Facility Hours - NMU Rec Sports

Summer 2026 Pool Hours (June 1-August 21)

• Monday-Friday: 11am-1pm
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed 

Pool Closure Dates

• May 1- May 31 (Annual Shutdown & Maintenance) 
• July 3 

NMU Rec Sports will be permanently closing the sauna facilities located within the PEIF’s locker rooms, effective May 5, 2026.

This decision follows a comprehensive evaluation of the saunas’ operating and safety conditions. While the saunas have been a popular amenity, ongoing concerns and incidents related to them have made it increasingly difficult to ensure a safe, clean, and secure environment.

Over time, the saunas have experienced significant wear and now require extensive repairs estimated to cost $50,000 to $100,000. Northern has prioritized using any available rec sports funds toward maintaining and enhancing other core programs and spaces that have the potential to benefit a larger portion of the NMU student and campus community.

In addition, staff have responded to multiple health and safety incidents in the saunas, including medical emergencies and misuse of the space such as unauthorized access and inappropriate behavior.

NMU Rec Sports remains committed to offering a wide range of programs, services, and facilities that support the health and well-being of our campus community, and we’d be happy to review those with individuals, as needed. Email recsport@nmu.edu or call 906-227-2519 to set up an appointment.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we prioritize how to provide the most positive recreational sports experience for all.

**Equipment Rentals can ONLY be checked out during hours listed below.
***Parents bringing their kids to kids climb need to have a membership or buy a day pass to be in the rec facility. Even if they are just watching their kid climb. Individuals wishing to utilize the facility on their own must be at least 14 years of age. Youth members age 12-14 that are a part of a family membership or have an individual year long membership may be in the facility without a parent present. Individuals under age 12 must have a parent (guardian over age 18) present at all times with them in the facility, regardless of membership type.

Summer 2026 Climbing Wall Hours

ORC Session #1: May 11-July 2
Monday: 5-7pm PC
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 5-7pm PC
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 5-7pm PC
Saturday: 10am-12pm
Sunday: Closed

ORC Session #2: July 6 - August 21
Monday: 5-7pm PC
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 5-7pm PC
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 4pm-6pm PC
Saturday: 10am-12pm PC
Sunday: Closed

Belay Certification:

Belay certifications will be available by appointment only. To register for belay certification, see the information below:

• Click here, and sign in
• Belay Certifications will be offered weekly. There are 4 spots available per session. Participants must register 24 hours before the session (no walk-in's).
• $15 belay certification fee will be charged when registering for a spot in the certification session.
• Refunds will not be issued.
• Participants will be certified if they demonstrate all appropriate skills and techniques, failure to perform may require the participant to register for the program again (payment will not be transferred to another session).
• If you already know how to belay you will still need to register for a lesson to get belay certified.

Drop in programs are for recreation members only. Participants are encouraged to contact the PEIF Rec Center by calling (906) 227-2110 to inquire about space availability and cancellations.
 

Drop in Volleyball - TBD Fall 2026

Drop in Soccer - TBD Fall 2026
 

Summer 2026 Golf Simulator Hours (May 11-August 21)

• Monday-Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Make a tee time by clicking here

Call 227-2110 to reserve your time slot or to answer your questions. 

Rental fee is $30 for a 45-minute session. Alcohol and tobacco products (including vape pens) are not permitted in the golf simulator.

Summer 2026

We currently have four tennis courts and three pickleball courts set up. They are located near Wright St/Lincoln St.

8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 

If you find the gates are locked during these open hours, please call 906-227-2151 to reach the dispatch for NMU Police Services. We are working to fix the posts on the fourth court for pickleball.
 

When NMU is closed due to inclement weather:

As the Rec Sports Department re-aligns with the new University inclement weather policy posted on 2/22/23; in the event that NMU is closed due to inclement weather the PEIF Building, including the Rec Center will be closed.

The Wildcat Fit Zone will be closed.

The Superior Dome will be closed.

The Berry Events Center will be closed. Ice rentals will be as scheduled.