Self Service
Our self-service recreation options give you the freedom to enjoy the activity your way and on your timeline. Whether you’re setting up a hammock for a peaceful afternoon nap, grabbing a frisbee or football for a quick game with friends, or testing out a new app workout, we make it easy. Simply check out the equipment you need, head to your favorite spot, and make the most of your time outdoors.
Discover convenient, flexible, and fun ways to get active and unwind—no reservations required, just your sense of adventure.
RecRe Lockers
Our RecRe locker, located in the breezeway outside the Campus Recreation Center, makes checking out gear quick and easy. Students, faculty, and staff can borrow a variety of outdoor and sports equipment free of charge for up to 8 hours. Perfect for spontaneous play or a break between classes, just scan the QR code on the locker, choose what you need, and you’re ready to go.
Hammock Rentals
Where can I get a Hammock?
Students, faculty and staff can use the Free Rentals locker, located in the walkway between the CRC east entry and Market on Main, to check out a hammock, straps and carabiners. Access rental items by scanning the QR code and following instructions.
Additional outdoor equipment is also available. Rental periods are listed for each item.
How to Hang a Hammock
Fitness On The Go
Start your fitness journey exactly where you are!
Our fitness professionals researched over 20 fitness apps to find the BEST for anyone looking for at-home options. Check out our Top 6 recommendations below!
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| Over 500 ad-free workouts! | Instructors provide minimal modifications for the different exercises. | |
| All workouts can be completed in 45 minutes or less. | Lacks body inclusivity. | |
| 21-day Kickstart Program options for beginners. | Classes can't be tailored to one's specific fitness goals. | |
| Offers a variety of programs including boxing, HIIT, dance, yoga and more! |
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| All workouts can be completed in 45 minutes or less! | Additional equipment is needed for more advanced workouts (e.g., treadmill, bike, rower). | |
| Majority of the workouts can be completed with minimal equipment (e.g., mat, dumbbells, resistance bands, etc.). | Only compatible with Apple products. | |
| Offers a 1-month FREE trial. | After the free trial there's a $9.99 monthly fee. | |
| Offers a variety of programs including kickboxing, yoga, pilates, strength, core, mindfulness and more! |
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| It offers a three tiered plan for you to choose from, one of the plans being FREE. | Monthly fees for additional features and programming range from $6.99 -$9.99. | |
| It offers a 14-day trial for the paid plans. | The majority of the classes need additional equipment (e.g., treadmill, dumbbells, rower, bike, kettlebells, etc.). | |
| Gives the opportunity to sync your music and fitness tracker (i.e., Apple watch). | Limited number of classes on the free plan. | |
| Unlimited access to over 1,000 classes with the paid option. |
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| Offers both live and on-demand workouts. | Much of the content you pay for in the pro version can be found for free provided by other apps. | |
| Variety of wrokouts including HIIT, dance, barre and more! | Lacks size inclusivity. | |
| Provides a live leaderboard and heartrate tracking via a fitness tracker. | Individual programs do not thoroughly explain what is expected prior to starting, some workouts have misleading or confusting titles. | |
| The pro version of the app is an annual subscription rate of $29.99. |
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| All contents is FREE! | Can only follow ONE program at a time (i.e., you cannot follow a strength and yoga program at the same time). | |
| Option to take a quiz to customize your exercise preferences. | Some programs require a lot of equipment. | |
| Workout times range from 10 - 60 minutes. | Occasional technical glitches. | |
| Offers a variety of Programs including, yoga, strength training, cardio and more! |
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| Offers a free trial option. | Monthly or annual fee after the free trial ends. | |
| Allows for users to create their own routine. | Users can only participate in certain programs and challenges if they pay for the lower end plan. | |
| Offers live and on-demand workouts with no equipment needed. | Limited number of free classes. | |
| Offers a variety of programs including yoga, strength, meditation, running, walking and more! | ||
| Includes an outdoor option for certain classes. |