the place to be!
STRENGTH TRAINING More than 10,0 0 0 square feet of free weight space outfitted with 26 custom Po w e r L i f t R a c k s , 9 i n l a i d p l a t f o r m s , 115 p a i r s o f d u m b b e l l s , ke t t l e b e l l s , leg presses, combo pulleys, and a full line of Hammer Streng th plate loaded equipment. Large turf “movement area” with equipment such as sleds , ket tle bells , medicine balls, stabilit y balls, bat tle ropes, plyo boxes, foam rollers, and more! Dedicated Personal and Small Group Tr a i n i n g S u i t e w i t h b o t h t r a d i t i o n a l and specialized equipment for exclusive and unique workout experiences for our personal and small group training clients. For any questions concerning the Streng th & Conditioning Room, please contact Jerod Wilson at jwilson@rec.tamu.edu.
CARDIO Almost 100 pieces of cardio equipment f r o m Te c h n o g y m , W o o d w a y, a n d FreeMotion including treadmills, incline trainers, skillmills, ellipticals, climbers/ s t e p m i l l s , s p i n b i ke s , u p r i g h t b i ke s , recumbent bikes and other unique pieces of equipment. Most pieces of cardio equipment have technologically advanced consoles that include T V, internet, and additional app capabilities. Large HD T Vs throughout the room with most pieces of cardio equipment having their own personal viewing screens. We also have areas on the second and third floors of the Student Recreation Center w h e re a d ditio nal c ar dio e quip m e nt such as ellipticals, rowers, arc trainers, recumbent bikes , spin bikes , and a functional trainer can be found.
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PERSONAL TRAINING Let our nationally-certified personal trainers develop a comprehensive exercise program specifically for you! Our personal trainers can assess your fitness goals, develop a workout plan for you, teach you how to properly perform resistance training and cardiovascular conditioning exercises, and keep you motivated. To register for personal training services, visit the Member Services Desk or call 979-458-1027.
PERSONAL AND SMALL GROUP TRAINING SUITE Inside the recently renovated and expanded Strength & Conditioning Room is the new Personal and Small Group Training Suite, fully dedicated to our personal training program and clientele. Personal training clients will no longer face waiting in line for access to equipment or struggling to find space to complete their workouts efficiently and effectively. With our new Personal and Small Group Training Suite, clients will have access to an exclusive, exciting training environment with some of the best equipment in the industry, including Technogym Kinesis, TRX suspension units, customized rack systems, Power Block dumbbells, Skillmills, Incline Trainers, kettle bells, medicine balls and more! In addition, personal training clients will still have full access to our entire Strength & Conditioning Room and equipment during sessions with their trainers and when they come in to use the facility on their own.
PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGES
PARTNER SESSIONS
(ONE TRAINER & ONE CLIENT)
(ONE TRAINER WITH A MAX OF TWO CLIENTS)
3 sessions
$90
3 sessions
$145 $210
5 sessions
$140
5 sessions
10 Sessions (includes 2 fitness assessments)
$245
10 Sessions $370 (includes 2 fitness assessments)
15 Sessions (includes 2 fitness assessments)
$345
15 Sessions $490 (includes 2 fitness assessments)
BODY COMPOSITION & FITNESS ASSESSMENTS BODY COMPOSITION ASSESSMENT Have you ever wondered what your body fat percentage is and how much lean mass you have? Find out with our body composition testing. Our experienced staff will measure your body fat percentage and give you the data you need in order to take the next step to a healthier you! FITNESS ASSESSMENTS Wondering how fit you are? Our integrated fitness assessment includes mobility and stability screening as well as measuring body fat percentage, circumferences, resting heart rate, blood pressure, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility. This assessment will serve as the foundation upon which a program focusing specifically on your individual needs and goals can be designed. Body Composition Assessment
$10
Integrated Fitness Assessment (purchased separately)
$30
Integrated Fitness Assessment (added to a 3 or 5 session personal training package)
$20
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SMALL GROUP TRAINING Do you enjoy exercising in a group environment but still need some extra guidance and motivation? If so, our small group training program may be perfect for you! With our new Personal and Small Group Training Suite, small group training clients will have access to an exclusive, exciting, environment with some of the best equipment in the industry. Take advantage of our FREE “try before you buy” weeks that occur just before each Small Group Training Session begins. If you are interested in learning more, or have any questions, contact: Zach Ganger | 979-862-7443 | zganger@rec.tamu.edu.
BECOME A REC SPORTS PERSONAL TRAINER SESSION 1 MEETS
TIME
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
COST
PROGRAMS
DATES
FREE WEEK
Jan. 22 - 26
High Intensit y Training
Jan. 29 - Mar. 2
M/ W
6:30am
Jan. 27
$100 (10 sessions)
Intro to Resistance Training
Jan. 29 - Mar. 2
T/ TH
5:30pm
Jan. 27
$100 (10 sessions)
FREE
SESSION 2
Rec Sports will be offering our Personal Trainer Certification Prep Course during the Spring 2018 semester! This semester long course will help prepare participants to take the nationally accredited American Council on Exercise (ACE) personal trainer exam. Course participants will receive a discount on exam registration upon course completion! If you are serious about becoming certified and potentially working as a personal trainer for Rec Sports, or if you have questions about our Personal Training Prep Course, please contact: Zach Ganger | 979-862-7443 | zganger@rec.tamu.edu.
