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Carmela Hiking

Finding My Community: The Climbing Wall That Changed Everything Written by Carmella Lilly

Member of the Month
 Dec 3, 2025

Member of the Month - Carmela Lilly Being part of UK Campus Recreation has been one of the most important aspects of my journey at the University of Kentucky. As an out-of-state student with no prior connections at UK, getting involved with Outdoor Adventures right away helped me maintain my physical fitness, appreciate this new place I call home, and form friendships with people who share my interests and hobbies.

Intramural Sports Volleyball Champs

Volleyball, Vibes, and Victory Written by Oliver King

Campus Recreation Intramural Sports Event
 Dec 16, 2025

The Fall 2025 Wild Cat Intramural Sports Volleyball season was fun and competitive, and that energy was felt by both participants and staff throughout the season. Every league brought great energy and close sets.

Johnson Center Track

UK Campus Recreation Operation Updates

Dec 9, 2025

UK Campus Recreation will have adjusted hours during the winter break starting Dec. 20 until Jan. 4. The Johnson Center, Alumni Gym and Lancaster Aquatics will all be CLOSED from December 24th-January 4th, reopening on the 5th.

Flag Football Intramural Sports Champ Night

Flag Football Crowns Campus Champions Written by Nathan Wigton

Campus Recreation Intramural Sports Event
 Dec 9, 2025

UK Campus Recreation Intramural Sports Flag Football Champ Night delivered a full slate of competitive matchups as teams from across campus battled for titles in five divisions. The teams packed the sidelines throughout the evening, creating a high-energy atmosphere that carried into every game. 

Group Fit Class

Building Strength, Confidence & Community A Wellness Q&A with Anna

Member of the Month
 Nov 3, 2025

Hi, I’m Anna Johnson! I’m a group fitness instructor, personal trainer and program assistant with UK Campus Recreation. My “why” is simple but powerful: any movement is good movement. I always encourage my participants to listen to their bodies and move in ways that feel right for them. Every day looks different; some days you might feel strong and ready to push yourself, and other days your body might need something slower and gentler. What matters most is that you show up, move with intention, and honor where your body is at in that moment. Movement should make you feel good, not drained, and learning that balance has been one of the most empowering parts of my own fitness journey.

Climbing Competition Champions

Wildcats Reach New Heights at the Fall 2025 Climbing Competition Written by the Climbing Staff

Oct 22, 2025

The Johnson Center Climbing Wall came alive this October as students gathered for one Outdoor Adventures most anticipated events the Fall 2025 Climbing Competition. Dozens of climbers registered to test their strength and strategy, while friends and fellow Wildcats packed the space to cheer them on.

Yoga at Kroger

Yoga @ Kroger Field Written by Susan Meredith

Campus Recreation Fitness Program
 Oct 10, 2025

Purple skies at sunset, a line forming nearly an hour before check in, and excitement in the air as UK Campus Recreation prepared to host yoga under the night sky at Kroger Field.

Golf Tournament

UK Campus Recreation: Flash Golf Tournament Written by Nathan Wigton

Campus Recreation Intramural Sports Event
Sep 20, 2025

We are through 18 holes here at Tate’s Creek, the grass is green, the sun is shining, and golf is in the air. Puts were falling, chip shots were landing on the green, and drives were flying down the fairway. As today marked our semesterly intramural golf tournament and it was a showdown till the final hole.

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Yes I Can: Maryrose Martin’s Life in Motion at UK Campus Rec Written by Susan Meredith

Member of the Month
 Sep 1, 2025

For Maryrose Martin, fitness is not a phase. It’s a way of life. Since she first began working at the University of Kentucky, Maryrose has made Campus Recreation a consistent part of her daily routine. Through decades of change, both in life and in UK’s facilities, her commitment to movement has remained constant.

Campus Recreation Virtual

Campus Recreation Virtual

Written by Susan Meredith
 Aug 25, 2025

We’re so excited to welcome you back or to introduce you to all that is wildly possible with UK Campus Recreation this fall! This semester we are expanding our reach with a brand new option designed especially for online students and open to all Wildcats: Campus Recreation Virtual.

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