Welcome to Campus Rec
CHANGES TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
Campus Rec is beginning the process of lifting COVID-19 health and safety restrictions for the Rec Center. Face masks are still required for all activities in the Rec Center with the exception of lap swimming in the pool, showering, and drinking/eating. Physical distancing of 6 feet is no longer required, and maximum occupancy limits related to COVID-19 have been lifted. Visit our Reopening Resources webpage for more information on Campus Rec's evolving COVID-19 health and safety restrictions.
Free Lifeguard Training Program
The Lifeguard Training Program is free for current and incoming PSU students who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and intend to work as a lifeguard for Campus Rec after completing the American Red Cross lifeguard certification course. No experience required. Help us rebuild our lifeguard community!
Group Fitness Instructor Training (GFIT) Course
Learn the strategies needed to teach safe and effective group exercise classes in Campus Rec's Group Fitness Instructor Training (GFIT) course offered this fall! The GFIT course is designed to prepare you to take the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Group Fitness Certification Exam and teach Group X.
IN-PERSON OFFERINGS
- Climbing Center
- Open cardio zones and strength training spaces
- Lap swimming at the Rec Center pool (swim lane reservation required)
- Group X fitness classes
- Personal training
- Guided outdoor trips (Campus Rec members only)
- Drop-in sports on the gymnasium courts
- Outdoor gear rentals
- Cardio zones
- Strength training and conditioning spaces
Virtual Offerings
- Wellbeing Diaries
- Live virtual Group X classes
- Group X on demand videos
- Virtual group training programs
- Virtual personal training
- Strava Club
- Mindful Meanderings podcast
- Outdoor Workshop Wednesday videos
- Accessible at-home workouts
- CampusWell site
- Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter
- Connect with us on social media
- Campus Rec Programs
Schedule & Activities
Upcoming events
Ross Island SUP Trip
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASY
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING: JULY…
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Ross Island SUP Trip
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASY
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING: JULY 21 AT 6:00 P.M.
Beat the heat this summer and learn how to stand-up paddle board (SUP) with the Outdoor Program. Meet our trip leaders at Willamette Park on the west side of the Willamette River. From there, we will go through the steps to set up an SUP, discuss the different parts of a paddle, and show you how to put on a personal flotation device (PFD). Then we'll hit the water to learn the foundations of paddling. You'll put all of these skills to use as we paddle to Ross Island and make new friends along the way.
Learn more on the Outdoor Program webpage.
Willamette Park
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
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Council Crest Day Hike
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASY
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING: JULY…
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2021-07-31 16:00:00
2021-07-22 13:44:57
Council Crest Day Hike
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASY
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING: JULY 28 AT 6:00 P.M.
Council Crest Park is thought to be the highest point in Portland at 1,073 feet above sea level. Join the Outdoor Program as we complete a 5.5-mile trip starting and ending at the PSU campus and culminating at the summit of Council Crest. We will take our time spotting birds and admiring local trees and flowers. Our reward for reaching the top of Council Crest will be incredible views of Portland, Mt. Saint Helens, and Mt. Hood.
Learn more on the Outdoor Program webpage.
Meeting Location: PSU Outdoor Program Office (505 SW Harrison Street)
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
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Hoyt Arboretum & Washington Park Tour
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: MODERATE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING:…
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2021-08-07 16:00:00
2021-07-22 13:44:57
Hoyt Arboretum & Washington Park Tour
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: MODERATE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING: AUGUST 4 AT 6:00 P.M.
Explore the beautiful, forested hills just west of the PSU campus on this 7.5-mile hike. We will leave from the Outdoor Program and head through the city as we make our way to Washington Park. Further down the trail, discover thousands of native, global, and endangered tree species at Hoyt Arboretum. Make some new friends and get to know Portland better on this beautiful hike through the city.
Learn more on the Outdoor Program webpage.
PSU Outdoor Program Office (505 SW Harrison Street)
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
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Terwilliger Day Hike
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASY
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING:…
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2021-08-14 16:00:00
2021-07-22 13:44:57
Terwilliger Day Hike
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASY
REGISTRATION DEADLINE & PRE-TRIP MEETING: AUGUST 11 AT 6:00 P.M.
Get outside and make new friends as we explore Portland's urban forests together! We will depart from the PSU campus and make our way to Marquam Nature Park, which spans over 170 acres. Enjoy a physically distanced snack at the trailhead on the mosaic covered steps before heading out on the Terwilliger Trail. Throughout the 6-mile hike, we will stop to identify trees and take in the views of Mt. Saint Helens and Mt. Hood.
Learn more on the Outdoor Program webpage.
PSU Outdoor Program Office (505 SW Harrison Street)
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
Outdoor Program office, 503-725-5668
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