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Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation is committed to providing a positive environment that promotes a sense of campus community as well as physical and mental well-being and balance.
Our beautiful facility includes an indoor track, aquatic center with a zero-entry pool, the largest ADA-accessible climbing wall on a college campus in the state, racquetball courts, three group exercise studios, and multiple fitness areas equipped with a full selection of equipment geared toward strength and cardio training. The new recreation center also includes an esports lounge, featuring 24 Alienware CPUs and a golf simulator.
Come see us and explore all Campus Recreation has to offer.
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Hours
Student Recreation Center
Mon-Thur: 6 am-11 pm
Fri: 6 am-9 pm
Sat: 10 am-8 pm
Sun: 11 am-11 pm
Aquatic Center
Mon & Wed: 6 am-8 am | 7 pm-10 pm
Tues & Thur: 10 am-1 pm | 7 pm-10 pm
Friday: 9 am-2 pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Climbing Center
Mon-Thur: 2 pm-9 pm
Fri: 12 pm-7 pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Esports Lounge
Mon-Thur: 11 am-11 pm
Fri: 11 am-9 pm
Sat: 11 am-8 pm
Sun: 11 am-11 pm
Campus Rec Events
Calendar of Events
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Peak Performance Weekly Workshop
Peak Performance Weekly Workshop
Experience test anxiety? Struggling with procrastination? Want to be more motivated? Peak Performance is for you! Peak Performance is a 60-minute weekly workshop series that provides skills to address these common challenges among college students. Attend as many workshops as you would like. No registration required! Just drop-in!TOPICS:Organization in Action – This organization and planning […]
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Withdrawal Deadline
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Withdrawal Deadline (fee applies) – Winter Session
Withdrawal Deadline (fee applies) – Winter Session
Last day to withdraw from the University. Last day to withdraw from a course with instructors written permission and incur a $50.00 per credit hour fee (e.g. $150.00 for a […]
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Halls Open
Halls Open
Residence Halls Open for the Spring 2025 semester. Front desks begin normal operating hours.
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Holiday: Martin Luther King Day (University Closed)
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Classes Begin – Spring Semester
Final Grades Due – Winter Session
Last day to change from Grade to Audit or P/F for 1st 8-week courses
Last Day to change from Grade to Audit or P/F for Spring B (second 8-week) Courses
Check-In Deadline
Check-In Deadline
Check-in deadline for all returning and new students for spring 2025. For late return/check-in, contact our office at 859-622-1515.
2025-2026 Resident Advisor Informational Session
2025-2026 Resident Advisor Informational Session
Are you interested in becoming a Resident Advisor for the 2025-2026 academic year? Do you want to learn more about the position? Come and check out our RA informational session! Hosted by: Housing & Residence Life Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10733447
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2025-2026 Resident Advisor Tabling
2025-2026 Resident Advisor Tabling
Are you interested in becoming a Resident Advisor for the 2025-2026 academic year? Stop by our table to grab some swag and learn more about the position! Hosted by: Housing & Residence Life Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10733534
DIY to Destress- Jewelry Making
DIY to Destress- Jewelry Making
Time to kick off the semester with another DIY! We are so excited to catch up with our participants after a relaxing winter break and ease into the semester with a relaxing craft this evening! We will have all sorts of beads to choose from; make a friendship bracelet, or something special just for yourself. […]
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2025-2026 Resident Advisor Informational Session
2025-2026 Resident Advisor Informational Session
Are you interested in becoming a Resident Advisor for the 2025-2026 academic year? Do you want to learn more about the position? Come and check out our RA informational session! […]
EKU Students With Disabilities Weekly Support Group
EKU Students With Disabilities Weekly Support Group
Are you an EKU student living with a disability or other health condition? This weekly group offers a supportive space where students can connect, share experiences, and empower each other during their college journey. For more information contact Michalle Rice, EKUCC mental health therapist at Michalle.Rice@eku.edu or call the EKU Counseling Center at 859-622-1303.Hosted by: […]
Beyond Labels: LGBTQIA+ Weekly Drop-in Support Group for EKU Students
Beyond Labels: LGBTQIA+ Weekly Drop-in Support Group for EKU Students
Beyond Labels is a vibrant and welcoming weekly supportive group dedicated to providing a safe space for students to connect, share experiences, and support each other. Our group fosters a sense of belonging and community, promoting understanding and acceptance. Feel free to drop-in! Hosted by: Eastern Kentucky University Counseling Center Additional Information can be found […]
Think Greek Thursday
Think Greek Thursday
