Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What are the building hours?
Fall & Spring Hours:
| Monday - Thursday | 6:30am - 12:00am |
| Friday | 6:30am - 10:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am - 7:00pm |
| Sunday | 1:00pm - 10:00pm |
Hours are subject to change. For break hours & holiday hours, please check the main page
What do I need to bring with me to workout?
All students need to bring with them is their activated Bearkat One Card. If students want to workout in the weight room, they must also have a workout towel. Basketball, racquetball rackets & other sports equipment can be checked out on a daily basis with the Bearkat One Card also. We also sell various sports equipment, drinks, workout towels & other paraphernalia if students wish to purchase such items.
How much does it cost to participate?
Students can workout, swim in the pool, join a group fitness class, or play intramurals for Free! Your recreational sports fee covers your cost for these activities.
How much does it cost to participate without being a student?
Recreational Sports Pricing
Aquatics
Rates:
|
Daily Guest Pool Pass |
$5 ( $3 Memorial Day- Labor Day) |
|
Summer Family Pool Pass |
$165.00 Memorial Day - Labor Day |
~Pool access is included in membership fee
Outdoors
Climbing Rates:
Day Pass:
|
Student |
$2.00 |
|
Student (gear included) |
$5.00 |
|
Faculty and Staff (gear included) |
$5.00 |
|
Guest (gear included) |
$5.00 |
Semester Pass:
|
Student |
$10.00 |
|
Student (gear included) |
$20.00 |
|
Faculty and Staff (gear included) |
$20.00 |
|
Guest (gear included) |
$30.00 |
* Rentals are free anytime climbing at the wall is free.
Climbing Clinics:
|
Climbing Movement Workshop |
Free |
|
Top Rope Belay Clinic |
$5.00 |
|
Lead Climbing Clinic |
$5.00 |
Group Climbing Rates:
|
SHSU Group |
$5 per person for 2 hours |
|
Non SHSU Group |
$10 per person for 2 hours |
|
20+ People |
$100 per hour variable |
Climbing is a safe, fun way to get to know people, establish teamwork and build self confidence. If your organization would like to rent the wall, please contact the Outdoor Recreation department at (936) 294-3656.
Gear Rental Rates:
|
Item |
Daily Rate |
Weekend Rate |
Break Rate |
|
Tents |
5.00 |
$10.00 |
$25.00 |
|
Sleeping Bag |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$15.00 |
|
Ensolite Pad |
$2.00 |
$4.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Stove |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Lantern |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Backpack |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$15.00 |
|
Ice Chest |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Canoe (with gear) |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
$30.00 |
|
Kayak (with gear) |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
$30.00 |
|
Paddle |
$2.00 |
$4.00 |
$10.00 |
|
PFD |
$2.00 |
$4.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Throw Bag |
$2.00 |
$4.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Climbing Helmet |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Climbing Shoes |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Water Cooler |
$3.00 |
$5.00 |
$10.00 |
~ There is a $5.00 fee for each wet item returned.
Informal Recreation
|
Recreational Sports Center & Swimming Pool |
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DAILY |
SEMESTER |
SUMMER |
YEARLY |
|
|
Continuing Student* |
NA |
NA |
$100.00 |
NA |
|
|
Student Spouse |
$5.00 |
$175.00 |
$175.00 |
$500.00 |
|
|
Faculty/Staff Spouse |
$5.00 |
$175.00 |
$175.00 |
$500.00 |
|
|
Young Adult Pass** |
NA |
NA |
$130.00 |
NA |
|
|
Guest*** |
$5.00 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
|
Conference Pass |
$5 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
|
Alumni (Century Club) |
NA |
NA |
NA |
$500.00 |
|
|
Spouse of Alumnus** |
NA |
NA |
NA |
$300.00 |
|
|
Family Facility Membership***** |
NA |
$250.00 |
$250.00 |
$730.00 |
|
|
Retired Facility and Staff |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
|
|
Spouse of Retired Facility/Staff |
$5.00 |
$175.00 |
$175.00 |
$500.00 |
|
|
Family Pool Pass |
NA |
NA |
$165.00 Memorial Day - Labor Day |
|
|
|
Daily Pool Pass |
$5 ( $3 Memorial Day- Labor Day) |
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Fitness
Personal Trainers Rates:
Please see the Personal Training page for updated information.





