Welcome to the RecPlex

Stay active, connect with fellow Sharks, and achieve your wellness goals at Nova Southeastern University's state-of-the-art Recreational Complex (RecPlex). This 110,000-square-foot facility boasts a variety of amenities and services, from top-notch fitness equipment to invigorating group exercise classes and refreshing outdoor spaces. Explore this page to discover our comprehensive offerings.

NSU students exercising at the recreational complex

RecPlex Hours of Operation 

Summer Hours of Operation - Effective April 27, 2024

Monday-Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Fall Hours of Operation - Effective August 17, 2024

Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m.

Pool Hours | Monday - Sunday: Dawn to dusk when the RecPlex is open

Rock Wall Hours | Please call (954) 262-7301 to confirm. 

The RecPlex is open on many university holidays. Please call (954) 262-7301 for more information.

RecPlex Holiday Hours & Closures - 2024 / 2025

Labor Day

September 2, 2024

8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Thanksgiving

November 28 and 29, 2024

Closed

Winter Break

December 7, 2024 - December 20, 2024

Saturdays - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sundays - 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Weekdays - 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Winter Closure

December 21, 2024–January 1, 2025

Closed

MLK Day

January 20, 2025

8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Spring Break

TBD

6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Memorial Day

May 26, 2025

Closed

Independence Day 

July 4th, 2025

Closed

 

Located within the NSU Don Taft University Center, the RecPlex offers NSU Sharks and members a number of recreational and wellness offerings, including:

  • State-of-the-art fitness center furnished by Life Fitness
  • Two multipurpose gyms for basketball, volleyball, and special events
  • Group exercise classes ranging from Pilates and spinning to HIIT, yoga, and more
  • Three multipurpose studios to house group exercise and instructional programs
  • Two indoor racquetball courts
  • One convertible squash court
  • An outdoor swimming pool
  • Two-story indoor rock climbing wall
  • Personal fitness training
  • Individual, single-gender saunas
  • Equipment checkout and rental
  • Guest passes
  • Men and women's lockers and showers

 Please Note: Some of these RecPlex services carry an additional fee.

RecPlex members can check out equipment for use in the facility. A valid SharkCard or RecPlex ID is required. All equipment must be returned the same day before the facility closes. Available equipment for checkout includes:

  • Ab Roller
  • Ankle Straps
  • Basketball
  • Badminton Rackets
  • Dip Belt
  • Foam Roller
  • Hang Straps
  • Jump Rope
  • Racquetball Goggles
  • Racquetball Racquets
  • Resistance Bands (light, medium, heavy)
  • Volleyball
  • Weightlifting Belt (small, medium, large)

Lockers

  • Lockers may be rented on a term basis for the purpose of storing personal, fitness related items.
  • Health and safety checks will be conducted on all lockers once a semester.
  • Daily lockers may be used at no additional charge. However, items must be removed by the end of the day. Any items left overnight will be removed and are subject to being discarded.
  • Monthly locker cost is $10 and is renewable on May 1, September 1, and January 1.

Towels

  • Towels are recommended for use in the fitness area.
  • Students and members are encouraged to bring their own towel.
  • Cost is $1 for a sweat towel; $2 for shower towel.
  • Cost is $15 a month for unlimited sweat and shower towels.

We are pleased to offer a complimentary fitness assessment evaluation to each new member that includes a written exercise plan developed based on your current level of fitness and your short-term and long-term goals. A personalized fitness trainer will assist you with your workout and follow-up fitness assessment evaluations are provided to track your progress.

RecPlex members can bring guests with them to use the facility. Current RecPlex members, including NSU students, may bring a maximum of two guests with them each visit. The guest and the member must present themselves to the service desk and complete a guest waiver.

All guests must pay the guest fees:

  • $5 day pass for guests of NSU employees
  • $10 day pass for guests of RecPlex members
  • $25 3-day pass for guests of RecPlex members
  • $40 week pass for guests of RecPlex Members

Please note: 3-day and weekly passes must be used consecutively.

Visit the Policies and Procedures page to learn about facility guidelines, equipment usage, and important safety information. 

View Our Policies and Procedures

 

Printable NSU Campus Map (PDF)

Visitors and guests may park in any open, non-gated lot. There is ample parking to the south and west of the facility.  Parking is fee-based and you may pay by downloading the mobile app as indicated on the signage at each lot. For more information about parking, please visit Public Safety.

Contact Us

Have a question? Give us a call at (954) 262-7301.