Inclement weather notification
When Fairfield University’s regular operations are delayed, shortened or suspended, the RecPlex facility and Aquatics Center will follow suit. In case of an emergency while the University is closed, please contact the Office of Public Safety at 203-254-4090.
Aquatics Center Schedule
Pool opens 15 minutes after the RecPlex facility opening and closes 30 minutes prior to the facility closure.
Pool open swim schedule is subject to change based on University, Prep, high schools, and other swim programs.
We highly recommend patrons call the RecPlex to receive the most up to date information regarding pool hours.
Please call 203-254-4141.
RecPlex Facility Schedule
Summer Hours (effective May 09, 2019)
| Days of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 6 a.m. - 9 p.m |
| Saturday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sunday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
2019 4th of July Weekend and Annual Campus-Wide Power Shutdown Facility Hours
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Thursday, July 4 | closed |
| Friday, July 5 | closed |
| Saturday, July 6 | closed |
| Sunday, July 7 | closed |
| Saturday, August 3 | closed |
| Sunday, August 4 | closed |
**Subject to change**
Pool Hours: TBD
Call for pool hours at 203-254-4141.
Membership for all full-time undergraduate and graduate students is included in the tuition and membership registration is not necessary for undergrads nor grad students.
A graduate student may register a family member/s incurring the associated fees below:
Children usage restrictions do apply. Please call 203-254-4141 for more information
*Included:
Appropriate workout clothing and footwear should be worn at all times.
Fitness classes are for students and members only. Sorry, but guests are not eligible to sign up or register for fitness classes.
Fairfield University or Fairfield Preparatory faculty, staff, and administrators, or part-time students, register to start your membership.
Fairfield University Retiree or University Alumni, Fairfield University Contract Employee, Prep Alumni, or Fairfield Preparatory Student register to start your membership. Incoming freshman are eligible for membership upon completion of their first day of the fall semester.
Parking:
All on-campus parking arrangements must be made directly with the Department of Public Safety. Please contact their office at (203) 254-4000 x2745 for more information.
2019-2020 Membership Fees
2019-2020 Locker Fees
You must be a RecPlex member to rent a locker. Locker rental subject to availability.
Fairfield University’s Department of Recreation is offering summer memberships to the Town of Fairfield residents and the Town of Fairfield business owners.
Term of Membership: May 20, 2019 – August 18, 2019
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Membership Fees: Resident 18 years of age or older as of May 20, 2019 - $120
A parent or legal guardian must be a member to add child members under 18 - $55.00 per child
Visiting Student enrolled in summer courses at Fairfield University - $120.00 (students do not have to be Fairfield residents or show proof of residency)
Joining the RecPlex
RecPlex membership registration is ongoing. All memberships are based on the current fiscal year, beginning July 1st and ending on June 30th, the following year. Prorated memberships are unavailable. All registration is completed online. If needed, staff help is available, during regular business day hours. please call 203-254-4000 ext. 2049 to schedule an appointment.
Daily guest passes ($10.00 per visit) may only be purchased on site from the reception desk staff. All guests must present a picture ID. Guests are provided a wrist band, to be worn at all times within the facility.
Fitness classes are for students and members only. Sorry, but guests are not eligible to sign up or register for fitness classes.
A member must be present during the purchase and accompany the guest within the facility. The number of guests permitted for one member is three. An individual guest is limited to 10 times per year (July 1 - June 30).