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Recreational Services

Welcome to Big Red Rec!

Cornell Recreational Services ('Big Red Rec') provides facilities, programs and educational opportunities for the Cornell Community to promote healthy lifestyles.

Fitness Centers - Know before you go!

Athletically appropriate attire. No jeans. Clean and dry footwear. No photography.

Learn more about policies and procedures for the Cornell Fitness Centers to ensure you can safely, comfortably, and considerately workout!

Latest Announcements

Membership Portal - Web Access

Starting Wednesday, October 8, access to our membership portal will be limited to users connected through the Cornell network or a Cornell VPN.  If you have any questions, please contact us at fitness@cornell.edu or stop by 319 Helen Newman Hall. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Toni Morrison Fitness Center Reopening Saturday October 4, 2025

The Toni Morrison Fitness Center will reopen with its regular academic year hours on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Please note that the facility will close again for additional repairs and maintenance from Thursday, October 9, 2025, through Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Group Fitness Updates

Join our team!  Information for qualified Fitness Instructors.

Information on how to become a qualified Fitness Instructor online!