PT PREP COURSE (FREE INFO MEETING: JAN. 23 | 7:00 PM | ROOM 255) CLASS DATES
TIME
LOCATION
Jan. 28
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
Feb. 11
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
FREE
Feb. 18
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
Mar. 24
$100 (10 sessions)
Feb. 25
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
Mar. 18
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
5:30pm
Mar. 24
$100 (10 sessions)
Mar. 25
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
6:30am
Mar. 24
$100 (10 sessions)
Apr. 8
T/ TH
Apr. 15
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
T/ TH
5:30pm
Mar. 24
$100 (10 sessions)
Apr. 22
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
Apr. 29
4pm - 7pm
Room 255
PROGRAMS
DATES
MEETS
TIME
FREE WEEK
Mar. 16 - Mar. 23
High Intensit y Training
Mar. 26 - Apr. 27
M/ W
6:30am
Athletic Per formance Training
Mar. 26 - Apr. 27
M/ W
Training for Weight Loss
Mar. 26 - Apr. 27
Intro to Resistance Training
Mar. 26 - Apr. 27
For more detailed descriptions on Small Group Training, please visit our website.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
COST
Spots Limited. *Member price; **non-member price.
COST
$125*/$150**
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SPORT CLUBS The Texas A&M Sport Clubs Association provides the opportunity to compete against clubs from other collegiate institutions at the state, regional, or national level in 36 different sports, and allows members to learn or enhance their skills in a recreational setting. Each club is administered by students, has practice times and facilities, and receives some monetary support. To help subsidize the cost of travel and equipment, clubs may charge dues and participate in fund-raising activities. While the Sport Clubs staff and the Department of Recreational Sports assist clubs in securing needed funds, facilities and equipment, the emphasis is on student leadership and development. Students are directly responsible for all aspects of operating and managing a successful, competitive organization. As a result, Sport Clubs present a unique opportunity for students to develop both athletic and leadership abilities. Since 1974, the Sport Clubs program has captured over 250 overall team and single-event national championships and hundreds of conference championships. For more information, the names of current club representatives, and Sport Clubs event schedules, visit the Sport Clubs Office in the Rec Center (room 250), call 979.862.1996, e-mail sportclubs@rec.tamu.edu, or visit our website at recsports.tamu.edu.
CLUB
SOCIAL MEDIA
Archer y @TAMUArcher y Baseball
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Basketball @TAMUclub_bball Bowling @TAMUBowling Cheer Squad Climbing Team Crew
@TAMUCheerSquad The Texas A&M Climbing Club @tamucrew
Cycling @tamucycling Fencing
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Golf @TAMUClubGolf Gymnastics Ice Hockey
@TAMU_Gymnastics @tamuicehockey
Judo @TAMUJudoClub Men’s Lacrosse Women’s Lacrosse
@TexasAggieLax @tamuwlax
Paintball @TAMUPaintball Pistol Polo
@TAMUpistol @TAMUpolo
Powerlif ting
@AggieLif ting
Racquetball
Texas A&M Racquetball Club
Men’s Rugby Women’s Rugby Sailing Men’s Soccer Women’s Soccer
@aggierugby @tamuwr fc @TAMUSailing @TAMUMensSoccer @tamuclubsoccer
Taekwondo @TAMU_TKD Trap and Skeet
@TAMUTrapSkeet
Triathlon
@TAMU_Triathlon
Ultimate @DozenUltimate Men’s Volleyball Women’s Volleyball Wakeboarding Water Ski Men’s Water Polo Women’s Water Polo
@TAMUMVB @tamuwc v @tamuwake @tamu_waterski @tamuwp @TAMUWaterPolo
Wrestling @tamuwrestling
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Community | Integrity | Courage | Discovery | Development
Outdoor Adventures staff is ready to help you tick off your next bucket list item!
Take an orientation class at the wall to learn more about climbing.
Get away for a day on a trip with friends to the San Marcos River.
Try a whitewater kayak clinic in the pool. Let us plan your Fall or Spring Break trip.
Practice repairing your own bike with our specialized tools.
You can even rent tents, coolers, and outdoor sports equipment.
TAMUOA
Backpacking Weekend Apr. 20 - 22 | Lake Georgetown Trail or Lonestar Trail
Grand Canyon Backpacking - Havasupai Falls May 14 - 20 | Havasupai Falls Reservation, Grand Canyon, Arizona
Big Bend Chisos Mountains Hiking Mar. 12 - 16 | Big Bend National Park, Texas
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Wilderness First Aid Course Longleaf Wilderness Medicine Apr. 28 - 29 | PEAP Building
DAY TRIPS
CUSTOM PROGRAMS DATE
Hiking Day Trip
Feb. 10
Hill Countr y Rock Climbing Day Trip
Feb. 17
Texas River Paddling Day
Mar. 24
Piney Woods Hiking Day Trip
Mar. 25
Reading Day Rock Climbing Trip
Mar. 30
Texas River Paddling Day Trip
Apr. 15
Galveston Island Surfing Day Trip
Apr. 21
Moody ’s Island Surfing Day Trip
Apr. 28
Outdoor Adventures has created custom-designed programs and private programs for many special events. You can rent the climbing wall for a birthday party or a welcome event. You can reserve a private clinic for you and your friends to learn more climbing techniques. Or your student organization or class can have Outdoor Adventures plan, organize and lead your next leadership retreat—we’ll even provide the food— for your Custom Adventure. If you are interested in learning more, or have any questions, contact: Jason Kurten | 979-862-1999 | jkurten@rec.tamu.edu
CLINICS
Women’s Lead Climbing Clinic Mar. 25 | Indoor Climbing Facility
CERTIFICATION PCIA - Climbing Wall Instructor Course Wilderness First Aid Course Longleaf Wilderness Medicine
DATE Feb. 16 - 18 Apr. 28 - 29
DATE
Lead Climbing Clinic
Feb. 18
Women’s Lead Climbing Clinic
Mar. 25
Kayak Clinic
Mar. 25
Lead Climbing Clinic
Apr. 15
Kayak Clinic
Apr. 29
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Buffalo River Wilderness Paddling Mar. 11 -16 | Buffalo National River, Northern Arkansas
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OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT RENTAL OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT DAILY R ATES Rec Members
Non-Members
4-person, 2-person, and backpacking tents
$8 - $10
$9.75 - $16
Sleeping
15 and 30 degree Sleeping bags, foam pads, air pads
$2 - $6
$2.50 - $7.50
Kitchen
Ice Chest, Beverage cooler, Stove, lantern, Pot set, kitchen package for 2 people or 4 people
$3 - $14
$3.75 - $17
CAMPING Tents
WATER CR AFT Canoes
Solo and tandem
$15 - $18
$18.50 – $22.50
Kayaks
Solo and tandem sit-on-tops, whitewater kayaks
$14 - $18
$17 – $22.50
Boards
8’ and 9’ surf boards, 10’ and 11’ Stand Up Paddleboards
$18 - $20
OUTDOOR ROCK CLIMBING Shoes
$4
$5
Boulder Pads
$6
$7.50
Volleyball, Flag Football, Softball, Bocce Ball, Washers, Croquet, Disc Golf, Kickball, Cornhole, Cricket
$2 - $6
$2.50 - $7.50
Equipment
Balls, Frisbees, Cones, Gloves, Masks, Bases, etc.
