One of the nation’s elite research universities, Florida State University - the Carnegie Foundation’s

highest designation, Doctoral / Research University-Extensive - offers a distinctive academic

environment built on its cherished values and unique heritage, welcoming campus on the oldest

continuous site of higher education in Florida, championship athletics, and prime location in the

heart of the state capital.

Underlying and supporting the educational experience at Florida State University is the

development of new generations of citizen leaders, based on the concepts inscribed in our seal:

Florida State Universty’s 16 colleges offer more than 275 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral,

professional, and specialist degree programs, incluing medicine and law, covering a broad

array of disciplines critical to society today. Each year, the University awards over 7,800 under

graduate degrees and 2,000 graduate and professional degrees.

VIRES ARTES MORESStrength Skill Character

FOUNDED

ENROLLMENT

STUDENT BODY

FACULTY & STAFF

1851; FSU is the oldest school in Florida

41,773 total students

31,851 undergraduates; 55% female, 29% minority

2,306 total faculty members

TallahasseeA TRADITION OF SOUTHERN CHARM

Located in the Florida Panhandle, Tallahassee is a place where college town meets cultural center,

politics meets performing arts and history meets nature, a place where the vibrancy of what to do is

matched only by the city’s inviting hospitality.

Home to the state capital, two major universities, and an array of museums, attractions, and unique experienc-

es, Tallahassee shares a deep rooted history and culture with unparalleled nature and outdoor recreation.

A fusion of cosmopolitan flair and charming personality defines the spirit of Florida’s Capital City - where it all

comes together beautifully for visitors. Tallahassee shares a deep-rooted history and culture with unparalleled

natural adventure and upbeat vitality. The city touts a menagerie of sights, including one of the world’s

deepest freshwater springs, wildlife habitats, Capitol buildings, fascinating museums of history, sprawling

plantations, highly acclaimed fishing and hunting adventures, nearby beaches, superior dining, and a

bustling nightlife.

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Tallahassee Hot Spots

Railroad Square

Tallahassee Rock Gym

Farmer’s Market

Miccosukee Greenway

St. Marks Trail

Tom Brown Park

Midtown

Collegetown

Doak Campbell Stadium

Wakulla Springs

Tallahassee Natural Museum

The Centre of Tallahassee

Donald Tucker Civic Center

Market Square

Maclay Gardens

The Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts. The university is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, creative endeavors, and service. The university strives to instill the strength, skill, and character essential for lifelong learning, personalresponsibility, and sustained achievement within a community that fosters free inquiry and embraces diversity.

We are Florida State University Campus Recreation.We engage our community in lifelong wellness.We build character and encourage discovery.We align our actions with our values.We provide high quality recreation programs and services.We are teammates, coaches, and mentors.We are committed.We are driven.Our mission is to move people.

The Division of Student Affairs collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create welcoming, supportive and challenging environments that maximize opportunities for student learning and success. Through high quality programs and services, the Division staff facilitates student development, celebrates differences, and promotes civic and global responsibility.

Our vision is to move people to total wellness.

Integrity

Experiential Learning

Wellness

Excellence

Innovation

Community

We uphold a culture of honesty, respect, trust, fairness, responsibility, and

accountability.

We challenge and support students to learn through experiences that enhance

their personal, academic, and career development.

We model and inspire lifestyles that encourage lifelong health and well-being.

We operate our programs and facilities at the highest levels of safety, quality,

and customer service.

We integrate our cherished traditions with new and original opportunities for

fun and learning.

We enrich relationships through collaboration, diversity, and sustainable practices.

DEPARTMENTAL VALUES

LEACH STUDENT RECREATION CENTER

FITNESS & MOVEMENT CLINIC

FSU RESERVATION

REC SPORTSPLEX

MAIN CAMPUS FIELDS

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AQUATICS

FITNESS & WELLNESS

CHALLENGE

OUTDOOR PURSUITS

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

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34,930 STUDENTS EVERY YEAR.

