About

One of the best ways to handle the stress of college life is through fitness. NIU Recreation gives you the tools you need to develop healthy habits and achieve a balanced outlook on life. Use our fitness machines, participate in intramural sports, swim laps, rent a court or outdoor equipment, or take an adventure trip.

Campus facilities, and locations, include:

• Recreation Center (RC)
• Nelson Tennis Center at Chick Evans Field House (FH)
• Adventure Center (at Recreation Center)
• Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex (ORC)

Fee-paying NIU students are automatically members. Simply use your OneCard ID to enter. Group classes, nutrition coaching, personal trainers and more are available for a fee.

NIU Recreation is a department within the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Policies

Age Requirements

At Northern Illinois University's Recreation Center, the following age-related policies apply:

• Individuals 0-16 years old:
  • Must be accompanied, at all times, by a parent, guardian or adult age 18 years or older with a signed waiver by parent or legal guardian.
  • Are not permitted to enter the cardio room, weight room, deadlift room or plyometric room, which are courts 5, 6 and 7.
• Individuals 17 years and older:
  • May access the cardio room, weight room, deadlift room and plyometric room, which are courts 5,6 and 7 with active adult supervision
  • the only exception to this is if the student(s) has completed a 30-minute fitness orientation ($20) with the director of fitness.

These policies are designed to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. For more detailed information, please refer to the Recreation Center's policies.

Clothing and Footwear

The NIU Recreation Center reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine what is appropriate attire. The following information are helpful guidelines:

• Appropriate athletic attire and closed-toe, non-marking shoes are required
• Shorts/athletic pants, shirts (that cover the chest, sides and back) are required in all areas except the locker rooms
• Street clothing (i.e. jeans, dress pants, boots, flip-flops, etc) are prohibited during activities
• It is recommended that jewelry not be worn during activity

Our Why

We create conditions for success by facilitating opportunities and building a culture that inspires optimal health and well-being.

Our Promise

Have fun. Live well. Feel your best.

Goal Areas

• Customer engagement and experience
• Programs, education and services
• Facilities, equipment and spaces
• Team member experience
• Brand, marketing and communications
• Finances