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Facilities & Hours

Palmer

Palmer Field Temporary Facility

Hours

Nov 21 – 25
Thu, Nov 21
7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri, Nov 22
7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sat, Nov 23
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sun, Nov 24
11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Mon, Nov 25
7:00 am – 10:00 pm

Facility Access

Enter from the north end of Palmer Field under the footbridge that goes over Washtenaw Ave. University of Michigan students and Recreational Sports members must present a valid Mcard or Recreational Sports Member Card each visit to gain access to a facility. Visit our Policies for more information on Facility Access.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Canham

Canham Natatorium

Hours

Nov 21 – 25

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Thu 21
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Canham Open

About this class…

Please register here to lap swim at Canham on Thursdays. We ask that you register for each day you plan to swim in advance. You are also able to sign up in person at the facility, if needed. If you're unable to make it, please cancel your registration.

Time
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location
Instructor
Fri 22
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Canham Open

About this class…

Please register here to lap swim at Canham on Fridays. We ask that you register for each day you plan to swim in advance. You are also able to sign up in person at the facility, if needed. If you're unable to make it, please cancel your registration.

Time
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location
Instructor
Sat 23
No events
Sun 24
No events
Mon 25
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Canham Open

About this class…

Please register here to lap swim at Canham on Mondays. We ask that you register for each day you plan to swim in advance. You are also able to sign up in person at the facility, if needed. If you're unable to make it, please cancel your registration.

Time
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location
Instructor

Facility Access

Enter through the doors labeled Athlete Entrance on the South side of the building off the parking lot. University of Michigan students and Recreational Sports members must register online for each visit to gain access to the facility. This can be done ahead of time or on-site. If you know you can’t make it that day, be sure to drop your registration so that someone else can have your place. You will also be required to present your MCard or Rec Sports card. Visit our Policies for more information on Facility Access.

Please note that you can’t access Canham from the Intramural Sports Building (IMSB).

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Baits Tennis Courts

Baits Tennis Courts

Hours

Baits Tennis Courts are available for open recreation use April-November from dawn – dusk, seven days a week. They are available on a first-come, first served order.

Facility Access

Courts can be accessed through the entrances in the fence surrounding the courts.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

IMSB

Intramural Sports Building

Hours

Nov 21 – 25
Thu, Nov 21
6:30 am – 11:00 pm
Fri, Nov 22
6:30 am – 9:00 pm
Sat, Nov 23
Closed
Sun, Nov 24
9:00 am – 11:00 pm
Mon, Nov 25
6:30 am – 11:00 pm

Facility Access

The main entrance is located directly on E. Hoover Ave. in front of Commuter North and Commuter South bus stops. University of Michigan students and Recreational Sports members must present a valid Mcard or Recreational Sports Member Card each visit to gain access to a facility.  Visit our Policies for more information on Facility Access.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

NCRB

North Campus Recreation Building

Hours

Nov 21 – 25
NCRB
NCRB POOL
Thu, Nov 21
NCRB
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
NCRB POOL
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri, Nov 22
NCRB
6:00 am – 9:00 pm
NCRB POOL
6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sat, Nov 23
NCRB
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
NCRB POOL
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sun, Nov 24
NCRB
9:00 am – 11:00 pm
NCRB POOL
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
Mon, Nov 25
NCRB
6:00 am – 11:00 pm
NCRB POOL
6:00 am – 10:00 pm

Facility Access

Enter through the main entrance at the corner of Hubbard Rd. and Murfin Ave. Limited paid parking is available in front of the entrance. University of Michigan students and Recreational Sports members must present a valid Mcard or Recreational Sports Member Card each visit to gain access to a facility.  Visit our Policies for more information on Facility Access.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Coliseum

Sports Coliseum

Facility Access

The general entrance is at the north side of the building, adjacent to the Yellow parking lot. (The west entrance is reserved for the Men’s Gymnastics team.)

