Special Events
Come join your fellow Cougs at University Recreation's special events. Click on any of the events below to expand the selection for more information.
This event is for the deadlift only. Check in will start at 5:00pm followed by a short athlete meeting at 5:30pm then the first deadlifts begin. Please take warmup time into consideration.
When arriving for the event, make sure to submit your first deadlift weight at the registration table. Lifting order will be released on the day of the event.
After you attempt your lift, you may go to the registration table to submit the weight for your next attempt. Each participant will have 3 lifts total.
Prizes will be given to heaviest lift, any PRs, and a variety of secret awards to be given at the end. Stick around!
In the event of a tie, the lifter with the higher DOTS coefficient will be given the award.
The bar will be loaded on the platform in a position parallel to the front of the platform. Platform will be free of any unnecessary equipment including deadlift jacks.
Once bar is loaded, the lifter may take up to 60 seconds before beginning their attempt.
Lifter assumes a position facing the bar. Sumo or conventional stances are allowed.
The attempt begins when the bar leaves the floor.
The bar is pulled in an upward motion until the lifter is standing erect with knees locked and shoulders slightly behind the bar when viewed from the sagittal plane.
Once lockout is attained and the bar is motionless, the bar is lowered under control with both hands back to the ground.
No commands will be given. It is up to the lifter to ensure lockout is attained before lowering the bar.
Hitching is allowed. Bar path going up-down-up on the way to lockout is not reason for disqualification.
Allowed equipment: chalk, belt, straps, wraps, sleeves, and suits.
Foot coverings are required. If you choose to lift without shoes, you must still be wearing socks.
Is there a cost for entry? Registration is free!
What are the rules for equipment? Can I use straps? This is an “anything goes” event. You can use straps, sleeves, belts, suits, hitching, no shoes, whatever it takes!
Will there be warm up space? There will be some bars nearby to warm up for deadlifts.
Is this sanctioned? Nope! This is all just for fun.
Are there prizes? Yes, we have a wide variety of prizes. Not just for the heaviest lift, but also for PRs and other secret awards. Stick around until the end!
Can I bring my friends? You must be registered to compete, and we will have a seating area for anyone who wants to watch.
Am I strong enough to compete? This event is designed to celebrate all skill and strength levels. We just want to have fun!
Arrive a half hour before competition for weigh in, attempt selection, and to get familiar with the equipment.
Be present for rules briefing 10 mins before competition.
Event starts at 5:30 PM with 95 lbs on the platform.
Awards and prizes given out after competition ends.
Division A - 95lbs to 275lbs
Division B - 225lbs to 405lbs
Division C - 355lbs and up
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Monday, August 3
Class Time Room Sunrise Spin 6:10 to 7:00 a.m. Chinook 20 K-POP Dance 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Chinook 20 Pilates 6:00 to 6:45 p.m. Chinook 22 Intro to Exercise 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Chinook B50 -
Tuesday, August 4
Class Time Room Yoga Fusion 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. Chinook 22 Les Mills BODYSTEP 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Chinook 30 Intro to Exercise 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Chinook B50 Women on Weights 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Chinook B40 Spin and Core 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Chinook 20 -
Wednesday, August 5
Class Time Room Sunrise Spin 6:10 to 7:00 a.m. Chinook 20 K-POP Dance 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Chinook 20 Pilates 6:00 to 6:45 p.m. Chinook 22 Intro to Exercise 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Chinook B50 -
Thursday, August 6
Class Time Room Yoga Fusion 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. Chinook 22 Les Mills BODYSTEP 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Chinook 30 Intro to Exercise 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Chinook B50 Women on Weights 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Chinook B40 Spin and Core 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Chinook 20
AquaPatch
AquaPatch
October 7 | 5:00 to 9:00 PM | Student Recreation Center
Come pick a pumpkin! This event is free and no pre-registration is required to attend.
Our pool/aquatic pumpkin patch is just the place for you to get your Fall necessity, the pumpkin! You can get in the pool and pick one out yourself or you can come in dressed and our staff in the pool will hand you the one that you point to and you can take it home. We will also have carving and painting tables for those who wish to decorate their pumpkin here at the Student Recreation Center. One pumpkin per individual. This event is first come first serve, when we run out we run out. We will have around 300+ pumpkins to give away that are donated from a local farm.
Night of the Living Deadlift
Night of the Living Deadlift: Wednesday, October 28
Stay alive as long as you can in this deadlift only competition. The bar will start at 95 lbs. and keep going until no on can lift it anymore. No restrictions on equipment or technique; straps, hitching, suits, sumo/conventional are all allowed. Personal records are celebrated and awarded along with best costume.
See rules below.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Chinook B40
Free Entry, Up to 50 Participants
THE RULES
LIFT CRITERIA
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Closed Week Classes
Closed Week: Free Fitness Classes
The Student Recreation Center (SRC) will be closed August 3rd to August 7th. During that time, free fitness classes will be hosted in the Chinook to ensure you don't miss a workout!
Pick from yoga and Pilates, to spin and instructional dance, all completely free of charge. A UREC membership is needed to access the Chinook, or you can get a day pass at the front desk.
