Open Recreation offers a flexible, self-directed opportunity for individuals and groups to enjoy our facilities, equipment, and spaces in a casual, drop-in format. Unlike structured leagues or programs, open recreation allows participants to engage in activities at their own pace—whether that’s shooting hoops, playing pickleball, competing with friends in racquetball, or dropping in to meet new people.
Getting started is easy: check out the open recreation options below, show up to the space you want to use, ask UREC staff for any equipment you might need, and have fun! Whether you’re looking to try something new, stay active, or connect with others in a relaxed setting, open recreation is a great place to begin.
SRC Courts
SRC Courts
The SRC courts offer flexible spaces for drop-in play and recreation on the upper and lower courts, as well as the Sport Court and the Racquetball and Squash courts—perfect for a variety of activities and skill levels.
At the SRC Courts, you can:
- Play basketball, volleyball, badminton, and pickleball
- Join a pick-up game of futsal, hockey, racquetball, or squash
- and much more!
SRC Backyard
SRC Backyard
The SRC Backyard provides outdoor spaces for casual recreation, offering a relaxed environment for drop-in play and group activities.
In the SRC Backyard, you can:
- Play Outdoor Basketball or Sand Volleyball
- Meet with friends to hang out
- Practice slacklining
- Participate in Intramurals
Outdoor Tennis Courts
Outdoor Tennis Courts
There are 12 Outdoor Tennis courts available for open recreation where you can enjoy pickup games, Intramurals, and more.
At the Outdoor Tennis Courts, you can:
- Play tennis, pickleball, or paddle
- Meet with friends for competitions
- Participate in Intramurals
Valley Road Playfields
Valley Road Playfields is a hub of sports of all kinds. From Intramurals to community-run pick-up games, a lot of recreation takes place here year-round.
At Valley Road Playfields, you can:
- Play a pick-up game
- Join Intramurals
- Practice soccer, baseball, softball, and more
- Meet your Sport Club