Campus Recreation Events & Programs

 

Looking to get out with friends and have some fun on campus?  Campus Recreation provides opportunities for social and emotional wellness by having different special events on campus throughout the year. The following are Special Events offered through the Department of Campus Recreation. Click on the events below for more information or to register (if required). For more information, please call 330-941-2240. 

 

Steps with Student Affairs Leadership

  • Every 3rd Thursday of the Month | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
  • Andrews Student Recreation & Wellness Center: Track
  • Join us for a monthly wellness walk with leaders from the Division of Student Affairs! This informal, energizing event is designed to promote physical activity, build community, and foster open dialogue between Student Affairs staff and campus leadership. Each walk offers a unique opportunity to connect with directors, staff, and peers while enjoying the outdoors and prioritizing your well-being. Whether you're looking to share ideas, ask questions, or simply take a break from your day, this walk is for you. All fitness levels are welcome, and no registration is required—just bring your walking shoes and a positive spirit!

    FREE to participate for ALL YSU faculty and staff with a current/valid YSU ID! If you are not a member or the Rec Center please arrive 5 minutes before the program starts with a valid YSU ID to receive you complimentary program pass.
  • Bonus: Light refreshments and giveaways provided at the end of each walk!
  • Contact: Ryan McNicholas, ramcnicholas@ysu.edu, 330-941-2207

Couch to 5k

  • Every Tuesday and Thursday from 1/20/2026 to 3/12/2026, excluding spring break. | Tuesdays: 4PM-5PM, Thursdays: 9AM-10AM
  • Rec Center Track
  • Interested in getting into running? Join us for weekly runs and workouts geared towards the ultimate goal of running a 5k! No prior running or fitness experience is necessary.
  • Contact: Travis Manring, tmanring@student.ysu.edu

Spring Group Fitness

  • Monday, January 5, 2026 – Friday, April 24th, 2026
  • Rec Center
  • Come take a free group fitness class. All fitness levels are welcome!
  • Register to participate on our Group Fitness page.
  • Contact: Dina Fabry, dmfabry@ysu.edu

Futsal League

  • Wednesdays, January 28-April 15, 2026 | 6:00PM
  • Stambaugh Stadium Gym
  • High energy, quick passes, and nonstop action — it’s soccer’s fast-paced little sibling that keeps your heart racing and your sneakers squeaking. Pre-registration is required.
  • $7 per player ($10 for walk up registration) or $20 for the semester pass.
  • Register to participate on IMLeagues.
  • Contact: Josiah Horst, intramurals@ysu.edu

Volleyball League

  • Thursdays, January 29 - April 16, 2026 | 6:00PM
  • Rec Center Courts
  • Bump, set, spike, and laugh your way through every rally — whether you’re diving for the save or just here for the high-fives. Pre-registration is required.
  • $7 per player ($10 for walk up registration) or $20 for the semester pass.
  • Register to participate on IMLeagues.
  • Contact: Josiah Horst, intramurals@ysu.edu

Basketball League

  • Sundays, February 1-April 19, 2026 | 10:00AM
  • Rec Center Courts
  • Show off your handles, sink some threes, and channel your inner MVP — Fast breaks, friendly fouls, and plenty of bragging rights await. Pre-registration is required.
  • $7 per player ($10 for walk up registration) or $20 for the semester pass.
  • Register to participate on IMLeagues.
  • Contact: Josiah Horst, intramurals@ysu.edu

Fitness and Wellness

Origami Tuesday: Clovers

  • Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Campus Rec Lobby
  • Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month for origami making, with a new design each event. This month we're making clovers!
  • Contact: Morgan Rekstis, mlrekstis@student.ysu.edu

International Coffee Hour

  • Friday, March 13, 2026 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Location: Aerobics Studio
  • Hangout with your friends and enjoy coffee and snacks at the Rec! Sponsored by Campus Rec and International Programs Office.
  • Contact: Dina Fabry, dmfabry@ysu.edu

