Rentals & Reservations

The Marshall Recreation Center boasts a 123,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility used for a variety of purposes and events. Amenities of the facility include an Aquatic Center, Outdoor Pursuits Center with climbing wall, track, fitness floors, and more. The Recreation Center offers a variety of rentals for businesses and individuals wishing to host an event in our unique facility. Rent the Rec for your event!

Henderson Center Pool Reservation Request

Birthday Parties

With a rock climbing wall, gymnasium, turf field and Aquatic Center, the Rec is the perfect place to hold a unique birthday celebration! Birthday Party Policies Packet

Business Meetings

Make your next keynote presentation one to remember in our projector and screen equipped rooms. Meetings can take place in our Fitness Studios or Wellness Classroom to best suit your needs. Chairs and tables are provided.

Anniversary & Holiday Parties

Whether you are celebrating a business anniversary or hosting the office Christmas party, the Rec can take your event to the next level. Our facility can accommodate small gatherings as well as large-scale celebrations with ease.

Tailgates

Held in Studios A/B and overlooking the Joan C. Edwards football stadium, a tailgate at the Rec is perfect for cheering on the Thundering Herd in any season.

After Hour Rentals

The Marshall University Recreation Center is available for lock-ins, after-prom events, and other after-hours functions. For a minimum of three hours, schools, churches, and other groups will have exclusive use of general spaces, including four basketball courts, the lobby, racquetball courts, and Studio C.

• Base Rental Fee: $1,500 for basic spaces (includes access for up to 250 participants, including chaperones).
• Additional Participants: Groups exceeding 250 participants will incur an additional $3 per-person fee and may require extra staffing costs.
• Additional Spaces: Climbing wall, pool, and other room spaces can be reserved for exclusive use at an additional cost. These fees include staffing for those areas.
• Pro Shop: Available upon request; staffing costs apply.
• Chaperone Requirement: One chaperone for every 10 participants under the age of 18 is required.
• Police Attendance: Groups requiring police presence will be billed at the current MU Police hourly rate.

Rental Options

Marshall University Recreation Center facility rentals are customizable with options and add-ons to make your event stress free and convenient. Some of these options include:

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