Really (like, REALLY) cool, top of the line gym, reasonably priced for faculty and staff.

Great facility. Hit it up.

This gym is great if you live close to it and if you dont have children. They have tried coming up with some good solutions for both of those obstacles but none that work great yet. They do have a daycare for kiddos while you workout but it isnt close by and the hours arent ideal. There isnt a shuttle that comes from the university family housing.However, the actual gym is amazing! Love their pool, weight room, and track. Honestly I wish it was more accessible and we WOULD use it all the time.

Terrible. The place of so packed the point of not being able to properly exercise. Not to mention the horribly rude staff (one impatient and quick to anger old lady actually. The rest are really pretty okay). I get more workout done in the comfort of my own home. 0/10 would not recommend.

Nice facility, although overcrowded during weekdays.

I’ve been going to the life center almost every weekday morning for the past two years.While it is a great building, whoever is running the place clearly lacks any sort of leadership skills. It’s a bummer that this great building is filled with employees that only work for one week before they realize how terrible of a work environment it is. I would really appreciate if the university would do something about the management.

Been to several Universities, based on my experience, this one is fair. The facilities are fairly new, but the part I really dont like it is everything are extra cost on top of the membership fee. Locker 0.75 per time, basketball 1 dollar per time. The locker I get it, it is out of space. But why borrowing basketball cost money? Really dont get it.If it is not in the U and convenient, I would totally just go to the gym outside.So today I totally changed my mind to give 1 star. To do deadlift. You will need to drop weight. They just told me even I protect the ground with matrix, they don’t allow me to do it, SINCE THE MATRIX IS NOT USED FOR THE PURPOSE. I’m like. WTF! You guys have so many ridiculous rules!

I think the only time youll ever interact with staff here is if you have an issue with your card or youve forgotten to use barbell collars. Its quite clean, has a decent amount of stuff, but could have more weight lifting specific equipment.In spots, floor shakes as if youre on a cruise ship, they do not play any music, and the TV programming is questionable.

Super great facilities. Well maintained. Nice climbing gym with bouldering and top rope/lead wall. Racquetball courts are beautiful and the pool is a nice temperature.

Great Facility with Rock climbing, Olympic size pools, Racketball, Spin class, and a lot more! The gym itself is huge but usually way over crowded. Also if you arent a student or significant other yo u cant go so thats sucks. A friend pass is $8 a day.

Some how it feels more cramped than the old student Life center.The climbing gym really needs a lot of help. The routes are old and dangerous. The hold are disgustingly dirty and most route have a dangerous loose hold.The students who work there really do not put forth much effort.The weight area is ok, but too many inconsiderate people. Clean up your weight, and stop hogging. Also not Olympic weights.

The building is really nice, very modern and well-maintained facilities. The only thing that is really inconvenient or even disappointing, and this is the reason I gave this score, is the fact that there is little parking space. What is really more susprising is the fact that they even reduced the already limited parking space because of the construction of buildings. Not sure why this is like this, but if its a way to encourage using you car less and use available transportation more, it is fine. But taking away parking spots when therell be more people on campus it really disconcerting. At least they would have found a way to keep at least those available spaces... like building underground garages or something...As an U instructor, I continually hear students complain about, arrive late to classes, and what is worse continually getting tickets that may eventually mean a hold on their University accounts. I understand that many need to drive to school. I guess we all find ways as these changes are taking place on campus but this issue should be regarded by those in charge. I say this very respectufully.

NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY. Talked to two people before going with my daughter in her stroller and they said strollers were just fine on the track. In the middle of my workout, a lady comes over and kicks us off even though there was only one other person on the track, that was my husband. The only reason I bought a pass was to walk while my husband works out. Will not be returning.

