Party Packages

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Last Updated: Oct 27, 2025, 01:03 PM

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Have Your Party with Us!

Host your next party at the Student Recreation Center.

Looking for a highly energized way to celebrate your next birthday or another special occasion? Check out the Rec Center’s Party Packages! Choose from 3 different packages ranging from general recreation on the courts to climbing on the Climbing Wall and/or use of the Pool.

Events are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Payment must be received by 4:00pm, ten (10) business days prior to the party. Failure to pay will result in the cancellation of the scheduled birthday party.

Request Your Party Reservation

Please note party availbility is limited from Nov. 22, 2024 through Jan. 12. 2025.

Parties and Prices

Gym and Party Room

This package includes one hour of multi-sport court use (ex. basketball, volleyball, soccer, etc.)  followed by the use of a Party Room for one hour. 

Gym and Party Room Table
Number of People SRC Member Price SRC Non-Member Price Duration
Up to 20 people $150 $200 2 hours
  • Add an hour of Pool or Climbing Wall time for an additional $50 for SRC members or $70 for non-members. 
  • 3-hour max for any party
  • Closed-toed shoes are required.
  • The SRC provides select sport balls and other sport equipment upon request. 

Pool and Party Room

This package includes the use of 2 lanes in the Shallow End and diving boards/platform for one hour followed by the use of a Party Room for one hour. 

Pool and Party Room Table
Number of People SRC Member Price SRC Non-Member Price Duration
Up to 20 people $150 $200 2 hours
  • Add an hour at the Climbing Wall or Gym time for an additional $50 for SRC members or $70 for non-members. 
  • 3-hour max for any party
  • The shallow end of the pool is 3.5 Feet deep. The facility has 8 approved youth personal flotation devices for use. Other personal flotation devices are not allowed in the pool. Use of diving boards is restricted to those who demonstrate proficiency in swimming.

Climbing Wall and Party Room

This package includes one hour on the Climbing Wall and the use of a Party Room for one hour. 

Climbing Wall and Party Room Table
Number of People SRC Member Price SRC Non-Member Price
Up to 15 people $150 $200
  • Add an hour of Pool or Gym time for an additional $50 for SRC members or $70 for non-members. 
  • 3-hour max for any party
  • Max number that can be serviced on the wall in one hour is 15.
  • To use the climbing wall, you must be 45lbs and at least 6 years of age. 

Party Details

  • Available Days & Times

    Parties may be booked on Saturdays or Sundays. 

    • Saturday
      • 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    • Sunday
      • 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    Activity times are based on 1-hour “activity” intervals.

  • Online Waiver Form

    In order to reserve a facility, you must complete Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability forms for all minors in attendance.

  • Party Policies 

    • Party room can be used for food/gifts
    • Any outside food (i.e. cakes, snacks, etc.) must be prepackaged or storebought. Cannot be homemade.
    • Chaperone to Youth ratio:
         • 1:5 for youth under 10 years of age
         • 1:10 for youth 11-15 years of age
    • Group must provide adult chaperone age 16+ when in locker rooms at all times.
    • All party reservations must be made at least 2 weeks in advance. Payment in full si required at least ten (10) business days prior to the confirmed party date. 
    • Parties in the pool include certified lifeguard/s at 1:15 ratio.
    • Parties on the climbing wall include 2 specially trained climbing wall staff.

  • Parking Information

    The Student Rec Center has the main parking lot on the North side of the building. If you have a blue or red decal you can park in the lot (94).

    There are also 2 rows of yellow decal parking for those non-university affiliated. These parking passes can be purchased inside the Rec Center at Member Services.

    Additionally, there are approximately 100 parking spots that are for hourly parking. You can pay at the pay station as you walk into the Rec.

Questions?

If you have questions, please contact:

Amber Armstrong