Join us for Think Greek Thursday to meet members of Panhellenic and Fraternity chapters. Enjoy some food and spend time getting to know the chapters at Eastern Kentucky University. Hosted by: Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Panhellenic Council, Student Life & First-Year Experience Engage Site Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10823184
Think Greek Thursday
Think Greek Thursday
Join us for Think Greek Thursday to meet members of Panhellenic and Fraternity chapters. Enjoy some food and spend time getting to know the chapters at Eastern Kentucky University. Hosted by: Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Panhellenic Council, Student Life & First-Year Experience Engage Site Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10823184
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Add/Drop Deadline (online courses) – Spring A
Student Pickleball Tournament
Student Pickleball Tournament
Join in on the fun for the inaugural Greg Adams Tennis Center Student Pickleball Tournament on January 24 at 6PM! Register HERE Pairs event only (2) - $20 dollars […]
Cru Worship Night
Cru Worship Night
Join us for a night of worship and prayer! Hosted by: Cru Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10879645
Cru Worship Night
Cru Worship Night
Join us for a night of worship and prayer! Hosted by: Cru Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10879645
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Drop Deadline – Spring Semester
Registration Deadline – Spring Semester
Peak Performance Weekly Workshop
Peak Performance Weekly Workshop
Experience test anxiety? Struggling with procrastination? Want to be more motivated? Peak Performance is for you! Peak Performance is a 60-minute weekly workshop series that provides skills to address these […]
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Withdrawal Deadline (75% refund) – Spring A Online Courses
Withdrawal Deadline (75% refund) – Spring A Online Courses
Last day to go online (MyEKU) and withdraw to receive a 75% refund.
UNO Tournament – Campus Rec
UNO Tournament – Campus Rec
Join us for our first esports event of the semester an intense game of UNO at the Esports Lounge! Test your skills, meet other players, and compete for the trophy […]
UNO Tournament – Campus Rec
UNO Tournament – Campus Rec
Join us for our first esports event of the semester an intense game of UNO at the Esports Lounge! Test your skills, meet other players, and compete for the trophy […]
NPHC Mocktails and Karaoke
NPHC Mocktails and Karaoke
Join us for good vibes and great times with signature mocktails & karaoke. There is a $3 entry fee to attend. Hosted by: National Pan-Hellenic Council Additional Information can be […]
Tuesday Night Dinner and Worship
Tuesday Night Dinner and Worship
Join us for a free home-cooked meal at 6:30 pm. We share a meal around tables and then around 7 pm we join for a time of sharing and community […]
Tuesday Night Dinner and Worship
Tuesday Night Dinner and Worship
Join us for a free home-cooked meal at 6:30 pm. We share a meal around tables and then around 7 pm we join for a time of sharing and community […]
Young Democrats Tabling in Powell
Young Democrats Tabling in Powell
Stop by the Powell Student Center on Tues. Jan 28th from 11AM-1PM and meet the Young Democrats at EKU! We'll be on the Ground floor by Starbucks. Come chat about our future events, the Kentucky General Assembly, key issues to watch this session, and how you can make a difference. We're here to chat, share […]
Young Democrats Tabling in Powell
Young Democrats Tabling in Powell
Stop by the Powell Student Center on Tues. Jan 28th from 11AM-1PM and meet the Young Democrats at EKU! We'll be on the Ground floor by Starbucks. Come chat about our future events, the Kentucky General Assembly, key issues to watch this session, and how you can make a difference. We're here to chat, share […]
Mario Kart 8 Tournament – Campus Rec
Mario Kart 8 Tournament – Campus Rec
Join us for a Mario Kart 8 tournament at the Esports Lounge! Show off your skills, compete against others, and take home the trophy! 🗓 Event Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025 📍 Location:Esports Lounge Don’t miss out on the action, see you on the track! Hosted by: Campus Recreation Additional Information can be found at: […]
Mario Kart 8 Tournament – Campus Rec
Mario Kart 8 Tournament – Campus Rec
Join us for a Mario Kart 8 tournament at the Esports Lounge! Show off your skills, compete against others, and take home the trophy! 🗓 Event Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025 📍 Location:Esports Lounge Don’t miss out on the action, see you on the track! Hosted by: Campus Recreation Additional Information can be found at: […]
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Board Game Night
Board Game Night
Join us for a night of fellowship and fun through card and board games at The Wesley! We will have snacks, drinks, and a variety of different games to choose […]
College Republicans Meeting
College Republicans Meeting
We meet weekly on Tuesdays in the library, room 208. Join us for our first meeting for the Spring semester and see what we are all about! We can't wait […]
COB Bouquet Making
COB Bouquet Making
Join us for a night of bouquet making and get to know each of the Panhellenic chapters! We can’t wait to see you and show you how amazing each sisterhood is! Hosted by: Panhellenic Council, Student Life & First-Year Experience Engage Site Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10824711
