Kent State University Recreation and Wellness Services

09/06/2024

Prioritize your safety & boost your confidence with this Women's Self Defense Class! All ages are welcome. The first class starts on Sept. 9 so sign up in our bio today!

09/05/2024

Want to test your limits? Join us for our first Double Down Thursday of the Semester! After each 7:30 p.m. spin class, you will be invited to log some extra time on that bike. Bring a food or personal hygiene donation to receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes at the end of the semester! A minimum of 1 donation item is required for entry.
The first class is 9/12...See you then. 💙⚡️🚲

09/04/2024

Did the Summer Olympics swimming appeal to you this year? Well good news, we have some upcoming Learn to Swim Lessons for you! Register online at recwell.kent.edu to start your Olympic journey! 🏊

09/04/2024

Even though we have a little time until winter, it is a good time for Learn to Skate lessons! Don't miss out as you can learn right here on campus! The first session of the Learn to Skate Lessons start this Saturday, Sept. 7. Register online at recwell.kent.edu. ⛸❄️

09/02/2024

Emergencies can happen anywhere, at anytime. Are you prepared to respond? Register for one of our upcoming safety certification courses. First Aid/CPR/AED is on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 1 - 6 p.m. and CPR/AED Professional Rescuer is on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 12 - 5 p.m. Costs: Student $80, Member $85, Non-member $95. Pre-registration required. Register online at recwell.kent.edu. 💪🏼

09/01/2024

The SRWC will be open from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Complete hours can be found online at www.kent.edu/recwell/facility-hours

08/31/2024

Need to let off some steam after class? Or maybe just want to partake in a fun, new workout? Try our Blue & Gold Boxing Instructional Fitness program. With classes starting Sept. 5, head over to our website to register today! You won't regret it as this program will have you "hooked!"

08/31/2024

Grab a friend + some snacks and join us for 2 days of adventure! The Hocking Hills State Park holds an erray of outdoor activities for you to enjoy. Ranging from exploring waterfalls to touring hiking trails, this surely won't be a trip to miss! Transportation, gear, and instruction are included in the cost. Check our bio for registration link! 🌞

08/30/2024

Kent State University Recreation and Wellness Services is currently hiring for the following positions:
• Assistant Director, Competitive Sports and Outdoor Facilities
• Communications and Engagement Coordinator
• Recreation Program Coordinator, Ice Arena
Interested applicants can get additional information and apply online at jobs.kent.edu

08/30/2024

08/27/2024

A full day of fun! We welcomed back our students at the annual RecWelcome Back Event…and this year was the place to be! Over 1,700 students reined in the new semester with the Farmer’s Market, ice skating, SRWC Block Party and our Dive In Movie viewing of “Finding Nemo”. 🐠 Thanks to all the people that made this a great day!

08/26/2024

Looking for something fun to do this Labor Day weekend? Sign up to go kayaking on the Cuyahoga River in downtown Kent on Saturday, Aug. 31 from 2 - 5 p.m. Cost is $30 and no experience is necessary! Register online at https://ow.ly/zniG50T6SYA.

08/22/2024

Text your friends and sign up for 4v4 Sand Volleyball before its too late! Don’t forget each person needs to purchase an IM Play-Pass to play. Link is in our bio!!🏐🏖

08/12/2024

Come out and celebrate KSU Kickoff with us this Saturday as we host events throughout the day! Hope to see you here⚡️⚡️

07/05/2024

The SRWC Multipurpose Gym is closed from Monday, July 8 - Sunday, July 14 due to a facility improvement project. We apologize for any inconvenience.

07/03/2024

The SRWC is closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We apologize for any inconvenience.

06/21/2024

It's Paddle Mania!
Sunday, July 14 : West Branch State Park - Rock Spring Road Ramp
9 – 10 a.m.: Kayak Basic Course
10 – 11 a.m.: Stand Up Paddleboard Basic Course
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (noon): Kayak Basic Course

Pre-registration is required. Call 724-247-5716 or email [email protected]

Come try paddlesports for FREE!
Equipment may be provided. Must be ages 8 and older.

