New Employee FREE 2 Weeks
Start strong
New BGSU employees get two weeks FREE at the Rec!
Build your routine right off the bat, and get acclimated with the Rec – one of the best perks of working at BGSU.
Kick off your two weeks by setting up an appointment with
Julia Adams at 419.372.7485 | jthatch@bgsu.edu.
Hit the ground running in your new role at BGSU!
Don't wait!
This offer expires within 90 days of your start date.
Frequently asked questions
- All new BGSU employees who have a faculty/staff ID are eligible for the free two-week pass.
- To activate your membership, please establish an appointment with Julia Adams, Assistant Director.
- 419.372.7485 | jthatch@bgsu.edu
- Walk-in appointments are not accepted.
- Registrations is available immediately upon hire at BGSU.
- The FREE two-week membership valid only during the first 90-days of employment.
- Membership to the Student Recreation Center includes access to all weight and cardio equipment, an Olympic and warm water leisure pool, sport and activity courts (racquetball, handball, squash, badminton, pickleball, wallyball, basketball, soccer, table tennis, etc), an indoor track, sauna, hot tub, locker rooms, and free equipment check-out.
- For a nominal fee, you can add-on Group Exercise classes or a Climbing Wall membership. A separate registration is required for each of these add-ons.
- BGSU parking permit is not included. Employees who have a valid faculty/staff parking permit can park in lots 10 (Slater Family Ice Arena) and 16 (Moore Musical Arts Center). Day parking is available by purchasing a permit from the kiosk located within Lot X.
- Once you have registered for the complimentary pass, employees can enter from either the main entrance off Ridge Street or the secondary entrance adjacent to Lot X off of Mercer Road.
- Employees who have not registered need to enter the facility from the front entrance to attend the appointment with Julia Adams.
- No, the free membership is only valid during the first 90-days of employment.
- No, only new employees with a BGSU faculty/staff ID are eligible for the complimentary membership.
- Yes, you have the option to purchase a Group Exercise pass. See the Group Exercise class schedule to find classes that suit you!
- Yes – the Rec is open to the public. Spouses/partners and dependents must purchase a membership or day-pass to access the facility.
- There are generally fewer people using the Rec in the early morning, lunch, and late evening timeframes.
- Faculty/staff can see how busy the building is at any time by visiting the Live Counts Page or by downloading the RecWell app. These counts are also displayed on the BGSU app in the RecWell section.
- Yes! We have certified personal trainers available that are happy to provide education on how to safely and effectively use our exercise equipment.
- View the Re Center and pool hours
- Rec Center hours are also listed in the RecWell section of the BGSU app.
- View all Recreation and Wellness Rules and Regulations. These include details about good health practices and cleaning protocols.
- View Group Exercise Schedule
- The Group Exercise Schedule is also available in the RecWell section of the BGSU app and as a handout at the Rec.
- Registering for fitness classes in advance is not required, but encouraged because it ensures your spot in the class.
- You can reserve your spot in a fitness class up to a week in advance by using our online portal https://myrec.bgsu.edu/ or the BGSU RecWell app for iPhone or Android. When logging in, select ‘BGSU MyRec Login’ and use your BGSU username and password.
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Updated: 06/29/2026 06:25PM