Special Events and News
We're Hiring!
Become a Mason Rec Customer Service Assistant! CSAs work part-time with flexible hours right here on campus in one of Mason Rec's three facilities. Apply now to become part of Mason Recreation and join a new network of opportunities!
Apply before Mar 15th via Handshake and attend the hiring event on April 27th. You must apply on Handshake (Job #8596119) to attend the Hiring Event.
Mason Open
The 2024 Mason Open Golf Tournament will take place on May 3 at Twin Lakes Golf Course! This is a great opportunity for golf enthusiasts to participate in a friendly competition for exciting prizes and be a part of a vibrant community event.
Register here!
Get the help you deserve with TimelyCare
Mason students have FREE access to TimelyCare, the virtual mental health and well-being platform made for you! TimelyCare is available to students 24/7 - 365 days a year (even during break periods).
Find out more here
Health and Fitness Expo
Join interactive activities, hands-on demonstrations, a cooking demonstration, fitness instruction, challenges and a Red Cross Blood Drive! Register today and join us to win door prizes and giveaways!
- Date: March 20th
- Time: 10 am - 2 pm
- Location: Dewberry Hall
Register for this event here!
Fitness
Fitness Tip: Think about a sport or activity you would like to try out and look for clubs or classes in your area. Most gyms hold regular classes which should help keep you motivated to keep the activity up.
Swift and Cycles: Themed Cycling at the AFC
Get your heart rate up as you ride along to Taylor Swift’s hits. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, this is perfect for everyone looking to make their Fitness Era a blast!
- Date: March 11th
- Time: 12:15 pm
- Location: AFC Cycling Studio
No need to register, just walk in!
Group Fitness
Start the new semester right! Join a group fitness class like Zumba, Yoga Cycling, Bootcamp, Pilates, Barre, HIIT, and much more!
Click here to view our fall group fitness schedule!
Patriot Weights
Begin your exercise journey with our training session designed to grow your foundational knowledge.
- Date: March 13th
- Time: 3 pm - 4 pm
- Location: Skyline
Register for Patriot Weights here.
Free In-Body Friday
In body scanning is a non-invasive and fast body composition analysis tool for students, faculty and community members. Take advantage of this tool for free on the first Friday of each month.
- Date: March 1st
- Location: AFC
Learn more here!
Well-Being
What the Health Podcast
Tune in to the What the Health podcast, where we discuss all things health and well-being! Learn more about how you can make the most use of all the holistic health resources GMU offers right here!
Have a topic you want to hear about? Tell us here!
Fun Fridays @ the RAC
Take the chance to relax, have fun and build connections. Enjoy free food, play giant games like Connect 4, UNO and checkers and make new friends!
- Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- Location: Overlook at the RAC
- Dates: March 15th
Register for Fun Friday here!
Leading Through Reading
This month, we will share thoughts, comments, and feelings on 'The Lost Art of Listening, Second Edition: How Learning to Listen Can Improve Relationships' by Michael Nichols.
- Date: Tue, Mar 12th
- Time: 11:30am to 1:00pm
- Location: Overlook at the RAC
Register for Leading Through Reading here.
The "Now What" Series
Many students begin their college experience and wonder...“Now What?” To answer that question for SO MANY topics, we have created this hands on learning series.
- March 18th - I have a flat bike tire, Now what?
- March 28th - I've decided I want to live healthily, Now what?
Aquatics
Group Swim Lessons for All!
Build your basic aquatic and water safety skills/concepts so that you can feel safe and confident in the water! You will be taught in a welcoming and comfortable environment where you can progress at your own pace, and where every milestone is celebrated!
Learn more about our Group Swim classes here!
Intramural Sports
IM Season 2
Compete in Table Tennis, Outdoor Soccer, Volleyball, Pickleball, and Flag Football this semester.
Registration open till March 19th
Register now on IMLeagues!
We have FREE scrimmage nights on the following dates:
- 6v6 Volleyball - Tuesday, March 12 from 7:00-11:30pm @ the GMU Fieldhouse7v7
- Flag Football - Thursday, March 14 from 7:00-11:30pm @ West Campus Field 4
- 11v11 Soccer - Wednesday, March 20 from 7:00-11:30pm @ RAC Field
- 11v11 Soccer - Thursday, March 21 from 7:00-11:30pm @ RAC Field
Tournaments @ Corner Pocket
Join our one-day FIFA 24 and Billiards Tournaments at the Corner Pocket!
- Date: Mar 22nd
- Time: 4 PM - 7 PM
- Location: Corner Pocket @ the Hub
Learn how to register here!
Outdoor Adventures
Off-Road Biking at Lake Accotink
Join us for a Beginner Friendly Off-Road Biking trip to Lake Accotink! No prior off-road biking experience is necessary!
Register here!