What’s different
Reservations. With the number of patrons allowed in spaces lower than usual to align with occupancy limits and physical distancing requirements, a reservation system will be utilized to manage anticipated demand for access to Campus Recreation spaces and in-person Group Exercise classes.
Access to Campus Recreation spaces. Pre-register online for a facility access time slot. Maximum 45 minutes.
Group Fitness Classes. During the shelter-in-place period, in-person Group Fitness classes will not be offered.
Face covering policy. Campus Recreation will follow the University’s requirements regarding the use of face coverings for each of the Operational Postures as outlined the COVID-19 Standards and Guidelines: Face Coverings, Personal Protective Equipment, and Personal Gear. This means that face coverings will be worn by patrons and employees in all Campus Recreation buildings and spaces including outdoor fields.
Locker rooms. Locker rooms will be open, but due to the limited spaces and strict occupancy limits, we encourage patrons to come dressed to work out. Day use lockers will be available. Please bring your own lock. Rental lockers will not be available this semester.
Equipment such as basketballs, racquets, weight belts, stretch bands, cornhole boards, etc. will not be available for checkout. All patrons must bring their own equipment to use.
Facility Time Slot Reservations
You must pre-register online for a facility access time slot. Maximum 45 minutes. Reserve a time slot.
Group Fitness
During the shelter-in-place period, in-person Group Fitness classes will not be offered.
Wellness Consultations
Wellness consultations will be offered virtually. View more details about wellness consultations or contact Kevin Sciullo, Wellness Coordinator by emailing kls150@pitt.edu or calling 412-383-8687.
Club Sports
All activities/sports will be required to adhere to CDC, State, and University of Pittsburgh guidelines along with their National Governing Body (NGB) guidance. View more information about club sports or visit the SORC website.
Intramural Sports
Fall intramural sports have concluded for the fall 2020 semester. Thank you to everyone who took part in kickball, dodgeball, volleyball, and Esports. View more about intramural sports.
Climbing Wall
The climbing wall will be open for bouldering with hours posted on our website. Top roping will not be permitted. Climbing shoe rentals will not be available. Please bring your personal climbing shoes or athletic footwear to climb. View facility hours and request a time slot to use the climbing wall.
Aquatics
The Trees Pools is open. The Bellefield pool is closed. Book a time slot for recreation swim.
The number of swimmers per lane and pool occupancy will be dependent upon the stated University Operational Postures and occupancy limits. Swimmers should monitor their distances from other swimmers to accommodate physical distancing.
Face coverings. Campus Recreation will follow the University’s requirements regarding the use of face coverings for each of the Operational Postures as outlined in the COVID-19 Standards and Guidelines: Face Coverings, Personal Protective Equipment, and Personal Gear.
Face coverings will not be required on the pool deck and cannot be worn while swimming.
Face coverings will be required in the locker rooms and all other spaces in Trees Hall.
Fitness Centers
The fitness areas in Baierl Recreation Center and Trees Hall will be open during the shelter-in-place period. The William Pitt Union Fitness Center is closed during the shelter-in-place period and Campus Recreation spaces in Bellefield Hall including the pool, fitness center, basketball courts, and dance/multipurpose room will remain closed for Campus Recreation activities.
View Fitness Center operating hours.
Patrons will be asked to help us promote physical distancing by following guidance related to workout zones, alternating equipment use, and leaving equipment where it’s located. Signage and dividers will help guide patrons in physical distancing
For questions or feedback, please call Campus Recreation at 412-648-8210 or email rec@pitt.edu.