SPECIAL EVENTS
Recreational Services offers various Special Events throughout the course of the semester. Special Events are supported by your student fees and often include food, giveaways, music and more. Previous events included Pounce Around the Rec, NIRSA Rec Day, Wellness Walks, State of Play and Rec & Relaxation.
Special Events
| Rec Services Showcase | ||
| Want to learn more about Recreational Services and the programs and services that we offer? Meet us in the Student Center for tabling, games, giveaways, and more information on how to get involved at the Student Recreation Center. The Sport Club Recruitment Fair will also be happening during this event. | ||
| Wednesday, Jan. 15 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Student Center East |
| 2025 Recreation and Sports Career Expo | ||
| Join the Recreation and Sports Career to connect with industry pros, explore programs, and find career paths. Network with hiring organizations! | ||
| Thursday, Jan. 30 | 3-7 p.m. | |
| NIRSA Rec Day | ||
| Join colleges and universities around the world in a global competition of campus recreation. Come connect, compete, have fun, and participate for a chance to win prizes! | ||
| Thursday, Feb. 20 | 5-8 p.m. | Student Recreation Center |
| Healthy State: Rec & Relaxation | ||
| Join Recreational Services for a fun pool party and celebration of the end of semester! Enjoy food, games, water activities, and more! Bring your swimsuits! | ||
| Thursday, April 24 | 2-4 p.m. | Student Recreation Center, Aquatics Center |
| Move for Grady | ||
| Move for Grady is Atlanta's favorite ride/run/walk event benefitting Grady Health System. With multiple cycling routes, walk/run options, and a finish line celebration with food, drinks, and music, Move for Grady has something for everyone. You can rude, run, or walk - at any distance you choose. Join the Georgia State Team or register on your own! | ||
| Saturday, April 26 | ||
Special Events
| Rec Services Showcase | ||
| Meet us at Unity Plaza for games, giveaways and to learn more about our programs and services! | ||
| Tuesday, Aug. 27 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Unity Plaza |
| Panther Prowl | ||
| Come out to the first Panther Prowl of the year: After Dark Pool Party. There will be food, pool games and water activities! | ||
| Thursday, Aug. 29 | 7-11 p.m. | Student Recreation Center, Aquatics Center |
| Harmony & Healing: Yoga & Sound Bath | ||
| In collaboration with Counseling Services, join us for a rejuvenating session as part of Suicide Prevention & Awareness week. | ||
| Friday, Sept. 13 | 2-4 p.m. | Student Recreation Center, Studio B |
| Pounce Around the Rec: Let's Glow! | ||
| Dress in your best neon or white attire and get ready for a night of glowing fun at this year's Pounce Around the Rec! | ||
| Tuesday, Oct. 22 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Student Recreation Center |
State of Play @ Hurt Park
| Safety Activities | ||
| Participate in hands only CPR, first aid and various other safety activities. It's a great opportunity to learn and meet new friends! | ||
| Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Fitness in the Park | ||
| Join us in this low impact workout with light refreshments and activities | ||
| Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 4-6 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Escape Room | ||
| Enjoy this free 30-minute escape room. It will test your analytical and critical thinking skills, all while trying to beat the clock! | ||
| Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 12-2 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Golf in the Park | ||
| Interested in golf? Meet us in Hurt Park for a series of golf activities. There will be snacks and chances to win a swag bag! | ||
| Wednesday, Nov. 6 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Grill & Glow - UV Awareness Cookout | ||
| Join us for a sizzling summer cookout to celebrate UV Awareness! Come enjoy delicious grilled food and fun activities focused on sun safety. Don’t miss out on this glowing event! | ||
| Wednesday, May 22 | 1-3 p.m. | Student Recreation Center Pool Patio |
| RecFest | ||
| Looking for a fun way to spend your day? RecFest is the place to be! We’ve got a DJ, food, games, giveaways, and plenty of activities to keep you entertained. See you there! | ||
| Wednesday, June 5 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Juneteenth Wellness Walk | ||
| The Juneteenth Wellness Walk will happen as a part of the Juneteenth Cookout in Unity Plaza! Take a leisurely one-mile stroll while listening to an audio guide that educates you on the history and significance of Juneteenth. The walk will commence at 1:45 pm. from the greenway. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth in a meaningful way! | ||
| Find the recordings from our Juneteenth Wellness Walk here. |
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| Monday, June 17 | 1:45 p.m. | Unity Plaza |
| Juneteenth Swim Celebration | ||
| Join us poolside for a day of empowerment and education, featuring haircare demonstrations and Aqua Dance. Together, we’ll honor the significance of Juneteenth, while celebrating the resilience and achievements of the African American community. | ||
| Thursday, June 20 | 3-6 p.m. | Student Recreation Center Aquatic Center |
| Sundae Funday | ||
| Join us for SUNDAE FUNDAY with free ice cream sundaes! Learn how to enjoy a delicious ice cream treat with a variety of healthy toppings and flavors. Participants will also have the opportunity to Rappel the Rec and partake in other recreation activities. | ||
| Monday, July 15 | 12-2 p.m. | Student Recreation Center Pool Patio |
NIRSA Recreational Sports & Fitness Day
Enjoy games, food and giveaways as we celebrate campus recreation with others around the world!
