Special Events

Fall 2023 Events

Date: September 5 - 28
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 12:15 - 1:00pm
Location: Meet us at UH Campus Recreation and Wellness Center Entrance
Registration Required: Walk-in registrations or register prior to your walk here
Cost: FREE
Target Audience: Faculty, Staff & Students
Description: As the temperature cools, join UH Campus Recreation and Wellness Center for STEPtember! Open to faculty, staff and students, this FREE offering is a great way to experience the campus while clearing your mind and getting your daily steps in!
For the month of STEPtember join us to walk the campus twice per week with the goal of logging ½ - ¾ of a mile each walk. You’ll not only get your steps in but also have the opportunity to experience some of the University’s beautiful outdoor art as well as learn about the different plant life on campus.

STEPtember themed walks will begin 12:15 pm at the entrance to the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center and occur on:
9/5 & 9/7: ART WALK (27, 30, 37, 38)
9/12 & 9/14: PLANT LIFE: Feet to Flora!
9/19 & 9/21: ART WALK (27,25,23,26)
9/26 & 9/28: ART WALK (27,35, 34, 18,19)
To participate, REGISTER before your first walk. Campus Rec will help you keep track of your steps and update you weekly on the upcoming walks.
So, Buddy up with a friend and let’s start “Steppin” into fall with this fun physical fitness activity!

Dancing with the Rec

Dancing with the Rec Showcase

Date: November 3, 2023
Time: 3:00 pm
Registration Required: October 31, 2023
Cost: $20
Target Audience: UH REC Members
Preview: September 15 @5pm
Description: Hit the dance floor with Dancing with the Rec and compete individually or within a group. Showcase your skills and talents with a wide range of dance styles, including but not limited to ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, ballroom, Latin, and more before a panel of judges and audience.

Date: October 26
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Location: Second Floor of Rec Center
Days: One-day event
Registration Required: Walk-in Registrations
Cost: FREE
Target Audience: UH REC Members
Description: Strong Coogs party celebrates people as they break their personal records in squats, bench press, and deadlifts. The crowd will cheer each other on. Our personal trainers will assist with each lift. All fitness levels are welcomed.

August - Tire Flip Challenge
September - Skillmill
October - Bosu
November - Strongest Coog
December Sleigh Sled Push
- Days: Once a month for that entire month.
- Time: All-day
- Location: Fitness Zone (Second Floor of the Rec Center)
- Registration Required: Walk-in Registrations
- Cost: FREE

Date: February 12-16
Registration is Required for each individual event
Cost: FREE
Target Audience: UH REC Members
Description: Love Everybody Week is dedicated to body positivity during the week of Valentine's day.

Date: April 18
Registration Required: No
Cost: FREE
Description: Encourage people to get up and move by attending a group fitness class.

Date: May 6
Registration Required: No
Cost: FREE
Target Audience: PT Clients
Description: Personal trainers will have a client appreciation day to thank their clients for training with them and celebrate their progress. The clients can also challenge their trainers to a fitness competition.

Date: March 28
Time: 5:30 - 6:30pm
Location: Second Floor of Rec Center
Days: One-day event
Registration Required: Walk-in Registrations
Cost: FREE
Target Audience: UH REC Members
Description: Strong Coogs party celebrates people as they break their personal records in squats, bench press, and deadlifts. The crowd will cheer each other on. Our personal trainers will assist with each lift. All fitness levels are welcomed.