Get more involved on campus while doing something fun. Campus Recreation provides state-of-the-art facilities and programs that promote active and healthy lifestyles.
Campus Recreation
CAMPUS REC Update
Campus Recreation will resume operations for the spring 2021 term on Sunday, February 7, 2021. Patrons must have a reservation in order to access the fitness center. Time slots can be reserved on the TU Campus Rec mobile app or on the Campus Rec portal. Reservations for the Campus Recreation Center and/or the Climbing Wall will open 48 hours in advance.
In the meantime, Campus Recreation wants to continue to support you in your health and fitness journey. Check out our Beyond Burdick page for resources related to health, fitness, nutrition, and more.
Campus Recreation supports the Towson University community by providing facilities and programs that promote physical and social benefits. Whether you want to get active, challenge yourself with an outdoor adventure, or just have some fun with your friends Campus Recreation has something to offer you.
Spring 2021 Updates
Areas, Programs or Services Open/Available
- Fitness floor on level one (by reservation only)
- Cardio floor and functional floor on level two (by reservation only)
- Climbing wall (by reservation only)
- Burdick Pool (by reservation only)
- Outdoor gear rental (by reservation only)
- Bike rental (by reservation only)
- Virtual Group Fitness classes
- Burdick fields
- Day use lockers
- Limited in-person Intramural Sports opportunities
- Skills studio (for individual activity)
- The Jungle on level two
- MAC 1 and MAC 2 for various open recreation activities
- Gyms 1 and 2 designated for basketball (individual shooting only)
- Sport Club practices
- Select day-use equipment
Areas, Programs or Services Closed/Unavailable
- Sport Clubs travel and home events
- Outdoor trips
- Teambuilding programs
- Climbing clinics
- In-person Group Fitness classes
- Towel service
- Personal training
- Locker rentals
- Guest passes
- Membership sales
- Group fitness studio, mind body studio, cycle studio, and instructional studio
- Safety classes
New Guidelines and Protocols
- TU is a “mask-on” community for all students, faculty, staff, contractors, volunteers and visitors. This means masks are required in every building, including the Campus Recreation Center. If you need to remove your mask for a short period of time (due to a pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular condition, shortness of breath, etc.), you can do so in one of the designated recovery zones throughout the facility.
- Patrons must have a reservation in order to access the fitness center. Time slots can be reserved 48 hours in advance on the TU Campus Rec mobile app or on the Campus Rec portal. The TU Campus Rec mobile app is available in both the App Store and the Google Play Store. To ensure proper physical distancing, please wait at the designated waiting area until it is time for your reservation.
- Patrons must have a reservation in order to access the Outdoor Adventure Center. 45-minute time slots can be reserved 48 hours in advance on the TU Campus Rec mobile app or on the Campus Rec portal. The TU Campus Rec mobile app is available in both the App Store and the Google Play Store. To ensure proper physical distancing, please wait at the designated waiting area until it is time for your reservation.
- Patrons must use the TU Campus Rec mobile app for touchless entry into the facility. If you don’t have or forget a smartphone, you can simply give your TU ID number or
name to the welcome desk attendant.
- Intramural Sports and Sport Club participants do not need a reservation to access the facility for their game or practice. These participants should first check-in at the Membership & Guest Services desk before joining the facility access line and using the TU Campus Rec mobile app for touchless entry into the facility.
- Guests are not permitted to use the Campus Recreation Center. Guest passes will not be available for purchase.
- Alumni and Household memberships are currently unavailable.
- Patrons are encouraged to bring their own water bottles. Water bottle filling stations will be available, but fountain spouts are currently disabled.
- The locker rooms are closed, except for the use of restrooms. Locker rental is unavailable, and patrons are not able to utilize a locker in the locker rooms.
- Day use lockers are available throughout the facility. You can bring your own lock or day use locks can be checked out at the Equipment Room.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the facility open?
View our spring 2021 hours.
How often are you cleaning the equipment?
Fitness equipment is cleaned hourly during operational hours by our staff. Gym wipes are provided for participants to clean equipment before and after use to ensure clean and sanitized equipment.
Will hand sanitizer be provided?
Yes.
What disinfecting solution(s) are you using?