I feel so sad to be giving this one star because overall I love this facility. I have never had any issues with my significant others pass, or with renewing it, until I had to deal with one of the supervisors, Mari, tonight. She was very short with me and even aggressive. I came to renew my SO pass but did not have my husband with me. Previously I was told by her that all I would need was a form of payment and my husbands student ID. I was coming today in hopes to make it to a class, and to renew my pass since it’s a new semester. She told me I could NOT renew it because my husband was not with me. When I asked if I could at least fill out the form she would not give it to me?? It seriously took 4 tries and then one of her subordinates finally was kind enough to let me fill it out. I then asked if I could call my husband and get verbal consent, and Mari said that there was in fact a paper I could sign concerning a forgotten pass or signature that could get me in for at least a day pass so I could get to my class, and then proceeded to tell me that she would however not do that for me?? I do not understand. Also, I needed help filling out the form, I was confused on which identification numbers to put where, and she grabbed my husbands ID card OUT OF MY HAND quite aggressively and flipped it on it’s back while pointing to a number and rolling her eyes, looking to her subordinates for validation. I have NEVER been treated this way ANYWHERE. Then when I asked for assurance that my form was filled out and politely asked for it back, she would not give it to me. I asked for it back again and she just looked at me with her grip hardening on my paper, I finally had to reach over to grab it and she still wouldn’t let go, so now my registration paper is completely ripped. I have never left a review on anything, even with awful service because I feel it’s only fair to give people the benefit of the doubt. Mari has changed that for me.I draw the line at physical aggression. I am an employee at this university and understand it’s strive for excellence, especially in patient/people care. I am appalled in the way in which I was treated tonight, this is NOT the kind of representation the University of Utah should be giving to it’s public, especially not in the hands of a supervisor.

The facility is pretty good nothing spectacular not horrible you can get a good workout if you want. Basketball courts are usually full during busy hours or occasionally all taken up by badminton which is weird sometimes. but the thing that brings the rating down are the hours and the cost. As a full-time student I dont have a lot of extra money to spare. Im assuming most people using this facility are in a similar situation as I am. The fact that it cost any money to rent a basketball is absurd. They should just take our ucards and give us the ball. Also having to buy an extension for the summer is absurd as well. $14,000 a year apparently isnt enough to cover summer usage of the Life Center. The hours are just bad. Closing that early gives me an hour and a half after work to get to the gym and workout before they start closing up. Most gyms are open at least an hour later if not longer. At most other gyms I feel like a patron at the Life Center I feel like a burden. THIS PLACE DOES NOT WANT TO BE OPEN. Their hours suck. Such a waste of space. Who closes at 6 on a Saturday?

It has got everything you love about fitness. Personalised trainers and lockers.

Been lifting here for a few years on a spouse pass. Would not come here otherwise. Parking system has gotten worse and its crowded. Barbells for squats are bent and have no knurling. No Oly round plates, bumpers, or platforms.Any other gym is better equipped. The pools and hot tub are nice.

Best student gym ever. An excellent facility!

I toured the U of U campus with my son. It is a beautiful campus and the opportunities seem endless for student involvement.

Very little common sense and poor customer service. Some of the employees are very nice but some have a hard time with common sense. Again though they are just kids.

I really appreciate having this gym on campus. I wish they had less expensive beginner swimming classes. They have a $45/semester athletic swimming class but for beginners you have to pay upwards of $90/week to learn :(

The Student Life Center is located near the Fort Douglas trax station, so its convenient to park at the Rice-Eccles Stadium and trax up to the gym if you dont want to pay for parking at the Life Center (only about $2.50 an hour). There is U Parking available on the other side of the Life Center. Its also possible to walk to the Life Center since its not too far from the HPER buildings and the WEB & MEB buildings. The outside of the building is very modern and nice. Its very eye-pleasing... Low key makes me happier about coming to the gym since its so nice and for free too, since it is included in my tuition.The building has multiple floors dedicated to different athletic activities. I usually go to the 3rd floor, which I believe is the weights floor. They offer so many options for strength training and I never have to wait for any cardio-based machine. There are other fun services to utilize at this gym. There is a basketball court right next to the weights area. There is a physical running track above the weights area, if youre looking for more of a physical run than machine-based cardio. The boxing room with punching and speed bags is down on the lower level. The swimming pool can be seen from the upper levels. There is a rock climbing wall and a place to rent gear for winter activities, like snowboarding and skiing.Ive listed so many pros about the place, but the one bad thing about this gym is that it gets so packed at certain times, which isnt unusual for a gym; all gyms struggle during busy times, but I believe the amount of options the gym offers helps combat this problem. I have been to many other gyms like recreation center gyms, VASA, Planet Fitness, etc, but I believe nothing can beat the University of Utahs gym. Haha I dont know what Im going to do when I graduate.

Great except you need to bring your own towel.

Great resources and variety of workout equipment. Busy when the undergrads are not in class, as expected.

Very nice! Rock climbing wall! Ping Pong!

