HR Partners
Campus Recreation Membership Discounts Still Available
News from September 22, 2023
A new cross-campus partnership underscores the University's commitment to fostering physical, emotional, and financial well-being for the Penn community.
The Division of Human Resources has teamed up with Penn Campus Recreation to offer major fitness membership discounts to full-time, benefits-eligible University faculty and staff as well as benefits-eligible postdoctoral researchers and fellows. You can save 50% or more on memberships during the 2023-2024 fiscal year.*
Sign Up
Eligible faculty, staff, and postdocs can sign up in person for a discounted Penn Campus Recreation membership at the David Pottruck Health and Fitness Center Membership Office, located at 3701 Walnut Street. Office hours are 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. You can also register by phone at 215-898-6100. However, discounted memberships are not available for purchase on the Campus Recreation web portal.
Flex and Stretch: Monthly Membership for $27.50/month
If you prefer more flexibility, choose a monthly recurring Faculty/Staff membership with a six-month minimum commitment to save 50% off the regular fee. You’ll save $165.
These discounts are not just for new members. Current monthly and annual full-time benefits eligible members can also enjoy the savings. If you’re already a monthly member, you will automatically be enrolled at the discounted rate on September 1, 2023. Current annual members should contact Campus Recreation for detailed instructions on switching to the discounted rates between September 1 and October 31 to waive any cancellation fees.
Inside Access
Need a convenient place to exercise or unwind before work, after hours, or during a break? Penn Campus Recreation members have access to:
- Two state-of-the-art fitness centers: the David Pottruck Health and Fitness Center at 3701 Walnut Street and the Robert A. Fox Fitness Center at 219 South 33rd Street
- Cutting-edge facilities and expert staff dedicated to helping members achieve their health goals
- The Sheerr Pool and Gimbel Gymnasium located in Pottruck
- A selection of free group exercise fitness classes
- Intramural Sport programming to build team spirit and connections
- Discounted rates on other fitness programming such as swim lessons, personal training, and Pilates
Take Campus Rec for a Spin
Campus Recreation invites you to experience the power of membership with these special introductory services.
Two-Week Free Trial
All faculty, staff, and postdocs, regardless of benefits eligibility, can receive a free, two-week trial membership (access to intramural programs and locker purchase not included).
Requesting a Tour
At the front desk of the Pottruck and Fox Fitness Centers facility, there are self-guided tour directions with information about equipment at each site. If you prefer a guided tour, please visit the front desk at Pottruck and ask for an RA (Rec Assistant) to provide you with a tour..
Use Be in the Know Rewards for Membership
If you redeem your Be in the Know Pulse Cash rewards by choosing a VISA gift card, you can use that card for your Penn Campus Recreation membership purchase. Sign into Virgin Pulse at https://join.virginpulse.com/penn. Look for the Home tab on the main page and select Rewards from the drop-down menu. For Be in the Know campaign details, visit www.hr.upenn.edu/beintheknow.
To learn more about fitness membership discounts, check out the Penn Faculty/Staff Pilot Membership Program section of Penn Campus Recreation’s Membership FAQ page. If you have additional questions, please email dria-pennrec@pobox.upenn.edu.
For more wellness resources, visit the Penn Healthy You web pages.
*Please note that the discount is not available to part-time or temporary employees, Health System affiliate employees, alumni, spouses, or dependents. This discount membership pilot program ends July 1, 2024.