Welcome to Around the Rec!
Around the Rec is a challenge designed to encourage you to explore something new at Rec Well while also celebrating everything you already do (or start to do!) as an Active Badger.
Complete the Flexes of your choice from January 20 – March 5 to get points and earn sweet Rec Well swag.
Here is how it works:
- Register for Around the Rec: Level Up through our quick form.
- Complete 1 Flex → get 1 point
- Get 3 or more points → win a limited-edition Rec Well crewneck sweatshirt
- New this year: The same Flex can be completed more than once and count towards your total! For example, if you are registered for Around the Rec, and swipe into either of our buildings at least 15 times throughout the challenge, you will have completed that Flex 3 times, getting you 3 points!
Register Here!
Complete Flexes January 20 - March 5 to level up your semester!
Flexes
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Access the Nick and/or Bakke 5 times
It’s no secret we love seeing Active Badgers in our facilities. To complete this Flex, swipe into the Nick and/or Bakke, at least 5 times*. This can be any combination of facility entries (i.e. 2 times at the Nick and 3 times at Bakke, 5 times at Bakke, etc.).
Make sure you have your Wiscard and check our building hours for all you need to know.
*One swipe/entry counted per day.
Climb at Mt. Mendota 1 time
Join us for some great bouldering, top roping, and community at Mt. Mendota. To complete this Flex, you must climb at our rock wall at one time*. Make sure you swipe your Wiscard and check in at the desk!
For wall hours and more information, check the link below.
*One swipe/visit counted per day.
Follow us on Instagram
This one is simple! To complete this Flex, all you need to do is follow us on Instagram at @uwrecwell. Make sure you include your Instagram username in your registration form so that we can verify your follow. You have until the end of the day on March 4 to follow us, but you might as well follow us now!
Attend a Wolf Teaching Kitchen open house
Explore all of what our Nutrition Education program has to offer and enjoy tasty treats at our teaching kitchen open houses! To complete this Flex, attend our open house in February.
Wellbeing & Waffles
Tuesday, February 3 @ 5 – 7pm
Check out a “buffet” of wellbeing services including meditation, free five-minute chair massages, wellness coaching, and a waffle bar in Wolf Teaching Kitchen.
Make sure you bring your Wiscard to check in!
Attend a Wellbeing workshop*
Tap into all the different dimensions of wellbeing through our wellbeing workshops! Our workshops are free, informative, and fun. To complete this Flex, register for and attend at least one wellbeing workshop. Workshops happen often, so keep an eye on our newsletter and website for all the workshop information. Here are some upcoming offerings:
- Finding Community & Building Resilience on Wednesday, January 28
- Wellbeing & Waffles on Tuesday, February 3
- Rise & Shine on Wednesday, February 4
Play open rec tennis at Nielsen 1 time
You can play tennis in all kinds of weather at Nielsen Tennis Stadium. To complete this Flex, you must visit and play tennis at Nielsen at least 1 time*. Make sure everyone playing on your court taps their Wiscard or Rec Well membership card before playing!
We recommend you reserve a court prior to arriving at Nielsen! This can be done online using CourtReserve, over the phone, or in-person at the member services desk. Be sure to check the daily schedule and/or Court Reserve for tennis court availability.
Attend a NTS Student Night*
If you have been looking for your chance to check out Nielsen Tennis Stadium, look no further than our NTS Student Nights! Play as much open rec tennis as you want from 6 – 9pm for just $5 per player. Here’s the next offering:
- Friday, February 20
To complete this Flex, attend NTS Student Night and make sure you tap your Wiscard at the member services desk!
Attend Late Night Aqua Zumba
Calling all night owls! Join us for free Late Night Aqua Zumba (sponsored by Ian’s Pizza).
To complete this Flex, you must attend Late Night Aqua Zumba one time. No dance experience is required. Participants must be comfortable in shallow water (approximately four feet).
Arrive 10 minutes early to claim your spot. No late entry is permitted. Bring your Wiscard, water bottle, and a towel. Participants will receive a free Ian’s slice card while supplies last.
