Harvard Recreation

Harvard Recreation Official Facebook of Harvard Recreation, a division of Harvard Athletics Visit recreation.gocrimson.com for more information.

Harvard Recreation provides fitness facilities and programming to the Harvard Community, with group exercise, personal training, and much more.

05/11/2026

you don’t have 30 minutes to work out because you saw this video. be sure to visit our website for all updates. best of luck on finals!

Come celebrate the students who make Harvard Recreation what it is. 🏆Join us Tuesday, May 5 from 1–3 PM in Lavietes Quad...
05/01/2026

Come celebrate the students who make Harvard Recreation what it is. 🏆

Join us Tuesday, May 5 from 1–3 PM in Lavietes Quad for our annual Intramural & Club Sport Celebration. We’ll be recognizing our club and intramural student-athletes with end-of-year awards, food trucks, giveaways, and a chance to show some love for an incredible year of teamwork, competition, and campus recreation.

Whether you played, cheered, coached, worked behind the scenes, or just want to support your friends, we’d love to see you there.

📍 Lavietes Quad
📅 Tuesday, May 5
⏰ 1–3 PM
🎉 Food trucks, giveaways + student-athlete awards

Harvard Recreation, Harvard Intramurals, Harvard Club Sports, student athletes, campus recreation, end of year celebration, Harvard student life

04/09/2026

throwback to last years walk along fresh pond. join us to touch some grass - and find beauty in your own backyard. 🪾🎋 sign up with the flyer on our homepage.

POV: you’ve been saying “I need to touch grass” for 3 weeks straight and Harvard Rec finally called your bluff.April 15....
04/08/2026

POV: you’ve been saying “I need to touch grass” for 3 weeks straight and Harvard Rec finally called your bluff.

April 15. Fresh Pond. The whole loop. It’s 2.5 miles of flat, paved path around a reservoir that looks like it belongs in a screensaver. You won’t need hiking boots. You won’t need a Clif bar. You might need sunscreen but let’s be honest you’re not going to bring it.

They’re meeting at the Soch. You can bring your friends, your roommate, the person from your section you’ve been meaning to talk to outside of class. Or just show up solo and walk next to someone who also doesn’t want to be in Lamont right now.
It’s free. It’s easy. It’s the most outdoorsy thing you’ll do all semester and it’s literally a walk around a pond.

Scan the QR code on the flyer before spots fill up.

One week into the first-year experience, we’re looking back at how it started: First-Year IM Dodgeball on day one. Sorte...
04/06/2026

One week into the first-year experience, we’re looking back at how it started: First-Year IM Dodgeball on day one. Sorted into their Houses and thrown straight into the action, first-year students got an immediate introduction to intramural sports, campus recreation, team bonding, and the kind of student life energy that makes the start of the semester unforgettable. The annual dodgeball tournament brought competition, house pride, big reactions, and just the right amount of chaos as new teammates hit the court and got their first taste of college recreation. Between the instant team spirit, the fast throws, and the early rivalries, First-Year IMs set the tone for university intramurals and new student activities all semester long.

It’s officially Housing Day eve - and this year is one for the books. That means by Saturday, you’ll already know your H...
03/27/2026

It’s officially Housing Day eve - and this year is one for the books. That means by Saturday, you’ll already know your House, and what better way to break in your new home than by throwing dodgeballs for its honor?

Harvard Recreation and the DSO are hosting an Intramural Dodgeball Tournament on Saturday, March 28 from 2–6 PM at Lavietes Pavilion. Whether you’re repping , , , .house , , , , , , , , or this is your first chance to show out for your House. Not to mention an additional 35 points to the Straus cup, which can definitely change up some rankings. 👀

Freshmen, this is your initiation. Upperclassmen, this is your chance to welcome them properly. Rally your hallmates, paint your faces, and get loud. The tournament follows official dodgeball rules, all students are welcome to play or spectate, and there’s free refreshments for everyone.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to fill out the interest form and lock in your spot. Represent your House. Bring the energy. See you on the court 💪

03/09/2026

Lights down. Music up. Pedals moving. 🎧🚴‍♀️

Our Live DJ Cycle Party turned the studio into a full-on workout rave as riders powered through climbs, sprints, and beats mixed live by DJ Chuby while instructor Ruby kept the energy high from the front of the room.

