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A RecWell membership provides you affordable access to several facilities, programs, and services on campus. Membership grants access to the following University Recreation and Wellness Facilities: URWC, SPG, Fieldhouse, Jean K. Freeman Aquatics Center, and URW Sports Field Complex.
2020 - 2021 Semester Membership Dates
Fall: Aug 29, 2020 — Jan 8, 2021
2nd Half: Nov 2, 2020 — Jan 8, 2021
Spring: Jan 9, 2021 — May 14, 2021
2nd Half: Mar 13, 2021 — May 14, 2021
Summer: July 20, 2020 — Aug 28, 2020
Students
Students
Fee-Paying Students — You're Already A Member!
All University of Minnesota students paying the Student Services Fee have automatic membership. A valid U Card gets you to access to various RecWell facilities.
Non-Fee Paying Students
Students at the University of Minnesota not paying the Student Services Fee need to purchase a membership at the rates below.
Graduate Assistants on the Graduate Assistant Health Plan who are not paying the Student Services Fees can receive an $80 discount on a gym membership each semester at RecWell. Visit Member Services at the University Recreation and Wellness Center - Minneapolis campus to update or start your membership, and let them know you would like the Boynton discounted rate. The gym discount program is structured so the discount is taken off upfront.
If you have questions, please contact the Member Services office at (612) 626-9222 and press “0” or email recwell@umn.edu.
| Fall 2020 Option 1: (Aug 29 - Jan 8) | $185 |
|---|---|
| Fall 2020 Option 2: (Aug 29 - Nov 25) | $125 |
| Fall 2020 Option 3: (Oct 1 - Jan 8) | $140 |
| Fall 2020 Option 4: (Oct 1 - Nov 25) | $80 |
| Fall 2020 Option 5: (Nov 2 - Jan 8) | $95 |
| Spring Semester | $185 |
| Summer Semester | $85 |
*Membership provides access to the following University Recreation and Wellness Facilities: URWC, SPG, Fieldhouse, Jean K. Freeman Aquatics Center, and URW Sports Field Complex.
Faculty, Staff, and Retirees
Faculty, Staff, and Retirees
Faculty and staff members at the University of Minnesota are eligible to purchase a RecWell membership. Retirees are eligible to purchase non-payroll deduction memberships at the Faculty/Staff Rate.
| Payroll Deduction | $16.00 / pay period* |
|---|---|
| 3-Month | $120 |
| Fall 2020 Option 1: (Aug 29 - Jan 8) | $185 |
| Fall 2020 Option 2: (Aug 29 - Nov 25) | $125 |
| Fall 2020 Option 3: (Oct 1 - Jan 8) | $140 |
| Fall 2020 Option 4: (Oct 1 - Nov 25) | $80 |
| Fall 2020 Option 5: (Nov 2 - Jan 8) | $95 |
| Spring Semester | $185 |
| 6-Month | $240 |
| Annual | $480 |
Membership provides access to the following University Recreation and Wellness Facilities: URWC, SPG, Fieldhouse, Jean K. Freeman Aquatics Center, and URW Sports Field Complex.
*26 pay periods + $40 plus tax enrollment fee. Payroll Deduction memberships must be purchased in-person at the Members Service Desk of the University Recreation and Wellness Center or the St. Paul Gym. Enrollment Fee waived until June 30, 2021.
Please note that Aramark, University of Minnesota Physicians, Visiting Scholars, Post Doctorate Fellows, retirees, and non-Twin Cities location employees are not eligible for payroll deduction memberships.
All purchases will be tracked and those eligible for membership will have the option to apply Day Pass fees up to $24 towards a semester, 6-month, annual or payroll deduction membership within 30-days of purchase.
Alumni, Affiliates, and Community
Alumni, Affiliates, and Community
Community Members
Community memberships are available at the St. Paul Gym for individuals age 18 or older not affiliated with the University of Minnesota. This membership is valid only at the St. Paul Gym and does not offer any guest or family day privileges. Community members are unable to access the St. Paul Gym Monday — Friday from 3:00 pm — 7:00 pm.
Alumni
Graduates of any University of Minnesota campus are eligible to purchase a membership. Alumni must provide a copy of their diploma or unofficial transcript at time of initial enrollment to verify status.
Affiliates
Affiliates include UMMC Fairview, UMN Physicians, Aramark, French Meadow, St. Paul Campus Forestry Department, USDA, North Central Research Station, and MN Crop Improvement Association. Affiliates must present photo ID and most current pay stub for verification at the time of membership purchase or renewal.
| 3-Month | $130 |
|---|---|
| 6-Month | $260 |
| Annual | $500 |
All purchases will be tracked and those eligible for a membership will have the option to apply Day Pass fees up to $24 towards a semester, 6-month, annual or payroll deduction membership within 30-days of purchase.
Sponsored Member
Sponsored Member
A current RecWell member can act as a sponsor for one adult (18 years or older). A sponsored member is charged the same fee as any member. Please note that a sponsored membership may not exceed the duration of the sponsor's membership and his/her membership must remain active to stay eligible.
*Membership provides access to the following University Recreation and Wellness Facilities: URWC, SPG, Fieldhouse, Jean K. Freeman Aquatics Center, and URW Sports Field Complex.
Sponsored Member Policies
Daily Pass
Daily Pass
Rates
| Daily Rate | $12 |
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| Week Rate | $35 |
Family Day
Family Day
