Campus Recreation

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Adopt a Healthy, Active Lifestyle at IWU

The many activities available on campus will provide opportunities to bond and make memories with your friends, de-stress after a long day of studying, and ultimately finding a place of true belonging amongst fellow students. Develop leadership skills and group perspectives that will serve you after you graduate, giving you confidence and faith to take charge as a true world changer.

Recreation and Wellness Center

The Recreation and Wellness Center at IWU contains the Robert R. Luckey Arena, an intramural activity center, an elevated 1/10 mile track, an aquatics center, a free-weight room, a fitness room, a climbing wall, four racquetball courts, a state-of-the-art athletic training center and 14 locker rooms.

Rec Center Info

Intramural Sports

Intramural sports at IWU are designed with you and your passions in mind. From traditional sports such as basketball and football, to the bit more exotic (pickleball anyone?), intramural sports exist to provide a fun, active experience on campus. You'll find a variety of skill levels from highly competitive to recreational.

Sign-up for Intramural Sports

Visit the IMLeagues website to sign-up for intramural sports at IWU!

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Intramural Sports at IWU

  • Badminton
  • Flag Football
  • Golf
  • Outdoor Soccer (co-ed)
  • Rock Climbing
  • Sand Volleyball
  • Volleyball
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Basketball
  • Bowling
  • Cornhole
  • Indoor Soccer
  • Pickelball
  • Rock Climbing
  • Volleyball (co-ed)
  • Campus Golf
  • Racquetball

Backyard Brawl (November)

Our guys' and ladies' Flag Football champs take on Taylor, Huntington, Grace, Anderson, and other universities in a fun evening of football, food, music, and a great time!

All-Star Classic (April)

Our men's and women's Basketball winners challenge the winners from Taylor, Huntington, Grace, Anderson, and other universities for Intramural Basketball mania!

Crate Stacking & Bouldering (Each semester)

Rock Wall intramural events to see how high you can climb!

1000lb/500lb Club (Each semester)

Weightlifting challenge with 3 elements (dead lift, squat & bench press) to total 1000lb for men or 500lb for women!

Personal Training

Students who need help with their workout routine and motivation to stick with it can seek help from one of our student trainers. Campus Recreation works closely with the Exercise Science department to provide students who want to gain professional experience designing workouts and working with clients.

Training is available for IWU faculty, staff, spouses, students, and Facility Club members. 

Call to schedule Personal Training: 765-677-2448

Personal Trianing Form

Initial Assessment
The first appointment assesses your current fitness state, personal goals, and the motivation level needed to be successful. It may include body composition, flexibility, and muscular strength and endurance testing (Approximately 20 minutes) (Free with sessions, $10 without)


Package 150 ($150)
You and a partner meet with the trainer 2 days a week for 4 weeks (8 total sessions)

Package 100 ($100)
You meet with the trainer 2 days a week for 4 weeks (8 total sessions)

Package 20 ($20)
Includes a workout session (approx. 1.5 hours) to design a workout plan to meet your needs, with a follow-up visit one week later to check on progress and answer any questions

Group Fitness Classes

Classes offered, times and locations change per semester. Please contact the Rec Front Desk at 765-677-2464 for group fitness information.

Ballet Barre

Ballet Barre is a mixture of pilates, dance, yoga, and functional training set to music.

Boxing Bootcamp

A unique class designed to burn calories and have fun through a high intensity circuit using heavy bags, punch mitts and more. *Must register in advance at Rec Front Desk

Cardio Sport

Cardio Sport is a comprehensive group fitness adventure that uniquely integrates interval training techniques with compound sports-related movements in an unparalleled inspiring exercise environment.

Turbo Kick

A fast-paced, fun fusion of hip-hop and kickboxing done in an encouraging group setting.

Water Aerobics

This popular water workout is a swimming blend of cardio and resistance training, and may incorporate resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles.

Yoga

An activity about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility.

Zumba

Zumba is an exercise program that involves dance and aerobic movements with energetic music.