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Welcome to RecFit!

Welcome to Recreational Sports & Fitness! We can not wait to see all new and returning students here in the fitness centers, aquatics center, fitness programs and sports programs. No matter how you choose to stay active, we have something for you!

If you are a new student at American University, please take a moment to complete your online fitness center registration (found here) before your first visit. As long as you are enrolled in classes, there is no extra cost for you to activate your membership!

Summer Memberships

Congratulations to all the graduating Eagles! 

All Spring semester memberships are good through May 31.

Students enrolled in summer classes can register for a summer membership at no additional charge.

Students not taking summer classes, but who are enrolled in Spring 2024 AND Fall 2025 may also register for a summer membership at no additional charge. You must be registered for Fall 2025 classes for your membership to be activated.

All others may purchase a summer membership. Visit our membership page to view options and prices.

Summer Group Exercise

Group Exercise Classes are free for summer 2024 for all AU students and RecFit members. Please visit the Group Exercise page to see the class schedule. To participate, stop by Jacobs Fitness Center about 10 minutes before the start of the class and check-in at the front desk!

Summer Group Exercise classes start May 13!

Group Exercise Free Summer 2024