University of Wisconsin–Madison

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A Guide to 2026 Summer Staff Intramural Sports!

Hello Active Badgers! I’m Parker Goss, the Coordinator of Intramural Sports here at Rec Well. We’re happy to announce that we’ll be offering Staff Intramural Sports again this summer! For those unfamiliar, in the summer, UW-Madison employees can participate in dedicated staff leagues/divisions across all our sport offerings. We have a lot coming up this …

Your Guide to Summer Staff Intramural Sports!

Hello Active Badgers! I’m Parker Goss, the Coordinator of Intramural Sports here at Rec Well. We’re happy to announce that we’ll be offering Staff Intramural Sports again this summer! For those unfamiliar, in the summer, UW-Madison employees can participate in dedicated staff leagues/divisions across all our sport offerings. We have a lot coming up this summer, …

Reminder: Membership Pricing Updates are Just Around the Corner

Back in March, we shared some important updates about our upcoming membership pricing adjustments. As we get closer to the implementation dates, we want to provide a quick reminder of what’s changing and what you need to know. What’s Changing? Campus Affiliate Membership: $50/month (previously $45) Community Membership: $70/month (previously $60) Day Pass: $20 (previously …

Changes to Our Membership Rates

Our mission is to move Badgers to play hard, get fit, and live well. Whether you come to lift, swim, run, meditate, or simply unwind, we’re committed to offering top-tier facilities, equipment, and services that support your health and wellbeing. To continue enhancing your experience, we’re making slight adjustments to our membership rates, effective May …

WIAA Renews Tournaments at Nielsen Tennis Stadium

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association has reached an agreement on a five-year extension of its contract with University of Wisconsin Recreation & Wellbeing to have Nielsen Tennis Stadium serve as the site of the State Boys & Girls Individual and Team Tournaments through 2031. # WIAA  #

Summer 2024 Staff Intramural Sports are on the Horizon!

Hello Active Badgers! I’m Parker Goss, the Coordinator of Intramural Sports here at Rec Well. We’re happy to announce that we’ll be offering Staff Intramural Sports again this summer. For those unfamiliar, in the summer, UW-Madison employees can participate in dedicated staff leagues/divisions across all our sport offerings. We have a lot coming up this …

NEW THIS SUMMER: No Registration Needed for Group Fitness Classes

Starting May 20, all group fitness classes will be a first-come, first-serve. Reservations will no longer be available for some classes such as Group Cycling, Train360, Strike360, or Cardio360. Once this change goes into effect, we recommend coming to your class 10 minutes prior to the start to secure your spot. In addition, there will …

Managing Burnout

At UW-Madison, the academic culture pushes us to strive for success. But, we know that balancing work, personal life, academic expectations, and extracurriculars can get overwhelming. Checking in with yourself and managing stress is a critical way to avoid getting burnt out. Here’s a quick rundown on what burnout is and what you can do …

Best Wisconsin Hikes

Hiking is one of the best ways to explore a new place, experience nature, and get some movement in. It has also been proven to make you happier! Wisconsin is a hidden treasure when it comes to scenery, and has plenty of beautiful trails to walk all year round.  Here are a few you can …

How to get started on Fusion Play

We hope this blog finds you well and ready for another exhilarating season of intramural sports. We are thrilled to announce that we have upgraded our Intramural Sports Management Software to Fusion Play, offering you a more seamless and engaging experience than ever before. What’s Fusion Play? Fusion Play is our new and improved platform …