Special Events

University Recreation

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.

We're Hiring! Apply before October 18

Looking for a job on campus? University Recreation is hiring!

UREC has a variety of positions with flexible scheduling, tons of training opportunities, and mentorship from professional staff. No matter what your goals are after college, get real life professional experience that respects your obligations as a student. Some positions may require certifications.

Family Weekend: October 2-4

Whoever your Coug Family is, celebrate Family Weekend with University Recreation! Find the full calendar of events at family.wsu.edu.

Free SRC & Chinook Access

Students, bring your family to the SRC or Chinook during Family Weekend for free. Just have them sign in at the membership desk when you arrive and have them experience all the great amenities available to you. If your family members plan to use our facilities while you are at class or work, they can purchase a day pass or special event weekend pass.

Friday, October 2

Pilates | 5:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Chinook 30

To celebrate Family Weekend and as part of UREC's Free FriYAY Fitness classes, we invite you to our Pilates!

Pilates is a low-impact, full-body workout that focuses on building core strength, improving flexibility, and enhancing overall body awareness. Move with intention through a series of controlled exercises designed to help you feel stronger, more balanced, and energized.

This class is appropriate for all fitness levels, and no prior Pilates experience is required. Participants can modify movements to match their comfort and ability level while improving posture, stability, and functional movement in a welcoming and supportive environment.

CougCycle Throwbacks Disco Edition| 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | SRC Classroom 252

CougCycle Throwbacks: Disco Edition is a high-energy, music-driven spin experience featuring the biggest disco hits and throwback favorites. Clip in, ride along to the beat, and relive the grooviest era with an exciting workout that’s all about fun, community, and good vibes.

This cardio-focused indoor cycling class is appropriate for all fitness levels, and no experience is required. Participants can set their own resistance, speed, and intensity levels throughout the ride, making it easy to customize the workout while enjoying a retro-inspired fitness experience on the bike.

Register Here

Saturday, October 3

Family Weekend Kayak Tour | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | ORC Lobby

Enjoy quality time with your family in the great outdoors! Located only 30 minutes from WSU’s campus, the Snake River is perhaps one of the most well-known and scenic rivers in the entire United States. Come enjoy everything this beautiful place has to offer while you explore the river -- either in your own kayak or in a tandem kayak for some extra family bonding. One registration = one seat in a boat!

Register Here

Donuts and Dodgeball | 10:00 a.m. to Noon | SRC Court 1

Join us on Saturday, October 3rd, from 10 am-12 pm at the Student Recreation Center Court 1 for a Family Weekend Dodgeball tournament! Before or after your games, grab some provided donuts and watch the rest of the action!

We hope you'll spend your Saturday morning with us at the SRC for some Dodgeball and Donuts!

Register Here

Grip Strength Challenge | 10:00 a.m. to Noon | SRC Lobby

Compete for the title of strongest Coug family member! Flex those forearms and lift as much weight as you can with our pinch block! Prizes will be given at the end of the competition (12pm) for the heaviest lifts!

No registration required! This is a drop-in event. Show up anytime between 10am-12pm and give it a try!

Night of the Living Deadlift: Wednesday, October 28

THE RULES

• 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.

LIFT CRITERIA

• 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.

EQUIPMENT

• 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.

QUESTIONS

• 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!

SCHEDULE

1. Arrive a half hour before competition for weigh in, attempt selection, and to get familiar with the equipment.

2. Be present for rules briefing 10 mins before competition.

3. Event starts at 5:30 PM with 95 lbs on the platform.

4. Awards and prizes given out after competition ends.

Divisions 

• Division A - 95lbs to 275lbs

• Division B - 225lbs to 405lbs

• Division C - 355lbs and up

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.