University Recreation and Wellness
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Challenge yourself with one of our group fitness classes, or through a personal training session. Take a lap in the Aquatics Center pools or relax in the resort-style SoVi Pool. Compete in intramural sport leagues or join a sport club to get more involved. Students can even take out a sailboat or paddleboard on the lake - or take a ride on the Heyday wakeboat for free! URecWell also promotes holistic wellness through peer wellness coaching, therapy dogs, victim advocacy, and education on alcohol, cannabis, mental health, and sexual health.
Hours of Operation & Quick Access
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Available Facilities and Resources
Employment Opportunities
University Recreation and Wellness is one of the largest employers of students on campus and is always in search of qualified, responsible individuals to work within our facilities and program areas We understand that a students’ class schedule is important and strive to be flexible with our scheduling. We have many different types of positions available.
- Aquatics
- Facility Operations & Membership Services
- Fitness
- Marketing
- Peer Health Education
- RecVentures
- Sport Programs
Department Facilities
University Recreation and Wellness manages multiple facilities across campus, to meet the various needs of students. Whether you are looking to swim laps or play some beach volleyball, we have the space for you!
- University Recreation and Wellness Center, featuring the outdoor Rec Deck
- Waterfront
- Aquatics Center
- SoVi Resort-style Pool
- Recreation Fields
- Recreation Outdoor Complex (ROC)
Programs
Find ways to get involved, stay active, and support your holistic health through a University Recreation and Wellness program!
- Aquatics
- Fitness
- Intramural Sports
- RecVentures
- Registered Sport Clubs
- Prevention & Wellness
Confidential Victim Advocate
The FGCU Victim Advocate provides free and confidential support to any student who has been victimized. The Advocate is trained to support victims of any incident or crime and offers emotional support, victims’ rights information, help in finding resources, and assistance in navigating and completing any processes related to the incident. Services offered include:
- Emotional support, academic support, resources both on and off-campus
- Assistance with completing and processing forms, such as victim impact statements
- Information on criminal justice process, legal rights, and protections
- Assistance in navigating medical appointments for forensic exams
- Accompanies victims to hearings, court, or law enforcement interviews
- University Title IX information and support
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Wed, Oct 1October InSTALLment: Exercise is MedicineTo answer our Question of the Month, read our InSTALLment using the Online Location link in this event or reading it in the bathroom stalls on campus, sign in to RSVP, and RSVP YES to this event with your answer. Correct answers will be entered into a drawing for $10 to be added to your Eagle account! For more details on this raffle please see below.* This month's Wellness InSTALLment is brought to you by Cessia Flores-Elwin! *In order to participate for the $10 Eagle Dollars prize, students will need to answer our Question of the Month correctly. Eagle Dollars can be used wherever Eagle Dollars are accepted on FGCU’s campus. The question is located on the Wellness InSTALLment and the answer can be found within the Wellness InSTALLment. The Wellness InSTALLment can be seen via the Online Location Link in this event, on the University Recreation & Wellness website, or our physical InSTALLments in the bathroom. Students will submit their answer by signing into Eagle Link via their FGCU email and password and RSVPing YES to the event. Prevention & Wellness at Florida Gulf Coast University will be using funds from student health fees to award the $10 to the winner’s Eagle account. As a result, faculty and staff are ineligible to participate due to funding limitations. The winner will be chosen on the 1st of the following month between 8am-5pm via wheelofnames.com if they answered the question correctly, unless it falls on a weekend/holiday to which the following business day they will be chosen. All participants will be notified of the winner via their student email in addition to the correct answer. The prize will be awarded via Eagle account after we receive a signature on FGCU’s prize form which will be located in the Prevention & Wellness front desk in Cohen 161. Proof of identification via Eagle ID is needed. No purchase or contribution is necessary.
Thu, Oct 30Fitness Fright FestGet into the spooky spirit with Group Fitness at the University Recreation and Wellness Center! Join us for a full day of Halloween-Themed classes. Take a class and enjoy trick-or-treating fun – participants will receive a festive goodie bag as a sweet reward! The official schedule will be released closer to the start date, but we hope to see you there! Sign-ups for classes will open 24 hours in advance and be available on the RecStore.
Thu, Oct 30Exercise is Medicine TablingStop by our Exercise is Medicine table to learn how physical activity can improve your health and well-being! Complete the EIM Challenge Card by engaging in a few fun, movement-based activities—the first 100 to finish earn a free t-shirt!
Thu, Oct 30Mindful MeditationA serene escape to mindfulness awaits you at FGCU! Let go of your stress and worries as you immerse yourself in the present by joining us for a meditation session every week. Relax, rejuvenate, and find your inner peace with us! *Must RSVP on Eagle Link to attend*
Thu, Oct 30Understanding ConsentEveryone has a right to choose what they want to do sexually. To make sure everyone is on the same page and having a good time during sex, consent is a vital part of our relationships. At this table, students will have the chance to learn about components of consent and put their knowledge to the test with scenarios. We will also discuss victim blaming to change the narrative that sexual assault is the victim’s fault. When speaking with a survivor of a traumatic incident, language is incredibly important, so we aim to educate students on how to avoid victim-blaming language in their personal lives.
