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How can ADVANCE students can get involved with Mason Recreation?

Advance students can participate in many Mason Recreation programs and events! They will have access to more as Mason Recreation members, however even non-members can take advantage of plenty that we offer.

Read more about what Advance students can do with (and without) a Mason Recreation membership below. Email us at MasonRec@gmu.edu for more!  *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, access to some of these programs/ services may be different.**

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Without a Mason Recreation membership:

  • Outdoor Adventure Trips:
    • Anyone affiliated with Mason can sign up to go on one of our adventure trips! Check out our schedule online, we take Patriots hiking, backpacking, skiing, kayaking and more each weekend.
  • Group Fitness:
    • In the first two weeks of each semester we offer free to our Gold Access group fitness schedule. These classes include Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Aikido, Capoeira, MMA, Krav Maga, and more! Check out our classes, if you are only interested in t but don’t want a full annual membership, you can buy a Gold Access Only Membership instead.
  • Summer Camp:
    • Our Summer Camp is available to any and all who wish to sign their kids up for a week of fun! All of our prices and dates are all listed online, registration will begin in mid-spring!
  • Swimming Lessons:
    • All are welcome to sign up for these regardless of age or skill levels. Whether you’d like to improve on techniques, gain confidence, or start from the beginning, lessons are tailored to the individual. All instructors are certified by the American Red Cross or YMCA.
  • The EDGE:
    • Book a program with The EDGE, Mason Rec’s team development and experiential learning program! We work with classes, organizations, business, groups and more to facilitate team building and growth, ask us about our mobile program.

What can I  do WITH a Mason Rec Membership?

Advance students are considered part-time Mason students. To become a Mason Recreation member, all part-time Mason students must make a one time payment of $55 each semester that they are considered a part-time student. With a full membership you have full access to all of our facilities, including the RAC, AFC and Skyline Fitness.

Each facility has a full Fitness Center as well as unique aspects that make it one of a kind!

  • Skyline Fitness Center:
    • This Facility is the center for our Outdoor Adventures program
    • Basketball/ Futsal court
    • A Tread wall (Think “Rock Climbing Treadmill”! You have to try it, it’s FUN and a great workout!)
  • Aquatic and Fitness Center:
    • Recreation pool and competition pool, hot tub, and sauna.
    • Cycling Studio
    • Group Fitness studio
    • Stretching and core room
  • Recreation Athletic Complex:
    • Two Basketball courts (Volleyball and Badminton is available for set up in each court)
    • Two Racquetball Courts (Wallyball can be set up for play!)
    • Two Squash courts
    • Yoga and Multipurpose Room
    • Martial Arts and Self Defense studio
    • Freshens Smoothies & more
    • *This facility is closest in proximity to outdoor fields and courts
  • West Campus Park
    • We have outdoor tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts, as well as a turf field and 3 Bermuda grass fields. Members and students have access to these fields when they are open and available!
  • Personal Training
    • Do you have Fitness goals to meet? Sign up for Personal Training sessions and let our highly trained staff help you get there! You can view a list of our trainers and their bios online as well as on bulletin boards in our facilities.
    • Group Exercise classes: We have two different group exercise schedules.
      • Green Access Schedule: these classes are free to all members and include: Cycling, HIIT, boot camp, Barre, Zumba and more!
      • Gold Access Schedule: Access to these classes can be purchased for $75 a semester and include classes such as: Yoga, Pilates, Capoeira, Aikido, MMA, Krav Maga, and Tai Chi.

Membership Options: The following are the membership options available to ADVANCE Students.

Membership Price
Per Semester $55.00
Day Pass $10.00

Other Recreation Options:

  • Arlington Campus – Mason ADVANCE students are able to access the Arlington YMCA for $2 a visit!
  • Science and Technology Campus – Mason Students have free access to the Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center on this campus.
  • Mason ID’s are needed for access to the above facilities.

 

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