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Recreational Services

Student Recreation Center (SRC) Hours

Spring Semester 2026:

Sunday, January 11 – Monday, April 27

Monday-Thursday:

Spring Semester Academic Classes begin on Monday, January 12

Academic Breaks

Semester Break: Monday, January 5 – Saturday, January 10

Spring Break: .........................................................Sunday, March 15 – Sunday, March 22

Finals Week: Tuesday, April 28 – Tuesday, May 5

Semester Break: Wednesday, May 6 – Sunday, May 10

May Session: Monday, May 11 – Sunday, June 7

Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday: .......................................................................................................... 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sunday: closed

Hours may be subject to change.

Please check recreation.gsu.edu for updates.

SRC Closures During Spring Semester

Martin Luther King Day: ............................... Monday, January 19

Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 23 – Monday, May 25

Summer Semester Hours begin on Monday, June 8

Game Room Hours

Monday-Thursday: 1-10 p.m. Friday: 1-9 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday: 2-7 p.m.

Game Room Closed: January 5-10; January 19; March 15-22; May 6-June 7

Exceptions To Standard Hours

For university closings for inclement weather visit gsu.edu or call 404-413-2100.

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Hailey Hester, Ed.D.

Micah Brown Coordinator, Memberships

Atlanta Campus

Membership Information

Membership is limited to faculty, staff, retirees, students and degree holding alumni of Georgia State University. Current students are members through their student fees.

Access

All members will sign a waiver with initial membership. PantherCards are required to enter and exit. To request accommodations, please contact the Access and Accommodations Center at access.gsu.edu. During the Spring Semester, the Student Recreation Center will have PantherCard Controlled Access at the Front Doors (Piedmont entrances) during our operating hours Monday-Friday before 7:30 a.m. and after 8 p.m. and all-day Saturday and Sunday. The back doors (Parking Deck entrance) will be under PantherCard Controlled Access during our operating hours all-day Monday-Sunday. During Semester Breaks and Finals Week, the Student Recreation Center will have PantherCard Controlled Access at all entrances during our operating hours all-day Monday-Sunday. During these times an active PantherCard will be required to access the facility.

Member Fees

Faculty, staff, retirees:

Degree holding alumni:

Spouse: ................................................................................

$252/year or $84/semester

$306/year or $102/semester

$306/year or $102/semester Children of members

8-18 years of age:

$25.50/semester

7 years of age and younger: free

Adult children of members

19-26 years of age:

Faculty, staff, retirees, degree

holding alumni day pass:

$51/semester

Locker Rental

A limited number of lockers will be available starting at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, January 12. One locker per member, per semester.

Full locker*:

Half locker*:

Membership sales and renewals are available online. Please visit recreation.gsu.edu for more information.

*Payroll deduction is available for $21/month for full time faculty and staff receiving benefits. Retirees are not eligible for payroll deduction.

Guest Fees

Members may bring one guest per visit. Guest fees are $7 per visit. Guests aged 7 and under are free. Each guest 18 and older will be required to sign a waiver and present a form of government issued photo identification. Photos of government issued photo identification will not be accepted. The guest must be accompanied by the member throughout the visit. The guest will not have access to program registration or programs.

Age Requirements

All children must be with parent or guardian at all times. Children are not allowed to participate in programs.

Areas available for access

0-7 years: ........................................................................................................... leisure pool

8-15 years: all areas except exercise room and free weight area

16-18 years: all areas

$25/semester or $75/year

$12/semester or $36/year

Third locker: ............................................................................. $8/semester or $24/year

Daily Use Lockers: Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms – Free – Bring your own lock; Exercise Room/Main Gym/Game Room – Free – Keyless Lock provided. All items must be removed at the end of the day.

*Payroll deduction is available for full time faculty and staff receiving benefits.

Summer 2026 Locker Renewal

Monday, April 13 – Tuesday, May 5. If you do not renew, you must remove your items by Tuesday, May 5. Items not retrieved 14 days after Tuesday, May 5 will be donated to charity.

Locker Renewal will be available online. Please visit recreation.gsu.edu for more information.

Payments

We accept American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, PantherCash, and check. Full time Faculty & Staff receiving benefits may use payroll deduction for memberships, full and half size lockers.

The Student Recreation Center no longer accepts cash as a payment method.

Policies and Procedures

Visit recreation.gsu.edu.

Program Information

Registration

Bring PantherCard and payment to the location that corresponds to the program that you are registering for. We now offer the ability to register online at recreation.gsu.edu.

