Facilities Information
Facilities Information and Hours
Step into CWU’s University Recreation facilities—where fitness, well-being, and community come together to support every step of your journey.
From the state-of-the-art Recreation Center to Alder Recreation Complex, the Recreation Sports Complex, and Lister Tennis Facility, CWU Recreation has everything you need to move, play, and thrive.
Facility Operations
Please visit the Climbing Wall and Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals pages for current operating hours.
Helpful Links
Current weather conditions at the RSC (Select 'mobile' when on a portable device)
Air quality is monitored at AirNow.gov and outdoor facilities and programs will close at 151 or higher.
Facility Hours and Information
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Recreation Center
Academic Hours:
Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday - Sunday: 12:00pm-8:00pm
Winter Quarter Closures/Change of Hours:
MLK JR. Day Holiday Weekend
January 16: 6am-6pm
January 17-18: 12-6pm
January 19: 12-10pm (MLK Jr. Day)
Presidents' Day Holiday Weekend
February 13: 6am-6pm
Saturday, February 14-15: 12-6pm
February 16: 12-10pm (Presidents' Day)
Finals Week & Spring Break
March 15: 12-8pm
March 16: 6am-10pm (Study Day)
March 17-19: 6am-10pm (Final Exams)
March 20: 6am-6pm (Final Exams)
March 20-21: Closed
March 23-26: 6am-6pm (Spring Break)
March 27: 6am-10pm (Spring Break)
March 28-29: Closed
March 30: 6am-10pm (Start of Spring Quarter - Academic Hours Resume)
Step into the CWU Recreation Center—80,000 sq. ft. of fitness, fun, and movement! Climb our 50-foot wall with bouldering arches, hit the strength and cardio zones, jog the elevated 1/8-mile track, or play in the four-court gym. With group exercise studios and locker rooms featuring showers and saunas, it’s everything you need to stay active and thrive.
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Alder Recreation Complex
Alder Recreation Complex features three full-size, natural grass fields designed for multi-use activities. The fields are open seasonally and available for reservations.
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Recreation Sports Complex
The Recreation Sports Complex (RSC) is the ultimate spot for athletics and events! Opened in 2018, it features a fully lit turf infield, NCAA competition track, grandstands for 600, a throwing venue, and more. Available by reservation, it’s perfect for competitions, tournaments, and special events.
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Lister Tennis Facility
The Lister Tennis Facility is open for the season and welcomes players to enjoy the courts.
Policies:
- Courts are for tennis play only
- Marking of the ground with paint, tape, chalk, or similar products is prohibited
- No Skateboards, scooters, bicycles, or in-line skates
- No pets, glass, alcohol, gum, tobacco products, or chairs on courts
- Proper footwear required
- Limit play to 2 sets or 1 hour if others are waiting
- Abuse of net and/or equipment is prohibited
- Users are encouraged to bring their own water/beverage in a sealed container
Lighting Controls
- Court lights are on demand from 6 am - 10 pm.
- Lights activate via push button for each set of courts
- Court lights stay on for 1 hour at a time
- Amber lights above gate turns on when 1 hour time is about to expire
- Button can be pushed again for a additional 1 hour of Light
All posted policies and procedures must be followed. Please check here regularly for updates regarding the Lister Tennis Courts.
WAC 106-140-670, CWUR 7-30-08
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Climbing Wall
Inside the CWU Recreation Center, the climbing wall rises 50 feet at its highest point, providing climbers with a challenging and rewarding mental and physical workout.
Climbing Wall
For reservation inquiries: Please contact the Scheduling Center, (509) 963-1321 or schedule@cwu.edu.
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