Location: Cove Pool at Bakke
Time: 9 – 9:45pm
Dates:
- Wednesday, January 21
- Wednesday, February 4
- Wednesday, March 4
*Flexes marked with an asterisk are only available to UW-Madison students.
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Be on an active Sport Club roster*
We have more than 50 sport clubs. You can earn this Flex by being an active member in one of them! If you are interested in being on a club team, check their webpages for information on how to get involved. Financial and time commitments vary by club.
Attend 1 group fitness class
Group fitness has a class for everybody! Classes are offered throughout the day at the Nick and at Bakke. To complete this Flex, you must attend 1 group fitness class. Make sure you tap your Wiscard or Rec Well membership card before class starts!
A group fitness pass is not required to complete this Flex. Classes attended during free group fitness week (the first week of the semester) will be honored as a part of this program. Intro to Group Fitness classes will also be honored as a part of this program. Check out our class schedule and get your move on!
Skate during open rec 1 time
Blow off some steam and hit the ice! To complete this Flex, go to the Sub-Zero Ice Rink and skate 1 time*. Open rec skate opportunities include:
- Public Skate
- 18 & older Stick & Puck
- 18 & older Open Hockey
- Freestyle Figure Skating
Make sure you swipe your Wiscard/Rec Well ID card at the Ice Services Desk for your Flex to register in our system! Check our rink schedule for all ice times.
*One skate/swipe counted per day.
Attend a theme skate night
Rumor has it our ice rink has the best playlists… find out for yourself at one of our theme skate nights! Join us every Saturday from 7:30 – 9pm at the Sub-Zero Ice Center for some sweet tunes and great skating.
To complete this Flex, attend at least one theme skate night of your choosing. Make sure you swipe your Wiscard/Rec Well ID card at the Ice Services Desk for your Flex to register in our system!
Participate in 1 intramural sports game*
Get your game on with our Intramural Sports leagues. To complete this Flex, check-in as a participant for at least one intramural sports game or Esports match. Check out our sports offerings and get registered on Fusion Play! An Intramural Sports pass is required to participate.
Participate in 1 intramural sports tournament*
Get your game on with our Intramural Sports tournaments. To complete this Flex, check-in as a participant for at least one intramural sports tournament. Check out our tournament offerings and get registered on Fusion Play! An Intramural Sports pass is required to participate.
Attend a cooking class*
Find your inner chef with our nutrition education programming! To complete this Flex, register for and attend at least one of the following offerings:
- Badger Bites (60-minute sessions)
- Meal Master class (90-minute sessions)
- Cooking class (120-minute sessions)
There are a variety of cuisines, techniques, and recipes for you to explore through our classes, check our Nutrition Education class below for upcoming sessions!
FAQs
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When is Around the Rec happening?
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 20. Flex tracking begins on Tuesday, January 20. Flex tracking concludes on Thursday, March 5. All flex self-reporting must be submitted prior to the last day of tracking to be considered. Prize distribution will take place in early March.
How are Flexes tracked?
We are taking care of tracking on the back end! We recommend you track your own progress with our digital tracking tool. Your participation will be captured through official program registration through our portal, scanning your Wiscard at respective facilities, and submitting short, activity-specific forms after Flex completion. See the list above for specific information on how to complete/submit each Flex activity.
How will I know if I completed the challenge?
After Around the Rec tracking concludes, we will notify all program participants with respective prize pick-up information! If you believe you qualified for a prize but did not received prior communication from Rec Well, please email us at marketing@recwell.wisc.edu.
Who can participate in Around the Rec?
Any active Rec Well member can register for and participate in Around the Rec. This includes UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Who should you contact with questions?
Email hello@recwell.wisc.edu.
Accommodation Requests
If you need an accommodation to attend this event, email accommodations@recwell.wisc.edu. All accommodation requests should be made no less than two weeks before the event. We will attempt to fulfill requests made after this date but cannot guarantee they will be met.