UTD University Recreation

“What motivates me to work out is that I think for women it’s really important to do strength training because our bone density significantly decreases when we get older, and become unable to do basic things in our day-to-day life, so I want to prevent that from happening. I want to become strong and fit and be able to set myself up for success by doing this, so doing everyday things when I’m older and just making sure of everything.”
-Pradhiksha

How will working out support your long-term goals?

"I'm motivated to workout so that I can stay fit and healthy. Being fit will help me stay strong and maintain my health, especially in the long run. Aside from building strength, I also want to run a marathon one day."
-Arunabho

What motivates you to workout?


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Alt text: Photo of student working out.

The weather is heating up and so is the competition! Summer break doesn't mean you have to take a break from Intramurals. Sign up to compete in Intramurals this summer across 11 different events, including volleyball, pickleball, basketball, badminton, dodgeball, soccer, and more! 😎

For registration and more information, please visit the UTD IMLeagues website.


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Alt text: Graphic promoting summer intramural sporting events, followed by slides with pictures of students playing various sports.

Earlier this month, we celebrated our hardworking student staff at our annual UREC “Staffapalooza” event, where they were able to celebrate each other’s accomplishments this past year. We also had a bittersweet send-off with our 2026 graduates who received UREC stoles honoring their time with us. We are so proud of all our students and thank them for their dedication to UREC!

An additional congratulations goes out to our award recipients across our various departments. These individuals are recognized for their outstanding work this year with UREC!

Recipients are as follows:
Fitness Awards
Fitness Staff of the Year: Devang Kamble
Rookie of the Year: Aru Swaroop

Aquatics Awards
Lifeguard of the Year: Blake Sakura
Supervisor of the Year: Alex Schweiger
WSI of the Year: Ryan Ju

Comp Sports Awards
Official of the Year: Oscar Buitrago
Sport Lead of the Year: Paritosh Bonga
Supervisor of the Year: Jatiin Duggasani

Rock Climbing Awards
Setter of the Year: Pavel Trudolyubov
Staff of the Year: Pramit Shivakumar

Marketing Awards
Marketing Staff of the Year: Adetirele Adekanye

RCW Awards
Staff of the Year: Dashle Tan
Supervisor of the Year: Jocelyn Luna

AC Awards
Staff of the Year: David Sowah-Klu
Head Attendant of the Year: Radha Bhuvanesh Kathiresan
Supervisor of the Year: Will Fischer

CARE Awards (Celebrate Achievement, Reward Excellence):
Nominees: Cody Haines, Carlos Motta
Winners: Annabelle Chang, Nicholas Gross

Once again, we are so proud of everyone, and congratulations to all!


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Alt text: Pictures of UTD UREC student workers enjoying commemorative end-of-year staff event with presentations, awards, and various activities.

Surprise! GroupX is starting early this summer. Get your fit on with a variety of options.

A complete list of classes can be found on our website through the link in our profile.



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Alt text: Graphics with a list of group fitness classes that will be hosted over the summer.

Summer break is in full swing and so are our summer hours (listed below and on our website)!
Along with our modified summer hours, there will be additional adjustments for upcoming holidays and maintenance closures. Please check the website for the most up to date hours. Stay tuned and stay cool this summer Comets! ☀️

Note: Students must be enrolled in the current semester on campus (online students do not pay the Recreation Facility fee with their Bursar charges), and have tuition and fees paid.

Summer Hours
Activity Center:
Mon – Thu | 7 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Fri | 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sat | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sun | Noon – 12 a.m.

Rec Center West:
Mon – Sat | 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sun | Noon – 8 p.m.

Natatorium/Pool:
Mon – Fri | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat – Sun | 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Climbing Wall:
June 9th – July 30th
Tues & Thu | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Synergy Park North (SPN)
Staff and Faculty Hours
Mon – Fri |
5:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.


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Alt text: A picture near the path to entrance of the Activity Center with an overlaying caption that states "UTD UREC", "Summer Hours", and "Info in Caption".

Happy Graduation Week Comets! ConGRADulations to all of our UREC Spring 2026 graduates!

We are so proud of everyone and are so excited to see where you WHOOSH off to next! 🎓


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Alt text: Pictures of UREC student staff in graduation regalia around campus.

Starting this Monday, our facilities will open at adjusted hours due to graduation ceremonies on campus this week!🕕🎓

Please note our Summer hours officially start Thursday, May 21st. More information on our summer hours will be posted soon.

Activity Center:
May 18th-19th: 6 P.M. - 12 A.M.
May 20th 4 P.M. - 12 A.M.
May 21st: 7 A.M. - 12 A.M.
May 22nd: 7 A.M. - 10 P.M.
May 23rd: 8 A.M. - 10 P.M.

Rec Center West:
May 18th-23rd: 10 A.M. - 8 P.M.

Natatorium/Pool:
May 18th-19th: 6 P.M. - 10 P.M.
May 20th 4 P.M. - 10 P.M.
May 21st-22nd: 10 A.M. - 7 P.M.
May 23rd: 1 A.M. - 7 P.M.

Synergy Park North (SPN) will be open at normal operating times.


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Alt text: A picture of the entrance of the Activity Center with an overlaying caption that states "May 18th-23rd", "Graduation Week Hours", and "Info in Caption".

The Yoga and Boba combo flow state brought to you by UREC and UTD Alumni!🧘🧋

Some highlights from our Yoga and Boba event last month! We hope our students enjoyed taking the time to go through a relaxing yoga session in to drinking refreshing boba drinks!


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Alt text: Photos of students going through a yoga session led by a fitness instructor and "Fat Straw" boba drinks laid out on a table.