Get to Know Rec Sports

Welcome to campus, new #ActiveBadgers! We hope your semester is off to a strong start. Now that you’ve found your lecture halls, bought your textbooks, and read your syllabi, it’s time to learn about another important part of college life: being physically active. Staying active on campus is not only essential to your physical health …

New and improved intramural dodgeball

The five commandments of dodgeball will forever be dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge, but we’ve restructured the way intramural dodgeball is played and scored this season. These changes are designed to make the game more fun, competitive, fair, and convenient. Less arguing. In the past, players were asked to call the game themselves, sometimes …

Hidden Secrets About The Nat

Not everyone knows everything we have available at the Natatorium, and we don’t blame you. We offer a lot of equipment, services, programs and more! Lucky for you, we’ve put together all the facts you need to PLAY HARD. GET FIT. LIVE WELL. at the Nat.   We have the inside scoop on the best …

Ella // Irish Dance

Irish dance has been a great way for Ella to stay active and pursue her passions. Check out this #ActiveBadger episode to learn more about the history of Irish Dance and the dedication it takes to be one of its’ top performers.

Carly & Cameron // Summer Camp

Siblings Carly and Cameron spent their summer kayaking, bowling, and exploring campus with Rec Sports’ new youth summer camp. Don’t miss these Jr. #ActiveBadgers as they recount their camp highlights.

The Magic of Mindfulness

If there was a quick and simple secret that could improve your sleep or lower your anxiety about an upcoming test, what would you do for it? If your answer is a lot, keep reading to learn more about easy, simple, and FREE ways we’ve found to help. Mindfulness, as defined by University Health Services …

What's cooler than being cool? Ice cold!

Looking to ice skate like a true Wisconsinite this fall? You’re covered with Open Hockey, Stick & Puck, and Open Skate at the Shell. All skill levels are welcome at each offering, but here’s some information to help decide which session is best for you: Open Hockey Open Hockey is your chance to play pick-up …

Unspoken (But Also Spoken) Rules of Rec Sports

The gym can represent different things for different people. For some, it’s a great place to blow off steam and get away from daily stressors. For others, it may be more of a social place, to work out with a friend or maybe meet new people. But for most, the gym is a place to …

Quiz: Which Sport Club Should You Join?

We are proud to be home to more than 40 student-run Sport Clubs on campus. From baseball to water skiing, there are so many clubs to explore. Pack your perfect gym bag and we will help you narrow down your choices to the club we believe you should join this year.   First of all, …

Lori B. // Staying Active

From hiking in the Andes to Dragon Boat racing in Italy, our former Dean of Students knows how to stay active! Exercise has helped Lori achieve her goals in staying fit, being engaged, and remaining focused. Learn about her commitment to an active lifestyle and how it impacts her work here on campus.