Aquatics, Instructional Clinics and Safety: lobby

Fitness Center: lobby

Touch the Earth:

SRC parking deck entrance

Intramurals, Sport Clubs: online

Fee Breakdown

Students Recreation members

Program Holidays January 19, March 15-22

Safety

Registration Begins: January 12

Registration Ends:

Seven days prior to course start. Pricing is noted student/member.

Registration: Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu to register.

Price: Price is noted student, member.

Refunds:

Courses that have not met the minimum enrollment requirements will be cancelled, and refunds will be issued.

Participants will be notified via email regarding any course notifications.

Certifications:

All certifications are given through the American Red Cross.

Lifeguarding

Prerequisites:

Participants must complete a prerequisite swimming skills evaluation on the first day of class, which includes a swim-tread-swim sequence and a timed vent.They will swim 150 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke (no back or side strokes; swim goggles allowed), tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs, and then swim an additional 50 yards. In the timed event (1:40), participants will swim 20 yards, perform a surface dive to retrieve a 10-pound object from 10 feet deep, then swim 20 yards back on their back while holding the object at the surface.They must exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Blended Learning:

This course includes required online coursework that must be completed before the first-class session. Failure to complete the online portion will result in course failure without a refund.

Certification:

To earn certification, participants must meet all prerequisites, attend every class, complete all activities, pass the written exam and final skill assessments. Failure to achieve certification results in forfeit of registration fee.

Course Times: 12:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Coordinator, Aquatics, Safety, and Student Development: 404-413-1775

aquatics@gsu.edu

Aquatics

Adult Group Swim Lessons

Registration:

Session 1: Begins January 12 Session 2: Begins March 2

Beginning & End Dates:

Session 1: January 20-March 2

Session 2: March 9-April 24

No classes: March 3-8

Registration: Scan the QR code or visit myrec.gsu.edu to register.

Price:

Price is noted student, member.

Refunds:

Swim lessons require advance registration and payment. Spots are limited. Courses that have not met the minimum enrollment requirements will be cancelled, and refunds will be issued.

Participants will be notified via email regarding any course notifications.

Location:

All courses and programming meet at the Aquatic Center.

Not sure which course is right for you? Scan the QR code for full course descriptions and skillset summaries.

1

Beginner 1 is a class for beginners to conquer their fear of water and learn freestyle stroke in a group setting. Skills - water fear, floating, glides, freestyle stroke, treading water, and water competency test.

Swim for Exercise is a class for swimmers who know basic front crawl and can pass a water competency test on the first day. Skills - interval training, stroke refinement, and pacing strategies. Great for Beginner 1 graduates, and those looking to level up their skills!

Special Programming

Special Programs are free and open to all SRC members!

Movie and Mingle Night

Feb. 12

Looking to meet new people or expand your circle? Movie & Mingle is the perfect way to relax, connect, and have fun. Enjoy a movie on the big screen, enjoy light refreshments, and learn about building and maintaining healthy relationships. In collaboration with Spotlight Programs Board.

AquaJam

Mar. 4

5:30 - 7 p.m.

Dance into the fun with AquaJam, a high-energy collaboration between our Aquatics and Group Fitness! Inspired by our AquaFit Class, this fun event will blend music, movement, and water resistance for a 60-minute class followed by fun & games. Come make some waves, fun for all!

Swim the Blue Line

Jan. - Apr.

Aquatic Center

Swim the Blue Line is a self-paced swimming challenge designed for recreational swimmers looking for a fun, goal-oriented way to stay active. Cover 3.7 miles (6,512 yards)—the equivalent of swimming the GSU Blue Line route—at your own pace throughout the semester. Complete the distance, and earn a commemorative Swim the Blue Line giveaway. Dive in, track your progress, and make a splash this semester!

Sauna

Hours of Operation:

The sauna closes alongside the Aquatic Center, 15 minutes prior to the facility closing.

Indulge in relaxation at our Aquatic Center's sauna! Available throughout our operating hours, the sauna invites you to unwind and rejuvenate whenever you desire. Enjoy the soothing steam in 10-minute increments, allowing you to tailor your experience to fit your schedule.

Fitness Center

Personal Training

Registration:

Ready to get started? Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu to register and for more information.

Personal Training Packages: Packages must be used in their entirety by the end of the semester in which they were purchased. Unused sessions do not roll over to consecutive semesters and cannot be refunded.

Get Ready to Elevate Your Fitness Journey with Personal Training! The ultimate destination for achieving your fitness goals is right on campus! Our team of fitness professionals are dedicated to providing you with exceptional personalized training services to help you reach your goals.