Pretty cool place with lots of options for activities. The parking on the other hand....non existant and if you are lucky enough to get a space close- be prepared to pay $2 an hour to park.

Its no wonder my student fees are so expensive. This huge, fancy facility is unfortunately for display only. When I inquired about using it for athletic purposes I was refused because only basketball and volleyball are allowed to use the numerous empty courts. What a shame.

Decent amount of equipment but the hours are terrible.

Actually this gym is one of the biggest place for working out that Ive ever seen.

Great place to exercise and play some basketball.

A very good place to work out for students at the U

Great place for students and others to workout. Everything is well maintained. Simply wish to see a few new stationary bikes that display information that pertains more to cyclists and triathletes. Measurables like power & relative speed are much more impactful for a competitive athlete than calories burned.

I am so lucky to be able to use this facility

I like this gym because they have lots of amenities in a very small area. Membership gives you access to a climbing gym, an Olympic lap pool, casual swimming area, basketball/volleyball/intramural sport courts, weights, cardio equipment, a track, and punching bags. However, I must admit that I still miss the old field house. The indoor track isnt conducive to running (its shaped like a figure 8 that doesnt cross in the middle; way too many 90 degree turns...who wants that), but the rest is pretty great. You probably come here for free, but as a grad student you have to sometimes pay a reduced price in the summer (worth it), and if youre not a student its full price (in which case Id find another gym. The Front climbing gym has almost all of that plus extras for cheaper).

Beautiful facility of a beautiful school. Its one of many reasons to go to the U.

The facility is very clean and well maintained. The staff is nice, and very helpful. There are many amenities such as two pools, workout machines, and outdoor recreation rental. If youre a U student, totally take advantage of this!

Rented some cross country skis. Good service and nice price. Gear was great condition.

Not one to write reviews, but I need to say this because its affecting other people as well.First of all, the facility is great. Basketball courts, indoor soccer field, hot tub, swimming pool, racquetball, you name it. The issue with this place isnt with the facilities themselves, but how they are operated, especially by the staff. The following need to be addressed:-The staff members are very incompetent and couldnt care less about the satisfaction of the patrons, especially as you go higher up the ladder-If youre a full time student for two semesters out of the three, and you try to come to the gym during the summer, you are treated not as a member of the University who pays $12K a year, but simply as a guest-Guest fee is increased to an abnormal $8-If you are a registered student and you forget your card, instead of looking you up in the system, which they can easily do, they will charge you $5 and will ask you to come back later on during the week with your UCard to come and get your refund-It costs tremendous amounts of money to rent out equipment. Ive seen community colleges who dont charge to check out the equipment as long as you return it. If youre a student who frequents the basketball/soccer often, the sum of checking out a basketball/soccer ball will add up quite easily.Its a shame that the life center (which we pay $70 for in misc. fees in every tuition bill) doesnt choose to care for its students whatsoever. If they dont charge to rent out equipment, be a little bit more flexible with students who are full time, and actually train their employees, this place would be pretty good.

Very silly dress code rules for a *gym*Reasoning is based on “superbugs” and cleanliness, but when a gym is opened, it’s the owners/staffs job to keep it clean. That’s part of the upkeep of a gym, people sweat at a gym, it’s a very normal thing. Anywhere else, it is not an issue, feels like I’m at BYU.Decently good climbing gym, however, the person that designed it is obviously not a climber. There’s less than 5 feet between bouldering and top rope belaying. It’s super dangerous and I see belayers lowering their climbers onto people/people walking under people being lowered all of the time. Poorly designed, but the route setting is quite decent.

Clean, pretty nice equipment. My biggest complaints is it always seems crowded. The weight room is the most used area and the big private rooms in the back hardly ever seem used. I wish there was more space for machines, because it feels like you have to wait in line to workout.Also, 11pm closing time seems better than it being 10. Some people can only come late, and it kind of hinders your workout having to leave your workout if you ran late.

