Fees and Membership Rates
Aquatic Center | Bird Ice Arena | Charles J. Ping Center | Golf Course and Driving Range | Tennis Center
Purchase a Membership
Visit our Purchasing and Renewal Instructions page for more information. Please see our child access policies by facility.
Ohio Student Recreation Access
Ohio University students currently enrolled in classes on the Athens Campus have access to the Aquatic Center Open Swim, Bird Ice Arena Rec Skate, outdoor tennis courts at the Golf and Tennis Center, and the Ping Recreation Center provided by their tuition general fee. Access is verified by the Ohio University Registrar office.
Aquatic Center Rates
| Membership Type | Daily | 30 Days | Monthly Debit | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $4 | $20 | $15 | $180 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $4 | $20 | $18.34 | $220 |
| Child (Ages 6–10) | $4 | $20 | — | $55 |
| Teen (Ages 11–17) | $4 | $20 | — | $110 |
| Non-Assessed OHIO Student | $4 | $20 | — | — |
Lockers (Before Tax)
| Size | Semester | Annual |
| Full | $23.36 | $70.09 |
| Half | $14.02 | $46.73 |
Bird Ice Arena Rates
Recreational Skate Pricing
OHIO Students receive free admission- rental skate fees apply.
| Membership Type | Daily | 5 Visit | 10 Visit | 15 Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child (Age 5-17) | $5 | $20 | $40 | $60 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $7 | $30 | $60 | $90 |
Children under 5 years of age are admitted free with an adult.
*Multi-Visit Passes are valid for the season (October 1st - May 1st)
Freestyle Skate Pricing
| Membership Type | Daily | 5 Visit | 10 Visit | 15 Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHIO Student | $10 | $45 | $80 | $105 |
| Child (Age 5-17) | $15 | $65 | $110 | $150 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $15 | $65 | $110 | $150 |
Each pass is worth 60 minutes of ice time (equivalent to 1 Freestyle Session)
Children under 5 years of age are admitted free with an adult.
*Multi-Visit Passes are valid for the season (October 1st - May 1st)
Freestyle ice time is for private one-on-one lessons. Though it is open to the public, it is intended for the use of coaching students who have finished Learn To Skate training program. It is more structured/programmed than public recreational skates. Freestyle sessions allow skaters extra practice time to fine-tune their skills. Skaters can work independently on various skills or receive a private lesson.
Other Services
| Skate Rental | $5 |
| Skate Sharpening- 24-hour pick-up | $8 |
Stick & Puck Pricing
| Membership Type | Daily | 5 Visit | 10 Visit | 15 Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHIO Student | $10 | $45 | $80 | $105 |
| Child (Age 17 & under) | $15 | $65 | $110 | $150 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $15 | $65 | $110 | $150 |
Charles J. Ping Recreation Center Rates
| Membership Type | Daily | 30 Days | Monthly Debit | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $8 | $30 | $23.34 | $280 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $8 | $30 | $28.34 | $340 |
| Child (Ages 6–13) | $8 | $30 | — | $85 |
| Teen (Ages 14–17) | $8 | $30 | — | $170 |
| Non-Assessed OHIO Student | $8 | $30 | — | — |
Lockers
| Size | Semester | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Full | $50.12 | $115.27 |
| Half | $30.07 | $60.15 |
Golf Course and Driving Range Rates
2024 Seasonal Golf memberships are valid from February 26, 2024 - November 24, 2024.
| Membership Type | Seasonal |
|---|---|
| OHIO Student, Athens Campus | $400 |
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $500 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $600 |
| Child (Age 6 - 13) | $155 |
| Teen (Age 14 - 17) | $300 |
Daily Fees
| Round | 9 Holes | 18 Holes |
|---|---|---|
| OHIO Student, Athens Campus | $14 | $21 |
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $18 | $26 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $18 | $26 |
| Child (Age 17 & under) | $14 | $21 |
| Special Rates | 9 Holes | 18 Holes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday/Thursday: OHIO Alumni & Seniors (55+) | $14 | $21 |
| Twilight | $10 | — |
Other Services
| Rentals | 9 Holes | 18 Holes |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Cart | $7.00 | $11.00 |
| Pull Cart | $3.50 | $7 |
Lockers
| Size | Season |
|---|---|
| Full | $50.00 |
| Half | $30.00 |
Driving Range
| Size | Per Bucket |
|---|---|
| Large (75 balls) | $7.00 |
A membership card or daily entrance fee is required to enter the golf course or driving range. Visit Golf Now or call 740.593.4669 to book a tee time.
Golf & Tennis members are eligible to receive a community parking pass from Ohio University Transportation and Parking Services. Parking passes will be sent via email from tps@ohio.edu. Members must complete this online form to receive a pass: GTC Parking Pass Form
Tennis & Pickleball Rates
Annual Memberships are valid for 1 year from purchase date.
| Membership Type | Annual | 30 Days |
|---|---|---|
| OHIO Student, Athens Campus | $185 | $20 |
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $250 | $28 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $310 | $28 |
| Child (Age 6 - 13) | $125 | $28 |
| Teen (Age 14 - 17) | $170 | $28 |
Daily Fees
| Tennis Court Rental | Hourly Outside | Hourly Inside |
|---|---|---|
| OHIO Student, Athens Campus | No Fee | $5 |
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $2.50 | $6 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $3 | $7 |
| Child (Age 6 - 13) | $2.50 | $6 |
| Teen (Age 14 - 17) | $2.50 | $6 |
Open Pickleball Fees*
| Membership Type | Outside | Inside |
|---|---|---|
| OHIO Student, Athens Campus | $0 | $5 |
| OHIO Faculty/Staff | $5 | $5 |
| Adult (Age 18+) | $5 | $5 |
| Child (6 - 13) | $5 | $5 |
| Teen (Age 14 - 17) | $5 | $5 |
*Open Pickleball prices are good for the 2-hour time block. Tennis/Pickleball members do not have to pay for open pickleball hours
Walter Fieldhouse
The Walter Fieldhouse no longer observes open recreation hours. For information regarding private field rentals, please visit: https://www.ohio.edu/recreation/facility-reservations/walter-fieldhouse…
Rate Changes
Campus Recreation membership and daily fee prices will be reviewed annually and subject to change with internal operations and tax increase.