Memberships
UREC Membership Announcements:
Prorated Half Price Memberships Starting July 1st, 2025 – Please either call or visit the UREC Main Office during summer business hours to take advantage of this discount. Unfortunately, not available for online purchases.
Recent Graduate Membership - Any recent graduate is eligible for the Recent Graduate Membership for the semester immediately following their graduation. Membership price is $50 for the recent graduate, family not included, and can be purchased at the HPER Building Main Office with proof of recent graduation.
Payroll Deductions - Faculty/Staff are eligible to make payments through their bi-weekly paychecks. To enroll, please fill out the form and email it to urec@uark.edu for processing. Payments are post-tax.
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Membership Type |
Individual |
Family/Partner |
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Annual |
Semester |
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Additional Membership Options
NWAUAMS Student
A family member is considered a spouse, partner, and/or children under the age of 26. In order to prove familial status within these considerations, documentation may be requested.
Spouses are those persons who are recognized by the State of Arkansas as being legally married. A valid marriage certificate or other documentation accepted by the State of Arkansas for proof of marriage may be required.
Partners are those persons who meet the following conditions:
- Sole domestic partner and intend to remain so indefinitely, jointly responsible for each other.
- Jointly responsible for each other’s common welfare, share financial obligations, and share primary residence. Joint responsibility may be demonstrated by the existence of two or more of the following: a joint real estate mortgage, lease or deed; current beneficiary designation naming the domestic partner as a beneficiary of life insurance, retirement plan, or a will; joint ownership of a motor vehicle; joint checking, savings account and/or joint credit account, or other documentation to be approved at the discretion of University Recreation + Wellness.
- Not married to anyone and are at least eighteen (18) years of age and mentally competent to consent to contact.
- Not related by blood to a degree of closeness that would prohibit marriage in the state of Arkansas.
- A completed domestic partnership agrement may be required to purchase a membership.
Minors, any dependent under the age of 18, are not allowed to be in the building without a parent or guardian. Children four (4) years of age and older may not enter the locker room of the opposite sex. University Recreation + Wellness employees cannot accompany children into the locker rooms to assist with the changing of clothes, restroom breaks, etc. Parents must make the appropriate accommodations with their eligible family members or family acquaintances to assist minors in the building.
For more information on acceptable documentation for proof of familial status, or questions, please email urec@uark.edu.
- Access to four facilities, including the HPER Building, UREC Fitness Center (Arkansas Union), Tennis Center, and Sports Complex
- Unlimited attendance at Group Fitness classes (Please check out our Summer schedule of classes. Registration can be completed 24 hours in advance on the UREC Arkansas App or Member Portal)
- Member rates for Fitness Services, such as Personal Training, Assessments, and Certifications
- Access to registration for Intramural Sports each semester (for students, faculty, and staff ONLY)
Additionally, our UREC Outdoors department offers exciting ways to stay active:
- Camping equipment, kayak, and canoe rentals
- A bouldering and climbing wall inside the HPER building
- A bike shop with mechanics and open stand time for repairs
- Trips and activities to explore local lakes, rivers, and mountains
Our Wellness team also provides valuable resources and outreach initiatives aimed at enhancing the health and wellbeing of our campus community. Members can attend Wellness Lunch & Learn workshops throughout the semester to connect with health and wellness resources.
Furthermore, the Sports Injury Clinic offers no-cost services such as injury evaluations, rehabilitation, and emergency care. Members can schedule appointments with an Athletic Trainer directly on our website.
Current University Recreation + Wellness members are permitted to purchase sponsored guest passes for friends and/or family.
Sponsored
- Members may purchase sponsored guest passes in advance. Members are responsible for their guests and must remain with them while using all University Recreation + Wellness facilities (HPER Building, UREC Fitness Center [ARKU 2nd Floor], UREC Sports Complex, & UREC Tennis Center)
- Only three sponsored guests are allowed per member per visit.
Self-Sponsored
- Self-sponsored guest passes may be purchased by individuals who do not wish to purchase a full membership but still wish to use University Recreation + Wellness facilities without a current University Recreation + Wellness member.
- Guests must present a government issued picture ID to gain access to University Recreation + Wellness facilities.
- Members under the age of 18 cannot sponsor a guest or purchase a self-sponsored guest pass.
- Inn at Carnall Hall guests can bring their room key as proof of stay
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First Level Locker |
$15 |
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Racquetball Court Locker (limited supply) |
$15 |
*Note* Free-to-use lockers, located in the hallway on Level 2 of the HPER Building, are free. Items that do not fit in these lockers may not be stored on top of or around the free-to-use lockers. Items may not be left in the fitness center, hallways, or University Recreation + Wellness Hub. Any property left unattended overnight is subject to a $10.00 storage fee.
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Full Size |
$30 |
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1/2 Size |
$20 |
*Towel Service included
Day lockers are located at the front of the facility for free. These are only for UREC Fitness Center participants. University Recreation + Wellness reserves the right to remove items from a locker where the member is not using the UREC Fitness Center. Property left overnight in day lockers or unattended in the locker room is subject to a $10.00 fee.
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Towel Service (per semester) |
$12 |
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Day Towel |
$1 |
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Locker Storage Fee |
$10 |
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Lost Towel Replacement |
$12 |
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Lost Lock Replacement |
$15 |
Refunds may be requested for all or portions of a purchase. All refunds will require a $25.00 administrative charge and the approval of the University Recreation + Wellness Director. Refunds requested by 4:00 pm of the third (3rd) business day following the transaction will be considered for the full amount minus the $25.00 administrative fee. Refunds or cancellations due to extenuating circumstances may be issued after the third (3rd) business day for a prorated amount. All refunds will be reviewed and approved by the Director.
The following extenuating circumstances will be considered for refunds or cancellations after the 3rd business day.
- Injury/Illness (documentation may be required)
- Exit from the University that prohibits active participation for the remaining period of the membership
- Activity area closure or resources unavailable
- Employee error
Parking Information
All UREC members and visitors must adhere to the parking rules and regulations set by the UARK Transit and Parking Department. Permit holders may park in their designated lots. Please refer to the UARK Campus Parking Map for locations.
Nearby parking for the HPER Building:
- Meadow Street Parking Garage (MSPG) has parking spots designated for Green Student permits, Yellow Faculty/Staff permits, and Metered parking. Metered parking price is $2.15/hour plus an additional $0.30 convenience fee. Purchase is available on the Flowbird App or by texting UARKM to 25023.
UREC Members with a Community Membership are eligible to purchase a Vistor parking permit from the Parking Department for $230 annually or $8.65 per day. These allow for parking in MSPG, Lots 306, 302, 304, 207, 211, 210, 209, and 212 (both Yellow Faculty/Staff and Green Student lots). For more information and purchase, please visit either the Parking Department website or their office located at 155 S Razorback Rd.
A facility access waiver must be signed prior to entry. Waivers are good for one year. Waivers can be signed on your member page, located online in the member portal.
A membership agreement form must be completed with the purchase of a University Recreation + Wellness membership.