The rules and policies at this gym make me not want to workout here. They put regulations on the clothes you can wear and the ways you can use the weights, while not offering top quality amenities (specific to the weight room).I was asked to leave one day because of the tank top I was wearing. They wont let us use weight plates as bumpers to elevate the weight further off the floor for deadlifts; but they dont offer regular Olympic round plates either. And dont dare set down and weights on a bench.I genuinely want to go to a different gym, but for the price I pay for tuition I expect the Universitys gym to meet my expectations.Unless youre a student, dont pay to go here.EDIT: I have now been kicked out twice for the type of tank top that Ive worn to this gym. My problem isnt with the dress policy as much as it is with the enforcement. In both scenarios where I have been asked to leave, I had worn the clothing in question multiple times previously.Thanks University of Utah for making getting in shape such an enjoyable experience /s.

No overhead lifts allowed, no bumper plates, plan on getting chewed out for sweating too much, and get real excited about the slow pace. It’s a great place for a terrible workout!

Packed. Unfriendly employees. Limited weight selection for the massive area they have they could improve by expanding these options for those who enjoy weight training. Also, hours arent ideal for campus students or their families. Improvements can be made in these areas.

Because my wife works on campus we have a membership. They have free weights, exercise machines, basketball, racketball, heavy bag room, the Crimpson Lagoon and a rental area for seasonal sports equipment.

Best gym you could go to. Beats any other gym Ive been to in Utah, second only to Lifetime Fitness. Just about any kind of exercise equipment you could think of is available. Olympic length pool, locker rooms, hot tub, rock wall, racquetball, heavy bags, indoor track, full length basketball courts, health café as well as your standard weights and cardio machines are all available to use. Theres also a center for outdoor equipment rentals that is very under appreciated.

Very clean best gym out there!

The hours of this facility are absurd and should be reconsidered. The layout is confusing at times and very inefficient. Its built beautifully, but not utilized or organized in a cohesive manner. Ive heard a multitude of complaints from people I know about the dress code regulations, and the way the staff enforces it. Its run by other students, who arent very informative or helpful. Dont bother trying to go to their drop-in classes, because theyll most likely cancel them.

Closes at 9pm on Friday. Closes at 7, yes, 7pm on Sunday! These hours are ridiculous! The students pay gym fees for this?! Many other university gyms are open until 11pm every day. Im sure there are students who need money and would be willing to work those hours. Is the university really that stingy?

Pretty nice, fairly clean. Gets pretty crowded. Too many frat kids.

At most times after 5pm it is almost completely full. If you have specific weight training programs you will have to modify them because you wont being able to use what you need every time. Also, people will stand inches from you even if it is not necessary. Normally this wouldnt be an issue but with people who jave no idea how to train, this becomes dangerous. Overall this gym has a decent amount of equipment but the general population of users are newbies who dont understand how to be safe. Most of my problems with using this gym are the people and not the gym itself. Staff also seems attentive.

As a U of U student, I love working out here. Huge improvement over the field house, lots of machines, great facilities and always clean! It can get busy at night, and the hours kinda suck, but if you get there early enough you shouldnt have any problems.

There is only one bathroom on the weights floor. This bathroom has automatic faucets which dont last long to wash my hands. It would have made more sense to have a dressing room next to the weights.It is also annoying having to go from one far end of the building to get dressed.For this summer, I paid over $70 for not taking summer classes. The hours of operation are ridiculous as they close at 8 pm on weekdays and they seem to close on many holidays too.Parking is a pain even for those of us who have a U permit. It gets too crowded. I also feel there should be a shuttle stop for those of us having to walk long distances as well.So overall, expect to spend 15 minutes to park, get dressed, walk over to the weights area and another 15 minutes to get dressed and get to your car.The Field House was old but it was much more efficient than this luxurious gym resort the U is trying to sell us.

Great recreation options especially for students and those loving close to the University of Utah

My daughter plays for Special Olympics and Im so thankful to the student volunteers who coach her. THANK U!!!!!

It’s awesome when you come Early in the morning when it’s empty. Evening is way to many people.

I get in free as a student here, and I was extremely surprised by the wide variety of amenities which are offered here. From rock climbing to racquet ball to traditional weights and cardio machines, they really have it all. Unfortunately, were I not a student, I likely wouldnt pay the steep entry fee to enjoy all of this.

Love it. Very clean. All kinds of activities. Swimming pool. Climbing wall and everything you would wish

Don’t listen to the one star reviews. If you’re going to the gym to work out and improve your quality of life then dress code shouldn’t be an issue. If you’re coming to the gym for narcissistic reasons you probably dont want come here. Because you’re probably not meeting the dress code. The equipment is fantastic the staff can act like zealots sometimes, but if you’re not abusing equipment and throwing things everywhere they wont even bother you. The staff is trying to keep the equipment nice and not let college students destroy the place. Facilities are fantastic and its always clean.

