Inclusive Recreation

Are you a Recreation & Wellbeing Member from an underserved population, such as individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC, or those from other marginalized groups? Are you interested in learning more about adaptive movement, inclusive exercise, and equitable wellness opportunities? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Recreation & Wellbeing is committed to creating safe and welcoming spaces throughout the RSF by enhancing accessibility, accommodations, and programs for all students, regardless of ability, identity, or background.

Sign up below for a brief orientation to explore the RSF, including our [adaptive] workout equipment, fitness studios and inclusive recreation programs.

Schedule a Session

In-person tours are back! Email inclusive.rec@berkeley.edu.  

What You Will Receive

• 45-minute appointment session guided by our Inclusive Recreation Coordinator
• A personal tour of the facility
• Information about the various adaptive equipment
• An overview of the inclusive programs available to you
• Get information on free Personal Training Opportunities

Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, meet a new friend, or get a workout in before a class, our climbing wall has been designed to lower the barriers to entry into this up-and-coming sport. We offer equipment rentals, beginner climber classes, and events free of charge. Adaptive climbing events and one on one consultation are also available. 

Register for Adaptive Climbing sessions and explore more of our Adventures programs. Embark on your next journey today! Reach out to us at adventures@berkeley.edu or inclusive.rec@berkeley.edu for more information. 

RecWell offers a discounted membership for UC Berkeley faculty, staff, retirees, or alumni with disabilities. For information on applying, contact the Inclusive Recreation Coordinator, at inclusive.rec@berkeley.edu. We require documentation of disability from your health care provider to verify your eligibility for an Inclusive Rec Membership.

Non-Member Aide Facility Access

Recreation & Wellbeing members with disabilities are welcome to bring a non-member aide to assist with gym equipment and facilities access. When checking in, you must inform the Front Desk staff that a non-member aide accompanies you so they can be given access. Non-member aides are not permitted to use gym equipment or facilities except as required to assist the member. If a non-member aide does want to use the gym equipment, they can speak to the front desk about membership. 

If non-member aides are found using equipment, they will be asked to leave.

The Student Recreation and Opportunity Fund (SROF) helps reduce financial barriers to recreation and wellness opportunities by providing eligible UC Berkeley students with up to $200 per semester toward one RecWell program or offering.

The fall 2026 SROF application window closed on August 28 at 12 p.m. We received a high volume of requests, and the funding available for fall 2026 is expected to be fully allocated through applications that have already been received.

We encourage you to continue exploring RecWell programs available at the discounted student rate, as well as free opportunities such as group fitness classes and equipment rentals at the UC Aquatic Center.