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Rec Sports Center Memberships

We offer a number of different memberships and discounts in order to serve as many people in our community as possible.

Membership Features

Whenever you are ready to register, sign up online then stop by the Rec Pro Shop and we can take it from there. We will create an account for you, activate your membership, complete the necessary program waiver and make you an ID card. You will then be able to take advantage of the facility as well as receive the Member discount rate on all of our other programs, workshops, and events!

A Rec Membership includes access to:

  • Indoor track
  • 4 Sport Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Aquatic Center
  • Racquetball Court
  • Satellite Fitness Centers in Clawson Hall and Martin Dining Hall
  • Special Member Events
  • Additional programming discounts

Membership Prices

Monthly
Member Type Individual Individual + Couple Family
Community $40 $53 $73 $89
Qualifying Members $32 $42 $58 $71
Full-Time Faculty/Staff (Regional/ Continuing/High School Students and Spouses) $20 $27 $37 $45
Annual (10% Discount = 1 Month Free)
Member Type Individual Individual + Couple Family
Community $432 $572 $788 $960
Qualifying Members $346 $461 $630 $768
Full-Time Faculty/Staff (Regional/ Continuing/High School Students and Spouses) $216 $286 $394 $480

Qualifying Members Include: Part-Time Faculty/Staff, Miami University Alumni, Emeritus and Retirees, Senior Citizens (62+), Chamber of Commerce Members, Military and Emergency Personnel and Spouses.

Membership Packages

  • Individual
    • Single Adult (age 15+)
  • Individual Plus
    • Single adult plus children
    • Adult must be the parent or legal guardian. Children must be no older than the age of 18.
  • Couple 
    • Adults must be spouses
  • Family
    • Two adults plus children
    • Adult must be the parent or legal guardian. Children must be no older than the age of 18.
  • Insurance Based Programs

Membership Policies

Cancellation Policy

  • Monthly recurring membership cancellation requests must be received 48 hours prior to the following deduction date. Refunds will not be provided due to late cancellation request submission.
  • Monthly recurring memberships automatically continue and must be active for a minimum of 2 months.
  • Annual memberships can be terminated for reasons such as medical or relocation.
  • Refunds will only be processed for up to 4 months.
Submit Cancellation Request or call (513) 529-8181

Youth Access Restrictions

Children 2 years of age and under are included at no additional charge to a parent or legal guardian's Individual Membership.

Children 7 years and older are not permitted in the locker room of the opposite sex. An all gender locker room is available for use by parents and their children age 7 and older.

For children 14 years and under:

  • Must be directly supervised (i.e., in the same activity area) by a paying parent or legal guardian—be they an Individual Plus or Family member or daily pass holder—at all times.
    • Infants may not be left unattended and strollers are not permitted in activity areas.
  • Are only permitted in the following areas with direct adult supervision:
    • Fitness Center
    • Track
    • Exercise Performance Rooms
    • Hot Tub/Spa (ages 8-14 may use the hot tub but are restricted to the first 15 minutes of the hour)

Teenagers ages 15-17 may purchase their own membership or daily pass provided a parent or legal guardian is present during the membership registration and signs the Informed Consent Waiver/Release Form.

Learn more about access

Lost and Found

Valuables

(wallets, ID cards, credit cards, watches, iPods, etc.)

  • An immediate effort will be made to contact the owner of the valuable property. We will store property for up to two (2) weeks in the designated secure location.
  • Miami ID cards will be sent by campus mail to Miami ID Services (513) 529-5000.
  • Wallets, credit cards, and any other valuables will be taken to Miami University Police Station (513) 529-2222.
  • All keys will be sent by campus mail to Physical Facilities Department in the Cole Service Building (513) 529-7000.

Less Valuables

(equipment, clothing, swimsuits, shoes, towels, locks, etc.)

  • Items will be inspected for the name of the owner, contact will be initiated and items will be stored for up one (1) week then donated to charity.

Locker Removal Items

  • Items will be removed from lockers due to a Daily Use lock cut-off policy because it was left overnight, or an expired locker clean-out.
  • All items in these lockers will be recorded on an inventory sheet, placed in a bag all together, then placed in a secure location.
  • The Recovery Fee for these items is $5.00 and can be recovered at the Pro Shop.
  • All items will be kept for up to two (2) weeks and depending on the value of the items, will be donated  based on the above procedures.

Payment Options

Monthly payments can be made through credit card draft (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or Discover). Automatic billing is processed the 1st of each month, or the next business day if the 1st is a Saturday, Sunday, or National Holiday. Full annual membership can be paid by cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, or Miami Employee Payroll Deduction.

Parking

All Rec Center visitors and patrons should abide by all posted parking signs on University and City streets and parking lots. Rec Center members can park for 120 minutes for free in the Campus Avenue Parking Garage located at 545 South Campus Avenue Oxford, OH 45056. This applies to all Non-Miami Faculty, Staff, and Students. Miami Faculty, Staff, and Students should continue to follow campus parking regulations based on their color parking pass. For paid surface lot parking options, please visit Parking Services for more information.

Suspension Policy

Membership suspensions can be processed for all monthly and annual memberships. The minimum suspension will be processed for 1 month and a maximum of 4 months.

