Campus Recreation Memberships
UK Campus Recreation's mission is to support students and employees in living active lives of meaning and purpose by providing opportunities to exercise, learn, share experiences, and de-stress.
To access our facilities and services, a membership is required (single use options also exist). Membership rates vary based on affiliation with the University. Access the facilities by bringing your UK Wildcat ID and swipe or tap in. Explore your options and reach out to us if you have any questions.
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Varies by location
Membership Options
UK Employee
Membership Rates & Facility Access |
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Member Type |
Year |
Month |
Alumni Gym, Johnson Center, Seaton Center Gymnasium |
MoveWell (Export St & Seaton Center) |
Lancaster Aquatic Center |
| UK Employee | $240 | $20 | X | X | |
| UK Employee (Auto Renewal) | $17* | X | X | ||
| UK Employee All Access (Auto Renewal) | $22* | X | X | X | |
| UK Employee MoveWell Only (Auto Renewal) | $108 | $9* | X | X | |
| UK Employee MoveWell Only | $108 | $9* | X | X | |
*Auto Renewal memberships are facilitated through payroll deduction and require a 3-month minimum. Autor Renewal memberships continue until the employee cancels membership via Auto Renewal Cancellation Form.
** Memberships do not include sales tax
Auto Renewal Memberships:
Auto Renewal memberships are available to UK Employees who choose to pay using payroll deduction.
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Once submitted, UK Campus Recreation will submit the request for payroll deduction.
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Auto Renewal memberships require a 3-month minimum
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Auto Renewal memberships will continue until cancelled by the member. To cancel membership, we require an Auto Renewal Cancelation Form to be submitted.
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Monthly, memberships will be reviewed for correct deductions. Payroll Deductions that are not completed will result in a cancellation of membership.
Currently a UK Faculty/Staff member and a UK Student?
UK Employee/Student dual eligibility- If you are a UK Employee who is taking classes at UK, prior to signing up for a membership, please check your RecWell Services profile to see if you already have an active membership due to student status.
UK Students
Membership Rates |
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Member Type |
Summer 2026 Weekly |
Sumer Term |
Fall 2026 |
Spring 2026 |
| UK Student - Fee Paying | N/A- included in mandatory fees | |||
| UK Student - Non-Fee Paying | $4.63 | $41.67 | $109 | $109 |
Membership definitions:
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UK Student: Any current UK Student who is paying the Campus Recreation student fees.
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UK Student Non-Fee Paying: Any UK Student who has not paid the Campus Recreation student fees.
Cost of Attendance: The total estimated expense to attend UK, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books, supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.
Tuition and Fees: The specific charges for instruction and related services, excluding other living and personal expenses.
Retiree / Affiliate
Membership Rates & Facility Access |
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Member Type |
Year |
Month |
Alumni Gym, Johnson Center, Seaton Center Gymnasium |
MoveWell (Export St & Seaton Center) |
Lancaster Aquatic Center |
| UK Retiree | $240 | $20 | X | X | |
| UK Retiree All Access | $260 | $22* | X | X | X |
| UK Retiree MoveWell Only | $108 | $9* | X | X | |
| UK Retiree Pool Only | Free | X | |||
| UK Affiliate | $240 | $20 | X | X | |
| UK Affiliate Pool Only | Free | X | |||
** Memberships do not include sales tax
Membership definitions:
- UK Retiree: Any former UK Employee, who retired from the university
- UK Retirees have a free membership to Lancaster Aquatic Center
- UK Affiliates: Who work on campus on behalf of the University.
- Verification is required via the Campus Recreation Facility Membership Application
- Affiliate memberships require verification each time the membership is renewed
VA Employee at UK –Trent Bowling Campus
Membership Rates & Facility Access |
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Member Type |
Year |
Month |
Alumni Gym, Johnson Center, Seaton Center Gymnasium |
Lancaster Aquatic Center |
| VA Employee - Trent Bowling Campus at UK | $240 | $20 | X | X |
| VA Employee - Trent Bowling Campus at UK (Pool Only) | Free | X | ||
** Memberships do not include sales tax
Membership definitions:
- VA Employee - Trent Bowling Campus at UK: Any UK employee who works at the Trent Bowling Campus at UK.
Spouse/Domestic Partner
Membership Rates & Facility Access |
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Member Type |
Year |
Month |
Alumni Gym, Johnson Center, Seaton Center Gymnasium |
MoveWell (Export St & Seaton Center) |
Lancaster Aquatic Center |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Employee (Monthly/Annual) |
$240 |
$20 |
X |
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X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Employee (Auto Renewal) |
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$17* |
X |
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X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Employee All Access (Auto Renewal) |
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$22* |
X |
X |
X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Employee All Access (Monthly/Annual) |
$264 |
$22 |
X |
X |
X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Employee MoveWell Only |
$108 |
$9 |
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X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Retiree |
$240 |
$20 |
X |
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X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Retiree All Access |
$264 |
$22* |
X |
X |
X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Retiree MoveWell Only (Monthly/Annual) |
$108 |
$9 |
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X |
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Spouse/Domestic Partner of VA Employee – Trent Bowling Campus at UK |
$108 |
$20 |
X |
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X |
Membership Rates |
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Member Type |
Summer 2026 Weekly |
Sumer Term |
Fall 2026 |
Spring 2026 |
| Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Student | $109 | $109 | ||
| Spouse/Domestic Partner of UK Student Summer | $4.63 | $41.67 | $109 | $109 |
*Auto Renewal memberships are facilitated through employee sponsor’s payroll deduction and require a 3-month minimum. Auto Renewal memberships continue until the employee (sponsor) cancels the membership via the Auto Renewal Cancellation Form.
