Mason Recreation

Don’t Miss Out Fun Friday on April 19th!

Are you interested in having fun, meeting other students, or playing games like Connect4 and Uno? Join us on April 19th from 1-2:30 pm at the RAC Overlook (2001A) for laughter, competition, and connection! Mark your calendars and get ready to kick off the weekend with a smile.

  • Date/Time: April 19th, 1 PM – 2:30 PM
  • Location: The Overlook (RAC 2001A)
  • Register at Mason360

 

Recreation Pool | Schedule change March 25 – April 12

Attention members and guests,
Due to construction, the AFC Recreation pool will have modified hours and open at 4:00 pm from March 25th – April 12th. Please keep an eye on our website (and on your inbox) as these dates may change.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to enhance our facilities and improve our user experiences during this time.
Questions? Email us at [email protected].

– The Mason Recreation Team

Book Lovers Unite | Join Our Book Discussion on April 16th!

We invite you to a thought-provoking exploration of “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown” on April 16th, at The Overlook (RAC 2001A) from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Share your thoughts and feelings related to the book and hear the dynamic perspectives of your fellow Patriots.

  • Date/Time: April 16th, 11:30 AM – 1 PM
  • Location: The Overlook (RAC 2001A)
  • Register at Mason360.

March Newsletter

Check out our March events and activities.

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AFC Elevator Repair begins March 18

Attention Members & Guests,
Beginning Monday, March 18th, 2024 the Aquatic and Fitness Center (AFC) elevator will be out of service for repairs. These repairs will last at minimum thirty (30) days.
While the elevator is out of service, the accessible parking spots in the front of the AFC will only provide accessible entrance to the main floor (Top level of the AFC).
How to Access the lower half of the AFC during this repair time: 
  1. In order to access the lower half of the AFC, which includes the pool, you will need to park in accessible parking spots located around the back in the Potomac Heights Parking Lot on Presidents Park Drive.
  2. From there you will be able to enter the lower level of the AFC via door B17.
    1. This door is not automated and a staff member will need to be present to check in all patrons entering through B17.
  3. Please ask the front desk staff for assistance when locating the parking lot and entering the lower-level entrance when you first arrive.
With any questions, concerns, or assistance please contact the front desk at (703)993-3939.

Spring Break Facilities Schedule | March 5th – 11th

Please see our facility hours for spring break 2024. They are broken down by facility in this order: RAC, AFC, and Skyline.

Questions? Email us at [email protected].

Recreation Athletic Complex

  • Saturday, March 2nd: 1 PM – 5 PM
  • Sunday, March 3rd: 1 PM – 5 PM
  • Monday – Friday: 3 PM – 8 PM
  • Saturday, March 9th: 1 PM – 5 PM
  • Sunday, March 10th: 1 PM -11 PM

Aquatics and Fitness Center 

  • Saturday, March 2nd: 8 AM – 5 PM 
  • Sunday, March 3rd: 8 AM – 5 PM 
  • Monday – Thursday: 6 AM  – 8 PM 
  • Friday, March 8th: 6 PM – 6 PM
  • Saturday, March 9th: 8 AM – 5 PM 
  • Sunday, March 10th: 8 AM – 8 PM  

AFC Pools

  • The competition pools will OPEN 15 minutes after the building opens and will CLOSE 30 minutes before the building closes.
  • ** Comp pool will be CLOSED on Weekends **

Visit our website for pool hours


Skyline Fitness Center

  • Friday, March 1st: 3 PM – 8 PM
  • March 2nd- 9th: CLOSED for Spring break
  • Sunday, March 10th: 5 PM – 12 PM

Visit our Website for more information.

I Have a Flat Bike Tire, Now What? on March 18th!

Do you know what to do if you ever get a flat bike tire? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Join us on March 18th at Skyline Fitness Center from 3 – 4 PM to learn exactly what to do if you find yourself dealing with a flat bike tire. In this workshop, you will learn the basic steps of the tire-changing process for bicycles and even have the opportunity to change a tire yourself. If you have a bike you would like to learn on, feel free to bring it! Book your spot today on Mason360.

  • Date/Time: March 18, 3 – 4 PM
  • Location: Skyline Fitness Center
  • Register on Mason360.