A 125,470-square-foot recreation facility with state-of-the-art equipment, fitness programs and amenities, the University of Dayton RecPlex in Dayton, Ohio combines multiple gymnasiums with courts for basketball and volleyball, three racquetball courts, a rock wall, and an eight-lane lap pool with leisure pool and spa. Reviewers praise the friendly staff and clean facilities, with the large space accommodating busy periods well, though some comment on occasional overcrowding during peak hours. The facility is set to debut a $30 million renovation and expansion in fall 2026.

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The facility is known for its extensive selection of equipment and sporting options, including multiple courts, swimming pools, hot tubs, and an indoor track.

The RecPlex has a 4.7 star rating from 178 reviewers. Reviewers mention the friendly staff and clean facilities as notable qualities contributing to a positive experience.

Group fitness classes are designed for all fitness levels, with instructors providing modifications to accommodate all participants.

Campus Recreation offers aquatics, fitness programs, intramural sports, outdoor education, sport clubs, and RECkids Camp.

The facility includes a four-court gymnasium, a two-court multi-activity gym, three racquetball courts, three fitness studios, and a rock wall.

All personal trainers are certified by a nationally accredited program and Red Cross CPR, AED, and First Aid certified, with training developed to the client's needs, desires and goals, and clients having the choice of training frequency and location. The program does not involve session or duration contracts of any kind.

The facility features a juice bar, equipment checkout, locker rooms, family changing area, eight-lane lap pool, vortex leisure pool and diving well, ten-person whirlpool or spa, outdoor sundeck, and outdoor sand volleyball and basketball courts.

RECkids Camp is a day camp for children ages six to 12 with different weekly themes and activities.

The facility includes a Wellness Assessment Lab which offers services such as athletic training and personal training consultation.

Faculty, staff, alumni, part-time students, graduate students and law students who present a valid University ID may use the RecPlex for a daily fee of $10.

Family add-on memberships are available to members of the immediate family of a current Campus Recreation member, either a spouse or one child under age 26, or the member's spouse and children under age 26.

Full-time undergraduate students are eligible to use the RecPlex with their UD Student ID, and the facility may be used by graduate students who purchase a Campus Recreation Membership.

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