$.50 - $1
$0.75 - $1.25
Tug of War
Straps, rope, and jumbo
$4
$5
OUTDOOR SPORTS AND YARD GAMES Sets
Visit http://bit.ly/ TAMUOAEquipRent for a complete listing or call for more information. All students, staff, faculty, and community members are welcome to rent from the OA Rental Center. Items are charged at a daily rate from the day the item is rented until close of the next business day, with discounts for Rec members.
Extended rentals are automatically discounted: 10% at 7 days, 15% at 14 days, and 20% at 21 days. Reservations are accepted and encouraged. There is no additional fee for reservations, but reservations must be paid in full at time of the reservation.
TAMUOA
CLIMBING PASSES
COST
Skills Check /Orientation Class (1 semester)
$6.00*/$8.50**
Lead Climbing Check (1 semester, plus skills check)
$6.00*/$8.50**
CLIMBING PACKAGES Unlimited Climbing (1 semester)
COST $45.00*/$50.00**
One-Day Climb (equipment not included)
$6.00*/$8.50**
One-Time Climb (equipment included)
$5.00*/$5.00**
*Rec member price; **non-member price.
FREE FITNESS BOULDERING Drop by any time the Rec Center is open to boulder and work on your strength and flexibility on our indoor Bouldering Wall. Please read and follow all posted rules. Shoes and chalk can be rented at Equipment Etc. or the OA Resource Desk. Boulderers will be issued a pass for boulder wall use after signing a waiver and watching a safety video at the Equipment Etc. or the OAResource Desk.
PRIVATE CLIMBING LESSONS
COST
1 session (1.5 hours)
$18.00*/$22.00**
3 sessions (1.5 hours each)
$52.00*/$65.00**
RENTAL EQUIPMENT
COST
Unlimited Climbing Gear Rental Pass* *No refunds on unused passes. Only good for semester purchased.
$40.00
Equipment Package
$6.00/day
Climbing Shoes only
$4.00/day* / $5.00/day**
Chalk Bag only
$1.00/day
Belay Device only
$1.00/day
CLIMBING BASICS ORIENTATION CLASS Learn equipment use, basic climbing commands, and belay and spotting techniques. Includes practice before a Skills Check​ . Equipment rental and one-day climbing included.
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INDOOR CLIMBING FACILITY
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SPECIALTY PROGRAMS BOOTCAMP PROGRAMS
DATES
MEETS
TIME
ROOM
COST
1st Session
Jan. 29 - Mar. 2
M/ W/F
6am - 7am
Outdoors
$60*/$80**
2nd Session
Mar. 19 - Apr. 20
M/ W/F
6am - 7am
Outdoors
$60*/$80**
Semester Package
Jan. 29 - Apr. 20
M/ W/F
6am - 7am
Outdoors
$100*/$140**
Try Before You Buy:
Jan. 24 & 26
W/F
6am - 7am
Outdoors
FREE
BOXING BOOTCAMP PROGRAMS
DATES
MEETS
1st Session
Jan. 29 - Feb. 28
M/ W
Jan. 30 - Mar. 1
T/ TH
Jan. 30 - Mar. 1
T/ TH
2nd Session
Try Before You Buy:
(intermediate)
TIME
ROOM
COST
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Heav y Bag Room
$60*/$80**
6:15am - 7:15am
Heav y Bag Room
$60*/$80**
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Heav y Bag Room
$60*/$80**
Mar. 19 - Apr. 18
M/ W
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Heav y Bag Room
$60*/$80**
Mar. 20 - Apr. 19
T/ TH
6:15am - 7:15am
Heav y Bag Room
$60*/$80**
Mar. 20 - Apr. 19
T/ TH
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Heav y Bag Room
$60*/$80**
Jan. 24 & 25
W/ TH
All times listed above
Heav y Bag Room
FREE
(intermediate)
Boxing glove/wraps are not included and can be purchased at the Rec Center Equipment Desk. Prices are per class time and anyone wanting to participate in both times must pay for both times for both Boxing BootCamp and Bikini FitCamp.
