Recreation Complex

University Recreation utilizes the following spaces for programming and open recreation, many of the spaces are also available for group reservations.
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UW-Stout's Recreation Complex offers students, staff, community members, businesses, and civic groups state-of-the-art recreation, both indoors and out. Our facilities provide activities for all skill levels from beginners to advanced.

Challenge Course
Learn More About Challenge Course

Schedule a day of team building on the Challenge Course. Specifically tailored programs can be made for every type of group from student organizations to summer camps.

  • Utilizes high and low elements for team building or leadership development activities
  • Trained leaders work with each group
  • Designed to strengthen your team and inspire confidence in the individual
  • Groups can range from 7 to 60 participants.

Programs constructed around time and specific skill building including: 

  • Communication
  • Group dynamics
  • Confidence
  • Decision-making
  • Team spirit
  • Trust
  • Cooperation
  • Motivation
  • Creativity
  • Conflict resolution

Learn more about Stout Adventures.

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Learn More About The Stadium

Completed in 2001, Don and Nona Williams Stadium is UW-Stout’s main stadium. The multi-use artificial turf field can be used for a variety of intramurals, clubs, competitions, and more. Students and the public are welcome to request use of the space for many event types.

  • NCAA Collegiate and NFHS High School football field
  • Two men’s and women’s restrooms
  • Concession stand – run through University Dining
  • Equipped with sound system and large video-capable scoreboard

Learn more about UW-Stout Athletics

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Learn More About The Fields

Rec Complex facilities include 5 fields for a variety of events and sports such as baseball, softball, track, rugby, lacrosse, and soccer.

Alumni Field - Softball

Nelson Field - Baseball

Nelson Field - Soccer and Lacrosse (turf)

Multi-Purpose Field

Outdoor track

Fields are available for intramural and club sport practices as well as any number of events. Reservations of fields are subject to changes due to weather.

  • The Nelson Soccer and Lacrosse Field, Outdoor Track, Alumni Field, and the Multi-Purpose Field are fully lighted
  • All fields are located on the south east end of the Rec Complex

Learn more about Intramural Sports and Open Recreation

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Learn More About the Pat Kell Golf Room

Seasonal Availability. 

The Pat Kell Golf Room is located on the lower level of the Rec Complex in room 25 and 26. This indoor golf room includes a putting green, 3 driving stalls, and a golf simulator.  To use this room, you must make a reservation. Click here to make a reservation.   

Learn more about Open Recreation.

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Learn More About Health and Fitness Center

The Health and Fitness Center (occupancy 120) is located in the lower level of the Rec Complex.

Membership fee is included in student segregated fees, no additional purchase is needed.

Fitness center memberships are available to UW-Stout employees, retirees, and family members (18+), along with UW Sister School members.

Access to the men's and women’s locker rooms is available on the lower level of the Rec Complex.

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Learn More About Johnson Fieldhouse

The Johnson Fieldhouse is located on the main floor of the Rec Complex and can host approximately 3,200 people (depending on event setup/type).

The fieldhouse is home to men’s and women’s basketball, gymnastics, volleyball, and several recreational activities. The fieldhouse is equipped with:

  • Two scoreboards
  • One NCAA basketball court
  • Two practice basketball courts
  • Four practice volleyball courts

In order to maintain the quality of the flooring, no street shoes are allowed in the fieldhouse. Access to the men's and women’s locker rooms is available on the lower level of the Rec Complex.

Learn more about UW-Stout Athletics

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Learn More about Multi-Purpose Room

The Multi-Purpose Room, located in the lower level of the Rec Complex, can accommodate approximately 3,200 people (depending on setup and event type).

 The facility boasts:

  • 200-meter NCAA compliant indoor track
  • Six indoor tennis courts
  • Four basketball courts
  • Six volleyball courts
  • Scoreboards
  • Perimeter curtains to separate the track from inner courts
  • Access to the men's and women’s locker rooms is available on the lower level of the Rec Complex

The space is used as an indoor practice facility for many sports when inclement weather occurs. The facility is used extensively for summer volleyball, basketball, and track camps. Many external and internal clubs, including UW-Stout gymnastics team, uses the Multi-Purpose room for summer camps and other large events.

Learn more about Intramural Sports and Open Recreation

North Point Fitness
Learn More about North Point Fitness

North Point Fitness (occupancy 75) is open 24/7 and is located on the north end of campus.

With a membership, you get to use the latest cardio machines, free weights, weight machines, participate in special events, and join group fitness classes. Memberships are available to UW-Stout students, UW-Stout Employees, UW-Stout family/retiree, and UW System students.
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Learn More about the Racquetball Rooms

Two racquetball courts (rooms 23 and 24) are located on the lower level of the rec complex. These courts can be used for Racquetball, Dance, and Walleyball. To use these rooms, you must check-in and reserve a room at the Urec office or call ahead to reserve a room at 715-232-1392. Racquets and balls are also available to rent at the Urec office. Clean shoes are required.

Learn more about Open Recreation.

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Learn More About The Tennis Courts

Have a pick-up game of tennis with your friends or schedule a floor tournament for your residence hall. The Rec Complex’s tennis courts are shared with the Blue Devil's varsity tennis team and the general public.

  • Six tennis courts are located next to the outdoor adventure course on the south of campus
  • Courts are open to the public
  • Lit courts allow for late night playing

Learn more about Intramural Sports and Open Recreation

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Learn More About West Gym

The West Gym (occupancy 125) is a multi-purpose room equipped with

  • Basketball court (non-regulation)
  • Access to the men's and women’s locker rooms is available on the lower level of the Rec Complex

A wall of the room is lined in mirrors, making it ideal for dance practices, aerobic exercise sessions, or some open recreation activities. To maintain the wooden floors, no street shoes are allowed in the rooms.

Learn more about Open Recreation.