About Us

DID YOU KNOW?

The Student Recreation Center (SRC) cost 29.5 million dollars to complete.

The SRC was financed through mandatory student fees.

The SRC measures 161,112 square feet.

Mission Statement
Recreational Services promotes healthy lifestyles through exceptional recreational programs, services and facilities.

Vision Statement
Recreational Services will be the leader in recreational programs among urban universities serving a diverse student body.

History
Recreational Services was formed in 1973 with the task of developing recreational programs and overseeing the operations of the newly built Physical Education Building (what is now called the Sports Arena). The building shared offices and program space with the health, physical education, recreation and dance academic departments and the Athletic Department. Outdoor intramural sports were hosted at Piedmont Park until the state of Georgia offered the property at Panthersville in the late 1970s. Frank B. Jernigan served as the department’s first director of Recreational Services.

The Indian Creek Recreation Area was purchased by the university in 1938. Recreational Services took responsibility for the swimming pool in 1974 and for the rest of the 15.5 acres, including the tennis courts and Indian Creek Lodge, in 1991. The first Challenge Program ropes course was added in 1985. A new ropes course and outpost were built in 2014.

In the spring of 1994, former university president, Carl V. Patton, appointed a task force to investigate the feasibility of building a dedicated recreation center at Georgia State. The faculty, students and staff members of the task force spent the spring and summer soliciting information from other universities about the impact, magnitude, costs and contents of such centers. The group focused on urban university comparisons. They collected floor plans, photos, statistics and fee information. The combination of their hard work and dedication played a significant role in planning this facility and establishing its policies. Student employees serve in a variety of capacities. A full-time professional staff supervises the Student Recreation Center's daily activities and administers a variety of non-credit instructional programs.

Explore Our Department

Facilities

We have facilities at five campuses and manage two additional off-campus locations. Each location is unique and offers a variety of programs and services. Eligible students and recreation members have access to all facilities.

Programs

We offer a wide range of programming, either free of charge or for a small fee. Registration is required for most programs. We invite all skill levels to participate, as we provide something for everyone who want to get involved.

Services

Various services are provided on each campus in hopes to better enhance your experience while you participate in our programs or visit our facilities.

Memberships

Memberships are available to faculty, staff, retirees and degree-holding alumni of Georgia State. Spouses and children of current members may also purchase a membership.

Policies

Please review our policies before visiting our facilities or utilizing our programs and services. The safety and satisfaction of our patrons is our priority.

Employment

We employ more than 130 student employees who support our facilities, programs and services. They are essential to providing a great experience for our patrons.