MLK Days of Service: No Sew Blanket Making
MLK Days of Service: No Sew Blanket Making
Give back to those in need by making a no sew blanket to be donated! The blankets are easy to make, so if it is your first time, no frets! […]
Budget Binders
Budget Binders
Stop by the Wellness Table in Lower Powell to decorate a cute budgeting envelope! Learn about resources we have on campus that can help you set your finances up for success! There might even be a free T shirt or two! Hosted by: Campus Recreation Additional Information can be found at: https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10785563
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NPHC Game Night and Donation Drive
NPHC Game Night and Donation Drive
Join us for a Game Night in CEIGE, along with a donation drive for Hope's Wings Domestic Violence Shelter! Donations required for entry include laundry detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Hosted by: National Pan-Hellenic Council, Student Life & First-Year Experience Engage Site Additional Information can be found at: […]
Young Democrats 1st Spring 2025 Meeting
Young Democrats 1st Spring 2025 Meeting
Join us for the Young Democrats at EKU 1st General Body Meeting of the spring semester on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM in Powell Room 224! We've got exciting updates, including upcoming events, t-shirts for members, the 2025 Kentucky General Assembly, key bills to watch, tools/tips to stay involved, and […]
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Withdrawal Deadline (50% refund) – Spring A Online Courses
Withdrawal Deadline (50% refund) – Spring A Online Courses
Last day to go online (MyEKU) and withdraw to receive a 50% refund.
Women’s Basketball & Welcome Back Bingo
Women’s Basketball & Welcome Back Bingo
Join us after the women’s basketball game for an exciting night of Bingo fun! Stick around to keep the energy high, win awesome prizes, and enjoy a slam-dunk social experience with fellow fans. Don’t miss this perfect game-day finale! Hosted by: EKU Athletics, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Student Life & First-Year Experience Engage Site Additional Information […]
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Contact Information
Campus Recreation
228 Park Drive
Richmond, Kentucky 40475
Front Desk: 859-622-6751
Main Office: 859-622-8145
Campus Recreation Facilities
Eastern Kentucky University’s Campus Recreation Facilities strive to provide an exemplary fitness and recreational environment for each patron and the university community, through exceptional customer service, hands on assistance, equipment knowledge and clean activity spaces, setting an example within collegiate recreation.
The division of aquatics strives to build a campus environment for students and members of the community to enhance their lives through aquatic based activities. We aim to achieve this through the innovation of programs such as learn to swim (group lessons,) lifeguard certification trainings, facility rental opportunities, as well as open swim hours and swim for fitness programs. We continue to evolve and invent new programs to best utilize the space of our aquatic facilities across campus. This allows us to remain inclusive to all members of the communities in which we serve.
The Student Recreation Aquatic Center offers a variety of features for patrons of the facility, including 4 lap lanes, vortex, volleyball, basketball, zero entry, spa and an outdoor patio.
Campus Recreation schedules activities on the Beach Volleyball Complex. All Varsity Athletic practices and events have scheduling priority. Campus Recreation operates open recreation hours. An active membership to the Student Recreation Center is required. The Beach Volleyball Complex is a seasonal facility.
The EKU Challenge Course is a state-of-the-art facility where groups are given learning opportunities anchored in experiential education and the opportunity to move outside their comfort zone.
We offer a variety of programs and workshops to help you: learn effective communication, build confidence, form relationships, understand the power of team, try new things, be adventurous, improve problem solving skills, gain trust, and most importantly have fun!
Rock climbing is a great sport that has benefits for everyone. Come check out our indoor rock climbing wall in the Student Recreation Center. The wall is open for roped climbing and bouldering during the week in the fall, spring, and summer. For all climbing you must check in at the equipment desk and have a completed, current waiver on file.
The wall is also open to classes and student organizations for special events. These events should be scheduled in advance.
Contact Info for Pricing & Scheduling
Dakota McClendon
dakota.mcclendon@eku.edu
859-622-5251
The Esports Lounge, located on the second floor of the Student Recreation Center, offers a variety of activities for our members. The space includes a FullSwing Golf Simulator, more than 20 Alienware Aurora R8 gaming computers, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X and retro arcade gaming.
The Esports Lounge is also the home to our competitive Esports teams! These teams compete against other schools across the country in video games like Rocket League, League of Legends, Valorant, and many more.
