Beginners are welcome!

All trips will depart and return from the Johnson Center. Both transportation and equipment is included in the price of the trip.

Trip difficulty varies from adventure to adventure. The short trip description can help you find the best fit for you! 

 Certification Courses are open to UK students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Some courses are a Blended Learning format. Participants will receive a link for the course work which must be completed prior to the first day of the course.

Call 859-257-7940 with questions or to register a dependent/non-UK participant.

Participants must be 15 years or older.

For additional questions please email uky.lgi@gmail.com

Classes will be at the climbing wall,  all equipment will be provided, and previous experience is not necessary.   

Check-in at the climbing wall desk across from the wall. No additional fees apply and previous climbing experience is not necessary.

Registration for student organizations under Club Sports is managed by the Office of Student Organizations and Activities. All student organizations must register each academic year. See details for registration below. If you have any questions about the registration process for club sports, please contact Marc Garlock at marc.garlock@uky.edu. 

Registration for the 2024-2025 academic year opens for Club Sports Student Organizations on April 1st, 2024. 

Complete an Equipment Orientation Request Form below and a member of the Fitness staff will contact you promptly to schedule your appointment.

Sessions are generally 60 minutes in length and can be tailored to your interests.  

No matter where you are on your well-being journey, come discover activities and services built upon respectful care that support people of all sizes, abilities, and interests in finding life-enhancing movement that is right for them.

In collaboration with POWER, TRACS, UK Counseling Center and UHS, current students can facilitate a self-referral to meet with a UK Campus Recreation Fitness professional to discuss their needs and program options.

Fit Academy is a unique educational opportunity for UK students to become certified personal trainers and group fitness instructors. If you like to motivate others to reach their health and fitness goals or have ever thought about getting certified to be a group fitness instructor, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Submit a Fit2You Service Request below and the Fitness department will work with you in scheduling and planning for your event.

The Program is free and options include Fitness classes or education sessions, generally 60 minutes in length. 

Programs can be tailored to your group's needs.   

Classes range in length from 30-60 minutes and capacity varies based on location and format.

Registration is not required but is strongly recommended. When class registration fills up a waitlist will be created.

Guest Passes

Guest passes for Alumni Gym, the Johnson Center, and Lancaster Aquatic Center are available for $10 per person per visit (contactless payment, check, or credit card) and must be hosted by a current member. Members may host up to 2 guest passes per day and must accompany their guests at all times while in the facility.

To enter the Alumni Gym and the Johnson center, guests must be at least 14 years old and provide a photo ID for admittance.

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.

After logging into imleagues.com, select 'University of Kentucky' at the top left of your home screen to see all available sign-up options.  

Looking to get involved on campus? Or do you want to learn more about navigating BBNvolved to find information about students orgs an events?

Involvement Advising is a great fit for you! Involvement Advisors are students, just like you, who have also navigated the process of getting involved on campus. They are here to learn more about your interests and connect you to opportunities to get involved! You can talk with Involvement Advisors through email, phone, Zoom, or an in-person meeting!

If you’re interested in meeting with an Involvement Advisor, or learning more about your options for getting involved on campus, be sure to fill out the Involvement Advising Request, found here. You can indicate your interest and preferences and an Involvement Advisor will contact you!

Want more information or have questions? Please contact the Involvement Advisors at studentorgs@uky.edu.

Most students attending in-person courses at the University of Kentucky already have a membership! Just bring your UK Wildcard ID and swipe in. Membership provides access to all Campus Recreation facilities, including Lancaster Aquatic Center.

Not sure if you have a membership or if you need one? Stop by the business office in Alumni Gym or the Johnson Center.

To reserve, check out, or return equipment, come to the climbing wall desk during operating hours.

The equipment we have available for checkout includes:

• Backpacks

• Tents (2 and 4 person)

• Sleeping bags

• Sleeping pads

• Backpacking stoves (single burner, lightweight, isobutane)

• Camp Cooking sets (2 pots)

• Hammocks with straps

A variety of outdoor recreational equipment is available for overnight checkout.

Complete the Overnight Equipment Reservation Request at least one full business day prior to the intended pick-up date.

Request a trainer and complete the intake packet at the link below. You will be paired with a trainer based on your and the trainer’s availability.

Annual pool passes are available for the family members of UK students, faculty, & staff.

Tired of long wait times? On a tight schedule? Need some dedicated time on a power rack or deadlift platform? Campus Recreation is excited to offer reservable rack space in the Johnson Center!

These state-of-the-art power rack and deadlift spaces offer a one-stop full-body training opportunity.

Make an online reservation or come to the Johnson Center control desk and a staff member can assist you.

The Student Involvement Box Office manages ticketing needs for a number of on-campus events, organizations, and venues (excluding Athletics, UK Opera Theatre, UK Theater, and Singletary Center events). The Box Office also acts as a collection hub for Registered Student Organization DanceBlue donations, DanceBlue dancer fees, Alternative Service Break program fees, and other program and registration related fees.

If you would like more information about our ticketing services for your events, please contact the Box Office Manager at boxoffice@uky.edu.