One-on-One Training (fee-based)

Experience personalized attention and tailored workouts with one-on-one training sessions that focus solely on your needs and goals.

(most popular)

*Fitness Assessment: Fitness Assessments are required before purchasing Personal Training sessions. Space is limited based on trainer availability and client load.

Training Sessions are 45 minutes in length and scheduled between you and our team of trainers through our online scheduling system.

Body Composition Assessment

Achieve an inside understanding of your body composition assessment with InBody Technology. InBody provides detailed insights into your muscle mass, body fat percentage, and a better understanding of what is on the inside. Typically takes 15 minutes with measurements and conversation with trainers. Registration Required.

Nutrition Counseling With Pawsitive Nutrition

Elevate your well-being with personalized nutrition counseling in partnership with the GSU Nutrition Department.The nutrition team will guide you through offering practical advice and customized strategies to help you achieve and maintain a balanced and nourishing lifestyle.

• In-person and Virtual Nutrition Consultations are available on Wednesdays.

• Services include individualized goal setting such as increasing muscle mass, mindful eating, portion control, improving food choices, and more.

• Body composition analysis using state of the art InBody380 available for In-Person appointments only.

Contact Laura Brown at lbrown166@gsu.edu to schedule your appointment.

Dates: January 14-April 15

No consultations March 18

Equipment Orientation

Embark on a journey of equipment discovery with our "Meet the Machines" orientation session. This 45-minute session, led by our knowledgeable trainers, introduces you to the gym's wide array of equipment, ensuring you feel confident and comfortable navigating strength and cardio machines. Learn proper usage techniques, settings, safety precautions, and how to maximize the benefits of every piece of equipment. Registration Required.

Intro to Strength Training Clinic

Interested in learning the foundations of strength training and weight lifting? Join our semester-long Instructional Clinic, led by our certified personal trainers, for hands-on guidance and expert instruction. Sign up today to build your confidence and deepen your knowledge in a supportive environment.

Have a suggestion for a future program? Share with us at fitnesscenter@gsu.edu

Fitness Classes

Class Dates: January 20 – April 24

No clinics/classes: March 16-22

Group Fitness classes are FREE and open to all members—no registration required! Participants are encouraged to arrive 5–10 minutes early to check in and set up any equipment.

Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu for class descriptions.

Instructional Clinics

Monday

Registration: January 12 – February 1

Clinic Dates: January 20 – April 24 No clinics: March 16-22

Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu for more information.

Price:

If a clinic is offered more than once per week, additional registration is required. The price listed for each clinic is the cost for the entire semester of classes. Price is noted student, member.

Try Instructional Clinics Free: January 20-February 1

Unsure which clinic to register for? Try a clinic for free during our trial period!

Drop in participation is welcome during the trial period only. After the trial period, participants must register to continue clinic participation.

Refunds:

Registration and payment are required to attend clinics.

Clinics that do not meet the 3 person minimum enrollment by February 1 will be canceled and refunds will be issued. Participants will be notified by email of cancellations or changes.

From isolations, grooves, and classic moves, this clinic will break it down step by step to help participants build confidence in their rhythm, freestyling capabilities, and learning choreography. No prior experience needed.

Great for both beginners and experienced dancers, this clinic will help increase the strength, endurance, and flexibility required for ballet.

This beginner-friendly clinic will teach participants basic footwork, rhythm, and partner work. No prior experience needed.

Our personal training staff will teach fundamental movement patterns, proper form, and provide guided strength training with weight room exposure. Learn to structure your own training routines and programs. For those looking to gain foundational instruction.

7:15 - 8:15 p.m.

This clinic blends jazz techniques with musicality, isolations, turns, and across-the-floor choreography. No prior experience needed.

Belly Dance Basics 6:15 -

Shimmy, swirl, and roll! This clinic explores the basics of belly dance, including hip movements, isolations, and fluid transitions, set to Middle Eastern and North African music.

Ballet Combinations 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

$20, $40

Expanding beyond the basics to combinations and choreography, participants will learn excerpts from Swan Lake, Nutcracker, and more.

Thursday

Our personal training staff with teach fundamental movement patterns, proper form, and provide guided strength training with weight room exposure. Learn to structure your own training routines and programs. For those looking to gain foundational instruction.

Belly Dance Combinations 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.

Studio $20, $40

Learn more in depth techniques to deepen your skills in belly dance movement. All levels welcomed.

Special Fitness Programming

Special Programs are free and open to all SRC members—no registration required!

International Dance Series Immerse yourself and discover new rhythms and styles from around the world—no experience needed, come ready to move and have a good time!