BIKINI FITCAMP PROGRAMS
DATES
MEETS
TIME
ROOM
COST
1st Session
Jan. 30 - Mar. 1
T/ TH
6:15am - 7:15am
SRC 303
$40*/$60**
Jan. 30 - Mar. 1
T/ TH
6:45pm - 7:45pm
SRC 303
$40*/$60**
2nd Session
Mar. 20 - Apr. 19
T/ TH
6:15am - 7:15am
SRC 303
$40*/$60**
Mar. 20 - Apr. 19
T/ TH
6:45pm - 7:45pm
SRC 303
$40*/$60**
Try Before You Buy:
Jan. 23 & 25
T/ TH
*Both Times*
SRC 303
FREE
*Member price ** Non-member price Register at Member Services or online at htpps://recconnect.tamu.edu. For more information, contact Anna Taggart at ataggart@rec.tamu.edu. Refund Policy: A partial refund of 80% is available before the start of class, but no refunds will be given once the class has started. An 80% refund is available during th first two weeks of class if injury/illness occurs, if a doctor’s note is provided.
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JAN. 16 - JAN. 21
4:15 - 5:15 Row & Ripped Room 22215
3:00 - 3:45 Cycle Express Room 302
4:15 – 5:15 Rec Yoga Room 304
4:15 - 5:15 Cycle 6 Pack Room 302
4:15 – 5:15 Pilates Room 304
4:30 – 5:30 Cycle/Strength Intervals Room 302
4:15 – 5:15 Rec Yoga Room 304
4:15 - 5:15 Cycle 6 Pack Room 302
4:00 – 4:45 Body Blaster Room 301
12:15 – 1:00 Athletic Step Room 301
12:15 – 1:00 Body Blaster Room 301
12:15 – 1:00 Cardio Step Room 301
9:00 – 9:45 Body Blaster Room 301
6:30 – 7:15 Cycle 30 Room 302
4:15 – 5:15 Rec Yoga Room 304
4:30 – 5:15 Cycle Beatz Room 302
4:30 – 5:30 Cycle/Strength Intervals Room 302
4:00 – 4:45 Body Blaster Room 301
3:00 – 3:45 Kickbox Room 301
12:15 – 1:15 TGIF Yoga Room 301
4:00 – 4:45 Kickbox Room 301
11:45 – 12:30 Cardio Dance Party Room 304
10:30 - 11:30 Pilates Room 304
11:15 – 12:00 FRI-YAY HIIT Room 301 12:15-1:00 Rowing Faculty/Staff Room 2221
10:00 – 11:00 Yoga Room 301
9:00 – 9:45 Saturday Spin Room 302
SATURDAY
9:00 – 9:45 Body Blaster Room 301
6:30 – 7:30 Sunrise Yoga Room 301
FRIDAY
4:15 – 5:15 Pilates Room 304
4:00 - 4:45 Body Blaster Room 301
3:00 - 3:45 Cycle Express Room 302
12:15 – 1:00 Body Blaster Room 301
9:00 – 9:45 Pilates Room 301
7:00 – 8:00 Total Training Room 302/301
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
12:15 – 1:00 Faculty/Staff Body Blaster Room 2221
9:00 – 9:45 Pilates Room 301
7:00 – 8:00 Total Training Room 302/301
TUESDAY
12:15 – 1:00 Faculty/Staff Yoga Room 2221
9:00 – 9:45 Body Blaster Room 301
6:30 - 7:15 Body Blaster Room 301
MONDAY
SUNDAY
S P R I N G 2 0 1 8 U N L I M I T E D PA S S S A L E : $ 5 0 J A N . 8 - 2 1
GROUP RECXERCISE
FREE WEEK
TEAR-OFF HERE!
5:30 – 6:15 Aqua Zumba Instructional Pool 5:45 – 6:45 CSI Room 302
5:30 – 6:15 Cardio Water Instructional Pool 5:45 – 6:35 Cycle Endurance Room 302 5:45 – 6:30 HIIT Room 301
6:30 – 7:30 Rec Yoga Room 304
6:45 – 7:45 Total Training Room 302
6:45 – 7:45 Row & Ripped Room 2225
5:30 – 6:15 Cardio Water Instructional Pool 5:45 – 6:45 CSI Room 302
5:45 – 6:30 Body Blaster Room 301
6:30 – 7:30 Pilates Room 304
6:45 – 7:30 Kickboxing Room 301
7:00 – 7:45 Cycle 45 Room 302
BLACK CELLS DENOTE FREE CLASSES
Class passes can be purchased at the Member Services desk. Single-class passes are available for $5 each. Unlimited class passes will be on sale Jan. 8 - 21 for $50 ($10 off the regular price of $60). Price will increase to $60 on Jan. 22. Refunds are not available after purchase. Please visit our website for full class descriptions: recsports.tamu.edu/fitness-classes
7:00 -8:00 Yoga Room 301
F.I.T. 5:00 – 8:30 Room 304 Begins 3/25
WHITE CELLS DENOTE FACULT Y & STAFF ONLY CLASSES
8:00 – 8:45 Last Call Cycle Room 302
8:15 – 9:15 R&R Yoga Room 304
8:15 – 9:15 HIIT the Dance Floor Room 304
7:45 – 8:45 Ab Blast & Foam Roll Room 304 7:45 – 8:45 Ab Blast & Foam Roll Room 304
7:45 – 8:15 Body Blaster Room 301
6:45 – 7:30 Shockwave Room 2225
6:45 – 7:45 Total Training Room 302
6:45 – 7:30 Cardio Step & Sculpt Room 301
7:45 – 8:15 Body Blaster Room 301
6:00 – 6:45 Sunday Dance Party Room 301
5:45 – 6:30 HIIT the Dance Floor Room 301
6:00 – 6:45 Sunday Cycle Room 302
4:00 -5:00pm Row & Ripped Room 2221
5:45 – 6:35 Cycle Endurance Room 302
6:30 – 7:30 Zumba Room 304
5:00 – 5:45 Body Blaster Room 301
5:00 – 5:30 HIIT Room 301
5:30 – 6:15 Cardio Water Instructional Pool
5:30 – 6:15 Dance Cardio Party Room 304
5:00 – 5:30 3 : 2 : 1 Burn Room 301
6:45 – 7:30 Cardio Step & Sculpt Room 301
7:00 – 7:45 Cycle 45 Room 302
6:45 – 7:30 Piloxing Room 301
6:30 – 7:30 Pilates Room 304