First Floor
The First Floor Fitness area is equipped with a full selection of equipment geared toward strength training. Options include:
- Free Weights
- Power Racks and Benches
- Precor Strength Machines
- Queenax Functional Fitness System
- The Rig – Open Training Rack for Full Body and Olympic Lifts
- HIIT Deck – Platform with Wind Bikes, Row Machines, Ski Rowers, and Sprint Treadmills
Second Floor
The second floor has a wide variety of cardio equipment and pulley strength equipment to support all levels of fitness. Amenities include:
- Upright and Recumbent Bikes
- Stairmasters
- Ellipticals
- Treadmills
- Nautilus One Series – Seated Exercise Equipment
- Semi-Private Exercise Space (Grey Studio & MAC Court Overlook) – equipped with Matrix Connexus training system, dumb bells, yoga mats, medicine balls, kettle bells, and more
The track is open to patrons of the facility during hours unless otherwise noted. Equipment including free weights is not permitted on the track. However, specific equipment may be permitted at the discretion of the staff.
The 14-acre McDonough Intramural Field Complex includes field lighting, synthetic and natural surfaces, skinned infields for softball and baseball, the IM Fieldhouse, and an outdoor volleyball pit. Campus Recreation controls the use of the Intramural Field Complex at all times. Use of the Intramural Field Complex is subject to field and weather conditions. Each field has lights.
- Field 1 – Softball Diamond (50′ or 45′ Bases, Movable Fencing can be 225′ or +300′, Includes backstop and team benches)
- Field 2 – Baseball Diamond (60′ Mound, 90′ Bases, Movable Fencing can be 225′ or +300′ Includes backstop and team benches)
- Field 3 – 120yd x 100yd Natural Playing Surface (also includes goal posts)
- Field 4 – Modern Synthetic Turf Surface (Includes backstop and team benches)
- Field 5 – Short-Pile AstroTurf Surface
Sand Volleyball Pit
Campus Rec Programs
Adventure Programs strives to provide access and understanding of outdoor recreation, sports, and etiquette to all EKU students and the Richmond community. We aim to achieve this through the implementation of adventure trips, workshops, rental equipment, and a well-maintained climbing center. Adventure Programs emphasizes leadership development, communication, and teamwork skills through comprehensive programing and facilitation on our challenge course.
For current EKU students and faculty/staff members of the Fitness and Wellness Center, we offer an indoor climbing center, outdoor trips program, skill development workshops, and an outdoor gear rental program including semester bike rentals! We are sure you’ll find something to suit your personal level of ability.
The Club Sports Program is designed to provide opportunities for students with similar interests to participate in various sports or recreational activities. Each club is organized by students and is student governed with assistance from Campus Recreation. Clubs are designed primarily for undergraduate students, but graduate students and faculty/staff can participate with the approval of the club. Club Sports are committed to providing an inclusive community. Through competition and skill development, lifelong relationships are built while emphasizing healthy lifestyles.
We currently sponsor 18 registered student organizations, that are identified by Campus Recreation as Club Sports. Our clubs are all self-governed and operate with funding from team fundraising and Student Government Association (SGA) allocations. Most clubs hold tryouts during the fall and spring semesters. Current clubs include: Archery, Club Baseball, Clay Target, Bass, Disc Golf, Equestrian, Esports, Fencing, Ice Hockey, Club Men’s Volleyball, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Shotgun, Club Women’s Soccer, Club Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, and Club Women’s Volleyball.
The fitness program at the Student Recreation Center strives to provide a welcoming, inclusive environment where students, employees and other patrons have the opportunity to learn about and participate in a variety of exercise styles and programs.
Group Fitness
We offer a variety of group fitness classes free with facility membership. Classes are led by highly trained, certified instructors and are open to all fitness levels.
Personal Training
Campus Recreation offers one-on-one personal training sessions, tailored to individual’s training desires and needs. The initial assessment is free with no commitment to continue. Additional sessions are affordably priced with flexible scheduling options.
Eastern Kentucky University Intramural Sports Program offers a variety of fun and unique opportunities to its participants through sport leagues, tournaments, and special activities. Whether you’re a competitive and athletic sports enthusiast or looking for a daily source of exercise, Intramural Sports provides a variety of activities for all areas of interest and ability. Compete with friends, colleagues, or sign up as a free agent; there are no additional fees to participate. All participants must be an EKU student, faculty, staff, or alumnus with a FWC membership to participate.
The Student Wellness Program strives to build a campus environment that values and exemplifies overall well-being by providing dynamic applied learning opportunities and peer mentorship. The department works to empower students and promote skills that support healthy choices and personal growth, building a foundation for lifelong wellness.