Special Events

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Rec Services Showcase

Learn more about the programs and services Recreational Services offers and how to get involved. Sport Club members will be in attendance to answer questions.

3 - 5 p.m. Rec Day

Celebrate the importance of recreation on campus along with colleges and universities around the world.

01/14 01/29 02/26 04/25 04/23

Move for Grady

Ride, Run or Walk for Grady! Join the Georgia State team – GSU RUNS BLUE – or register on your own!

3 - 7 p.m.

2026 Recreation and Sports Career Expo

Connect with potential employers, sharpen your skills through mock interviews and résumé reviews, and gain valuable insights from educational sessions on hot topics in recreation, sports, and employment. Students of all majors are welcome. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and take the next step toward your career!

4 - 6 p.m.

De-Stress Fest: Rec & Relaxation

Destress and celebrate the end of the semester with food, games, mindful activities and break away from classes! Bring your swimsuit!

Intramurals

Registration Begins: January 12

Scan the QR code or go to recreation.gsu.edu for more information.

Price:

Free to currently enrolled students & members.

Free Agents:

Don’t have enough to form your own team? Sign up as a free agent, and teams can ask you to join their team!

Forfeit Fee Policy:

For league sports, teams will be required to pay a $30 fee if a team forfeits a game. If the team forfeits a game, the captain will be sent a notification through IMLeagues informing them that the team must make the $30 online payment in order to remain eligible to participate. If no forfeits occur, no payment is required.

*Captains must take tests and be responsible for forfeit payment(s).

**Tipoff at 7 p.m. For specific rules, times, and more information, visit us at recreation.gsu.edu/intramurals.

Officials Needed!

Officials Hiring Fair

Do you like sports and need a part time job? Learn about becoming an intramural sports official.

January 22

5 - 7 p.m.

Student Recreation Center - Meeting Room

Sport Clubs

Capoeira

Sport Clubs

Assistant Director, Outdoors: Hailey Hester, Ed.D. 404-413-1772 touchtheearth@gsu.edu

Touch the Earth

Trips

Registration:

Participants should register no later than the Tuesday before the trip.

Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu to register and for more information.

Price:

Price is noted student, member.

Price includes gear instruction, permits, and transportation. Overnight trips include food while in the field.

Refunds:

To receive a refund, you must cancel more than 10 days before the trip date.

Participants who do not show up for a trip will not receive a refund. Refunds may differ for break trips.

Pre-Trip Meeting:

All overnight trips will have a mandatory pre-trip meeting the Tuesday prior to the departure of the trip. Meetings will be held virtually.

to Caving

Gatlinburg Ski & Board

Snow Tube & Ice Skate

Ski & Board

Intermediate Hike – Fiery Gizzard Trail

Intro to Outdoor Climbing – Sand Rock

Intermediate Caving

Horseback Riding & Amicalola Falls Hike

Tallulah Gorge-ous Full Moon Hike

City Bike Skills 101 & Coffee Ride

Spring Break: Utah National Park Tour March 14 -

Edible & Medicinal Plants Hike

Intro to Outdoor Bouldering – Stone Fort, TN

Cascading – Angel Falls, GA

Nantahala National Forest Hike

Astronomy Adventure

Desoto Falls Waterfall Rappel

Intro to Backpacking

Middle Ocoee Whitewater Rafting

Paradise Garden & Little River Canyon

River Tubing – Helen, GA

Intro to Whitewater Kayaking

* This trip will require a $15 rental of TTE caving gear to join.

March 29

$15

$22, $25

April 4 Sat. $20, $25

April 5 Sun. $12, $15

April 11 Sat. $10, $12

April 12 Sun. $18, $22

April 17-19 Fri.-Sun. $75, $85

April 18 Sat. $65, ****

April 25 Sat. $15, $18

April 26 Sun. $30, ****

April 25-26 Sat.-Sun. $45, $50***

** See pg. 19 for information regarding deadlines, prerequisites, and additional costs for the trip

*** Must be available to attend mandatory pre-trip pool session April 15, 6:45-8:45 p.m. to register

****To register for this trip at the member rate, please contact touchtheearth@gsu.edu

***** See website for price and more details

Clinics & Special Programs

Climbing Comp

Spring Break: Utah National Park Tour

Join us out West for an unforgettable National Parks hiking adventure! This guided trip will take you deep into the breathtaking landscapes of Utah, where we'll explore Canyonlands, Arches, and Capitol Reef National Parks through invigorating day hikes of up to 8 miles each day. Registration includes all necessary permits, lodging, group gear, and professional instruction. Note: airfare is not

included and travel insurance is recommended. Participants must arrange flights that align with our designated trip meetup at Salt Lake City International Airport. Detailed flight guidelines will be provided upon registration. A non-refundable deposit of $200 is due by February 16, with final payment required by March 6. See website for price and more details.

