Ralph S. O’Connor Recreation Center
Ralph S. O’Connor Recreation Center
Changes to Hours of Operation
April
- Monday, April 4th – Friday, April 12th: The bouldering cave will be closed to set for the bouldering competition on April 14th
- Saturday, April 20th 8 a.m.-1 p.m. : The Rec Center basketball courts will be closed due to the TSA student group
- Sunday, April 14th at 4:00 p.m.: The pool will be closing early for a lifeguard re-certification course
May
- Monday, May 13th- Thursday, May 16th: The entire Rec Center will be closing at 10 p.m.
- Friday, May 17th at 8 p.m.- Monday, June 3rd at 6 a.m.: The entire Rec Center will be closing due to Senior Toast, annual cleaning, and screen & coating the basketball courts.
Our Commitment to Hopkins Wellbeing
Health, wellness, fitness and community — these are the guiding principles of the programs offered through the Ralph S. O’Connor Recreation Center. Our staff is here to engage you in experiences to improve your wellbeing, ranging from yoga classes to help build inner strength and reduce stress to exciting outdoor trips and courses that encourage and develop leadership, teamwork, environmental stewardship, character development, and transferable life skills.
Whether it’s quenching your thirst for competition or providing an opportunity to build friendships with others who love the game, we offer extensive club and intramural programs year-round. Looking to improve your fitness level or struggling to negotiate your own workout routine? Consider our fitness programs, including our personal training or group fitness classes as a fun and social change of pace.
Explore our website or visit us on the Homewood campus to learn about the myriad offerings available. We look forward to becoming a vital part of your Johns Hopkins experience!
News & Announcements
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Ralph O’Connor, ‘quintessential Blue Jay,’ dies at 92
Ralph S. O’Connor, an entrepreneur, civic leader, philanthropist, and Johns Hopkins University alumnus who was an enthusiastic supporter of student life at his alma mater, died Sunday at his home in Houston. He was 92.
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Suddenly I Love Working Out?
STUDENT TESTIMONIAL: Discovering this [F45] workout at our very own Rec Center was not only the best thing I’ve done for my physical health this year, but also one of the best things I’ve done for my mental health.
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Training, Certification & Continuing Education
The Rec serves many functions for students on the Homewood campus. It is a source of self-care and stress-relief, a hangout spot with friends, and a place of work for many.
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Self Care During Finals
With finals quickly approaching, it is important to encourage your Blue Jay to make time to practice self-care. Personal well-being is often sacrificed to get in more hours of studying.
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Download the “JH Rec” App
With the “JH Rec” app, you can find the latest group class schedule, sign up for group classes up to 24-hours in advance, and stay up to date on the latest Recreation news and events! Download the app today from the Apple Store and Google Play Store.
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Getting to the heart of the matter
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