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Rental Center

Adventure Leadership Rental Center

Hours

Nov 21 – 25
Thu, Nov 21
Closed
Fri, Nov 22
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Sat, Nov 23
Closed
Sun, Nov 24
Closed
Mon, Nov 25
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Facility Access

The Adventure Leadership Rental Center is open for drop-in rentals and reservations. Please visit https://recsports.umich.edu/rentals/ to reserve equipment.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Hubbard Road Fields

Hubbard Road Recreation Fields

Hours

The fields are available for open recreation use from dawn – dusk, seven days a week unless other activities are scheduled. They are also available for rental.

Facility Access

Hubbard Road Recreation Fields can be accessed from Hubbard Road.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Mitchell Field

Mitchell Field

Hours

Mitchell Field is available for open recreation use April-November from dawn – dusk, seven days a week. The fields and sand volleyball courts are available when no other activities are scheduled.

Facility Access

Mitchell Field is most easily accessed via Michigan bus (several routes stop at the field building). Parking is also available for those with orange parking passes. Visit our Policies for more information on Facility Access and Use.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Palmer Field

Palmer Field

Hours

Open year round from dawn to dusk.

Facility Access

Access this space at any of the four corners of the field. Adjacent tennis courts and basketball pads are located south of the field and track.

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Radrick

Adventure Education Center at Radrick Property

Facility Access

Contact us to rent this space. When you drive here, look for a gravel driveway marked with a blue “Adventure Education Center” sign. Follow the driveway to the open field for free parking.  Park and walk across the field to the Team Center building.

 

To see all the information associated with this facility, go to the full facility page.

Fitness

Join Us

You’re joining more than a gym.

Whether you’ve been working out for years or you’re new to the gym world, it’s our mission to be present and standing by, ready to offer instruction, advice or just a word of encouragement. Members get open access to our machines, weights, courts and pools in the comfort of a supportive environment.

Group‑X

Unlimited classes, just one pass.

A Group‑X pass is the ticket to waking up your workout. Choose from a variety of classes including dance-inspired yoga, cardio and strength—all taught by dedicated instructors who will engage, inspire and push you to grow. Start now.

Personal Training

Train with the best.

Sometimes one-on-one support can be the difference between achieving your goals or abandoning them. Whether you’re new to the world of gym equipment, recovering from an injury, or want to take your workout to another level, our personal trainers will map out a path to success, custom made for you.

Specialized Group Training

The best of both, designed for you.

Get individualized training among the support of your group—small group training combines benefits of two great programs into one to help you succeed.


Competition

Intramural Sports

Team up for fitness and fun.

Intramural Sports offer the perfect balance of competition and community. Whether you’re a beginner or an aficionado, there’s a team for you. So join us and be a part of a Michigan tradition that began in Recreational Sports more than 100 years ago.

Esports

Bring your passion for video gaming.

Multiplayer video game team competition isn’t new to U‑M students, but it has a new home at Recreational Sports. Students run our entire esports program—which focuses on competition, community, and well-being.

Club Sports

Play for Michigan.

We are Wolverines. We are true blue athletes. We play for school pride. We play to be champions. We play for Michigan. Learn how you can be a part of championship teams who bring home titles for your school.


Adventure

Adventure Leadership

Take a hike.

Shoot the rapids, explore the wilds of the Keweenaw or go spelunking. Learn about wilderness survival, outdoor cooking or how to build a winter shelter. Rent a tent, a camp stove, a canoe or a mountain bike. Get in on one of our exciting trips or use our rental gear to make your next vacation an affordable getaway into the great outdoors.

Adventure Leadership

Dream teams are made here.

Improve communications. Break down barriers. Encourage collaboration. Foster teamwork. Reshape your culture. Kick off a new project. Whatever your goals may be for your department, team or organization, we challenge you to be better together.

Adventure Leadership

Get your gear, here.

Planning an outdoor adventure doesn’t have to include an expensive trip to the nearest outfitter. Just rent from us instead! We offer inspected and dependable equipment like tents, lanterns, kayaks, canoes, skis and more.


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