5:45 – 6:30 Body Blaster Room 301
5:30 – 6:15 Pound Room 304
5:30 – 6:15 Zumba Room 304
5:30 – 6:15 Dance Cardio Party Room 304
5:00 – 5:30 HIIT Room 301
5:00 – 5:30 HIIT Room 301
5:00 – 5:30 3 : 2 : 1 Burn Room 301
For Group Recxercise Schedule
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SPECIALTY CLASSES Classes Meet | Jan. 28 - Apr. 12
No Classes Meet | Mar. 11 - 16
Make-Up Week | Apr. 15 - 19
PROGRAMS
DAYS
TIME
ROOM
COST
Contemporar y Dance
Monday
6:45pm - 7:45pm
SRC 2225
$36*/$60**
Jazz Fusion
Monday
8:00pm - 9:00pm
SRC 2225
$36*/$60**
Intro to Hip Hop Dance
Monday
7:15pm - 8:15pm
SRC 2221
$36*/$60**
Next Level Yoga
Mon/ Wed
5:30pm - 6:30pm
SRC 2225
$60*/$108**
Intro to Yoga
Mon/ Wed
6:00pm - 7:00pm
SRC 2221
$60*/$108**
Pilates
Mon/ Wed
6:30pm - 7:30pm
SRC 303
$60*/$108**
Barre & Beyond
Mon/ Wed
7:45pm - 8:45pm
SRC 303
$60*/$108**
Barre BURN
Wednesday
5:15pm - 6:15pm
SRC 303
$36*/$60**
Next Level Hip Hop Dance
Wednesday
7:15pm - 8:15pm
SRC 2221
$36*/$60**
Belly Dance
Tuesday
6:45pm - 7:45pm
SRC 2221
$36*/$60**
Pilates
Tues/ Thurs
5:30pm - 6:30pm
SRC 2225
$60*/$108**
Ballet
Tues/ Thurs
5:30pm - 6:30pm
SRC 303
$60*/$108**
BollyFit
Tuesday
8:00pm - 9:00pm
SRC 2221
$36*/$60**
Latin Mix
Sunday
5:30pm - 6:30pm
SRC 2221
$36*/$60**
PiYo
Sunday
5:30pm - 6:30pm
SRC 2225
$36*/$60**
Countr y Western
Sunday
6:45pm - 7:45pm
SRC 2221
$36*/$60**
Women Warriors (8 Weeks)
Sunday
6:45pm - 7:45pm
SRC 2225
$30*/$48**
*Member price ** Non-member price Register at Member Services or online at htpps://recconnect.tamu.edu. For more information, contact Anna Taggart at ataggart@rec.tamu.edu. Refund Policy: A partial refund of 80% is available before the start of class. Once classes have started no refunds will be given. If participant becomes ill or injured within the first two weeks of class, an 80% refund is available with a doctor’s note provided. Classes may be canceled if minimum registration numbers are not obtained prior to the start date. In this case, a full refund will be issued. If a class session is canceled by Texas A&M University Department of Recreational Sports, or due to weather, it will be rescheduled and made up during the scheduled make up week.
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TRY BEFORE YOU BUY: JAN. 21 - 25
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FITNESS EVENTS & CERTIFICATIONS Fitness Instructor Training This eighteen-hour Group RecXercise instructor training will be followed by auditions. Participants will receive a FIT Manual and music CD for practice. Course will meet on: • Sunday, Mar. 25 | 5pm - 8:30pm • Sunday, Apr. 8 | 5pm - 8:30pm • Sunday, Apr. 15 | 5pm - 8:30pm • Sunday, Apr. 22 | 5pm - 8:30pm • Saturday, Apr. 28 | 2pm - 5pm • Sunday, Apr. 29 | AUDITION times to be announced
THROWBACK THURSDAY
DANCE PARTY
APR. 12 | STUDENT RECREATION CENTER | 6PM - 7:30PM
Audition will consist of a 12-minute mini class of Step, Kickbox, or Floor Aerobics on Sunday, Apr. 30. Register at Member Services beginning Feb. 1. Barre Above Certification February 17 | 9am - 6pm Barre Above is an innovative and challenging barre experience that seamlessly weaves together traditional muscle sculpting barre choreography with exhilarating cardio segments to define and challenge the whole body. Lauren George, Texas A&M graduate, will be leading this incredible training day. 11 CECs AFA A, 1.1 CEUs ACE, and 1.1 CEUs NASM. For more information please contact DeAun Woosley at 979-862-3995 or dwoosley@rec.tamu.edu. To register, visit www.barreabove.com. YogaFit Certifications & Workshops Register for an individual certification/training or to receive your 200-hour RY T. You can register for all! YogaFit Senior: Feb. 2 Level 1: Feb. 3 & 4 YogaFit Prenatal: Mar. 2 Level 2: Mar. 3 & 4 YogaFit Kids: Apr. 6 Level 3: Apr. 7 & 8 Anatomy: May 5 & 6 Level 4: June 7 – 10 Yoga Warriors: July 7 & 8 Level 5: June 30 & July 1 YogaFit is based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga and blends balance, strength, flexibility, and power in a fitness format. YogaFit overcomes the myster y of yoga by delivering a practical, user-friendly style that is accessible, understandable, and doable by individuals at any level of fitness. For directions and more information on the location, please contact Deaun Woosley at 979-862-3995 or email dwoosley@rec.tamu.edu. To register, visit www.yogafit.com.