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FSU RESERVATION EVERY YEAR.

By the numbers

1,556,020 TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS EACH YEAR

Sport Clubs participants

Intramural Sports participants

Group Fitness participants

Outdoor Pursuits participations

775 STUDENT EMPLOYEES. CAMPUS REC SERVES AS THE LARGEST STUDENT EMPLOYER ON CAMPUS.

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WHO WE ARE

Nearly 2,000 students part icipate in over 40

competit ive, instructional , and recreational

teams that comprise FSU Sport Clubs. The

list includes numerous team sports for

men and women along with several

martial arts groups. Sport Clubs

are over 90% self- funded and

most compete on a

regional and

national

level .

SPORT CLUBS

FSU offers one of the most comprehensive fitness

and wellness programs in the country. The program

offers over 100 group fitness classes every week,

personal and small group training, healthy cooking

classes, grocery store tours and daily vitals

assessments ranging from one-minute body

composit ions to VO2 Max, POLAR, and Blood

Glucose Testing.

FITNESS & WELLNESS

Outdoor Pursuits (OP) is Campus Recreation’s outdoor

adventure program. The program’s headquarters is located

at the FSU Reservation. OP offers three main services: adventure

expedit ions, gear rentals, and outdoor resources. OP travels al l over

the country on weekly tr ips and is avai lable to FSU students, faculty, and staff .

OUTDOOR PURSUITS

Representing one of the largest intramural programs in the

country, FSU IM Sports annually records over 10,000 unique

participants. Some of the most popular sports are flag football ,

soccer, softbal l , and basketball . Almost every sport is offered free

of charge. In addit ion to “tradit ional” sports, the IM Sports

programs also features unique activit ies such as wallyball ,

Batt leship, ugly pants disc golf , and an annual fishing tournament.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

AQUATICS

The Aquatics program is widely recognized by the 16-lane lap pool

at Leach Recreation Center, but i ts reach extends far beyond to

the FSU Reservation waterfront. The l i feguard staff provides

health & safety instruction, including CPR/AED, First Aid

and l i feguard training. Aquatics also sponsors

semesterly SCUBA cert ification classes, adult

& chi ld swim lessons, the 100-mile

Swim Club, and sport clubs.

FSU CHALLENGE

Located at the FSU Reservation, the

FSU Challenge program encourages

participants to improve their

communication, leadership,

trust , and civi l i ty through

group challenges & high

and low ropes courses.

The Bobby E. Leach Student Recreation Center is a 120,000 square foot fitness facility locat-

ed right in the heart of campus. Users are required to present current, valid FSUCard to

access the facility. Leach Center features strength & cardio equipment, sport courts and an

indoor track, a 16-lane 25 yard pool, olympic lifting platforms, a spinning studio and

amenities for people of every fitness level.

Cardio & Strength Equipment

Want to get a good cardiovascular workout? We have nearly 100 cardiovascular machines

including treadmills, stairclimbers, ellipticals, bikes, and rowers. Hit the weights with pieces

from Hammer Strength, Cybex, LifeFitness, FreeMotion, and more!

Sport Courts & Indoor Track

Three regulation sized basketball courts, two racquetball courts, and 2 squash courts are

available in the Leach Center. Our indoor track, located on the 2nd floor, surrounds the

Leach Pool.

Leach Pool & Spa

The Leach Pool is a 16-lane by 25-yard indoor swimming facility with two 1-meter and two

3-meter diving boards. A complete spa area is located just off the pool deck and is equipped

with two whirlpools, two steam rooms, and a sauna.

LEACHDR. BOBBY E.

LEACH CENTER

Campus Recreation's newest facility, the Fitness & Movement Clinic (FMC) is located

inside the University's Health & Wellness Center. Opened in 2012, the FMC offers

more than 12,000 square feet of space for strength and cardio training and also

encompasses a private studio for small group training classes and space for

wellness testing and consultation.

