Start 2026 with a bang at University Recreation’s New Year’s Rec-Solutions! Save the date for this fun even to help usher in the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 13 from 5-6:30 p.m. inside of the Whitty Student Fitness Center.
Learn the basics of pickleball and join a friendly competition during Homecoming weekend, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 5-7 p.m. Open to all skill levels.
The indoor sessions from 5:15-6:15 p.m. Thursdays are for everyone from seasoned players to those curious and wanting to try something new. It’s a great way to unwind, connect and have fun with the Detroit Mercy community.
Explore the diverse recreational opportunities offered by University Recreation at the second annual RecFest, held from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26 inside of the Student Fitness Center.
Sports leagues, tournaments and fitness programs are offered to all UDM students, faculty and staff, and provide the opportunity to compete against one another throughout the academic year for intramural championship prizes.
As finals approach, take some time to relax, recharge and have fun at Detroit Mercy’s De-stress Fest set for April 14. Stay tuned for more details.
Join us on Thursday, March 27 from 6-7 p.m. in Calihan Hall and each Thursday thereafter for a four-week powerlifting class taught by our Titan Strength & Conditioning Coach from the Athletic Department. This class is open to all experience levels, from beginners to experienced lifters, and focuses on proper technique and strength building.
Get ready to move, sweat and have fun this spring at University Recreation’s group fitness classes and Adventure Series.
University Recreation has something for all Titans this winter with its intramural sports programming.
Kick off your fitness journey with University Recreation at yoga classes designed to help you unwind, stretch and strengthen and/or Titan Training, a high energy combination of cardio and strength training.
Catch some of that contagious seasonal spirit and join us for skating under the stars at downtown Detroit’s winter wonderland in stunning Campus Martius Park.
Get ready to roll with our Adventure Series Roller Skating Party on Nov. 15!
Get in on the craze with University Recreation’s open pickleball games, held Tuesdays and Thursdays in October.
Sports leagues and tournaments are offered to all UDM students, faculty and staff, and provide the opportunity to compete against one another throughout the academic year for intramural championship prizes.
As part of its Adventure Series, Detroit Mercy’s University Recreation is hosting an exciting paintball trip to Lone Wolf Paintball Arena on Friday, Sept. 20 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Explore the diverse recreational opportunities offered by the University Recreation department with the inaugural RecFest from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 inside of the Student Fitness Center.
Faculty, staff and guests are welcome to open pickleball at the Student Fitness Center on every Tuesday and Thursday, 5-6 p.m., during the month of May!
The Motor City Tennis Club is offering lessons on the McNichols Campus from June 17 to Aug. 12, designed for all skill levels. Sessions will be held Mondays and Fridays from 6-8 p.m.
The center will be open Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. through 8 p.m. each day and will be closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The annual De-stress Fest, set for Thursday, April 18 from 4-7 p.m., is a chance to unwind before finals week at the Student Fitness Center with delicious food, exciting games, prizes and fun with your peers!
Grab your best neon apparel and get ready to glow at a pair of upcoming University Recreation events.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting, the sessions are for all skill levels. We invite you to join us every Tuesday and Friday from 5-6 p.m. for fun and engaging pickleball games.
Detroit Mercy colleagues will help their team win by recording minutes of intentional physical activity that gets the heart pumping to determine which Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU) institution is the most active.
Get ready to kickstart the new semester off with two excellent fitness classes! Our yoga class, taught by Airik Sanders, returns bi-weekly and is set …
University Recreation has something for all Titans this winter with its intramural sports programming.
University Recreation hosts a variety of sports clubs that offer growth experiences for students whether they are beginners, competitive players, or anywhere in between.
Looking for a place to unwind and relax in the week leading up to finals week? Join us for Yoga on the Courts at the …
University Recreation is now offering free fall fitness classes for all! The classes begin Tuesday, Sept. 12. Classes feature Yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Fitness 101 and Fitness 202 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, respectively.
Club sports are students organizations that compete in a specific sport. The organizations have tryouts, practices and often travel to compete against club sports from other universities. Falls sports feature esports, tennis and men’s and women’s volleyball.
Join Detroit Mercy’s University Recreation for a kayaking trip on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 5:30 p.m. at Detroit River Sports. The cost per person is $20.
University Recreation has something for everyone this fall with its intramural sports programming, which includes sand volleyball, soccer, touch football, volleyball, badminton and basketball.
In 2023, two popular past events, De-Stress Fest and Student Alumni Leadership Council’s Spring Send-off, have come together to bring you the De-Stress at Spring Send-off! The free event is from 4-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20 at the Student Fitness Center.
The Go Move Challenge returns in February! All Detroit Mercy employees are invited to participate in the challenge, which spans the entire month from Feb. …
Detroit Mercy’s University Recreation is set to hold its annual Ice Skating Party on Friday, Jan. 20 from 8:30-10:30 p.m. in Royal Oak!
Don your best holiday sweater and get into the Christmas cheer with your fellow Titans during the Christmas Tree Lighting and De-Street Fest on Wednesday, Nov. 30 from 4:30-7 p.m. in the Student Fitness Center. The tree lighting ceremony begins at 5 p.m.
University of Detroit Mercy’s new esports club is using video games to create a community for Titans, and battle against other colleges and universities.
Clinics and classes will run all day, but the carnival fun is from 6-8 p.m. Sept. 20 and includes strolling circus performers from the Detroit Circus, carnival food, live music including a DJ, a video game truck, inflatable games, smoothies, a photo booth and more! Students will have a chance to win prizes and receive giveaways at the celebration.
Students, it’s time to take a break from studying, tests and homework for the event of the year! This year, two popular past events, De-Stress …
University Recreation is not only located in the Student Fitness Center, but also outdoors! As the weather gets nicer on campus, explore the several outdoor …
Grab a few friends and compete in the Unathletic Olympics on Thursday, March 17 at 7 p.m. at the Student Fitness Center on the McNichols …
In true throwback Thursday fashion, University Recreation will be hosting a free 1980s workout party at the Student Fitness Center on Feb. 24 at 5:30 …
University Recreation has an updated class schedule for the 2022 winter semester. UREC is now offering Zumba and STRONG by Zumba on Monday nights. STRONG …
Though classes will be online through Jan. 24, the McNichols Campus Library and the Fitness Center will remain open. The Library will be open 8 …
Looking to start a fitness program heading into the new year? Searching for a place to relieve stress, while getting fit at the same time …
The Fitness Center on the McNichols Campus has announced hours of operation and important information during the December holiday season. Ahead of the Christmas and …
Basketball season is here and with it, the University Recreation’s 3-on-3 intramural basketball tournament. The tournament is set for Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 5 p.m. …
University Recreation is set to host a semi-annual ping pong tournament Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. from the Fitness Center. Interested competitors are asked …
Test your skills against your peers in University Recreation’s (UREC) intramural badminton tournament Sept. 14 at 7 p.m. Pre-registration is not required. For more information, …
As a reminder, the Student Fitness Center will close for the semester at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 30. The Fitness Center will resume normal …