Disinfecting gym wipes, Virex II, Simple Green
Am I required to wear a mask while exercising?
Yes, masks or face coverings are required by Campus Recreation until further notice. Please review our recommendations for exercising with a mask/face cover.
Will there be an area in the facility where I can remove my mask if needed?
Masks can be removed in designated recovery zones. These zones are available on each level of the facility:
- Level One: Personal training suite, lounge area
- Level Two: Instructional studio, lounge area, across from the queenax area (by the elevator)
- Lower Level: Lobby/hallway area
How can I reserve a time to use the facility?
- To reserve a time at the Campus Recreation Center, you will need to download the TU Campus Rec mobile app. The TU Campus Rec mobile app is available in both the App Store and the Google Play Store. Once in the app, you can reserve a time slot.
- To reserve a time at the Climbing Wall, you will need to download the TU Campus Rec mobile app. The TU Campus Rec mobile app is available in both the App Store and the Google Play Store. Once in the app, you can sign reserve a 45-minute time slot.
- Reservations for the Campus Recreation Center and/or the Climbing Wall will open 48 hours in advance.
- How to Register for a Campus Rec Reservation (PDF)
How can I cancel my Campus Rec reservation?
What happens if I do not have the TU Campus Rec app?
- You can make a reservation on the Campus Rec portal.
- You can make a reservation in-person at Membership & Guest Services during operating hours.
- You can call 410-704-4061 during operating hours.
- You can verbally give the Welcome Desk Attendant or the OAC Desk Attendant your TU ID number or name to check in.
How do I download the TU Campus Rec mobile app?
The TU Campus Rec mobile app is available in both the App Store and the Google Play Store. Simply search "TU Campus Rec." The app is free to download.
Can I gain access to the facility without a reservation?
No, a reservation is required.
Can I work out in multiple zones during my reservation?
No, you can only use the zone you registered for.
What happens if the app is not working?
If the app is not working, give your TU ID number or name to the Welcome Desk or Outdoor Adventure Center Desk Attendant. You can also make a reservation on the Campus Rec portal.
Are Alumni and Household members still able to purchase memberships to the facility?
No, Campus Recreation is not offering alumni or household memberships at this time.
Are there updated guidelines for the fitness center?
Yes, please review our Fitness Floor Usage Guidelines.
Are there updated guidlines for Burdick Pool?
Yes, please review our Pool Guidelines.
What is the plan for Sport Clubs?
- The Competitive Sports Office is open limited hours. Only one visitor is allowed in the office at a time.
- Clubs will continue to operate, however, during the spring semester, clubs are not allowed to compete, participate in group off-campus community service together, or host home events and socials. Club practices will be held with mitigation strategies in place per CDC, state, local and university guidelines.
- Sport Club members do not need a reservation to access the facility for their practice. These participants should first check-in at the Membership & Guest Services desk before joining the facility access line and using the TU Campus Rec mobile app for touchless entry into the facility.
- Hand sanitizer and sanitation wipes will be available at all Sport Club practices.
- Athletic training visits are available by appointment only.
What is the plan for Intramural Sports?
- The Competitive Sports Office is open limited hours. Only one visitor is allowed in the office at a time.
- Intramural Sports is offering in-person team sport leagues featuring low-density sports. View our IM Sports Spring 2021 Offerings.
- Intramural Sports participants do not need a reservation to access the facility for their game. These participants should first check-in at the Membership & Guest Services desk before joining the facility access line and using the TU Campus Rec mobile app for touchless entry into the facility.
How will the Outdoor Adventure Center (Climbing Wall) operate?
The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) requires participants to follow the following usage guidelines when inside the OAC.
How will the Outdoor Gear Rental program operate?
- Outdoor Gear Rental is available by reservation only.
- Gear Rental is only available for weekend rentals: pick-ups must occur on Thursdays or Fridays from 4-6 p.m. and drop-offs must occur on Mondays from 4-6 p.m. All pick-ups and drop offs will be contactless.
- Gear Rental equipment must be paid for prior to pick up. An email regarding your rental payment will be sent to your TU email after receipt of the reservation request.
Contact Information
Towson University Campus Recreation
Location
Burdick Hall
Main Office - 153
Main Office - 153