Rec Membership Updated

Sumers Recreation Center memberships are available to all members of the Washington University community, including students, faculty, staff, retirees, alumni, as well as their college dependents and/or spouses or partners. Members with a WashU ID will use it to access facilities and services. Those without a WashU ID, such as alumni, retirees and spouses/partners, will be issued an access card

MEMBERSHIP DURATIONS:
MONTHLY: valid for 1 month from the date of purchase.
SEMESTER: valid August 1 through December 31 (Fall) or January 1 through May 31 (Spring).
SUMMER: valid the day after Spring Commencement through the Friday before the start of the Fall Semester.
ANNUAL: valid for 365 days from the date of purchase.
DAY PASS: valid for operating hours on the day it's claimed.
5 DAY COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL: A one-time five-day complimentary trial membership is available to all staff, faculty, retirees, alumni and part-time students that have not previously purchased a membership. Request a five-day complimentary trial membership at the Sumers Rec membership desk.

*Automatic access to recreation facilities is provided to students that pay the Danforth Campus Health and Wellness Fee; WashU students who do not qualify for Automatic Access are eligible to purchase a membership at the Part-Time/Non Fee-Paying Student rate. Click HERE for more detailed information on all student fees.
** Spouse/Partner Membership and College Dependent Membership must be sponsored by a WashU student, faculty/staff, basic services contractor, retiree or alumni.

ALUMNI:
At Washington University in St. Louis (WashU), alumni members are granted access to the university's recreational facilities only upon completion of a degree. This policy ensures that access to the recreational center is reserved for individuals who have been formally affiliated with the university through academic achievement. By restricting access to alumni who have earned a degree, WashU maintains a supportive environment for current students while still providing opportunities for graduates to stay connected to the university community and its resources.

SPOUSE/PARTNER MEMBERSHIPS:
Any spouse or partner that resides at the same address as a WashU student, faculty/staff, basic services contractor, or retiree is eligible to purchase a membership. For an alumni spouse/partner enrollment, the alumni sponsor must have an active membership. To enroll in a membership, the WashU "sponsor" must accompany the spouse/partner to the Sumers Rec Center and provide official documentation demonstrating shared residency and relationship. Proof of relationship is a legal or financial document. (Examples of proof of relationship: marriage license, voided checks from a joint checking account). Spouse/partner members will be issued an access card they must present at the entrance during each visit. Renewals for spouse/partner memberships must be made in person at the member services desk inside the Sumers Rec Center.

COLLEGE DEPENDENT MEMBERSHIPS:
This membership is for individuals currently enrolled at a different college or university but residing at the same address as a WashU affiliate, such as a professional student, faculty/staff member, basic services contractor, retiree, or alumni. In the legal sense, a "dependent" refers to someone who relies on another person, typically for financial support, such as a child or household member. For this membership, the dependent must live with and rely on the WashU affiliate for residency purposes.

To enroll, the WashU sponsor must accompany the dependent to the Sumers Rec Center and provide documentation proving they share the same residence. The dependent must also show a valid student ID from their institution. After enrollment, the dependent will receive an access card, which must be presented at each visit. Membership renewals must be made in person at the member services desk inside the Sumers Rec Center.
ELIOT SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT:
As part of your Eliot Society membership, you may be eligible for complimentary access to the Sumers Recreation Center. The recreation membership cannot be established at the Recreation center and must be requested via the Eliot Society. To request this benefit or for more information, please visit the Eliot Society Benefits Request Form.
GUEST PASSES:
Sumers Recreation Center members may purchase passes for guests at the rate of $10 per day, per person. Guest passes are valid for the operating hours of the day they are activated. There is a limit of three guests per day for each member. Please note that all guests must be at least 18 years old. A sponsoring member must accompany each guest and must present a photo ID at the entrance during each visit to the facility. Members will be held responsible for guest actions. All guests must remain in the immediate activity area within sight and sound of the sponsoring member while using the Recreation Center.
Anyone eligible for membership may purchase a one (1) day pass with their WashU ID Card without needing a sponsor. This is to be utilized by the WashU ID holder.
A daily guest pass may be used to gain access to all recreation services and facilities, is non-transferable, and is valid until closing on the day it's claimed.
Guest(s) are not eligible to participate in Intramurals or register for trips/workshops.
Guest(s) are eligible to participate in a Group Fitness Class (if space allows).
Sponsors are responsible for the conduct of their guest(s) and are subject to suspension/termination from facilities and programs if their guest(s) conduct warrants disciplinary action.
Refunds are up to the discretion of Recreation Services staff and will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
DAY USE LOCKERS
There are more than 100 small day-use lockers spread over three locations in the Sumers Recreation center: in the Sumers Fitness Center, the Rec Courts and in the northeast alcove off the Elevated Track. Additionally, there are full-size day-use lockers available in the men's and women's Rec Locker Rooms located on Level 1 of the Athletic Complex. Members must provide their own locks.
LOCKER RENTALS
Lockers are available for long-term rental in the men's and women's rec locker rooms located on Level 1 of the Athletic Complex. Locks will be provided to accompany rented lockers.
Long-term locker rentals can be made at the Sumers Rec Center front desk.

SEMESTER (AUGUST 1 – DECEMBER 31 OR JANUARY 1 – MAY 1)
Half: $25 | Large: $35 | XL: $40
Due to potential maintenance impacting the accessibility of our recreation locker rooms during summer ‘26, we are currently only renting lockers for fall and spring semester terms.
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PAYENT OPTIONS:
IN PERSON: Memberships can be purchases at the Sumers Rec membership desk using a credit/debit card or Bear Bucks. Cash and checks are not accepted. You must have your WashU ID or a photo ID.

ONLINE: Anyone with a WUSTL Key can purchase a membership in the online rec store using a credit/debit card.

PAYROLL DEDUCTION: WashU faculty and staff who commit to an annual membership can pay through a monthly payroll deduction. Payroll deductions will be made in monthly installments of $27.50 for the first eight months of the 12-month membership. Enroll in payroll deduction in person or online.
REFUND POLICY:
For "paid in full" memberships, a pro-rated refund is available; however, it incurs a 25 percent administrative fee. For payroll deduction memberships, a refund request will simply result in the termination of any future payroll deductions--there will be no reinstatement of past deductions. An administrative fee of 25 percent will be applied to refunds for products or services in cases where an exception is granted. To request any refund, please email rec@wustl.edu.
MINORS/UNDERAGE DEPENDENTS POLICY:
Dependents under the age of 18 are not eligible for membership. For both risk management and accessibility reasons, minors are not permitted access to indoor activity spaces or Francis Field/Bushyhead Track.

PARKING:There is no parking exclusively reserved for the Sumers Recreation Center; however, there are several nearby parking options available to members. Lot 31 — the surface lot directly in front of the Sumers Rec Center, and Snow Way Garage are the most proximal options. In all surface lots, including Lot 31, general space parking is enforced weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., while red spaces are enforced 24/7. All vehicles are eligible to park in general spaces during weekdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., or anytime on the weekends. During weekday enforcement hours, guests without permits can park in the visitor spaces in the Snow Way Garage for a fee (see below chart for fees). Parking in Snow Way Garage is free on the weekends. Guests are encouraged to carefully read posted signage before parking anywhere on campus in order to avoid being ticketed. The WashU Office of Recreation does not have the authority to forgive parking citations. There is also plenty of bicycle parking next to the Sumers Rec Center and the U City-Big Bend Metrolink stop is only a five-minute walk from the Sumers Rec Center entrance.