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UTHealth Houston Recreation Center

The original 26,000-square-foot space plus outdoor areas is located on the South Campus at 1832 West Road.  This full-service facility aims to improve work-life balance by offering facilities, equipment and programs designed for fitness, fun and friendly competition. Highlighted by a heated outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool, the Recreation Center also features a full range of cardiovascular equipment, free weights and resistance equipment, courts for racquetball, basketball, tennis, pickleball, sand volleyball, table tennis and multi-purpose athletic fields surrounded by an outdoor jogging trail with fitness stations. Programs consist of personal training, motivational and incentive programs, group fitness classes, team and individual recreational sports, seasonal swim lessons and certification courses by the American Heart Association. Convenient location adjacent to University Housing with easy access to the UTHealth Shuttle and a free parking lot while using the Recreation Center.  Important Note: The parking lot is monitored and vehicles left will be ticketed and towed.

Membership is open most to students, residents, faculty, staff and family of the Texas Medical Center and UT System.  Proof of eligibility required.  For UTHealth students currently enrolled in class, membership is included in the Student-Service Fees.  Exceptions: MMSI to II and other schools not enrolled in summer classes will need to purchase a membership for summer access.  For all other students, residents, faculty and staff, TMC or UT System Institution ID required at every purchase and renewal.  For alumni, a photo or copy of diploma required at initial purchase only.  Rates vary based on affiliation and exceptions may apply.  For a list of eligible Texas Medical Center Institutions, click here and for a list of eligible UT System Institutions, click hereEligibility subject to change

McGovern Medical School Fitness Center

Coming soon!  The anticipated Grand Opening is April 15th!  Advanced registration is required.  Join us for the Open House to preview the new space April 2nd and 3rd from 11AM to 2PM.  For a full rundown on all the information, click here for a printable version.  *Dates and details are subject to change.

The new 1,800-square-foot space is located on the penthouse floor of the McGovern Medical School at 6431 Fannin Street.  This unstaffed satellite facility includes two single-user restrooms with showers, daily lockers with programmable locks while working out and a concise range of cardio and resistance machines to ensure a full body workout.

Membership is open to students, residents, faculty and staff of UTHealth only and includes dual membership to the McGovern Medical School Fitness Center and the Recreation Center.  Both facilities are included at no additional charge for all UTHealth students paying student-service fees.  Exceptions: MMSI to II and other schools not enrolled in summer classes will need to purchase a membership for summer access.  For faculty, staff and residents, membership must be paid by EFT only.


  • About the McGovern Medical School Fitness Center

    The highly anticipated UTHealth Houston Recreation Center - McGovern Medical School Fitness Center is opening its doors soon.  Everyone, students included, need to register in advance for access.

    The variety of equipment totaling 24 pieces includes 16 cardio machines: treadmills with next-generation monitors featuring workouts, streaming and charging technology, steppers, ellipticals, rowers, recumbent bikes and the ever-popular Pelotons.  The 8 remaining resistance machines focus on strength with a leg press, leg extension, seated leg curl and chest press plus a multi-functional weight modular system and a multi-stretch station to top it off.

    The UTHealth Recreation Center will operate this new satellite facility and it will not be staffed, but will be monitored by UT ID badge access and security cameras.  Also due to the sensitive nature of the labs and research in the building, there are no free weights, kettlebells, medicine balls, etc.

  • Can I use the McGovern Medical School Fitness Center? How much does it cost?

    The MMS Fitness Center is open to UTHealth faculty, staff, residents and current students only.

    Like the Recreation Center, the MMS Fitness Center is included at no additional charge for all UTHealth students paying student-service fees.  Exception: MMSI to II and other schools not enrolled in summer classes will need to purchase a membership for summer access.

    For faculty, staff and residents of UTHealth, there is a 2 Week Free Trial (dates to be announced soon.)  After the 2 Week Free Trial, membership is available to purchase by EFT only for a monthly autopayment and gives dual access to both the MMS Fitness Center and Recreation Center.

  • How do I register, sign up or get access to the McGovern Medical School Fitness Center?

    Everyone, students included, need to register in advance for access.  Students and any faculty, staff or resident already using the Recreation Center are still required to complete the Registration Form in advance for access to the MMS Fitness Center.

    UT ID badge access is managed by the Recreation Center and is required to the enter the MSB and again for the MMS Fitness Center.

    How to Register for Access:
    Step 1: All students, residents, faculty and staff must complete this Registration Form.
    Step 2: Please wait for a confirmation email from the Recreation Center that your UT ID has been approved for access within 2-3 business days.  If you have not received an email within the estimated timeframe, please email rec@uth.tmc.edu.

  • Badge Access Troubleshooting for the McGovern Medical School Fitness Center

    If you've received confirmation that your UT ID is approved for access to the MMS Fitness Center and it is not working, please verify/try the following:

    • Verify that the badge is not in a sleeve with other cards (metro cards, credit cards, etc.)
    • If the badge reader does not beep when the badge is pressed against it, the badge may have been demagnetized. If the badge has been demagnetized, the badge will need to be brought to the ID Badging Office.
    • If the badge reader does beep when the badge is pressed against it, please send an email to rec@uth.tmc.edu indicating that the badge reader is beeping, but access is not being given.  Be sure to include the name of the individual and a photo of the back of the UT ID with clear, legible numbers visible.  The Recreation Center will review and troubleshoot to ensure that badge activation was set up accurately and will forward the approved requests to UTP-H and cc the requester.

HOURS

Monday - Friday: 5:30AM to 10PM
Saturday: 8AM to 8PM
Sunday: 10AM to 8PM
Pool closes 30 minutes prior to facility.

HOLIDAY HOURS

Easter Sunday, 3/31: Regular Hours
Pool closes 30 minutes prior to facility.

LOCATION

1832 West Road
Houston, TX 77054

Map & Driving Directions

PHONE NUMBERS

Main: 713-500-8420
Weather Line:713-500-8415
Fax: 713-500-8409

For general inquiries, contact:
REC@uth.tmc.edu 

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