Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being
Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being
Status:
Some Recreation facilities and programs will reopen August 30. We hope to reopen all facilities and programs by early October.
Recreation Center: Open
Cardio and Strength: Open (limited equipment)
Pool: Reopening 9/27
Group Fitness: Open
Climbing Wall: Open: Auto Belays and Top Rope Climbing Only
Bouldering Cave: Open
Lawn Game Rentals: Closed
Facility Updates
General Updates
- Some Recreation facilities and programs will reopen for the first day of classes August 30th.
- Access to the Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being will be limited to Homewood and Peabody students . To enter the building you must have your J Card.
- As the renovation wraps up we we hope for reopen all Recreation and Well-Being facilities, programs, and access.
Memberships
- Please check up the membership service web page for current rates.
- Everyone must re-register on the JHU Rec Center Member Portal. or through the Follow Me to the Rec App prior to accessing the Rec Center.
Program Updates
- Check out our current in-person and virtual group fitness class offerings. View our virtual fitness class calendar.
COVID-19 Facility Updates
- The Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being is following University Covid-19 policies.
Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being Project Information
- For more information on the Recreation and Well-Being Project please visit the Facilities and Real Estate website.
- Racquetball and Squash Courts: Are closed.
Our Commitment to Hopkins Well-being
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 well-being, 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 navigate your personal 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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Bottom line: nature is beautiful
When a lot of students think about relaxing, they think about a fluffy bed where they can watch hours of Netflix, eat their favorite foods, and prepare for a solid nap in the near future. While my roommate can vouch that this is exactly what I do on a Friday
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Rec Center reimagined with $27M expansion
The renovation of the O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being includes new spaces for strength and cardio workouts, group activities, and student well-being. Read more about the project in the Hub…
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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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New office designed to improve shared student services
The Office of Student Enrollment and Account Management, or SEAM, centralizes processes and systems for student accounts, registration, and financial aid
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Undergrad team named finalist in Collegiate Inventors Competition
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