Student Recreation Center (U of A), Tucson

The University of Arizona Student Recreation Center, also known as the "Rec Center," is a state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facility located on the University of Arizona campus. The center serves as a hub for physical fitness and wellness activities for students, faculty, and staff, offering a wide range of amenities and services for its members.

The University of Arizona Student Recreation Center, commonly known as the "Rec Center," has a rich history dating back to 1920 when the university first established a physical education program. At that time, the program was housed in an old army barracks that had been converted into a gymnasium.

Over the years, the program and its facilities continued to grow and evolve, with the construction of several new buildings and additions to the original gymnasium. In 1988, the current Student Recreation Center was built, replacing the aging facilities.

The Rec Center has become an integral part of campus life, offering a wide range of recreational activities and services for students, faculty, and staff. The facility includes an Olympic-sized swimming pool, multiple basketball and volleyball courts, weight and cardio rooms, indoor track, climbing wall, and more.

Today, the University of Arizona Student Recreation Center is one of the largest and most comprehensive recreation centers in the country, serving as a model for other universities and organizations.