Programs

Fitness

Other services and programs available:

Equipment orientations may be scheduled with staff during operational hours
ROCK Personal Training (Rock PT) program with student intern

Group Fitness

Classes are offered, and taught by nationally certified instructors, each semester with a limited schedule each summer. The class schedules vary depending on instructor availability. ROCK Spin Group Fit classes are free to all SRU students and ARC Members. Non-ARC Members can purchase a daily guest pass to participate. Classes are designed to improve cardiovascular health and body composition. Group fitness classes offers a wide variety of classes on "land" and in the pool. Some classes have participant limits due to equipment needed - try to get to the classes early.

Intramural (IM) Sports

This is one of the most popular extracurricular activities on campus. Team, individual and dual Intramural Sport leagues are offered throughout the academic year. Participants organize their own teams. There are no prerequisites for experience; so all skill levels are encouraged to participate. In addition, intramural sports participation affords a fine opportunity to develop the essential qualities of leadership, cooperation, self-reliance, and sense of fair play and to form warm friendships that will endure throughout the years. Each activity requires registration and payment through here. For additional Information, contact Assistant Director, Matt Lobaugh at 724.738.4875.

Outdoor Adventures (OA)

This program is designed to provide outdoor recreation services and educational experiences to the Slippery Rock University students. The Outdoor Program trips and clinics offer opportunities to increase outdoor recreation skills, leadership development and environmental awareness. Space is limited and on a 1st come 1st served basis.

Reach Program

Located in the wooded area near the on-campus Ski Lodge/campground, Campus Recreation has undertaken the management of the NEW challenge/high ropes course and tower with zip line. Referred to as the REACH program, these facility components can be scheduled for leadership and student development opportunities for on-campus student groups and organizations. Contact Andy Loue or 724.738.2883 for additional information.

Safety Certifications

Certification programs are offered throughout the year. Earn a certificate for lifeguarding, CPR, first aid or Water Safety Instruction (WSI) and increase your employment opportunities and earning power! Advanced registration and payment is required. Age requirement 15 or older unless otherwise noted. All first aid, CPR/AED and lifeguard programs are American Red Cross Certified. Contact Vanessa Johnson. vanessa.johnson@sru.edu or 724.738.4516.

Club Sports

Club sports provide opportunities for students with similar interests to participate in various sport and recreational activities. Club sports bridge the gap between intramural and intercollegiate athletics by providing competition at specialized levels, participation in tournaments and opportunities to practice. New clubs can follow the procedure to become a recognized Slippery Rock University organization registering with the Center for Service, Involvement and Leadership located in the Smith Student Center. All sport clubs are funded through the Student Government Association and managed under the Campus Recreation umbrella.

Swim Lessons

Slippery Rock Area Parks & Recreation rents aquatic center space to conduct youth swim lessons. For information and to register, contact 724.794.8180. Swim lesson participants and family members must follow all ARC rules for access and supervision. ARC waiver of liability must be signed and turned in prior to the first lesson.

Special Events

Each semester, a variety of special events are offered by the Office of Campus Recreation, often in collaboration with other Student Affairs offices and campus departments. Special events held in the ARC include "Up till 2am for St. Jude", "Relay for Life", Mr. & Ms. SRU Fitness and Physique Show, Cyclo-Cross, HealthFest (fall) and Wellness Expo (spring), Pittsburgh Steelwheelers Quad Rugby tournament, Senior Olympics 3v3 Basketball tournament, and the UPB Annual Spring Concert. Special event information can be found under the "News and Events" tab as soon as it becomes available. ARC hours of operations may be modified to host these events.

Campus Recreation