Did you know that the University of Iowa is a member of NIRSA?  NIRSA, originally known as the National Intramural Association, supports collegiate recreation across the country and throughout Canada.  

Every year, on the day commemorating NIRSA’s founding — February 22, 1950 — we like to join with other universities, companies, and associations across North America to celebrate campus recreation.

On this day we remember the vision set in motion by Dr. William Wasson and his esteemed colleagues at the first NIRSA Conference: To celebrate health, activity, competition, and inclusivity.  This conference convened a meeting of 20 representatives from 11 Historically Black Colleges and Universities at Dillard University in New Orleans.  

Join us in celebrating recreational sports and fitness with fun activities and events!

Events

Member Appreciation Day (2/24)

We want to thank you for being a member of Recreational Services!  To celebrate, join us at the CRWC for us to say thank you in person! 

We will have free food and a drawing to win Recreational Services swag!  

We will be there the following times:

  • 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Try Climbs (2/24)

Ever wanted to try the climbing wall? Here is your chance!  The climbing wall will be offering FREE try climbs from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.!  Try climbs are designed for people wishing to “try” climbing. The climbing wall staff will manage the safety systems while you experience the climbing wall first hand. 

Rec After Dark (2/28)

Join us for our glow-in-the-dark themed Rec After Dark: "Glow Hard or Go Home." 

Date: Friday, February 28

Time: 9:00 p.m. - Midnight

Location: Campus Recreation and Wellness Center

Activities: 

  • Silent Disco | Court 1: Dance the night away while rocking one of our free headphone sets. Each headphone will have various stations that dancers can listen to!
  • Laser Tag | MAC Gym: Two teams of 10 can compete to eliminate the other team. Hide behind barriers and crawl on the floor to avoid being tagged.  Are you up for the challenge?
  • Glow Climb | Climbing Wall: Love climbing or want to try it for the first time? We have a unique opportunity for you! Glow Climb incorporates glow features into the climbing wall to light up your experience.
  • Glow Pickleball: What's all the hype around pickleball?  Here is your chance to try it out, in the dark!  
  • Glow Fitness: Try one of our fitness classes, in the dark!  
    • Glow Yoga Sculpt 9:30-10:15 pm | CRWC AR2
    • Glow Zumba 10:30-11:30 pm | CRWC AR2
  • Free Food | Hallway outside basketball courts: On behalf of our community sponsors, come enjoy some free food!