Rec Center Announcements
Email to members – Friday, September 5, 2025
We have received the engineer’s initial review of the track, and we are now waiting on the engineer’s drawings for repairs, as well as their ideas for how we can safely open the gym courts for play. Once we have those drawings, the University will then ask construction companies to bid on the work and provide a repair timeline. We expect to have the repair timeline in October and unfortunately will not have a track or gym court reopening date until then.
During this time, we are looking for alternative opportunities to expand our offerings, including opening an on-campus outdoor pickleball court for drop-in use. We will have an update on this soon, which will be shared on our outdoor recreation page.
We understand this has been a frustrating time as we work through this process, and appreciate your patience and understanding. While it is a priority for us to get these spaces back online as soon as possible, we also need to ensure we do so safely and appropriately. If you would like to cancel or put your membership on hold until we are able to get the track and courts open, please fill out this form. Once you have done so, our Member Services team will reach out to confirm your request.
Track and gym courts remain closed – Monday, August 18, 2025
The track and gym courts remain closed. We received the third-party engineer’s report regarding the extensive repairs needed for the track structure. Our next step is to hire a structural engineering firm to develop the necessary drawings and details. Once complete, we will obtain bids and pricing for repairs. Getting these spaces back online is our top priority, and we will look at all possible scenarios to reopen the track and gym spaces as safely and quickly as possible.
We eagerly await this information and will share an update here and with students and members directly as soon as we have details.
Email to members – Friday, August 1, 2025
We are pleased to announce that the Rec Center will reopen on Aug. 4. However, due to damage to a section of the track structure, the track and gym courts will remain closed until further notice. An engineer has thoroughly inspected the affected area and confirmed it is secure, but extensive repairs are necessary before these spaces can safely reopen.
We understand this situation may be disappointing and inconvenient, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete the repairs. We will provide additional information as soon as we have an updated timeline for reopening the track and gym courts.
As compensation for the closure dates, we are offering the following:
- Monthly and annual members: Membership expiration dates will be extended by eight days. Request the extension at the front counter or reply to this email.
- Lifetime and perpetual members: Two complimentary guest passes will be available through Aug. 1, 2026 (a $30 value).
Additionally, if you wish to cancel or pause your membership due to the ongoing track and gym court closure, please complete the UM-Flint Rec Center Refund Request Form.
Please join us in thanking the UM-Flint Facilities & Operations team for addressing this matter as quickly and safely as possible. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Rec Center on Aug. 4.
Email to members – Tuesday, July 29, 2025
We appreciate your continued patience as we work closely with UM-Flint Facilities & Operations on indoor track repairs, including structural supports and isolating a part of our fire suppression system. Unfortunately, we cannot open the Rec Center until these matters are fully addressed.
We recognize the importance of these spaces to you and the rest of our campus community. Please know we’re working as quickly and carefully as possible to address the necessary repairs. Our next update will come as soon as the repair experts confirm a reopening timeline.
Thank you again for your understanding and support as we work to address this emergency facility maintenance.
Email to members – Friday, July 25, 2025
Thank you for your continued patience during our emergency building closure. We are currently evaluating and repairing the track.
At this time, we anticipate the building will remain closed through at least Tuesday, July 29. Upon reopening, the track and at least a portion of the gym floor will remain closed until all necessary repairs are completed. We will provide another email update with specifics on Monday or Tuesday.
The safety of our members and staff remains our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to resolve this issue.
Email to members – Thursday, July 24, 2025
Earlier this evening, a structural issue in the Rec Center running track area was detected. As a result, the Rec Center was closed early and will remain closed for at least Friday, July 25, until a thorough inspection is completed and the situation is fully understood.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as our campus Facilities and Operations team assesses and addresses the issue. The safety and well-being of our users remain our top priority, and we’ll provide an update tomorrow.