Thu, Oct 30Blunt TalkGet ready to be blunt, because this isn’t your average discussion about cannabis. Join us for an interactive, honest, unbiased conversation about cannabis use and all the latest trends. Learn about ways to reduce your risk if you choose to use and what to do if you or a friend is getting a little too high in the clouds. We have high hopes that you will learn a few new things!
Sat, Nov 1November InSTALLment: Naples Botanical GardenTo answer our Question of the Month, read our InSTALLment using the Online Location link in this event or reading it in the bathroom stalls on campus, sign in to RSVP, and RSVP YES to this event with your answer. Correct answers will be entered into a drawing for $10 to be added to your Eagle account! For more details on this raffle please see below.* This month's Wellness InSTALLment is brought to you by Milton Ambroise! *In order to participate for the $10 Eagle Dollars prize, students will need to answer our Question of the Month correctly. Eagle Dollars can be used wherever Eagle Dollars are accepted on FGCU’s campus. The question is located on the Wellness InSTALLment and the answer can be found within the Wellness InSTALLment. The Wellness InSTALLment can be seen via the Online Location Link in this event, on the University Recreation & Wellness website, or our physical InSTALLments in the bathroom. Students will submit their answer by signing into Eagle Link via their FGCU email and password and RSVPing YES to the event. Prevention & Wellness at Florida Gulf Coast University will be using funds from student health fees to award the $10 to the winner’s Eagle account. As a result, faculty and staff are ineligible to participate due to funding limitations. The winner will be chosen on the 1st of the following month between 8am-5pm via wheelofnames.com if they answered the question correctly, unless it falls on a weekend/holiday to which the following business day they will be chosen. All participants will be notified of the winner via their student email in addition to the correct answer. The prize will be awarded via Eagle account after we receive a signature on FGCU’s prize form which will be located in the Prevention & Wellness front desk in Cohen 161. Proof of identification via Eagle ID is needed. No purchase or contribution is necessary.
Sat, Nov 1RecVentures: Goat YogaMeet new people and experience goat yoga at the ranch! Bring a yoga matt or a towel. Transportation is provided. The price for this trip is $40 and you can register via the RecStore. If you have any questions, please contact jdecastro@fgcu.edu.
Sat, Nov 1RecVentures: SCUBA CertificationBecome SCUBA certified through RecVentures! Must attend all classroom sessions, pool sessions, and check out dives in order to obtain certification. RecVentures does not offer make-up dates for missed classes, so any absence is the participant’s responsibility to coordinate make-up time with Dean’s Dive Center. Must be available November 1-2 AND November 8-9 or will need to schedule make up sessions. The certification cost is $350. If you would like to participate, you must register via RecStore or the Fusion Go app. If you have any questions, please contact jdecastro@fgcu.edu. Price includes books (manual, dive tables, logbook) Certification card Use of regulator, buoyancy compensator, and tanks 2 classroom sessions on campus, 2 pool sessions on campus, 1 check out dives on campus, 1 checkout dive off campus with transportation Participants must provide their own: Mask Fins Snorkel Booties Wet suit Safety marker Discounts available through Dean’s Dive Center.
Mon, Nov 3Tick Tock, Manage Your ClockIn college, you have the chance to be involved on campus, have a job, and take some neat classes. How do you balance it all? How do you know what to do first on your long list of things to do? At this table, students will come away with one concrete adjustment to help prioritize their time better. Students will also have the chance to learn some strategies to manage procrastination.
Mon, Nov 3All About URecwell @ Good Deeds RoadsUniversity Recreation & Wellness (URecWell) is a high energy department with many offerings. We are here to help meet the wellness needs of FGCU students. At this table, students will engage with Peer Health Educators to better understand what our department offers, current events, and ongoing initiatives.
Tue, Nov 4TLC for Your Mental Health @ UBYou's Mo-Ment for Men's Mental HealthMental Health has been a BIG topic recently, and there is a lot of information to know. Through this table, students will navigate through the basics and misconceptions of mental health. Through talking about mental health and the stigmas surrounding it, individuals tend to feel more comfortable having conversations about their own mental health. Students will also learn important ways to care for their own mental health.
Tue, Nov 4Wellness Coaching TablingVisit our table to learn more about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, how to sign up for our FREE Wellness Coaching sessions, and how to participate in the Wellness Warrior program to win some great prizes!