Puppies and Pilates

  • Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 5:00PM - 7:00PM
  • Aerobics Studio
  • Enjoy a Pilates class with adoptable puppies from New Lease on Life!
  • Register to participate on our Rec Store portal.
  • Contact: Dina Fabry, dmfabry@ysu.edu

Adventure Recreation

Canoe Battleship

  • Thursday, March 19, 2026
  • YSU Pool
  • Get a team of 4 together for an on the water battle-royale! Teams will get in canoes and then attempt to sink each other’s battleships; can you be the last team floating? Cost: $7 per player or $10 for late registration
  • Register to participate on our IMLeagues page.
  • Contact: Thomas Worsham, adventurerec@ysu.edu

Whipps Climbing

  • Saturday, March 21, 2026
  • Whipps Ledges in the Hinckley Reservation of Cleveland Metroparks
  • Join the Adventure Rec team for a day at Whipps Ledges, a beautiful climbing spot south of Cleveland. This area includes some amazing opportunities for top-roping with a wide range of difficulties making it a great trip for climbers of any experience level! However, this spot is very weather dependent because of the rock type, and the trip will be cancelled if rain comes within 24hrs leading up to the trip. Cost: $10.00
  • Register to participate on our Rec Store portal.
  • Contact: Thomas Worsham, adventurerec@ysu.edu

Ledges Trail Hiking

  • Saturday, March 28, 2026
  • Cuyahoga Valley National Park
  • Join YSU Adventure Rec for a stunning hike through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The Ledges Trail circles a plateau of striking rock formations. The trail is rocky and unpaved 1.8 mile loop with easy elevation and an easy and scenic hike. Due to the rocks it is weather dependent. Cost: $10.00
  • Register to participate on our Rec Store portal.
  • Contact: Thomas Worsham, adventurerec@ysu.edu

Community

Fitness Challenge: Broad Jump

  • Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 3:00PM - 4:00PM
  • Campus Rec
  • Take on other challengers at Campus Rec as you compete to have the longest broad jump!
  • Contact: Travis Manring, tmanring@student.ysu.edu

Free Plant Giveaway

  • Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 2:30PM - 4:30PM
  • Rec Center Lobby
  • Visit Campus Rec to receive and plant a free plant and relax!
  • Contact: Travis Manring, tmanring@student.ysu.edu

Prevention

See The Difference

  • Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Aerobics Studio
  • See the Difference invites students to step into the experience of impairment—without taking a sip. Test your balance, coordination, and focus by completing fun challenges while wearing “drunk goggles,” and see firsthand how alcohol and other substances can affect your perception and reaction time. 

    Alongside the activities, students can explore campus and community resources on responsible drinking, substance use prevention, and support for those affected by substance use disorders (SUD). Whether you’re looking to learn, laugh, or just gain a new perspective, this interactive event encourages everyone to make safer, more informed choices.
  • Contact: Mason Edmunds, mgedmunds-guest@ysu.edu

Game Night: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Injustice 2

  • Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Chill Zone, Campus Rec Lobby
  • Choose your fighter and join the action! Whether you’re landing combos in Injustice 2 or sending opponents flying in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, it’s all about skill, timing, and fun competition. Jump in, pick your favorite game, and battle your way to victory!
  • Contact: Mason Edmunds, mgedmunds-guest@ysu.edu

Intramurals

Chess Tournament

  • Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 6:00PM
  • Rec Center
  • Checkmate your way to campus royalty. Strategy, patience, and a little bit of mind-reading — this is brainpower at its most competitive. Pre-registration is encouraged. Cost: $7 per player ($10 for walk up registration) or $20 for the semester pass.
  • Register to participate on IMLeagues.
  • Contact: Josiah Horst, intramurals@ysu.edu

Dodgeball Tournament

  • Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 6:00PM
  • Rec Center
  • Duck, dip, dive, and dodge your way to victory. Quick reflexes, big throws, and even bigger laughs — it’s everyone’s favorite excuse to relive gym class glory. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $7 per player ($10 for walk up registration) or $20 for the semester pass.
  • Register to participate on IMLeagues.
  • Contact: Josiah Horst, intramurals@ysu.edu

Programs to be announced soon.