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Recreational Sports & Fitness Day

by UIC Recreation & Wellbeing

Athletic/Sports @UIC_RecWell Campus Recreation Exercise is Medicine Health and Wellness Recreation and Wellbeing wellness

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 6:00 AM –

Sat, Feb 22, 2025 9:00 PM CST (GMT-6)

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At UIC Recreation and Wellbeing, we believe that movement, connection, and wellbeing are key to a successful and fulfilling college experience. As we celebrate NIRSA Rec Day, we invite you to join us for three days of exciting events, competitions, and activities designed to highlight the power of recreation in fostering a healthier, happier campus!

What is NIRSA Rec Day?
NIRSA Rec Day is an annual celebration of collegiate recreation and wellbeing, held on February 22 to honor the founding of NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation. Since 1950, NIRSA has been shaping the future of campus recreation, empowering students through fitness, teamwork, and leadership development.

Dr. William Wasson founded NIRSA on February 22, 1950, by uniting 20 intramural directors from 11 Historically Black Colleges and Universities to share his research on collegiate recreation. Rec Day is now celebrated worldwide, honoring its commitment to health, activity, competition, and inclusive participation!

UIC Recreation and Wellbeing is proud to be part of this movement, and we’re bringing you a lineup of engaging programs to get you moving, competing, and connecting!

Join the Celebration: Event Schedule
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Intramural Table Tennis Tournament | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | SFC
Candlelight Yoga | 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM | SFC
Open Net Pickleball | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | SFC

Friday, February 21, 2025
Swish House Basketball Class | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | SRF
Rec Recess | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | SRF
NIRSA Rec Day Campus Clean-Up | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Meet at SRF POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER
Open Net Badminton | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | SFC
Open Net Volleyball | 7:45 AM - 3:45 PM | SRF

Saturday, February 22, 2025
Swish House Basketball Class | 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM | SRF
Open Net Badminton | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | SFC | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM | SRF
Open Net Volleyball | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | SFC

More Than Just Fitness—A Community for Wellbeing
At UIC Recreation and Wellbeing, we’re more than just a gym. We provide inclusive programs, leadership opportunities, and innovative wellness initiatives like Exercise is Medicine On Campus (EIM-OC) to help students thrive academically and personally.

We are committed to:
Fostering student success through recreation and leadership opportunities.
Providing welcoming and inclusive spaces for all students, faculty, and staff.
Enhancing physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing through our diverse offerings.

Join us this Rec Day to experience firsthand how UIC Recreation and Wellbeing can support your journey to lifelong health, connection, and achievement!

Follow us on social media for event updates and more! @UIC_RecWell

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Sat, Feb 22, 2025
9:15 AM – 10:45 AM
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Rec Day Swish House Basketball Fitness Class

Saturday, February 22 | 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM | SRF

Take your basketball skills to the next level with this high-energy workout that blends drills, conditioning, and game play. Open to all skill levels! Check out our website for how to register with Swish House. go.uic.edu/swishhouse.

Sat, Feb 22, 2025
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Rec Day Open Net Badminton and Pickleball

Saturday, February 22 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | SRF

Pick up a racquet or paddle and enjoy open-play badminton and pickleball with us to celebrate NIRSA Rec Day!

Sat, Feb 22, 2025
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Rec Day Open Net Volleyball

Saturday, February 22 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | SFC

Bump, set, and spike your way through an open-play volleyball session to celebrate NIRSA Rec Day!

Fri, Feb 21, 2025
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
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Rec Day Swish House Basketball Fitness Class

Friday, February 21 | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | SRF

Take your basketball skills to the next level with this high-energy workout that blends drills, conditioning, and game play. Open to all skill levels! Check out our website for how to register with Swish House. go.uic.edu/swishhouse

Fri, Feb 21, 2025
7:45 AM – 3:45 PM
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Rec Day Open Net Volleyball

Friday, February 21 | 7:45 AM - 3:45 PM | SRF

Bump, set, and spike your way through an open-play volleyball session to celebrate NIRSA Rec Day!

Fri, Feb 21, 2025
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Rec Day Rec Recess

Your Friday Break Starts Here!

Take a break from the grind and unwind with Recreation and Wellbeing at Rec Recess! Every Friday, we’re bringing the fun to you with a rotating lineup of tailgate and backyard games, set up at different spots each week. Whether you're looking to challenge your friends to a game of cornhole, test your skills at giant Jenga, or just want to relax and enjoy the vibe, Rec Recess has something for everyone.

What to Expect:

Games: Cornhole/Bags, Giant Jenga, Connect 4, Spikeball, Giant Bowling, and more!
Weekly Locations: New location every week – check our schedule to find us!
Relax & Recharge: The perfect way to unwind and kick off your weekend.
When: Every Friday
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Locations vary each week (Check our website or follow us on social media for updates!)

Bring your friends, make new ones, and enjoy a well-deserved break with Rec Recess! We can’t wait to see you there.

Fri, Feb 21, 2025
4:15 PM – 8:30 PM
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Rec Day Open Net Badminton

Friday, February 21 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | SFC

Pick up a racquet and enjoy open-play badminton with us to celebrate NIRSA Rec Day!

Thu, Feb 20, 2025
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Rec Day Table Tennis Singles Tournament

The Table Tennis Singles Tournament is a FREE single day event which will be held on Thursday, February 20th at approximately 5:00 PM (actual time may vary based on total participants; update will be emailed the day of the tournament). All tournaments are gender neutral. If you can play, you can play!

The tournament will take place at the Sports & Fitness Center - SFC (828 S. Wolcott St.). The registration deadline for the Table Tennis Tournament is Wednesday, February 19th at 11:59 PM.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
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Rec Day Candlelight Yoga

Thursday, February 20 | 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM | SFC

Unwind and relax with a peaceful yoga session in a candlelit setting. This calming experience will help reduce stress, improve flexibility, and center your mind.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Rec Day Open Net Pickleball

Thursday, February 20 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | SFC

Grab a paddle and enjoy open-play pickleball to help us celebrate the 75th Anniversary of campus recreation.

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