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Iron Mason
Iron Mason is a fitness incentive program to get people motivated to stay active. It is the same swim/bike/run distances as the Iron Man marathon, but participants will have from Feb 6 to April 30 to complete the total distance! It is Totally Free to participate. Just sign up at the front desk of any of our 3 recreational facilities. Register now and join more than 60 other GMU participants who are ready to kick-start their way to an active lifestyle.
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Download the registration form
Fitness Motto- 2012
The Mason Recreation- Fitness would like to thank Tavia Adams for providing us with our 2012 Fitness Motto!
“Work Harder, Feel Better, Live Knowledgeably, and Live Longer”
Our desire is to encourage the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle in the Mason community. You have 12 months to make a difference in 2012.
Spring 2012 Fitness Class Locations
*Download the Spring 2012 Fitness Class Brochure
Aquatic & Fitness Center
The RAC (formerly PE Building)
Mission: Recreational Sports provides quality recreational programs and services designed to promote the awareness and benefits of lifetime recreation, health, and awareness. Our goal is to develop a diverse recreational program to help improve the quality of campus life. Our programs, services, and facilities are available to all current students, faculty, and staff of the university without regard to age, sex, race, or disability.
George Mason Recreational Sports offers many outlets for students and staff to enjoy their free time while on campus. Take a much needed break from one’s busy schedule and visit one of George Mason University’s excellent recreation centers on campus. Conveniently located near the major housing and academic buildings on-campus, students and faculty/staff can work off stress with a fun game of basketball, enjoy a cardio kickboxing class, pump some iron, or take a leisurly dip in the pool. New to the workout scene? Don’t be discouraged, our friendly staff will have you feeling confident in no time. Feeling sore after working out, have no fear, schedule an appointment with our nationally certified massage therapist.
For those looking to participate in one of our recreational sports leagues, look no further than intramural sports. Intramural sports offers students and faculty/staff an opportunity to participate in sports leagues and special events such as flag football, soccer, basketball, dodgeball and much more. For those individuals new to campus, Intramural sports is a great outlet to meet new people and get away from the everyday grid of classes and homework. Intramurals has something for everyone. Checkout our upcoming events calendar and grab some friends and form a team, or register online as a “free agent".
Former high school athlete? Full-time students who are looking to participate on a more competitive level, should be sure to checkout what Club Sports has to offer. Club sports offers full-time students an opportunity to compete against other local universities in sports ranging from football to synchronized swimming.There are currently 23 club teams represented here at George Mason University. Take a look at what we have to offer, and whatever you choose, have fun, and stay active.
Outdoor Basketball Courts Closed for Winter
Location: PV Parking Lot, behind the RAC
Hours of Operation: CLOSED
*Outdoor basketballs are available for checkout at the equipment checkout desk located in the RAC with a valid Recreation membership.
Biometrics – The card-less entry system
Tired of bringing your ID when you come to work out?
No problem! Mason Recreation is excited to announce Biometric (card-less) access at all of its facilities. The registration procedure is simple and can take under 2 minutes at a customer service desk. This cutting edge technology takes a unique measurement of your right hand and ties that measurement to your account in our software. Once you get your hand “registered”, you can enter through designated check-in stations by merely typing in your G-number (or Mason Recreation Account Code) and placing your hand in the Biometric reader. Enjoy the convenience not having to keep track of your student ID or membership card and take advantage of faster check-in time. Call 703-993-3934 for details.