From the first drop to the final sprint, the room was packed with rhythm, sweat, and serious community energy.

Missed it this time? Don’t worry…we’re just getting warmed up.

Our Annual Skate Party is officially a wrap ⛸️❄️Harvard Recreation brought the community together for a night on the ice...
02/20/2026

Our Annual Skate Party is officially a wrap ⛸️❄️

Harvard Recreation brought the community together for a night on the ice filled with laughs, a few wobbly first laps, and a lot of “okay wait this is so fun.” Whether you were gliding confidently or holding onto the barrels (no judgment), the rink was packed with great energy and even better company.

Huge thanks to everyone who showed up and made it what it is every year. This is a reminder that recreation at Harvard isn’t just about lifting or logging miles. It’s about community.

Missed it? Don’t worry. We’ve got more events coming. Stay tuned.

This is your sign to TRI something new…The Group Exercise Triathlon is back and this is your chance to shake up your rou...
02/16/2026

This is your sign to TRI something new…

The Group Exercise Triathlon is back and this is your chance to shake up your routine in the best way. Not just more movement, but new movement. The class you’ve been curious about. The format you’ve never tried. The one that pushes you just a little outside your comfort zone.

Here’s the challenge:
24 classes.
3 categories.
6 weeks to finish strong.

You’ll complete 8 Strength, 8 Cardio, and 8 Mind/Body classes earning a sticker for each one (and yes, bonus classes mean bonus stickers 👀). Once your card is full, grab another and keep going.

Registration opens February 16.
Training log pickup begins February 25.
The challenge kicks off March 2.

Everyone who finishes earns a prize & top finishers earn even more

New season. New energy. New goals.
Try something new. Move more. Finish strong 💪

Puppy love met mindful movement at our recent Dog Yoga class here at Harvard Recreation 🐾🧘‍♀️Led by instructor , this s...
02/09/2026

Puppy love met mindful movement at our recent Dog Yoga class here at Harvard Recreation 🐾🧘‍♀️

Led by instructor , this special session brought together gentle yoga flows, intentional breathwork, and plenty of joyful interruptions from . Nothing beats grounding stretches to moments of laughter when Sasha decided it was time for extra snuggles (or a game of fetch mid-pose), and the energy in the room was everything we love about Harvard Recreation…welcoming, playful, and deeply human.

Dog Yoga was held as part of Harvard Recreation’s continued commitment to encouraging holistic wellness within the Harvard student body, faculty, staff, and surrounding community. Not only did we want to offer classes that helped folks move their body and de-stress, we wanted to create spaces that fostered community!

Thank you to everyone that joined us for this paw-sitively amazing event and stayed curious as Sasha explored every inch of our mezzanine. Keep an eye out for more wellness opportunities, yoga classes, and fitness events in the future!

Kick off your week with movement, connection, and something new 💪🎾🏊‍♂️Harvard Recreation is bringing two can’t-miss even...
01/27/2026

Kick off your week with movement, connection, and something new 💪🎾🏊‍♂️

Harvard Recreation is bringing two can’t-miss events to campus TOMORROW whether you’re looking to level up your fitness, get placed in the right swim class, or meet our newest tennis pro.

✨ Meet the Rec Team: Fitness & Swim Instructors + Swim Class Assessments
📍 MAC | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
Meet members of our fitness team and swim instructors, ask questions, and learn more about personal training and swim class options. Swim levels will be assessed on-site so students can be placed into the appropriate class.
👉 Bring a bathing suit if you’d like to be assessed. Snacks, swag, and drinks provided.

🎾 Meet the Tennis Pro
📍 Murr Tennis Courts | ⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM
Come meet our new Recreational Tennis Pro, Eli Goldstein, preview his Cardio Tennis class, and learn what recreational tennis has to offer.
👉 Bring your own racquet and scan the QR code to register.

Whether you’re brand new to the gym, getting back into a routine, or just curious about what Harvard Rec offers — this is your chance to meet the people, try something new, and get moving.

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Malkin Athletic Center 39 Holyoke Street
Cambridge, MA
02138

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