To ensure this trip is a good fit, attendance at a mandatory pre-trip meeting and conditioning day hike is required. Inability to participate in this pre-trip event may result in forfeiture of your spot and deposit. Prior participation in select TTE trips may be considered in lieu of this requirement.

Touch the Earth

Registration:

Participants should register no later than the Tuesday before the trip.

Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu to register and for more information.

Price:

Categories are as follows: student, member.

Cost includes gear, instruction, and permits.

Refunds:

To receive a refund, you must cancel more than 10 days before the trip date. Participants who do not show up for a trip will not receive a refund.

Trip Leader Training & Leadership Development

Trip Leader Training (TLT) is open to anyone wanting to expand their knowledge in outdoor education, leading trips outside, leadership development or would like to become a Volunteer Trip Leader for Touch the Earth. For more details regarding times or descriptions please view our webpage. Please pre-register to attend.

Touch the Earth

Climbing Wall

Hours of operation

Monday-Friday

January 12 – April 27, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

April 29 – May 5, Noon - 5 p.m.

Closures: January 19 March 16-22

Bike Services

At the Touch the Earth Rental center, we offer commuter bike rentals for a maximum rental of three days. Helmets, locks and lights are provided. We also offer tube sales and referrals to local bike shops for bike repairs you may need.

Touch the Earth

Challenge Program

Pricing:

Rates are available for students and faculty/staff.

Want to request a challenge program for your group? Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu to register and for more information.

About the Program

This program offers groups, teams and individuals innovative ways to improve their abilities to work with others through creative problem solving. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of the group. Scan the QR code or visit recreation.gsu.edu to register.

Offerings:

• 2 hours – low elements

• Half day- low and highs

• Full day programming- low and highs

• Rappel the Rec

Touch the Earth

Outdoor Equipment Rental

Lower level | Student Recreation Center (outside entrance adjacent to parking deck driveway) 404-413-1772

Hours of Operation:

Monday-Friday

January 12 – April 27, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. April 29 – May 5, Noon - 5 p.m.

Closures:

January 19: 40% Discount

March 16-22: 50% Discount

Parking For Equipment Loading And Unloading

Customers may park temporarily for free behind the Student Recreation Center in the space marked “Touch the Earth.” To gain access, inform the parking attendant you are a Touch the Earth customer. You will be able to park in the provided spaces and given a voucher that must be validated by TTE personnel in order to exit. Do not park on the curb.

Rental Policies

• Reservations can be made up to five days in advance. Payment will be due upon pick up.

• All rentals priced on per night charge, no modifications to this rate will be made.

• A $1 per item per night late fee is charged in addition to the daily rental fee. Exception: Bikes are charged $10 per night.

• Upon return, all items will receive a full inspection. Pending the number of returns, inspection could take place within a week of return.

• For equipment that needs to be repaired or cleaned, you will be charged $15/ hour, up to original cost of the equipment. Fees associated with these costs will be assessed within a week of equipment return.

• Failure to pay late fees or damages may result in a hold onto your account or suspended rental privileges.

Perimeter Campuses

Membership Information

Students

Currently enrolled students that are paying mandatory student fees.

Faculty & Staff

Recreation Membership Prices

Access to programs, services and facilities

Perimeter Campuses.......................No additional charge Atlanta Campus................................$21/month (payroll deduction only)

Perimeter Campus Guest Passes

No guest passes available.

Policies And Procedures

recreation.gsu.edu

Please check the website for the most up to date policies and procedures.

Registration Programs are campus specific. Contact Aja Pijeaux at apijeaux1@gsu.edu or 678-891-2726 or visit recreation.gsu.edu for more information.

Guidelines

Group exercise classes are FREE and open to all current Georgia State students and employees. Participants must bring their current PantherCard for class entry. Participants must wear appropriate workout attire to the exercise activity. Only closed toe, non-marking athletic shoes are permitted. No boots, flip flops or sandals.

Dates of Operation

January 12 - May 5, 2026

Closures | All Campuses

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 19

Spring Break: March 16 - 22

Alpharetta Campus

Online registration: January 12-March 3

Spring Usage Period: January 12-May 5

Eligibility requirements: Currently enrolled Georgia State University Perimeter College student. Must pay Student Activity Fee. Majority credit hours taken at Alpharetta Campus.

Registration: recreation.gsu.edu