University of Michigan - Sports & Recreation

As a member of the "Big Ten" Athletic Conference, the University of Michigan features some of the world’s best athletic and recreational facilities. The University devotes 225 acres (more area than many entire college campuses) for recreation, including Crisler Basketball Arena and the awesome 109,901 seat Michigan Stadium, the largest on-campus football stadium in America.

Summer Discovery students enjoy full U-M recreation privileges and can choose from a superb selection of facilities for practicing and playing at no charge. Just outside of Ann Arbor is a beautiful countryside with dozens of lakes for swimming, boating and outdoor recreation. 

Facilities and Activities

Central Campus Recreation Building (CCRB)

U-M’s world-class indoor facility has volleyball and badminton courts, 4 full basketball courts, 11 squash and racquetball courts, an elevated 1/8 mile track, free-weight rooms, and dozens of stairmasters, life cycles, and weight machines. 

Palmer Field and Track

Ideal for soccer, football and ultimate frisbee intramurals. The ¼ mile track is popular for jogging, walking and blading.

Palmer Courts

10 new tennis courts lighted for night play, a new basketball court and a new roller-hockey rink.

Yost Ice Arena

Scheduled ice skating sessions in the home of the NCAA Champion U-M hockey team.

Fuller Pool and Beach Volleyball

Outdoor Olympic Ann Arbor city pool, with a diving pool, waterslide, and sand volleyball courts.

Canoeing and Huron River

Picturesque canoe trips on the scenic river that winds near and throughout the U-M campus.

Golf

Students can play the par 68 Huron Hills and par 72 Leslie Park golf courses for an additional fee.

3 ways to participate in our recreation / athletic program:

• Drop-in participation  Informal, non-organized participation including pick-up games, tennis with a friend, working out at the CCRB, and recreational swimming, to name a few.

• Organized intramurals, tournaments and events  Our recreation coordinator and our RCs organize co-ed intramurals in several sports: 3-on-3 basketball, tennis tournaments, golf-outings, canoe trips, and more.

• Sports Plus Program  See descriptions below. (supplemental fees)

Sports Plus Program

Students who wish to extend their participation beyond the regular recreation and athletic program may choose to participate in one of the Sports Plus offerings. Instruction is given by the top college coaches, high school coached, collegiate athletes and instructors. Classes are organized through UMove Fitness. Sports Plus is available in the following sports/activities:

Supercircuits Sports Conditioning

Great for all fitness levels – Work at your own pace! During the circuit, we’ll mix the use of free weight exercises with basic low-high impact cardio moves. You’ll improve your speed, agility, balance and power - all important aspects of being a good athlete! Typical class: 8-10 min warm-up/stretch, 35-45 min circuit work, 5-8 min cool down/stretch. Meets twice weekly for 1 hour.

Fee: $100 for 3-weeks/$75 for 2-weeks

Zumba

Zumba is a fun, cardio dance class that incorporates Latin, Hip Hop and International rhythms. Zumba is a high-energy workout that will keep your body moving the entire time! No dance experience necessary. Zumba is the most fun you will ever have working out!

Fee: $100 for 3-weeks/$75 for 2-weeks

Group Tennis Instruction (for Intermediate to Advanced Players)

The class is for intermediate to advanced players who would like to improve their tennis skills through drill work and an opportunity to play. Class will focus on court drills, coach analysis and match/play tournaments. Meets for 1 hour, twice weekly in small groups.

Fee: $200 for 3-weeks/$150 for 2-weeks

Soccer

GOAL! Learn to shoot, score and much more! Improve your knowledge and skill level of the most popular sport in the world. This program is coached by qualified soccer coaches at the incredible Fuller Park and Soccer facility with over 10 newly renovated fields. You will engage in game strategy, playing and practice time.

Fee:$150 for 3-weeks/ $100 for 2-weeks

Basketball Mini-Camp

Improve your game! Concentrated basketball program emphasizing individual skills, game strategy, playing and practice time. Meets twice a week for 1 ½ hours working with Michigan instructors and/or players. Additional game time is available at Central Campus Recreation Building. Meets twice weekly for 11/2 hours.

Fee: $150 for 3-weeks/$100 for 2-weeks