Get ready for 90 minutes of high energy dance moves from then and NOW! From Jazzercise to Zumba, we’ll be dancing the night away and finishing it off with a little Yoga Zen. Bring your friends, sorority sisters, club buddies, roommates and BFFs! Burn calories, have fun, and get fit while enjoying a blast from the past!
FREE TO ALL NON-REC MEMBERS ARE WELCOME!
BLS FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS DATE
TIME
ROOM
COST
Sun., Feb. 4
2pm - 7pm
281
$75*/$80**
Sun., Mar. 18
2pm - 7pm
281
$75*/$80**
Sun., Apr. 8
2pm - 7pm
281
$75*/$80**
Sun., May 13
2pm - 7pm
281
$75*/$80**
*Member price; **Non-member price
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both pre-hospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics.
Rec Sports is the LARGEST EMPLOYER of students on campus! Some of the positions available to students include: Customer Service Assistants, Graphic Layout Artists, Lifeguards, Personal Trainers, Intramural Officials, Outdoor Trip Leaders, Group RecXercise Instructors, Event Staff, Accounting Assistants, and more! Visit our website for a list of open positions, job descriptions, and an application.
Order a brick for yourself or for a friend to be placed in the Walk of Champions in front of the Student Recreation Center! The Walk of Champions features bricks engraved with the names of students, employees, and friends of A&M. Together we can ensure that the values of leadership, fair play, sportsmanship, honesty, and integrity are instilled in all Aggies. Part of the funds from the brick campaign will go to the Walk of Champions Endowment. To learn more about getting your own brick placed in the Walk of Champions, visit our website at recsports.tamu.edu/giving.
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CPR CLASSES EMPLOYMENT
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MASSAGE THERAPY The Rec Center massage studio features two massage rooms, a reception area with a flat-screen TV, and soothing colors and dĂŠcor to put you in the right frame of mind. Our licensed massage therapists specialize in Swedish and deep tissue massage. Call 979.845.7826 or visit Member Services to schedule your one-hour massage. Payment is required at the time the appointment is scheduled. No refunds or reschedules are permitted within 48 hours prior to the appointment or for missed appointments. Questions? Call 979.845.7826 or visit us online at recsports.tamu.edu/massage-therapy $40/SESSION for current A&M students and Rec members $60/SESSION for the public and non-members.
The Department of Recreational Sports has a plethora of spaces that can be used for banquets, dinners, dances, meetings, team building activities, conferences, wedding receptions, and more! The vast selection of rooms can seat as few as 20 and up to 500 people. Most rooms offer a view to the outside and feature hardwood floors and neutral colored walls. While rooms 2229 A & B and 1130 are available for reservations any time the building is open, other spaces may have limited availability during the work week. For information regarding room availability, please call 979.862.1322. For tours or more information about the various rooms, please call 979.845.3076.
PRICING ROOM
SQ. FOOTAGE
STUDENT ORG.
TAMU DEPT.
PRIVATE GROUP
2229 A
2,956 sq. ft.
$40/hr
$55/hr
$70/hr
2229 B
2,956 sq. ft.
$40/hr
$55/hr
$70/hr
2229 A & B
5,912 sq. ft.
$70/hr
$100/hr
$130/hr
1130
3,453 sq. ft.
$40/hr
$55/hr
$70/hr
1134
2,288 sq. ft.
$25/hr
$40/hr
$50/hr
2221
1,933 sq. ft.
$25/hr
$40/hr
$50/hr
2225
1,920 sq. ft.
$25/hr
$40/hr
$50/hr
243
8,688 sq. ft.
$70/hr
$100/hr
$130/hr
Terrace*
15,000 sq. ft.
$150/hr
$200/hr
$300/hr
Gyms 1-10
8,417 sq. ft. ea.
$35/hr
$55/hr
$70/hr
1132 (meeting room)
1,508 sq. ft.
$25/hr
$40/hr
$50/hr
*Different rates apply for premium weekends such as football game days. All prices are subject to change. Football tailgate $4000 for 4 hour tailgate. Includes seating for 300 people in room 243. Refund Policy: 1. 100% room rental refund: A written request to cancel must be received a minimum of 31 days or more prior to the event. For heavy usage weekends, such as Texas A&M Football game days, Family Weekend, and graduation, 60 days or more is required. 2. 50% room rental refund: A written request to cancel must be received a minimum of 15-30 days prior to the event. 3. No refunds will be issued for events canceled 14 days or less prior to the event. Exception: If there is an emergency situation in which the University requires the Student Recreation Center to close, 100% of the room rental rate will be refunded. However, the Department of Recreational Sports and/or Texas A&M University will not be liable for any other costs incurred by the group.
For reservations, see recsports.tamu.edu/facility-reservations. For additional information, call 979.845.3076.
