We will be going to West Branch State Park for a beginner-friendly stand up paddleboard float. There is beautiful scenery, wildlife, and fresh air to take in while on the water. We will provide introduction to paddleboarding before we get on the water, going over lake safety, paddling strokes & more!
Date & Time: Sunday, Aug. 24 and Saturday, Sept. 13 from 2 - 5 p.m.
Location: West Branch State Park - meet at the SRWC
Cost: $30 Students, $35 Non-students
All aquatics certifications are taught by American Red Cross-certified instructors. Please note that participation in a certification class does not guarantee certification. All skills related to the certification must be properly demonstrated (as defined by course outline) in order to receive certification. Participants must successfully complete all skills and score an 80% or better on each written test in order to be certified. Certificates will be emailed as a PDF from the American Red Cross within 10 days of completion of the class. Class will start promptly at the designated time.
Ready to jazz things up? All That Jazz is a 4-part workshop series where each class explores a different jazz dance style - bringing variety, musicality, and flair to your dance journey. From the theatrical charm of Broadway Jazz to the fierce energy of Jazz Funk, this series invites you to step outside your comfort zone, discover new grooves, and build a strong technical foundation along the way. Whether you’re new to jazz or a seasoned dancer looking to spice up your repertoire, each class is designed to be welcoming, fun, and full of bold movement and self-expression.
New kayakers can come learn kayaking skills. Participants may bring their own boats via the loading dock stairs and back entrance as long as the boats are FULLY CLEANED before entering the pool. If you don’t own a boat, one will be provided for you to use. Contact adventurecenter@kent.edu with any questions. Pre-registration IS REQUIRED by the Wednesday before each program.
Date & Time: Thursdays, Aug. 21 - Dec. 4 from 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: SRWC Lap pool
Cost: $7
This two-and-a-half hour program covers the basics of indoor climbing including equipment, bouldering, top rope climbing, and belaying with an ATC and Gri-gri device. This program sets up an individual with no prior experience to take our belay test which is required when purchasing a climbing wall membership.
Date & Time: Every other Mondays & Thursdays, Aug. 18 - Dec. 4 from 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Location: SRWC Climbing Wall
Cost:$4
This trip will be held locally on the Cuyahoga River. We will meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (or you can meet us at Kramer Fields-just let us know ahead of time!) From there, we will paddle to Brust Park in Munroe Falls. We will then take the shuttle back to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. A staff member will be with you on the water for the entire trip. The trip is 4.0 miles long, is beginner friendly, and no prior experience is needed.
Dates and Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Aug. 30 and Nov. 15
Cost: Student $275, Member $300, Non-member $325
New kayakers can come learn kayaking skills. Participants may bring their own boats via the loading dock stairs and back entrance as long as the boats are FULLY CLEANED before entering the pool. If you don’t own a boat, one will be provided for you to use. Contact adventurecenter@kent.edu with any questions. Pre-registration IS REQUIRED by the Wednesday before each program.
Date & Time: Thursdays, Aug. 21 - Dec. 4 from 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: SRWC Lap pool
Cost: $7
This two-and-a-half hour program covers the basics of indoor climbing including equipment, bouldering, top rope climbing, and belaying with an ATC and Gri-gri device. This program sets up an individual with no prior experience to take our belay test which is required when purchasing a climbing wall membership.
Date & Time: Every other Mondays & Thursdays, Aug. 18 - Dec. 4 from 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Location: SRWC Climbing Wall
Cost:$4
College Late Night Skates are Wednesday nights at the KSU Ice Arena for Kent State college students with a current college ID. Guests may accompany a KSU college student, but must be 18 years of age or older and have an ID.
Cost is $5 (includes skate rental)
No cash payments at the Skate Rental and Concession counters.
CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PAYMENT ONLY (Visa, MC, Discover)
Guests must be accompanied by a current KSU Student.
College Skate Night admission sales will begin 30-minutes prior to the session start time.