** Memberships do not include sales tax
Membership definitions:
UK Spouse/Domestic Partner: Sponsored members of UK Employees, Retirees, or Students.
UK Spouses and Domestic Partners will be required to show proof of one of the following through the Campus Recreation Facility Membership Application
- Piece(s) of official mail with each person’s name and address (examples include, but are not limited to: postmarked mail, company/hospital bill, bank statement, property tax, renter's agreement, etc.)
- Marriage Certificate or Affidavit of Domestic Partnership.
- Photo ID showing the same address.
Auto Renewal Memberships:
Auto Renewal memberships are available to UK Employees who choose to pay using monthly payroll deduction.
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Once submitted, UK Campus Recreation will submit the request for payroll deduction.
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Auto Renewal memberships require a 3-month minimum
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Auto Renewal memberships will continue until cancelled by the member. To cancel membership, we require an Auto Renewal Cancelation Form to be submitted.
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Monthly, memberships will be reviewed for correct deductions. Payroll Deductions that are not completed will result in a cancellation of membership.
Dependent Child of UK Employee/Student
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Membership Rates |
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Member Type |
Year |
Month |
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Dependent Child of UK Employee/Student (Pool Only) |
$50 |
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** Memberships do not include sales tax
Membership Definition:
Dependent Child of UK Employee/Student memberships are for dependents 16 years or older for Lancaster Aquatic Center.
Membership Benefits
Membership access varies by type and may include use of all indoor Campus Recreational facilities, such as the Johnson Center, Alumni Gym, Seaton Gym, Lancaster Aquatics, Export Street, and MoveWell Seaton Fitness Center.
Free access to most activities, including: swimming, group exercise classes, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, strength/cardio equipment.
Online Registration
Memberships are available through the UK RecWell Services portal. If you have questions regarding a membership, please contact UK Campus Recreation Member Services.
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Single Visit Guest Passes
A guest pass may be purchased by an active member to gain admittance to Recreation facilities on campus for $10 per person per visit. Members may host up to 2 guest passes per day and must accompany their guests at all times while in the facility. Guest passes are good for a single visit to a single facility.
Policies
ID Policy: Recreational Services will require a photo ID for anyone 14 and older when purchasing a single visit guest pass.
To enter Lancaster Aquatic Center, guest minors must be 48" tall, monitored by an adult, and have a waiver completed by a parent or guardian.
Guest passes are non-refundable
Campus Rec has become part of my identity. It’s not about looking a certain way or lifting the heaviest weight. It’s about feeling strong, staying sharp, and living fully.
Frequently Asked Questions
What forms of payment does UK Campus Recreation accept?
UK Campus Recreation only accepts card payments that include MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express through the UK Recwell Services portal.
How do I cancel my Auto Renewal Membership?
You can cancel your Auto Renewal Membership by submitting the Auto Renewal Cancelation Form.
How do I check my membership status?
Check your current membership status through the UK RecWell Services portal, or call/visit one of the indoor facilities. When you visit the online registration page, follow these steps:
- Login in the upper right hand corner.
- Select your username and then select 'Profile'
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Select “Memberships.” You can view current memberships (and inactive ones)
Can I bring a guest with me?
Guests are welcome at all indoor facilities! Simply pay the single visit guest fee. Everyone 14 years and older needs to have a photo ID with them to access our facilities.
Do UK Alumni have access to UK Campus Recreation facilities?
Current members of the UK Alumni Association may purchase single use passes to Alumni Gym, the Johnson Center, and Lancaster Aquatic Center for $10. Alumni wishing to utilize this service must present a Current UK Alumni Associate Membership card and photo ID.
I am a Retiree, Spouse, or UK Affiliate. How do I obtain access to the Recwell Services Portal?
Access is granted through verification via the Campus Recreation Facility Membership Application.
Who can I sponsor for membership?
UK Employees, UK Retirees, UK Affiliates and UK Students have the opportunity to sponsor their spouse/domestic partner .
- Spouse/Domestic Partner: Spouses and Domestic Partners will be required to show proof of one of the following through the Campus Recreation Facility Membership Application
- Piece(s) of official mail with each person’s name and address (examples include, but are not limited to: postmarked mail, company/hospital bill, bank statement, property tax, renter's agreement, etc.)
- Marriage Certificate or Affidavit of Domestic Partnership.
- Photo ID showing the same address.
Do I qualify as a master's student for a student membership?
Any student enrolled in classes in the current semester is eligible to purchase a student membership, if they are not already paying the Campus Recreation fee within their tuition and fees.
When do semester memberships end?
The fall semester is from August 1st – December 31st. The spring semester is from January 1st – May 31st. The summer semester is from June 1st – July 31st.
Do BCTC students have access or can get access?
BCTC students who are dual enrolled at UK or living on UK’s campus have access to Campus Recreation facilities, if they are paying the Campus Recreation fee.
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