ROOM 243 (8,600 SQ. FT.) - One of the few rooms in the Bryan-College Station area that can seat up to 500 people in one space. The hardwood floors, silver colored theater curtain, and relatively private area on the second floor make this an ideal site for large gatherings. OUTDOOR TERRACE WITH PREMIUM VIEW OF KYLE FIELD (15,000 SQ. FT.) - This venue will seat approximately 280 people and includes dining tables, sofas and chairs. An outdoor kitchen with two gas grills, a small refrigerator, a warming drawer, and marble counters complement the space. ROOM 2221 OR 2224 (1,900 SQ. FT.) - This room can seat approximately 100 people and features mirrored walls on three side walls, a wall of windows, and a balcony overlooking Blue Bell Park. ROOM 1130 (3,453 SQ. FT.) - This first floor room with a private patio seats approximately 200 people. The wall of glass with ground-level view into Blue Bell Park offers the best of two worlds: air-conditioned space for guests to enjoy an event indoors, and outdoor seating for those who wish to enjoy the fresh air. ROOM 2229 A & B (6,000 SQ. FT.) - This multi-purpose room can seat up to 320 people or can be divided in half to seat 160 people. The room features a wall of glass and a balcony that overlooks Blue Bell Park. A catering kitchen and LED lighting that can change colors against the off-white textured walls are just a few of the amenities that can be found in this space.
SERVICES & EQUIPMENT Outside Catering is permitted at no additional charge. Alcoholic Beverages are available through Luke’s Bartending, Chartwells, Veritas, and other approved vendors. Free Parking is available after 5pm on Friday through midnight on Sunday, unless there is an athletic event taking place. Chair
$1.50
6’ Table
$8
Round Tables
$8
Table Linens Table Skirts Pipe & Drape (per section) Stage
$14 - $25 $14 $7.50 $35/section
Microphone
$25
LCD Projector and Screen
$50
Stereo
$50
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BANQUET SERVICES
FACILITIES
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FACILITIES STUDENT RECREATION CENTER
Olsen Blvd. across from the West Campus Garage
FIRST FLOOR Member Services Desks Equipment Etc. Desks Smoothie King Locker Rooms Gymnasiums Expanded Strength & Conditioning Room Heavy & Speed Bag Room Multi-purpose/Activity/Meeting Rooms Handball/Racquetball Courts
Backyard Outdoor Activity Area Outdoor Center Indoor Climbing Facility Bouldering Wall Outdoor Adventures Resource Desk Sign up for trips and purchase retail items like climbing shoes, chalk bags, and other small items
SECOND FLOOR
THIRD FLOOR
Administrative Offices Archery Room Meeting Rooms Massage Studio Cardio Equipment Outdoor Terrace Overlooking Kyle Field Track
Multi-purpose/Activity/Fitness Rooms Meeting/Event Spaces Racquetball Courts Squash Courts Cardio Equipment
BACKYARD OUTDOOR ACTIVITY AREA
OUTDOOR CENTER
Features a pavilion, a leisure pool with zero-depth entry, a current channel, a 6-lane lap pool, and sand volleyball courts.
Rent outdoor equipment such as canoes, tents, paddleboards, coolers, softball sets, and more; get info for your next trip; and repair your bike with our specialized tools.
Olsen Blvd. on the West Side of the Rec Center
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Olsen Blvd. on the South Side of the Rec Center
George Bush Drive and Penberthy Blvd. North Fields 7 Lit Playing Fields 4 Artificial Turf Playing Areas Covered Pavilion and Meeting Room Equipment Check-out Available (both locations)
South Fields 6 Lit Playing Fields 2 Softball Fields Control Building and Restrooms
DID YOU KNOW THAT THE REC CENTER HAS TWO ENTRANCES? With easy access to parking in lot 100J, come try out the South Entrance and breeze through with just a swipe of your ID.
ARE YOU TIRED OF WAITING IN LINE TO PURCHASE A LOCKER OR GROUP RECXERCISE PASS?
The South Entrance Member Services Desk has little to no wait! Let the friendly staff help you with membership and locker sales, program registration, Group RecXercise pass sales, and much more!
NO BASKETBALLS AVAILABLE AT THE MAIN EQUIPMENT ETC. DESK? Come check out the South Entrance Equipment Desk! We have additional equipment available for check-out and sale! Items that are available include:
SWIMMING POOLS
Olsen Blvd. across from the West Campus Garage Natatorium featuring: Indoor 22-lane, 50-meter Lap Pool Indoor 16–17 ft. Depth Diving Well with 1, 3, 5, 7.5 and 10-meter Platforms Indoor 4-lane, 20-yard Instructional Pool Indoor 8-lane, 25-yard Shallow Water Pool
Whirlpool Spas Locker Rooms (men’s and women’s varsity and visiting teams) Outdoor Leisure Pool featuring: 6 lap lanes, zero depth entry with current channel
EQUIPMENT FOR CHECKOUT
• Basketballs, soccer balls, and volleyballs • Racquetball, squash, and badminton racquets • Jump ropes
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
• Boxing gloves and wraps • Headphones • Racquetballs • Squash balls • Feather and plastic shuttlecocks • Racquetball eyewear
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PENBERTHY REC SPORTS COMPLEX
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MEMBERSHIP & SERVICES STUDENTS
Most students taking one or more semester hours automatically become Rec Members when they register and pay the Rec Sports Fee. Students who do not meet this criteria are required to purchase a membership in order to use Rec Sports facilities and participate in certain programs.
