Minor Membership and Access
The Recreation and Wellness Center welcomes families, and we often host family-friendly events. The following guidelines help all patrons enjoy our facilities safely.
Age 16-17
Minors ages 16-17 can purchase full Rec Center memberships, with some additional requirements.
Services, minor members ages 16-17
- May utilize all spaces within the Rec Center
- May participate in most programming offered through Campus Recreation and Wellness
- Receives a Campus Recreation and Wellness membership ID card
Requirements, minor members ages 16-17
- A parent or legal guardian must accompany the minor during membership purchase. Photo ID verification and proof of relationship may be requested.
- Minors ages 16-17 must have a parent or legal guardian in the building at all times while at the Rec Center. The parent or legal guardian is not required to be a member of the facility and may stay in the lobby area.
- Parking is not included in the membership and must be purchased separately through UHCL Parking Services.
Age 5-15
Recreation and Wellness members may purchase a membership for minor dependents age 5-15. This membership has access and space restrictions.
Individuals age 5 or older may also access the Rec Center with a day pass or during events marked as "free preview", "full access," "community," "family programs," or "open to all."
Services, minor members age 5-15
- May use the track and court spaces.
- May participate in programs and services designated as open to minors.
Requirements, minor members age 5-15
- Parent or guardian must have a valid Rec Center membership.
- A parent or legal guardian must remain with and supervise minor members ages 5-15 at all times while in the Rec Center.
Restrictions, minor members age 5-15
- Not allowed in any fitness zone or on fitness equipment, per guidance from the University of Houston System.
- Exceptions can be requested if the minor will be working under the direct supervision of a personal trainer from Campus Recreation and Wellness or through the Health and Human Performance Institute.
- Not allowed to attend programs and services for adults.
Facility Access, minor members age 5-15
Space and equipment restrictions for minors ages 5-15 remain in place at all times.
- Facility Access (Minor Members Age 5-15)
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Fall: Monday, Aug. 23 - Friday, Dec. 10, 2021Weekends: 3 p.m. Friday - close on Sunday
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Spring: Tuesday, Jan. 18 - Friday, May 13, 2022Weekends: 3 p.m. Friday - close on Sunday
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SummerAll Operating Hours
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University Breaks and HolidaysAll Operating Hours
Events
Minors age 5-15 are welcome to Rec Center events specifically marked as "free preview", "full access," "community," "family programs," or "open to all."
Minors age 5-15 may not access the facility during UHCL Weeks of Welcome, held the first two weeks of fall and spring semester.
Age 4 or Younger
Minors age 4 or younger do not require a membership. They may be present with a parent or legal guardian at no charge, but access restrictions apply.
Requirements, minors age 4 or younger
- Minors age 4 or younger are allowed on the track and court spaces only.
- Strollers are allowed on the inside lane of the track.
- Must be within arm's reach of their parent or legal guardian at all times.
Restrictions, minors age 4 or younger
- Not allowed in any fitness zone, on fitness equipment, or at programming for adults.
- Not allowed to be carried or held on cardio or strength equipment.
- Not allowed to be left near a fitness zone or fitness equipment while adult uses the zone or equipment.
Facility Access, minors age 4 or younger
- Facility Access (Minor Members Age 4 or Younger)
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Fall: Monday, Aug. 23 - Friday, Dec. 10, 2021Weekends: 3 p.m. Friday - close on Sunday
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Spring: Tuesday, Jan. 18 - Friday, May 13, 2022Weekends: 3 p.m. Friday - close on Sunday
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SummerAll Operating Hours
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University Breaks and HolidaysAll Operating Hours
For semester and holiday dates, visit the academic calendar.
Events
Minors age 4 or younger are welcome to events specifically marked as "free preview", "full access," "community," "family programs," or "open to all."
Minors age 4 or younger may not access the facility during UHCL Weeks of Welcome, the first two weeks of fall and spring semester.