This gym is really only open to U of U students and staff but if you can get in this is a very modern and fantastic gym. The pool area has an Olympic pool and play pool and a 30+ person hot tub. The track is a fun non circle shape and all the equipment is brand new. Small but fun rock climbing area as well

Best gym ever. Has pretty much everything and clean.

I love the facility itself. Nice equipment and machines. I HATE the rules. No other gym has had so many rules and they are completely random. I have been singled out for things and the next day watch them not care when three other people do or wear something far worse. This is a university, it should be a place of open minds and fairness.

Has a lot of activities to try here: basket ball courts, a couple pools, a climbing wall, machines, ect. Classes are generally pretty cheap, but they do cost extra. The only reason I am giving it 4/5 stars is because their hours are generally inconvenient and when they are open, they are usually very busy.

A great place for students to exercise! Plenty of machines, so theres never any waiting, and theres something for everyone. You can even get a massage or take a class for a pretty good price.

Great place to workout and play sports. Needs better hours and more racquetball ball courts. There is only 2. Count 1 has the best lighting.

A typical university gym but could be open later.

Clean, fun, and a lot of options! I also love their new eatery.

If you’re a student they do NOT treat you like a customer. Lady at the desk was super rude...

Top notch. Has a 50 meter pool, multiple full courts, small squash courts, a full assortment of weights, cardio and strength machines including but not limited to treadmills, an indoor track, and lots more. There is one major disadvantage: parking is a nightmare. You need a pass or will have to pay through the nose on the meter. Parking passes are expensive and the gym is too. Better if you are a student here and can use the gym free and come using the trax system that has a station only a minute walk away.

Great facility, but PLEASE dont rest on the machines between sets. Let others work in.

One of the best comprehensive life activities facilities Ive ever attended or even heard of.

Mormon dress code is enforced at a public state funded school. The rules are made up by a staff that has no background or interest in fitness. The only reason this gym exists is that it is paid for by student tuition. If this gym had to compete for its business it would not succeed. I spoke with the overweight, uninterested manager after being told my tank top was unacceptable. She just repeated the mormon dress code like it was a recording. I wish this place was run by a more competent and interested management.

This gym is really nice. They have a ton of equipment, and multiples of all the main staple machines that are used frequently. I rarely had to wait for machines.They have way too many cardio machines, which doesnt make sense, considering that campus is minutes from wonderful trails and youll get a cardio workout getting to the gym on that hill any way besides a car.They have personal training options for students, its about $30 a session. Considering most gyms cost that much just to attend, this is a great deal and made a huge difference for me. I was super stressed and dropped a ton of weight while in my major, and was able to get my health back in order, diet on track, and got a decent looking body in a matter of one semester (granted I have a history of fitness before this unhealthy stage).I cant believe I didnt take more advantage of this place. I knew the college had amenities and resources, but this is by far one of the best. Not to mention the rock climbing wall, and pool, and everything else.My one frustration was the locker rooms. All lockers are reserved at the beginning of the semester, so you either need to wait in line at the crack of dawn to purchase one, or you have to go change in there like an idiot hoping you arent blocking someone elses stuff. They should be code locked, so you can just walk in, find an empty one, and use it for the day. I cant tell you how many locks covered in dust I saw there... So frustrating.Overall an amazing amenity though, definitely check it out!

Best fitness facilities

I agree with some other comments on here. The facility itself is generally pretty nice. The rules, however, are completely asinine. Most recently I watched the staff tell multiple people within minute to remove plates and dumbbells from the benches as it might ruin the upholstery. So you probably dont want people sitting on them either then? The rules seem to have been created and instituted by people who dont really understand how gyms work. It can be frustrating.

Free weights section is really cramped. Opening hours are too late. You have to pay to park there.

Incredible pool facility

Nothing makes me more furious than when I am repping out with my boys on a Friday afternoon and a worker tries to tell me that my triple depth cutoff is too low and that I have to change because it could spread disease...? If I cant see EVERY fiber of EVERY muscle that I am making swole af then there is no point of even trying. And newsflash to every worker and manager in this facility, this is a college campus, disease runs through this place like the River Nile so that is NO reason to interrupt my concentration curls

Best rec center in Utah!