Tue, Nov 4Cash Cab: StressHitch a ride on our famous yellow golf cart! If you are on main campus, we will pick you up and give you a ride to your destination within the main perimeter of campus. On your way to class or back to your room, we will ask you trivia questions related to health and wellness! The first 20 passengers will receive $5 Eagle Dollars on their Eagle Account within 1-3 business days, which can be used for student printers, laundry facilities, vending machines, dining locations. Passengers must sign a form in order to receive the $5 in their Eagle Account.
Tue, Nov 4Mindful MeditationA serene escape to mindfulness awaits you at FGCU! Let go of your stress and worries as you immerse yourself in the present by joining us for a meditation session every week. Relax, rejuvenate, and find your inner peace with us! *Must RSVP on Eagle Link to attend*
Tue, Nov 4GIDDI NightsOutdoor and Indoor Fun Awaits! Come Tuesdays 4pm-6pm for GIDDI Nights
Tue, Nov 4Heels Hip HopHeels Hip Hop takes your favorite cardio dance class to the next level! Feel empowered and confident dancing in your favorite high heels – though heels are totally optional. Pre-registration is required on the RecStore website 24 hours before the class start time.
Wed, Nov 5All About URecWell @ First-Generation College CelebrationUniversity Recreation & Wellness (URecWell) is a high energy department with many offerings. We are here to help meet the wellness needs of FGCU students. At this table, students will engage with Peer Health Educators to better understand what our department offers, current events, and ongoing initiatives.
Wed, Nov 5Wellness Workshop: Dream OnHow did you sleep last night? According to the Sleep Foundation, over half of college students receive fewer than seven hours of sleep during a typical semester (Ryan, 2022). To help students get better sleep, Dream On will guide students through the importance of sleep, the Sleep Cycle, and provide insight on how to identify sleep inhibitors. This program will also encourage students to use what they learn to create their own unique bedtime routine! *This is a 45-60-minute presentation. Free dinner for students who RSVP. Those with dietary restrictions must RSVP at least 48 hours in advance to be accommodated*- Thu, Nov 6Cash Cab: SleepHitch a ride on our famous yellow golf cart! If you are on main campus, we will pick you up and give you a ride to your destination within the main perimeter of campus. On your way to class or back to your room, we will ask you trivia questions related to health and wellness! The first 20 passengers will receive $5 Eagle Dollars on their Eagle Account within 1-3 business days, which can be used for student printers, laundry facilities, vending machines, dining locations. Passengers must sign a form in order to receive the $5 in their Eagle Account.
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Wellness Wisdom: Cooking, Creativity, Confidence, and Connection!Check out this article to find out how cooking can improve your overall wellness!
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Wellness Wisdom: The Importance of Critical ThinkingLearn about the importance of critical thinking and the benefits of building this skill.
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Wellness Wisdom: Benefits of Taking Dance Workout ClassesCheck out this article for more information on the benefits of dance workouts and where to find them!
Prevention & Wellness presents: Wellness WednesdayWhere on campus can you get free stuff, pet therapy dogs, and learn something new? Well, Wednesdays in the Student Plaza with P&W, of course! See what's it's all about in this news article.
Life of a Peer Educator: Peer Education OfficeAs Peer Educators, we facilitate many different outreach events on campus throughout the week. To do all of these, we learn and practice our content frequently. Here is one of the places we go to:
Prevention & Wellness presents: ProgramsPrograms are one method Prevention & Wellness uses to get information out to the student body. Resident Assistants, professors, organizations and departments can request programs. Check out this article to see how to request a program for your team!
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Prevention and Wellness presents: Cash CabSo you're telling me I can get $5 to my Eagle Account and a free ride anywhere on campus? You sure can! View this article to see how!
Life of a Peer Educator: TrainingsAs peer educators we facilitate many different outreach events on campus throughout the week. To do all of these we learn and practice our content frequently. Here is one of the things we do:
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Life of a Peer Educator: P&W LoungeAs peer educators we facilitate many different outreach events on campus throughout the week. To do all of these we learn and practice our content frequently. Here is one of the places we go to:
Prevention and Wellness presents: Student Success and Wellness CoachingWant to achieve better sleeping habits? Feeling like you never have enough time? Wish to improve your self-care but are unsure where to start? Make a free appointment with us today!
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Outdoor OasisCheck out this article to hear about the benefits of spending time outdoors!
Wellness Wisdom: Detoxing Your GutCheck out this article for more information on how to improve gut health!
Wellness Wisdom: Benefits of Taking Dance Workout ClassesCheck out this article for more information on the benefits of dance workouts and where to find them!
Wellness Wisdom: AnxietyCheck out this article to hear some facts about anxiety and resources to help!
Stock up on SanitizerCheck out this article about the Flu, COVID, Strep Throat on our campus! Read for information regarding signs, symptoms, and prevention.
October InSTALLment: Exercise is MedicineOctober 2025 Volume 13 Issue 4