NON-STUDENTS
Besides students, the following individuals are eligible to purchase a membership: current and retired Texas A&M staff members; spouses of current Texas A&M students, staff members, or retired staff members; adult dependents (age 18–25) of current Texas A&M students, staff members, or retired staff members; and dependent children (age 3–17) of current Texas A&M students, staff members, or retired staff members (with some restrictions). Membership Rates: • $375 / annual • $275 / two semesters • $150 / one semester • $106 / per semester for a student spouse • $4 minor age 14–17 with a dependent ID card* • $3 minor age 3–13 with a dependent ID card* *Dependent ID cards carry a one-time $7 charge. Parent/legal guardian must have a Rec membership. Current, full-time Texas A&M University employees have the option to pay for most memberships through payroll deduction.
CONTINUING STUDENTS
Continuing student memberships are available to students who were enrolled during the immediately preceding semester. • $106 / one semester • $53 / one summer session
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FORMER STUDENTS & FRIENDS
The Former Students & Friends Membership is available to anyone who is registered with The Association of Former Students. To be eligible for this membership, the person must either: 1. Have received a degree (e.g. bachelors, masters, doctorate) or honorary degree from Texas A&M University; or 2. Be a current contributor to The Association of Former Students Membership Rates: • $500 / annual • $365 / two semesters • $200 / one semester The Member Services Manager will verify proof of current membership within The Association of Former Students. If an individual is rendered ineligible, they will be refunded their membership minus a $50 administrative fee.
GUEST PASSES
(Must provide a photo ID) Visitors and former students are welcome to enjoy the Rec Center by purchasing a daily guest pass. Guest Pass Rates: • $10 / day • $20 / 3-day pass • $40 / week • $80 / month
TOWEL SERVICE • • • •
$40 / annual $30 / two semesters $18 / one semester $2 / daily
QUESTIONS? Call 979.845.7826 or stop by the Member Services desk for more information.
LOCKERS
Full, half, and box-size lockers may be rented for the entire year or by the semester. Any open lockers are made available for rental beginning the Thursday prior to the first class day of each semester. All full and half-size locker rentals include complimentary towel service.
Free day lockers are also located throughout the facility.
1 Semester
Full Locker* Half Locker* Box Locker
2 Semesters
Annual
$70 $50 $25
$90 $65 $35
$40 $30 $15
*Full and half locker rentals include towel service.
EQUIPMENT ETC.
Rec Sports has a variety of indoor and outdoor sports equipment available for groups and individuals to use. Most equipment is available free of charge, while other items have a nominal rental charge. Patrons are responsible for damages to items that are rented or checked out. Questions? Call 979.845.4917.
FACILITY RENTALS
Planning a special event? Let us help! Our facilities are perfect for sports events, banquets/ receptions, group meetings, and more. See page 23 for details. Space is available for rent at the Student Recreation Center, PEAP (Physical Education Activity Program) Building, Penberthy Rec Sports Complex, and Omar Smith Instructional Tennis Center. If your group is planning an activity, please inquire about facility availability well in advance. Requests for facility reservations should be submitted at least two weeks in advance. For more info, come by or call 979.862.1322.
GROUP RECXERCISE PASS SALES
At the beginning of each spring and fall semester, we offer a special sale on our unlimited Group RecXercise class passes. Questions? Call 979.845.7826.
LIGHTNING PREDICTION SYSTEM
In the event of dangerous conditions, the lightning prediction system will sound one long horn blast (approximately 15 seconds) accompanied by a flashing light. Once the dangerous conditions have passed, three short horn blasts will sound indicating that all is clear and the flashing lights will cease. In the event of a system warning, please seek shelter.
LOST AND FOUND
Got so involved in your badminton game that you forgot to take your backpack with you on your way home? Or maybe you left your cleats next to the field after playing soccer? Stop by the Member Services desk at the Rec Center or the control building at Penberthy and let them know. We keep all lost and found items handy so they can be returned to their owners. For more information, call 979.845.7826 for the Rec Center and 979.862.3426 for Penberthy when the appropriate facility is open for operation.
PARKING
For parking options, please visit the Transportation Services website at: transport.tamu.edu/parking.
Nationally certified personal trainers are ready to help you plan your next workout. See page 10 for more details.
POLICIES
In order to ensure that Rec Sports delivers high quality services in a fun and positive environment, we have instituted general policies that should be followed by participants. Violation of policies or behavior deemed inappropriate may result in a suspension or loss of membership. Our policies can be found online at recsports.tamu.edu.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Register online at recconnect.tamu.edu for Intramural Sports, Specialty Classes, Aquatics, BootCamps, and Outdoor Adventures trips and clinics. Questions? Call 979.845.7826.
RECTV
Use our affordable digital media to advertise your event, service or organization to the large number of Aggies that use the Rec! For details, call 979.845.1001.
RESOURCE TABLES
Recognized student groups and departments may reserve a resource table in the lobby of the Rec in order to promote their programs and events. Tables may be reserved up to two consecutive days in a week. For more information, call 979.845.1001.
SMOOTHIE KING
Smoothie King, located in the Rec Center lobby, offers tasty fare for lunch or a quick snack, as well as some of the best smoothies around! Questions? Call 979.862.1374.
ALL NEW: SPIKEBALL AVAILABLE FOR CHECKOUT AT THE EQUIPMENT ETC. DESK
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The last date to renew lockers will be clearly posted in each of the locker rooms. Lockers that have not been renewed by the requested date will be cleared and rented to a new user. A fee will be assessed to retrieve items cleared from lockers.
PERSONAL TRAINING
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Student Vote: FEBRUARY 22 – 23, 2018 To find out more visit:
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