On Labor Day 2019 (Monday) hours are: 9am - 8pm

This place is very nice and has numerous services. It can get quite cramped during the school year and some of the guest policies are quite strict. Overall, this gym is very clean and aesthetically pleasing.

Amazing work out facility for students at the U. Not pay to park if you already have a parking pass (which you most likely do) and trax stops pretty close to it. Not too busy in the morning or late in the day can get busy during mid day hours which is expected. Lots of machines, benches, track, pool, climbing wall. Very clean and professional. Easy storage even if you dont have a locker.

There are a few key reasons I came to leave a review:1. Very poor management: many of their systems must go through paper first, they have separate systems that dont communicate so expect to help them commit loads of double entry. Expect the employees to not be on the same page as eachother in terms of hours of operation, policies, and procedures. Expect any necessary interaction with staff to burn 15-30 minutes more than it needs to...2. Hours: hours of operation change constantly without much advanced warning, the pool closes randomly in the middle of the day, they close at 6pm on weekends during the summers and sometimes earlier for other facilities within the gym, its a shame such a nice facility is so poorly managed. They always appear overstaffed too, I bet they could stay open longer without having to up costs if they kept well trained and knowledgeable employees on the same page and didnt overstaff non peak hours.3. Customer service: the students and employees who work here are nice dont get me wrong, but often times clueless about policies and procedures. Multiple times Ive found myself more aware of how to interact with their system than they are. Ive been frustrated by their badging system which thanks to their poor system that starts and ends with paper it took 3 weeks to enter their system (they have a campus wide authentication and single sign on solution, it shouldnt be that hard) and them theyll charge you $5 if you forget your badge...I hope that the university stops squandering this asset and puts someone in charge who will retain qualified employees, manage the facilities, and create systems that waste less time and resourcesPS: students are automatically paying for this with their or tuition and not getting a lot in return.

The hours and facility policies are complete trash. The fact that Im a student and if I forget to bring my U-ID I have to pay to get in even when they have me on file is outrageous. It is just another way for them to bleed me of money even more. Also, it is constantly closed and the hours are incredibly inconvenient. Especially in the summer time when it is only open from 7am-6pm. Many of us have jobs all day and it isnt even open long enough to go workout after our jobs. Trash.

A lot of people are saying this gym is fantastic. Its ok. The hours are weird, which was mentioned. The building itself is weird with a lot of empty space for sitting yet the building crowds equipment into small spaces (e.g. the weight room). I agree with the complaints about parking but the trax drops you off right by the gym.Just like everywhere else in Utah, it is bureaucratic. So expect that.Having said all that, its low cost for those affiliated with the university. It does have a lot of things going on: rock gym, pool, basketball, etc.. I just wish they consulted someone with common sense before building the gym. Then again, maybe there are reasons they built it that idiotic way.

Summary: Overall a great gym, so good I wish it was open more often, longer.Pros: This is an excellent gym with an Olympic sized swimming pool, an smaller pool for kids, a hot tub and outdoor pool; huge basketball and racquetball courts, a rock climbing wall That spans the height of the building, locker rooms on the ground level and bathrooms on every floor, an indoor and outdoor track. The usual equipment like treadmills, stationary bikes, stair master, rowers and the elliptical; as well as some unique items like a ladder climber. Fixed and free weights as well as designated areas for those doing power lifting and squats, bench presses and seated presses. Overall a solid gym.Cons:Lockers: Wish I didnt have to Pay $0.75 to lock something up though. I have my own lock but you are required to rent a locker which comes with a lock. This semester I rented a semester locker for $32.00, but you have to be there early (before 7 am) on the 1st day of the semester to get one because they go fast.Hours: Typically the gym opens at 6 am, personally I wish it would open at 5 am. Hours can be very limited outside of the typical semesters Fall mid August-mid December and Spring mid Januar-mid May. For example for the upcoming MLK holiday, the gym will open at 9 am and close at 8 pm. Outside of semester hours the gym can close as early as 6 pm. On Sundays the gym generally opens later and closes earlier. The busiest time of day is typically between 4 pm - 8 pm.More detail: Free to currently enrolled students who have a Ucard! Employees can sign up for a payroll deducted membership at a negligible $12/pay check, if recall correctly.Architecturally the building is a gorgeous steel and glass structure featuring vibrant red accents (a nod to the school colors), as well as beautiful brick and stone work throughout. On the north side of the building youll find a cozy fireplace as well as large fire pit just outside the main entrances (west side of the building), perfect for warming up during the cold winter months. On the main floor youll find lounge areas and tables near outlets for quiet studying. There is a University credit union branch, outdoor recreation equipment rental shop and a small smoothie and sandwich shop (with limited hours) on this floor.The bottom floor, where the locker rooms, pools, rock climbing wall, racquetball courts, and 2nd set of basketball courts are found; also features a small lounge area with TVs perfect for waiting for a companion while they change in the adjacent locker rooms. There is small service counter on this floor too which sells headphones, hair ties in case you forget one as well as U of U swag. This is also the desk youll visit if you would like to rent a day locker. The 3rd floor, gym area has open cubbys for storage so you dont have to rent a day locker for $0.75, as well as lounge areas and televisions throughout. The 4th floor has a track that circles the entire 4th floor; cardio equipment such as treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals which overlook the lower main gym area, as well as floor matts and open areas where one can stretch or do calisthenic type exercises. There are classrooms and offices throughout the building. Outside youll find a minimalist zero scape motif featuring a plaza made of orange and beige brick, complimented by decorative dessert plants set upon a bed of colorful red rocks as well as picnic tables with umbrellas to block the sun during warmer months.There are a wide variety of classes and events regularly held here; from yoga, intramural basketball, martial arts clubs; to social events like movie nights in the pool.

