Cal Poly ASI

10/11/2026

✨ Calling all makers!✨
Vendor applications for the ASI Craft Center's Fall Makers Market, happening Dec. 1–3 in Chumash Auditorium (Building 65, Room 205) are opening soon! If you have handmade goods to sell, you can apply from Monday, Oct. 19, at 8 a.m. to Sunday, Nov. 1, at 11:59 p.m.. Don't miss this chance to showcase your work!
To learn more and apply, visit the link in our bio.

10/09/2026

Get moving with ASI Fitness workshops this October! 💪

🥋 Shorin Ryu Karate

Learn the fundamentals of this traditional martial art on Oct. 17 from 12:30–2 p.m. in Studio 2 at the Recreation Center (Bldg. 43, Room 213).

Find more information at the link in our bio. 🔗

💃 Noche de Salsa y Bachata

Join us for an evening of salsa and bachata dancing on Oct. 22 from 7–8:30 p.m. in Studio 2 at the Recreation Center (Bldg. 43, Room 213).

Find more information at the link in our bio. 🔗

10/08/2026

Ready for your next adventure? 🌲🏕️

ASI Poly Escapes has plenty of ways to get outside this fall — from quick Escape Hours on campus to day trips and overnight adventures!

UPCOMING ADVENTURES

🌿 Plant ID in Poly Canyon
Oct. 14

🏕️ Montaña de Oro Overnight Camping
Oct. 16–17
Spots are still available!

📓 Nature Journaling at the Leaning Pine Arboretum
Nov. 4

🥾 MDO Hike
Nov. 7

Get outside, try something new and make the most of fall! 🍂 Sign up while spots are available, or join the waitlist if a trip is full.

Learn more and sign up at

Poly Escapes offers student-led trips, training and certification courses, events, and low-priced equipment rentals for your next adventure!

10/08/2026

Represent your college with ASI Student Government! 📣

Applications are opening for the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) representative seat on the University Union Advisory Board (UUAB)!

As a UUAB representative, you’ll have the opportunity to share your college’s perspective, connect with fellow student leaders, and help represent the student voice at Cal Poly.

Applications open: Monday, Oct. 12 at 9 a.m. 📅
Applications close: Friday, Oct. 23 at 9 a.m. ⏰

Applicants must be a member of the academic college they are applying to represent.

Interested? Visit the Recruitment and Elections page through the link in our bio to learn more!

10/07/2026

🌿 Your wellness reset starts here!

Join ASI Wellness this fall for simple ways to relax, recharge, and de-stress. Save the dates and find a wellness event that works for you!

When Life Gives You Lemons
📅 Wed, Oct. 21
⏰ 10 a.m.–noon
📍 Recreation Center Plaza (043-0194)

Pedal with Purpose
📅 Wed, Nov. 4
⏰ 10 a.m.–noon
📍 Recreation Center Plaza (043-0194)

Study Survival Station
📅 Wed, Nov. 18
⏰ 10 a.m.–noon
📍 Lap Pool Overlook (043-0195)

Sound Bath Sanctuary
📅 Tues, Dec. 1
⏰ 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Studio 2 (043-0213)

Relaxation Room
📅 Mon, Dec. 7–Fri, Dec. 18
⏰ Recreation Center Open Hours
📍 Training Room (043-0109)

For more information visit bit.ly/StudentsEssentials 🧘‍♀️

10/05/2026

NEW at the Upper Sports Complex! 🎉 ASI Recreational Sports has launched a self-service RecRe Outdoor Equipment Locker, making it easier to grab gear and play on the spot.

Students and Rec Center members can check out recreational equipment for free—like footballs and pickleball equipment—right where they play!

Just scan the QR code on the locker, choose available equipment through your phone’s web browser, and complete your checkout. No app download needed! When you’re done, return your equipment using the same system.

Grab your gear, meet up with friends, and start playing! 🏈🏸⚽

10/05/2026

It’s officially spooky season! Get into the spirit by coming to the Great Aquatic Pumpkin Hunt! Choose your favorite pumpkin from the Leisure Pool Pumpkin Patch and carve your dream pumpkin! All the carving tools will be provided, just bring your energy and creativity! Your pumpkin will be judged by our very own panel of pumpkin experts, and the lucky winner will receive a free pumpkin pie! 🎃🍁🥧

📅 Sunday, Oct. 25

⏰ Noon - 3 p.m.

📍 Cal Poly Recreation Center (BLDG. 43) Leisure Pool

Enrollment is free and open to all Recreation Center members, and there is space for 30 participants. 😁👻🎃

10/03/2026

Now Available at the ASI Poly Escapes Rental Center: Sandboards! 🏜️

Rent your board for $7 for students or $9 for non-students. Hit the dunes with friends for a fun day of gliding down the sand! 🏂

Check them out at the Poly Escapes Rental Center in Bldg. 43.

10/03/2026

Need a place to relax this semester? Take your mind off school and come create with us at the Craft Center! 🎨

Session 2 class registration opens Monday, Oct. 5 at 8 a.m.! Visit the link in bio for more information!

➡️ Swipe for details on our class offerings!

Build confidence using a sewing machine as you learn advanced construction, garment alterations and pattern modifications in our sewing class!

Beginner Sewing class times:
Tuesdays: 12–2 p.m.
Tuesdays: 4–6 p.m.
Wednesdays: 12–2 p.m.
Wednesdays: 6–8 p.m.

Intermediate Sewing class time:
Thursdays: 12–2 p.m.

Choose a watercolor or acrylic painting class and create your own work of art with instructor guidance.

Acrylic Painting class time:
Tuesdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Watercolor class time:
Thursdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Learn handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques to create wall hangings, pots, tiles, cups, mugs, bowls and more in one of our ceramics classes!

Beginner Wheel Throwing class times:
Mondays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Mondays: 1–3 p.m.
Tuesdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Tuesdays: 6–8 p.m.
Wednesdays: 1–3 p.m.
Wednesdays: 3–5 p.m.
Thursdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Thursdays: 4–6 p.m.
Fridays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Intermediate Wheel Throwing class times:
Mondays: 4–6 p.m.
Wednesdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Fridays: 12–2 p.m.

Handbuilding class times:
Mondays: 12–2 p.m.
Tuesdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Thursdays: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Thursdays: 2–4 p.m.

Learn tooling, shaping, stamping and carving while making coasters, key chains, bracelets and belts in one of our leatherworking classes!

Class times:
Wednesdays: 12–2 p.m.
Fridays: 12–2 p.m.

10/02/2026

🏆 Gear up, Season 2 ASI Intramural Sports is right around the corner!

Secure your pass through ASI Access before registering on the Fusion Play app. Registration opens Oct. 5, with league play beginning Oct. 25!

Leagues we are offering include:
Soccer, Futsal, Flag Football, Softball, Pickleball, Basketball, Indoor Volleyball, Sand Volleyball, Grass Volleyball, Innertube Water Polo, plus two new leagues this season: Badminton and Kickball! 🎉

Tournament offerings:
Dodgeball — 10/21
Tennis — 11/11
Bowling — 12/9

To learn more, visit bit.ly/ASIIntramuralSports 🔗