Date: February 22
| State of Play: Field Day | ||
| Get outside and join us in Hurt Park for field day! | ||
| Aug. 30 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Atlanta Campus, Hurt Park |
| State of Play: First Aid & CPR Safety Activities | ||
| Get outside and join us in Hurt Park for CPR, First Aid, and Safety activities. | ||
| Sept. 13 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Atlanta Campus, Hurt Park |
| State of Play: Yoga | ||
| Get outside and join us in Hurt Park for yoga. | ||
| Oct. 10 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Atlanta Campus, Hurt Park |
| Pounce Around the Rec | ||
| Kick-off Homecoming Week by joining us at the Student Recreation Center for friendly competitions, prizes, and snacks! | ||
| Oct. 23 | 3 - 5 p.m. | Atlanta Campus, Student Recreation Center |
| State of Play: Escape Room | ||
| Enjoy this free 30-minute escape room in Hurt Park. It will test your analytical and critical thinking skills, all while trying to beat the clock! Are you smart enough to solve this puzzle? | ||
| Oct. 31 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Atlanta Campus, Hurt Park |
| State of Play: Art Clinic | ||
| Join us for an outdoor painting session and meditation at Hurt Park. | ||
| Nov. 15 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Atlanta Campus, Hurt Park |
| Midnight Basketball | ||
| Join us for a night of basketball with food, DJ and other fun activities. | ||
| Nov. 17 | 8 p.m. - Midnight | Dunwoody Campus, Building NF |
| Intro to Blind Sport | ||
| Explore the fundamentals of blind sport programming. |
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| Wednesdays, June 5 - July 21* | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Juneteenth Wellness Walk | ||
| Honor Juneteenth and learn more about its history during an audio-guided 1-mile wellness walk through campus. | ||
| Find the recordings from our Juneteenth Wellness Walk here. |
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| Friday, June 16 | 11 a.m. | Hurt Park |
| SGA Presidential Challenge | ||
| Celebrate summer by competing in variety of lawn and outdoor games with free food, music and more! | ||
| Thursday, June 29 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Thursday, July 26 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| LGBTQIA+ Wellness Walk | ||
| Celebrate and honor the LGBTQIA+ community with an audio-guided 1-mile wellness walk through campus. | ||
| Friday, June 30 | 11 a.m. | Hurt Park |
* None July 5
| NIRSA Rec Day | ||
| Celebrate campus recreation with fun games, food, prizes and giveaways. |
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| Wednesdays, February 22 | 2 - 6 p.m. | Student Recreation Center |
| Animal Flow | ||
| A combination of yoga, breakdancing and martial arts. Improve your strength, power, flexibility and mobility. | ||
| Wednesday, March 29 | 12 - 1 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| State of Play- Dance and Body Weight Bootcamp | ||
| Come move your body through dance and basic exercise - all equipment is provided. | ||
| Monday, April 3 | 12: 20 - 1:30 p.m. | Hurt Park |
| Rec & Relaxation Pool Party | ||
| Relax with an art clinic, battleship tournament, de-stress room, cornhole boards and other pool party activities. | ||
| Tuesday, April 18 | 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Student Recreation Center |
General Questions
Email
[email protected]
Phone
404-413-1750 - Atlanta campus
678-891-2728 - Perimeter campuses
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Locations
Atlanta
Student Recreation Center
101 Piedmont Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
Clarkston
Building CG
555 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
Decatur
Building SC
3251 Panthersville Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
Dunwoody
Building NF
2101 Womack Rd
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Indian Creek Recreation Area
900 S. Indian Creek Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Newton
3N - Field House
239 Cedar Ln
Covington, GA 30014
Panthersville
2401 Wildcat Rd.
Decatur, GA 30034