06/19/2024

The SRWC is closed on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/29/2024

Expanded Natatorium Hours!!
We are excited to announce our expanded Natatorium hours for this summer effective immediately! The SRWC Natatorium will be open Monday – Friday from 5:30 a.m. – 6 :45 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. A special shout out to Lizzy Buckholt, our new Assistant Director for Aquatics and Outdoor Adventure, for her work in recruiting, hiring and training new lifeguards to make this possible! A complete list of the SRWC facility hours are available online at www.kent.edu/recwell/facility-hours

05/25/2024

Due to university power testing resulting in a lack of power, the SRWC is closed today, Saturday, May 25.

We will also be closed on Sunday, May 26 (normal summer hours) and Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day holiday).

We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/19/2024

Kent State University turns 114 today, May 19, and we are celebrating by helping Kent State's birthday wishes come true! Donate today to the Kent State Recreation and Wellness Services $25 for 25 Campaign, a celebration of the collective impact we've had on the lives of our community during the past two and a half decades! The Kent State Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) has stood as a beacon of support for students, faculty, staff, and the local community for 25 years. With your help, we can expand access to our programs and services, enhance facilities and equipment, and ensure that the SRWC remains a cornerstone of student and community support for years to come.

Click this link to donate today! https://ow.ly/77h850Rbrnx

05/09/2024

Congratulations to all of our Spring Semester Intramural Sports Champions! We had a blast and want to thank everyone who participated. We can’t wait to see you all in the Fall!

05/01/2024

We want to give a special shoutout and congratulations to all our graduating seniors this spring! We thank you for dedication to RecWell and will miss you so much. We cannot wait to see what you do in the future!

04/22/2024

Thank you to all the wonderful staff that attended our annual Staff Appreciation Banquet this past weekend. We had so much fun recognizing and celebrating all of the wonderful staff members that are part of Recreation and Wellness Services! 💛 💛

04/11/2024

Did you know? Our student employees have a collective 3.45 GPA. Studies have shown that students who are in on - campus student employment positions generally have higher GPA’s than non - student employees. Our student employees manage a lot – from academics to work to social life, they stay busy🤓🧑‍💻

04/10/2024

Did you know? From May 7, 2023 - February 10, 2024, our student employees across the entire department and all facilities have worked a collective amount of 68,441 hours🤩🤩

04/10/2024

Last evening (April 9, 2024 - on the 25th Anniversary of the SRWC grand opening), Recreation and Wellness Services was recognized with the Flashes GROW Award at the Student Employee Awards Celebration. This recognition is a testament to the leadership of our administrators who oversee student employees. Congratulations Kent State University Recreation and Wellness Services!!!

Student Employee Awards Celebration (SEAC) is established to recognize student employees and supervisors who embody service, excellence and dedication to the mission of Kent State University. More information can be found here: https://www.kent.edu/career/student-employee-appreciation-week.

The Flashes GROW Award recognizes a supervisor or department dedicated to preparing students for their careers through student employment. They engage students in high-impact conversations, that require reflection on their work, to help students articulate the knowledge and skills learned through work and make connections to academics and beyond.

04/09/2024

Our student employees have academic majors and minors in a wide variety of disciplines and work industries. Collectively, our staff have 61 different majors. The most popular is Nursing (6.17% of total staff) and a close second is Exercise Science (5.34% of total staff).

04/09/2024

Celebrating 25 years and building a strong future, $25 for 25 Campaign!

The Kent State Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) has stood as a beacon of support for students, faculty, staff, and the local community for 25 years. Since the opening of the SRWC on Apr. 9, 1999, our commitment to well-being has remained unwavering, and we have provided recreation and wellness opportunities for more than 10 million people.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Kent State Recreation and Wellness Services $25 for 25 Campaign, a celebration of the collective impact we've had on the lives of our community during the past two and a half decades. With your help, we plan to expand access to our programs and services, enhance facilities and equipment, and ensure that the SRWC remains a cornerstone of student and community support for years to come.

Click this link to donate today! https://ow.ly/77h850Rbrnx