Prohibited Items

The following items are prohibited from entering the Miami Rec Sports Center or satellite facilities:

  • Balloons
  • Folding chairs
  • Coolers
  • Glass bottles
  • Team signs
  • Tobacco Products

Locker and Towel Rentals

The Rec has several locker options throughout the facility. There are lockers on each level of the facility - small lockers on the track for small personal belongings, medium lockers on the main level in our lounge area and in lower fitness, and large lockers in each of our locker rooms (men's, women's, and all gender).

Locker Rental

This service is provided on a first come, first serve basis. Please visit the Pro Shop for availability.

  • 4 Months - $80
  • Academic Year - $95
  • Annual - $110
    • Members who purchase an annual locker rental also receive a complimentary towel rental for the duration of the rental.

Daily Use Lockers

  • Daily use lockers are available at no charge on a first come, first serve basis. Members and guests must remove all items in daily use lockers when they leave the facility.
  • Free daily use locks may be checked out at the Reception desk on a first come, first serve basis with an ID card. All items must be removed and the lock returned to Reception before facility closing each night.
  • Personal locks may not be left on daily use lockers overnight.
  • If daily use lockers are not emptied by closing each day, Rec staff will remove locks and all locker contents and keep items in Lost & Found for maximum 1 week. After 1 week, all abandoned locker items will be donated to charity. Miami Recreation is not responsible for locks cut off during this procedure.
  • A $5.00 fee will be charged to retrieve locker contents.

Towel Rental

We have large shower towels available for members and guests to purchase at the Pro Shop. All towels must be returned on the same day.

  • 1 Towel - $1
  • Unlimited Towel Rental for 1 year - $50

Rec Center Parking

All Rec Center visitors and patrons should abide by all posted parking signs on University and City streets and parking lots. Rec Center members can park for 120 minutes for free in the Campus Avenue Parking Garage located at 545 South Campus Avenue Oxford, OH 45056. This applies to all Non-Miami Faculty, Staff, and Students. Miami Faculty, Staff, and Students should continue to follow campus parking regulations based on their color parking pass. For paid surface lot parking options, please visit Parking Services for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the different packages mean?

Individual is for (1) individual over the age of 15. (Individuals under the age of 18 require the signature of a parent or guardian.

Individual (+) is for (1) adult (over the age of 18) plus their legal dependents. 

Couple is for (2) adult spouses.

Family is for (2) adult spouses plus their legal dependents up to the age of 18.                                             

  • Community - applies to anyone in the area and there are no stipulations for who can purchase them.
  • Qualifying Member - applies to all part-time faculty/staff, university alumni, emeritus, and retirees, senior citizens (62+), military and emergency personnel and spouses of the above categories.
  • Faculty/staff - applies to all full-time faculty/staff members and their spouses/families
  • Regional/Continuing Student - applies to any high school or college student who is not automatically activated via the general fee.

Can I get just a one month membership?

The Rec requires a minimum of 2 months for a monthly recurring membership. We put a credit card on file so it automatically deducts each month until the member requests a cancellation.

What if I want to switch my membership from an individual to a family membership?

We can help you easily switch your membership to add or remove members as needed. Members are encouraged to complete the Rec Center Help form to let us know what exactly they need and we will take it from there.

Does the Rec have any discounts for affiliations or alumni of the university?

Yes, alumni fall into the Qualifying Membership category which receives 20% off the community membership rate. 

Can I buy multiple day passes at once?

Yes! If you aren’t ready to commit to a membership or would like to be able to visit the Rec at your convenience, we have a bundle of day passes of 5 for $25 or 10 for $50. You can purchase these at the Pro Shop. They are transferable so you can give them to friends and family members or use them at any point during the year.

Visitor Passes

For Faculty and Staff: How does payroll deduction work?

If you would like to pay for a membership or any fee over $40 via payroll deduction, submit the Rec Center Payroll Deduction form. You can select how many installments you would like the payment to be deducted from.

Is pool access included in the price of a membership?

Yes! Access to the aquatic center, fitness center, sport courts, track, racquetball court and locker rooms is all included with a normal facility membership. Additional programming such as personal training or group fitness classes are at an additional fee.

If I buy an annual membership, do I have to pay the whole fee at once?

Yes, all annual memberships require payment upfront. You do have the ability to put your membership on hold for a minimum of 1 month if you are unable to use the facility at any point during that year though.

What are the types of insurance based memberships that are offered?

The Rec partners with SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, and Renew Active. To see what you might qualify for, we recommend you contact the number on the back of your insurance card.

Why is my Oxford Rec access denied as a Hamilton/Middletown student?

Regional students do not pay the same general fee as Oxford campus students. Due to this difference, regional students are not automatically activated but are welcome to enroll for a membership for $20 per month or $216 for a full year.

Can my dependents use the facility without me if they are on my membership?

Yes, as long as dependents are over the age of 15, they are permitted to use the facility as they wish. A key tag can be made for each dependent upon request. Dependents 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times while using the facility.

Can I bring a guest with me when I workout?

Yes, all guests are permitted to bring guests with them at any time for $6 per person.

Visitor Passes

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About

Miami Recreation prides itself on its commitment to meeting the diverse recreational needs of its patrons. With state-of-the-art fitness centers, a wide range of programs and services, and outdoor adventure opportunities, Miami Recreation offers something for everyone. Miami Recreation is dedicated to enhancing the physical, mental, and social aspects of community well-being.