Category: Announcements

We’re in this Together | April 2020 Newsletter

Let’s Get VIRTUAL – Online Recreation is here

While we may not be able to welcome our Students, Members, and guests into our facilities soon, we still have many ways to Engage, Educate, and Empower our community – virtually!

FITNESS

Online Fitness Options

We’re here to help you stay active while you stay home! There are many free online resources available to our Mason Community at this time. Check out each page listed, there are plenty of options that can help you to stay active, engaged, and living your best life. We’re all in this together!

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Join our E Gaming League!

This league will run from March 30th through April 19th, followed by two weeks of playoffs. Registration is open until March 29th, closing at midnight.

Register here: imleagues.com/gmu

Fifa 20 (PS4 & XBOX1)
Madden 20 (PS4 & XBOX1)
Super Smash Bros (Nintendo Switch)

National Collegiate Trivia Night!

Join us on Wednesday, April 1st at 8pm EST for the first night of the Quarantine Quiz Show!

•Who can participate? Any student, faculty, or staff member!

•When: Every Wednesday in April beginning this Wednesday, April 1st at 8pm EST

•Where: Streaming live on our Twitch Channel: Recwithoutborders

•How: Create your own Twitch Account and follow our channel to participate. It is that is easy! The trivia itself is mobile-friendly

•Prizes: Swag prizes to the top 5 finishers, and random drawings throughout the event

Join our E Gaming League! This league will run from March 30th through April 19th, followed by two weeks of playoffs. Registration is open until March 29th, closing at midnight.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Find Trails to Near YOU!

We might need to keep some physical distance from each other for a while, but we don’t need to shut ourselves in. The outdoors is still open for business (just remember to practice social distancing, keep 6 feet away from others!). AllTrails is here to help you find local trails and open spaces for mental, physical and emotional catharsis. We invite you to move your body, breathe the fresh air, and strengthen your spirit in the safe haven that’s always been there – Nature.

Just a heads up though, while the trails may be open, many facilities are now closed or closing including public restrooms, visitor centers, and public campgrounds. Make sure you plan accordingly.

Click here to visit AllTrails website and find a trail near you!

Well-being Resources

There is no time like the present to check in with yourself and seek to empower your personal well-being! Check out our list of online virtual well-being resources here.

Donate Now to Help Mason Students in Need!

Dear Members, Guests, & our Mason family,

The impacts from the coronavirus outbreak are causing significant disruptions to student life at George Mason and elsewhere. Many students lack the financial cushion needed to travel home, to find alternate housing arrangements, or even to be sure where their next meal is coming from.

Your gift to this fund will provide urgent help to students who may be facing an unexpected financial crisis or medical emergency that could derail their progress towards a degree. Every donation will help a student in need—empowering them to succeed.

Using the link below you can donate to the University Life Student Emergency Giving Fund which will be used to here students can apply for financial assistance

Donations can be done here: https://giving.gmu.edu/student-emergency-assistance-fund/

Mason Recreation’s Response to COVID-19

To our Members and Guests,

The health and safety of our patrons is our top priority. In consideration of the current situation, we strongly discourage community members from visiting the Recreation Facilities at this time. To assist in limiting exposure on campus, Mason Recreation has made several adjustments to programs and services offered at this time.

All adjustments made to our facility hours, programs, and services can be viewed here: ulife.gmu.edu

At this time we encourage everyone to practice basic health and safety precautions.

In Recreation Facilities

Clean Equipment before and after each use
Each facility has several cleaning stations located near the fitness equipment for patrons use

In Your daily life

Wash hands often
Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

General Self Care

Eat healthy foods
Drink plenty of water
Get 8 Hours of sleep a day

Aquatics and Fitness Center (AFC)

March 7 – 8: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
March 9-13: 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
March 14: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

*Regular facility hours resume on March 15.

Recreation Athletic Complex (RAC)

March 7 – 14: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

*Regular facility hours resume on March 15.

Skyline Fitness Center

March 6: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
March 7 – 14: Closed
March 15 : 3:00 pm – Midnight

*Regular facility hours resume on March 15.