Recreation and Wellness
The Department of Recreation and Wellness, known as RecWell, covers about 230 acres of the University of North Florida campus, has multiple facilities and fields, and is divided into these units: Aquatics, Fitness, Competitive Sports, Eco Adventure, Wellness, and Youth Programs Compliance. We employ nearly 20 full-time professional staff members across these units and approximately 200 student staff.
RecWell desires to serve our students and provide them opportunities to learn and grow. RecWell offers programs and services to balance the academic demands with outside-of-the-classroom opportunities to de-stress, build a strong mind and body, gain practical work experience, and to form lasting friendships and experiences that will bond them to our university.
Spring 2023 Events
5 Weeks to a 5K Training
Dates: January 9 - February 18
Location: Student Wellness Complex
Kick-start 2023 by training for the UNF Swoop the Loop 5K (or just train for fun!). The 5 week program runs January 9 - February 18. Visit Member Services in the Student Wellness Complex to pick up the training plan. The 3.1 mile, Swoop the Loop race takes place on campus Saturday, February 18 during Homecoming Week.
NCHA Health Survey
Date: January 30 - March 10
Check your inbox for an email from The American College Health Association (ACHA). UNF Students will be asked to participate in a nationally recognized research survey about student health and wellness. Your answers will help us to develop relevant and impactful wellness programs and you will also be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card!
Soil Biology Matters Workshop
Date: Friday, February 3
Time: 2 PM-3 PM
Location: Ogier Gardens
Learn all about the critical importance of soil biology and how to improve it from local expert, Allen Skinner. Healthy soil is the key to food security and nutrition for all as well as a key way to sequester carbon and fight climate change. Allen is the owner of Soil Life Organics.
Open Zip
Date: Thursday, February 9
Time: 5 PM-7 PM
Location: Osprey Challenge Course
UNF Ospreys, spread your wings and take flight! Come out to the Osprey Challenge Course and enjoy a night of zip lining over Lake Oneida.
Intro to Organic Gardening Workshop
Date: Friday, February 10
Time: 10 AM-11 AM
Location: Ogier Gardens
Home gardening can improve your health, save you money, and increase your food security. Learn the basics to starting your own garden with the Ogier Gardens Coordinator, Kevin Anderson.
Intro to Organic Gardening Workshop
Date: Wednesday, February 15
Time: 3 PM-4 PM
Location: Ogier Gardens
Home gardening can improve your health, save you money, and increase your food security. Learn the basics to starting your own garden with the Ogier Gardens Coordinator, Kevin Anderson.
CPR/First-Aid Training
Date: Friday, February 17
Time: 9 AM - 11 AM
Location: Student Wellness Complex
This course offers American Red Cross Adult First-Aid and CPR/AED training to currently enrolled UNF Students and UNF Faculty and Staff. This certificate is valid for 2 years from the date of completion. Each class is $60 per person and is limited to 10 participants.
Osprey Fit Program
Date: Wednesday, February 22
Join our 6-week step counting program! Track your steps, join our challenges, and you could be a winner! Register between February 22 and April 12. Join the group "Healthy Osprey 23" via group code: H42552088. Winners are announced each week on the message board in the application. Prizes can be claimed at Market Day or by visiting the Recreation and Wellness Office located inside the Student Wellness Complex, Bldg.61/Suite 1200.