Cardio & Strength Equipment

The FMC has new state-of-the-art equipment designed to maximize the

effectiveness of your workout.

The majority of cardio machines at the FMC include screens complete with access to

select cable TV channels and the Internet.

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CLINIC

OUTDOORS at FSU

Located on FSU’s Southwest Campus, the Rec Sports-

Plex (RSP) is a 104-acre facility that encompasses 21

sports fields and additional activity spaces. Among the

21 fields are 12 multipurpose fields for IM Sports, 4

tournament fields for sport clubs, and 5 softball

diamonds.

In addition to the RSP, Campus Rec also operates the

Main Campus Fields (MCF), Tully Gymnasium, and the

Westside Courts. The MCF comprise 13 acres and

encompass 4 sports fields. Tully Gym is shared between

Campus Rec and Seminole Athletics. The Westside

Courts feature outdoor basketball courts, outdoor

tennis, and sand volleyball.

Follow us on Instagram@FSUCampusRec!

The FSU Reservation was founded in 1920. Its original name, Camp Flastacowo, was derived from the first few

letters of the Florida State College for Women. The FSU Reservation is a 73-acre facility, with 10 active acres, locat-

ed on beautiful Lake Bradford. The “Rez” is located a quarter mile from the airport and just four miles

from Florida State’s main campus.

The Rez offers swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, instructional clinics, beach

volleyaball, disc golf, as well as a retreat center and picnic pavilions.

FSU Challenge is also located at The Rez.

RSP

OUTDOOR RECREATION

AMY COMSTOCK

“The Campus Recreation family adopted me as a Freshman

and cultivated me into a successful young professional

over my four years at FSU. The confidence and constant

support provided helped develop me into the leader I

didn’t know I could be.”

Worked for: Student Director, MarketingDegree: B.S. Marketing, Hospitality, 2015

JUSTIN CASSERLY

“Working as a student employee with FSU Campus Rec not

only allowed me to participate in the sports and activities

that I loved, but also helped to prepare me for working in

my eventual career in sports.”

Worked for: Sport ClubsDegree: B.S. Sport Management, Business, 2012

RYAN KELLER

“As a young professional, I could not have asked for a better home than FSU Campus Rec. The student staff had a strong passion to learn, to train hard, and to educate their peers. I was also surrounded by professionals who cared deeply about fostering this type of positive environment. I am truly grateful for the experiences I gained at FSU.”

Worked for: Strength & Conditioning CoordinatorCurrently: Director of Fitness, TCU

ANDREA COMISKEY

“FSU Campus Rec gave me the opportunity to become a leader, where I learned the true importance of being team-oriented as well as a responsible, confident individual. The Campus Rec community continues to support me in my endeavors, and will always be my family amongst the Florida State campus. As an aspiring physician, they have taught me to foster relationships with others in order to serve them better, which directly translates to the care of my current and future patients.”

Worked for: Guest Services, Leach CenterDegree: Medical Student, 2019

TAKUDZWA “TITCH” MADZIMA

“FSU Campus Rec has been the most influential aspect of my professional growth

during my 10 years in the United States. During my 6 years of employment with

Campus Rec, I was giving the opportunity to gain confidence, leadership and

interpersonal skills by serving as a supervisor that have translated to my

achievements as a teacher-scholar.”

Worked for: Fitness & WellnessDegree: Ph.D. Exercise Physiology, 2015

BROOKE TURNER

“The experience I gained as a young professional in the FSU Intramural Sports

program still influences me on a daily basis and the students were exceptional.

FSU continues to innovate and be a trailblazer in Collegiate Recreation, but more

importantly it is a strong community for current and past employees at all levels.

I am proud to be a Campus Recreation Seminole.”

Worked for: Graduate Assistant, Intramural SportsCurrently: Assistant Director, Competitive Sports, University of Alabama

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