University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: News

Temporary Mirror Replacement Work at the Nick (May 18–22)

Beginning the week of May 18, the Nicholas Recreation Center will undergo a project to replace more than 30 mirrors throughout the building. Work will take place daily from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and is expected to continue through May 22. While the Nick will remain open, members may experience temporary impacts in …

All About the New Powerhouse

At Rec Well, we work consistently to best meet our members’ needs. One of the best ways for us to do this is by responding to member feedback. Lines, wait times, and congestion around strength equipment at the Nick, specifically in the Powerhouse, is one of the most commonly submitted pieces of feedback we receive. …

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 …

Rec Well is a partner of The No Fees Project

No student should sit on the sidelines and watch others play. That’s why we are proud to be an anchor partner on the  Office of Student Financial Aid‘s No Fees Project. This project seeks to remove campus Cost of Experience (CoE) fees for all Federal Pell Grant-eligible and UW Promise Program students. As part of …

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  #

Construction Starts on Near East Fields on May 28

Near East Fields is the fourth and final project of the Rec Well master plan and the second of two turf field projects. Rec Well will begin construction on Near East Fields, located on the Lakeshore side of campus next to Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center and in front of Dejope Residence Hall, on Tuesday, …

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 …

Let the Games Begin!

As we enter the new year and this spring semester, we are proud to open our newest space at Bakke, our Esports Room! Located on the second floor of the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center, the Esports Room has 12 gaming computers ready for you to come use.   This is such an exciting moment for …

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 …