Recreation encourages all of the Rutgers community to stay active during reading days and finals. Taking an active break while studying can help boost focus and concentration, reduces stress, improves memory retention, boosts creativity and problem-solving and improves physical health.
All revised facility hours can be viewed on the RURECTOGO app or by clicking here.
The Fitness & Wellness class schedule will follow a revised schedule in May, please view the daily schedule on the RUREC2GO app or click here.
To register for Recreation programs such as Adventure Recreation Trips, swimming lessons, Inbody testing and more, click here.
Highlighted Events:
TOWER JUMP
This annual event is one of our most memorable opportunities. Participants will jump from our 10-meter diving tower into our 17-foot diving well with the safety and guidance of Rutgers' Varsity Diving Coach and the Rutgers Recreation Aquatic Staff. Do you want to know what it is like to drop from over 30 feet, then join us!
Date/Time: Friday, May 2nd 8:00-10:00PM
Location: Sonny Werblin Recreation Center, Olympic Pool
Registration is required: https://go.rutgers.edu/recregistration
WELLNESS STUDY BREAK
Recharge your body and mind before finals with our calming wellness event designed to help de-stress and focus and leave with your own DIY aromatherapy rice bag using soothing essential oils to help add a little comfort during your study sessions. Stay for the whole event or just drop in and you will feel more grounded, relaxed, and ready to tackle finals.
Date: Tuesday, May 6th
Location: Sonny Werblin Recreation Center
Time/Opportunities:
11:00-1:00PM: INBODY assessments: Get to know your body better with a free Inbody scan and learn more about your muscle mass, body fat percentage, hydration levels and more.
11:00-1:00PM DIY (do it yourself) Aromatherapy Rice Bags
12:00-1:00PM Restorative Yoga: Ease tension with a gentle yoga session focusing on deep relaxation.
1:15-1:45PM: Guided Meditation: enjoy the powerful benefits of mediation. We will gently walk you through the practice that includes visualizations, breathing exercises, or mindfulness techniques.
There are opportunities for professional and personal development this summer; registration is now open for the following:
NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)– Personal Trainer Certification Registration Deadline: May 29th
Day/Date/Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays/ June 3rd – July 3rd, 2025/5:00-7:00PM
Location: Sonny Werblin Rec Center
TRX ™ (Total Resistance Exercises) Certification
Registration Deadline: June 1
Day/Date/Time: Sunday, June 8th , 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: Livingston Rec Center
Les Mills™ Pilates Instructor Certification
Registration Deadline: May 28
Day/Date/Time: Saturday, June 14th 9:00am-3:00pm
Location: Werblin Rec Center
SPINNING ® Instructor Certification
Registration Deadline: July 10th
Day/Date/Time: Saturday, July 13th 9:30am-6:30pm
Location: Werblin Rec Center
