Campus Recreation

Our Facilities

Campus Recreation is dedicated to providing safe, accessible, and inclusive spaces for all members of the UNC Asheville campus community regardless of ability, age, background, gender, and identity. All UNC Asheville students, faculty, and staff have access to our facilities using their RockyCard ID. Eligible University affiliates can become members and take full advantage of our facilities. 

Campus Recreation is dedicated to providing safe, accessible, and inclusive spaces for all members of the UNC Asheville campus community regardless of ability, age, background, gender, and identity. All UNC Asheville students, faculty, and staff have access to our facilities using their RockyCard ID. Eligible University affiliates can become members and take full advantage of our facilities. 

Our Programs

Fitness Classes

We offer a variety of fitness and instructional classes that focus on movement, technique, training, skill development, and the mind-body connection. Most classes are drop-in and are open to all skill levels. 

Group Fitness Schedule  

Esports

Get ready to level up your gaming experience like never before. Our new state-of-the-art Esports facility is designed to be the ultimate hub for gaming excellence, offering top-of-the-line equipment, high-speed internet, and a vibrant, inclusive community of gamers. Participate in open play, clinics, and intramural play, or try out for our Varsity team that competes within the Big South and other collegiate-based tournaments. 

Explore Study Abroad

Aquatics

The Justice Center Pool is a 6-lane, 25-yard indoor pool located on the lower level of the Student Recreation Center. Lap swim times are available to students, faculty, staff, and membership holders. 

Pool Hours

Intramural & Club Sports

Our intramural and club sports teams provide students, faculty, and staff an opportunity to participate in a variety of leagues, tournaments, and special events. Participation in each event is free and all skill levels are welcome. 

Outdoor Programs

Are you ready to embrace the great outdoors and embark on unforgettable adventures? Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or a curious beginner, there’s no better way to explore the beauty of nature than with a community of fellow Bulldogs. Each year we host trips for skiing, caving, bouldering, whitewater rafting, paddle boarding, rock climbing, and backpacking. All students, faculty, and staff have access to our Outdoor Program trips, gear rentals, and kayak roll sessions. 

Undergraduate Research

Bike Shop

The Bike Shop offers a variety of bike-related resources, including commuter and mountain bike rentals, bike repair, and bike repair education. We offer tips and tricks for bike safety and lead off-campus bike excursions throughout the year. The shop is located on the ground floor of Highsmith Student Union. 

Undergraduate Research

Meet Our Team

Leah Belt

Director of Campus Recreation

Office: 202 Student Recreation Center

Phone: (828) 250-2363

Email: lbelt@unca.edu

Nick Braylan

Asstistant Director of Campus Recreation E-sports & Sports

Office: Student Recreation Center

Email: lbelt@unca.edu

Corey Smith

Associate Director of Campus Recreation

Office: 201 Student Recreation Center

Phone: (828) 250-3839

Email: csmith18@unca.edu

Rowan Stuart

Assistant Director for Outdoor Programs

Office: 203 Student Recreation Center

Phone: (828) 251-6368

Email: rstuart1@unca.edu

Zax Milkereit

Coordinator – Outdoor Programs

Office: 203 Student Recreation Center

Phone: (828) 250-3828

Email: zmilkere@unca.edu

Group Fitness Class Schedule, Events, and Trips 

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