Same problem as L Mac. I have been wearing a certain cut off for the past year to the life center that I specifically made to abide by their policy. Was never a problem until yesterday. I guess now as of yesterday, they made even stricter rules regarding cutoffs and I was asked to leave or put a sweatshirt on, despite me telling him this was never an issue until now. Wouldnt even let me finish my workout. This place is a joke, which is a shame because it is a nice facility but run by morons.

Heres why I rated it 2/5:Pool: variable hours so you have to plan any swimming in advance or find yourself surprised that its not open.Free weights: not a lot of empty space makes it feel even more crowded. Plenty of benches, but squat racks can be overcrowded and unavailable.Convenience: unless you have a Utah Campus parking pass expect to use public transportation because there is no parking for the gym other than surrounding school lots. Even with a parking pass the parking lots can be crowded during busy hours so good luck finding a spot. Also, dont forget your ID card because they will not look you up, you must purchase a guest pass for $6.00 that can be reimbursed only within 48 hours. If you dont show your card in that time frame you will not get your reimbursement.Cardio: the track upstairs is gimmicky with 8 90-degree angle turns to wrestle through as you complete 1/5.5 of a mile per lap. Really annoying for anyone serious about running. Plenty of machines though.As mentioned above, there is not a lot of empty space but there is a bit of unused space on the west side of the gym with random lounge chairs and tables that are mostly useless. The courts are pretty cool if youre into pickup games. Full disclosure I never use them so I cant really tell much about them.

I hate how nice this building is. It really shows where the university spends your tuition.

Few quirky complaints here and there. My main one is the water pressure in the water fountains. Nothing peeves me more than a water fountain that spits out like a pubescent boy. Restrooms are too small to properly facilitate a gym that can hold over 200 people. They are also rarely cleaned and no paper towels (these are a must at a gym for cuts and bloody noses etc.). My next big complaint is sharing the basketball gym for non-basketball related activities such as: volleyball, badminton, and intramurals. I dont mind the cramped work out spaces, but these are my complaints.

Mostly good. Some of their policies are mega stupid and counterproductive. They have a decent amount of equipment but they need to do a better job at cleaning their locker rooms.

Ive been to a lot of gyms in my time, in the military and out, and this is a good establishment. Should one find themselves a student or on campus then get your butt in and work out here! Multiple floors of every type of exercise style you could want. Yes, the weights area is fair sized, but it doesnt have as many options as other facilities offer. And be wary of the high traffic rate here, it is a campus facility mind you. It is often quite busy and getting the equipment you need can be difficult. The rest of the facility makes up for it however, as you have so many things you can do.

Besides the daily fee to use the lockers, this place is great

Most well equipped gym Ive ever even heard of. Not only is there all the workout equipment you can think of, but theres an area to get food, 5 basketball courts, Olympic sized swimming pool, and lastly you can rent outdoors equipment like ski equipment for quite a while.

