Main Student Recreation Center Entry Relocation

Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 4, the main entrance to the Rec Center will be temporarily relocated due to renovation work.  Please use the temporary entrance located on the east side of the Rec Center at the top of Stadium Drive. 

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Main Student Recreation Center Entry Relocation During Renovation

Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 4, the main entrance to the Rec Center will be temporarily relocated due to renovation work.  Please use the temporary entrance located on the east side of the Rec Center at the top of Stadium Drive.

Map of new entrance

Project Overview

To enhance the experience for everyone who visits the Rec Center, we are renovating the front entrance and lobby areas to create a more welcoming, efficient and modern arrival experience. The Rec will remain open during the renovation, and programs and services will continue as scheduled.

Why is this project happening?

The renovation is designed to improve customer service, enhance facility access, and create a more seamless experience for students, members, and guests. 

What is being updated?

Improvements will include the Rec Center's front entrance, lobby, Guest Services area, and equipment checkout spaces.

How will this benefit members?

The updated spaces will provide a more streamlined check-in process, improved customer service interactions, and a modernized user experience from the moment visitors enter the facility.

How long will the project last?

Construction is expected to take approximately 3 to 4 months, with the Rec Center remaining open throughout the renovation.

Football Game Days & Folsom Event Days

Construction-related access changes may be affected by football game days and other major events at Folsom Field. 

Upcoming Impacts 

  • Friday, November 13: Additional access and parking impacts may be in effect due to game-day operations. 

Please allow extra time to reach the facility and follow event-day signage and staff directions. 

Additional game-day and event-day information will be added as schedules and operational plans are finalized. 

Events & Tabling Impacts

Beginning September 4, several reservable spaces in the Rec Center will be temporarily unavailable due to construction activities.

The following locations will be unavailable for the duration of the project:

  • Studio 4
  • Lobby Meeting Room
  • Main Lobby tabling locations
  • Alternative Tabling Locations

To support continued outreach and engagement opportunities, two alternate tabling locations will be available for reservation. Both locations are on the main level near the Climbing Gym overlook. These highly visible spaces provide strong foot traffic and central access within the facility. Tables will be provided and set up in each designated location. 

Access Through the Building

Visitors attending events or tabling activities may notice temporary route adjustments. Follow posted signs directing traffic through the lower courts area when applicable. A walking path map and facility diagram will be posted here prior to construction.