Events + Activities

Tri U Mah

Tri-U-Mah

Tri-U-Mah registration opens November 27, 2024! The event will take place on Saturday, Feb 3, 2024 and Sunday, Feb 4, 2024. 

Tri-U-Mah will be held in-person this year, and participants will compete at the Minneapolis RecWell Center to achieve their furthest distances in:

  • 30 minutes of swimming
  • 30 minutes indoor cycling
  • 30 minutes treadmill running

Learn more by visiting the webpage.

Water Safety Festival 2024

Water Safety Festival 2024

Mark your calendars for April 28 for WSF 2024! Stay tuned for more information regarding events and performances, lessons and clinics, and activities.

Visit our webpage to learn more.

Paddle boarding photo

Paddle Boarding

Join us in the Natatorium for this FREE event to paddle board in the pool! No equipment needed, just wear a swimsuit. Adult swim jackets will be available. This event is first come first serve. Free snacks provided!

You must be able to swim 25 yards to participate

Sign Up Here

Paddle boarding dates: 
12/9/23, 2/4/24, 3/3/24

Community Climb Days

Come build community with others in a safe and welcoming space. This event is FREE and open to all climbers, new or experienced. Learn more and register here today!

Community Climb Day - BIPOC:
11/18/2023, 11:30am-2pm

Community Climb Day - Femmes, Women, Nonbinary:
12/2/2023, 11:30am-2pm

Small World Coffee Hour

Get to know more students on campus through free food, games, and activities at RecWell! This event is free, with no sign-up required. It takes place every other Friday from 4-6pm, 2nd floor of RecWell, Beacon Room.

Dates:
Nov 17, Dec 1

Sign Up for a Self-Defense Workshop

Self-defense workshops are presented by RecWell and the Department of Public Safety. They are a great way to learn practical strategies to get yourself out of potentially dangerous situations and to practice easy self-defense techniques.

Self-defense workshops will be held at RecWell on East Bank. Register here.

Dates: November 29, 6-8pm

Sign Up for COA Trips and Clinics

The Center for Outdoor Adventure offers a variety of trips and clinics for anyone with any level of experience. Check out the trips + clinics page to learn more about COA's offerings.

Become a Certified Group Fitness Instructor

Stages Cycle Certification: TBD
Refit Dance Certification: Nov. 11
Boxing and Barbells: Dec. 3 + 4

Contact Alena Flowers at [email protected] with any questions.
Visit the Certifications + Training page of our website to register.

RecWell Game Day Guest Passes

RecWell Game Day Guest Passes

On home football Saturdays, RecWell offers 50% off guest day-passes and sponsored day-passes. Don't have a membership? No worries! You can get a day pass for 50% off.

Home football Saturdays: 11/25

UMN Faculty Staff Days @ RecWell

On the third Thursday of each month, UMN Faculty and Staff can access all RecWell facilities for free, no membership required. Access also includes free open climbing (MPLS only), free Group Fitness classes, and a free daily locker. Visit the Member Service Desk at University Recreation and Wellness Center or St. Paul Gym when checking in to access free day offerings.

Upcoming dates: November 16, December 21

Check out our Free Third Thursdays page for more info!

Take a Break with Massage

Take advantage of our massage therapy offerings to positively increase your mental and physical wellbeing. It is a valuable tool that can help relieve stress and support your fitness journey. Information regarding scheduling, rates, and offerings can be found on our massage page.