Dont listen to the whiny 1-star reviews, those are all dealing with minor issues. Yeah, hours could be better. But so what? This place rocks. It has literally anything you could want. I have been to many university gyms, and the Us is fantastic. A huge open workout room, an indoor track, plenty of cardio machines, a climbing wall, an indoor lap pool, an outside chill pool, an insane amount of sports court space, awesome views, and a great little cafe. If you are giving this place 1-star reviews, you are really reaching on this one.

Logistically horrible design. Most of the other comments explain it. Bathrooms and locker rooms lack proper ventilation so they smell horrible.Dont have areas to drop weights or throw medicine balls. Lockers are next to the pool which makes sense, but the pool is hardly openHours.... Stay open later!

Function follows form.This is a sculpturesque building and you can tell no effort was spared in making it look modern and beautiful. However, that seems like the only design goal. The building is very poorly laid out with tons of wasted space for cavernous hallways that are almost always empty (except when locker sign ups are going, more on that later). The area for the weights and cardio machines seems large but in practice it feels crowded with very few people because there isnt much open floor space. If you just want to do circuit training on the machines or run on a treadmill it is probably fine but if you like to vary your workout or mix a few lifts it is difficult to find space. If you like to run on a track rather than a treadmill you are sure to be disappointed. Who thought that having 6 sharp 90 degree turns on a track and only three lanes was a good idea? You are risking serious knee and ankle injuries if you run at anything faster than an 8 minute per mile pace on the track. Also the number of laps per mile is some mixed decimal that shows no thought was put into its length. You will have lots of space on the track though because most people seem to hate it and avoid using it.The management seems actively hostile to their patrons and their workout goals. They are draconianly restrictive on workout attire. They use silly excuses like superbugs to justify their policy of not allowing tank tops with loose arm holes or bare midriffs but it is just a cover for their Mormon sensibilities with regards to revealing clothing. Also, instead of trying to provide ways for people to do the workouts they want to do management puts up signs to prohibit those workouts. I understand that college students can be difficult to control but if someone wants to do bar rows, wall exercises, or weighted walking lunges minor modifications to the facilities could accommodate those activities but instead a sign goes up. Be super careful with your weights too, setting them down too loudly will get you scolded and will also shake the entire floor because the weight room floor is basically a big drum with inadequate structural support. You really can feel the vibrations from other people working out half the room away and when the train goes by (which happens every 10 minutes) it shakes the entire room.The locker room situation is probably the most glaring issue though (Ive attached a fairly representative picture). They are cramped and very poorly ventilated so it always seems uncomfortably humid. To add to the problem the individual lockers are small and poorly ventilated so good luck getting your towel or sweaty gym clothes to dry before the bacteria populations sky rocket and bring on the funk. Some patrons have tried to hang their towels or clothes over the door of their lockers after their workout to get them to dry faster but of course instead of fixing the real problem management put up another sign forbidding the practice. Good luck hanging up your work/street clothes while you workout too, the lockers are too small to hang a dress shirt so I hope you like wearing a slightly funky, wrinkly shirt to work after the gym. And that is if you can actually get a locker, more likely you are going to have to keep your gym stuff either in your car (which is difficult due to the campus parking situation) or with you through your classes and work day. They seriously underestimated the number of lockers that would be needed and they charge a premium for them if you wait in line and actually manage to get one. Instead they provide open cubbies in the workout area so you can leave your wallet, laptop, car keys, etc. in an easy to steal from location and stuff your work/street clothes in your bag to get wrinkly. They are kind enough to remind you with another sign not to leave valuables in the cubbies though, like you have a choice.This place was designed by and is currently managed by people who have no concept of what it is like to actually use a gym.

Take my preschool class to swim lessons .Staff does an awesome job.

Their dress code policy is ridiculous.

The staff are super nice and helpful, but they are forced to enforce some rediculous rules that don’t make sense for a gym. I’ve been asked to leave for wearing cut off even though I went to all classes wearing it that day. They’ll stop you mid workout to remove “all personal items” from the area. Apparently a hoodie folded under your bench is a danger to yourself and others.The gym is very clean and the equipment is maintained and repaired fast when broken. But the constant enforcement of rediculous rules ruins it for me.

Great gym. Climbing is fun and the wight room is pretty big. I hardly ever have to wait and when I do its only a few minutes.