SUMMER 2021 UPDATES--Campus Recreation facilities will be open during the summer, please check out Hours of Operation page for the most up to date schedule.  Group Fitness will be offering in-person, outdoor sessions during the summer, please visit the Summer 2021 page for the schedule.  To stay up to date on our full complement of virtual programming, visit our Virtual Recreation page.  Lastly for current information regarding Campus Recreation check back to the Campus Rec COVID-19 Updates page or our social media platforms.

Questions or concerns please contact, campusrec@temple.edu

General Policies for Outdoor Spaces

• Reservation requests are handled on a first come-first serve basis, and you will be placed on the first available field/court based on the existing schedule at the time of your request.  
• A confirmation email will be sent to patrons to confirm reservation location and time.
  • You will be contacted by a Campus Recreation representative to discuss and confirm your reservation.
• Reservations may only be made, and utilized, by matriculated Temple students, as well as active Temple Faculty & Staff.  
• Please remember to bring your Temple Owlcard with you to show staff when you arrive as part of our check-in process.  
• Please arrive promptly at your reservation start time and check in with Campus Rec staff at area entrance.  Your reservation block is only good for the duration of your request, and will not be adjusted due to a late arrival.
• Please adhere to the university’s guidance on their 4-Pillars of Public Health for COVID-19 prior to coming to your reservation.
  • Face Coverings - Please ensure you are wearing a mask at all times while within an indoor fitness facility.  
    • Face masks are required even while exercising if you can’t maintain 6’ of social distancing.  Please refer to the university protocol document on TUPortal for detailed information on this protocol: Use of Masks or Face Coverings During Exercise.
  • Physical Distancing - Please ensure you are maintaining at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and others within the fitness center.
  • Hand Hygiene - Hand sanitizer, restrooms and locker rooms are all available options for patrons to keep hands clean during your reservation/workout.
  • Personal Health Monitoring - Please be sure to monitor your own health prior to coming to any recreation facility.  If you don’t feel well - please stay home.
• Please be respectful of our reservation blocking system.  Your adherence to your reservation end time is greatly appreciated in order to prep the area for the following reservation block.
• Reservation cancellations can be made at any time and for any reason, including weather.  There are no back-up rain locations for outdoor reservations.  Our staff will work with you to reschedule your reservation.
• Max participants have been set in your reserved space in order to adhere to regulations.  Any additional participants arriving with your group that exceeds the group max will not be permitted access.
• Hand sanitizer will be available on site.  Restroom use will be directed to Pearson/McGonigle Halls.

Activity Policies for Outdoor Spaces

• Please ensure you are utilizing your reserved space based on the approved request intention you submitted.  Accommodations may be made as long as your adjusted activity aligns with our guidelines. 
• Engaging in an activity involves close contact and physical activity with another person is strictly prohibited, and therefore no goals will be made available.  The following is a list of approved activities:
  • Baseball/Softball catch
  • Football Catch
  • Frisbee Catch
  • Soccer (Passing/Dribbling)
  • Workout/Exercise Routine
  • Lacrosse Catch

Geasey Turf Complex

Location:  15th Street and Polett Walk

Geasey Turf Complex is a 147,000 sqaure foot lighted, mutli-sport turf field.  Geasey Turf is utilized by Intramurals and Sport Clubs.  Click here for information on reserving time at Geasey Turf.

Sand Volleyball Court

CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19

Location: 15th and Norris Streets

For questions on any outdoor facilities please contact Chris Hopkins, Associate Director for Facilities, at chopkins@temple.edu