COVID-19 Announcements
updated as of June 3, 2021
UTRGV remains committed to your safety and success. While we may no longer require face coverings, the university strongly encourages all campus community members to:
- Continue to wear face coverings, especially those individuals who are not vaccinated.
- Continue to practice social distancing where such protocols currently apply.
- Continue to utilize effective practices for preventing the spread of COVID-19.
- Continue to follow the Daily Self-Screening/Reporting Process, and if you answer yes to any of the questions and/or feel ill, do not access campus and schedule a COVID-19 test immediately.
University Recreation follows all UTRGV recommendations and guidelines. All adjustments to UREC programs and services are subject to change. We will be sure to communicate changes to all our UREC members.
- We will be open Monday – Friday 10 am – 8 pm in a three-hour block of time. Click here
- The facility will close at designated times for cleaning/disinfecting.
- Advanced reservations are required via IM-Leagues to enter the facility.
- Masks are recommended.
- Staff will monitor physical distancing measures.
- Cleaning is a team sport. Users must clean machines before and after use.
- Wear clothing that does not expose skin to surfaces.
- UREC will continue to offer a variety of in-person, hybrid, and virtual programming.
TSC Recreation Center Updates
- TSC Recreation Center will be open beginning January 4.
- What to expect when entering the facility.
- How to create an IM league account for the TSC facility.
- How to reserve your workout.
Facility Reservations
- Must be an active UTRGV student and/or EUREC member to access the facility.
- All regular entrance policies are still applicable (ie. appropriate athletic attire, UTRGV ID needed upon entry into the facility).
- Members will be asked to reserve a 90-minute workout block using the IM Leagues app.
- Workouts in these locations are by reservation only. Walk-in workouts will be asked to register for an open workout timeslot.
- Patrons are encouraged to sign-up for only a one-time slot per day.
- All reservations will only open one day prior to the timeslot.
- Waitlist patrons: If a slot opens, you will be notified at least two hours prior to the start of the workout time, via IM Leagues email.
- Patrons are asked to cancel their reserved time slot two hours ahead of time if they are unable to make their timeslot.
- “No shows” may result in workout reservation suspension.
Outdoor Pool
- The outdoor pool is available Monday – Thursday from 5 pm – 8:00 pm
- One patron per lane for lap swim
- All patrons and staff will abide by physical distancing guidelines unless injury, risk mitigation, or safety measure require otherwise.
Racquetball Courts (Single Use Only)
- Three racquetball courts are available for use for single play only. Equipment/Rentals are available at member services.
Tennis Courts
- Tennis courts are available for use for singles matches only. Equipment/Rentals are available at member services.
First and Second Floor - Weight Room & Cardio Track
- Patrons must wipe down equipment before and after use.
- All patrons and staff will abide by physical distancing guidelines unless injury, risk mitigation, or safety measure require otherwise.
- Equipment/Rental checkout is available at member services.
Programs
UREC will offer a variety of in-person, hybrid, and virtual programming. Hybrid and in-person programming required pre-registration via IMLeagues.
Fitness & Wellness
- Summer Group exercise classes will begin June 1. Click here for the Group exercise schedule.
- Personal Training is available with virtual and in-person training options.
Intramural Sports
- Intramural Sports participants are encouraged to create an IM leagues account to stay up to date and register for intramural sports programming.
- Approved in-person sports are available, pre-register via IM leagues.
Outdoor Adventures
- Visit our YouTube page and find Outdoor Adventures at @UTRGVUREC.
Sport Clubs
- Sport Club members are encouraged to resume their scheduled meetings/events via Zoom.
Youth Camp
- We continue to offer virtual camp options for Summer 2021.
Services
Day Use/Locker Rentals
- Free day-use lockers are available. Items left overnight will be removed.
- Combination locks are available for purchase.
- Locker rentals are available for $15 per summer semester and $20 for the fall/spring semester.
Equipment/Towel Check Out
- Fitness accessories are available for check out at member services.
- Towel service available at member services.
- Approved sports equipment available for check out at member services.
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If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to us via phone at 956-665-7808
or email urec@utrgv.edu