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!
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Over 500 ad-free workouts! All workouts can be completed in 45 minutes or less. 21-day Kickstart Program options for beginners. Offers a variety of programs including boxing, HIIT, dance, yoga and more! |
Instructors provide minimal modifications for the different exercises. Lacks body inclusivity. Classes can't be tailored to one's specific fitness goals.
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All workouts can be completed in 45 minutes or less! Majority of the workouts can be completed with minimal equipment (e.g., mat, dumbbells, resistance bands, etc.). Offers a 1-month FREE trial. Offers a variety of programs including kickboxing, yoga, pilates, strength, core, mindfulness and more! |
Additional equipment is needed for more advanced workouts (e.g., treadmill, bike, rower). Only compatible with Apple products. After the free trial there's a $9.99 monthly fee. |
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It offers a three tiered plan for you to choose from, one of the plans being FREE. It offers a 14-day trial for the paid plans. Gives the opportunity to sync your music and fitness tracker (i.e., Apple watch). Unlimited access to over 1,000 classes with the paid option |
Monthly fees for additional features and programming range from $6.99 -$9.99. The majority of the classes need additional equipment (e.g., treadmill, dumbbells, rower, bike, kettlebells, etc.) Limited number of classes on the free plan |
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Offers both live and on-demand workouts. Variety of wrokouts including HIIT, dance, barre and more! Provides a live leaderboard and heartrate tracking via a fitness tracker.
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Much of the content you pay for in the pro version can be found for free provided by other apps. Lacks size inclusivity. 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
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All contents is FREE! Option to take a quiz to customize your exercise preferences. Workout times range from 10 - 60 minutes. Offers a variety of Programs including, yoga, strength training, cardio and more!
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Can only follow ONE program at a time (i.e., you cannot follow a strength and yoga program at the same time). Some programs require a lot of equipment. Occasional technical glitches |
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Offers a free trial option. Allows for users to create their own routine. Offers live and on-demand workouts with no equipment needed. Offers a variety of programs including yoga, strength, meditation, running, walking and more! Includes an outdoor option for certain classes. |
Monthly or annual fee after the free trial ends. Users can only participate in certain programs and challenges if they pay for the lower end plan. Limited number of free classes. |