Wheeler Recreation Center Athletics & Play
Train, Compete, and Recharge
by Seaside Park
A collegiate 6-lane pool, 3 full multipurpose courts, high-end fitness center, and active intramural leagues—free for all UB students.
Included Facility Amenities
Programs & Activities
Ways to Stay Active Every Day
Strength & Cardio
Modern Fitness Center
Selectorized strength machines, cable crossover stations, squat racks, and comprehensive free-weight circuits.
Open Daily for All Fitness Levels
Campus Leagues
Intramural Sports
Join student leagues in 3v3 and 5v5 basketball, futsal, volleyball, flag football, table tennis, teqball, and pickleball.
Register on IMLeagues as Team or Free Agent
Aquatics
Lap & Open Swimming
Swim morning, midday, or evening laps in our newly upgraded 25-meter collegiate pool supervised by certified lifeguards.
Locker Rooms & Towel Service Available
Group Fitness
Studio Wellness Classes
Instructor-led Vinyasa yoga, high-intensity interval training, group cycling, and mindfulness meditation sessions.
Free Drop-In Classes Throughout the Week
Operational Information
Hours, Policies & Facility Access
Everything you need to know before heading over to Wheeler Recreation Center.
Building Hours & Semester Schedule
Wheeler Recreation Center is open 7 days a week during fall and spring semesters: • Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM • Tuesday, Thursday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM (Early Bird Access) • Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM • Summer & Break Hours: Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Student Access & Purple Card Entry
Admission to Wheeler Recreation Center is completely free for all matriculated UB students, faculty, and staff. Simply tap your active student Purple Card at the front reception desk upon entering. Appropriate athletic footwear and workout attire are required in all fitness areas.
Lockers, Showers & Equipment Loan
Men’s and women’s locker rooms feature day-use lockers, private changing stalls, and showers. Basketballs, volleyballs, soccer balls, pickleball paddles, and table tennis gear can be checked out free of charge at the equipment counter with your student ID.
Intramural Team Sign-Up & IMLeagues Portal
All campus leagues, tournaments, and single-day brackets run through the IMLeagues platform. Create an account with your @bridgeport.edu email to view standings, register with friends, or sign up as a free agent looking for a team.
Wheeler Recreation Center Front Desk
Have questions regarding court reservations, lap swim lanes, or group fitness schedules? Reach out to our recreation staff.