Provo Rec Center: $25/Month Student Membership

Student Life May 11, 2026 3 min read ✓ Updated October 12, 2026

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The Provo Recreation Center is running a Countdown to Summer membership promo from May 13 through May 22, with the standout deal being a $25 monthly membership for BYU and UVU students.

This is one of the better student deals in Utah Valley right now, so a few details worth knowing before you walk in.

The Student Deal

$25 per month, month-to-month, no cancellation fees. Sign up during the promo window and the rate continues — you're not locked into a year. To qualify, you have to show a current class schedule or valid student ID proving you're enrolled at BYU or UVU. Discounted memberships have to be bought in person at the rec center, near 500 West and 500 North; bring your documentation.

For context, that's significantly less than the gym memberships near campus that target students. Most BYU students already have access to the Richards Building fitness facilities through their tuition, but if you've ever tried to get a lane swim slot during midterms or wanted a real Olympic pool, the Provo Rec Center is a substantial upgrade. UVU's student fitness situation is more limited, which makes this offer especially relevant for students at that campus.

The rec center itself is a fair bit more than a gym. It has:

A leisure pool with slides and a lazy river
A lap pool and a smaller therapy pool
Indoor track
Cardio and weight floors
Group fitness classes included with membership

If you're going to use the pool features and group classes, $25/month is a deal. If you only want to lift, you can probably get something cheaper at one of the budget chains in Orem — but you won't get the leisure pool, and that's the part most students don't realize they want until summer hits.

The Resident Deal

For non-students who live in Provo, the same promo offers:

10% off a 3-month membership
10% off a 6-month membership
20% off a full-year membership

You'll need proof of Provo residency to qualify. A current utility bill or official document with your name and address works. Importantly, a driver's license alone won't be accepted — the city specifically noted that one.

How It Fits with Other Student Resources

We track student-specific deals across Provo and Orem in our Student Discounts guide, which covers everything from restaurant deals to housing to transit. Worth checking before you sign up for anything, because there are similar seasonal promos that show up at other Utah Valley facilities — particularly around BYU/UVU schedule transitions like end-of-semester and the start of fall.

If you're a new student trying to figure out where to live near these facilities, our Apartment Finder filters by proximity to campus and Provo amenities. The rec center is north of downtown, so neighborhoods like Pleasant View, Joaquin, and East Bay all put you within a 10-minute drive.

Deadline

Promo signups end Friday, May 22, 2026. Walk-in at the rec center during operating hours, bring the ID or proof-of-residency document you need, and you're set.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Provo Rec Center student membership during this promo?

BYU and UVU students can join for $25 per month, month-to-month, with no cancellation fees. The promo runs May 13–22, 2026, but the membership rate continues after sign-up.

What do I need to bring to sign up as a student?

Students need to bring a current class schedule or a valid student ID showing active enrollment at BYU or UVU. The sign-up has to happen in person at the Provo Rec Center.

Are there discounts for non-students too?

Yes. Residents with proof of Provo residency can get 10% off 3-month memberships, 10% off 6-month, and 20% off a full-year membership. A current utility bill or official document showing your name and address works as proof — a driver's license alone isn't accepted.

Sources

The facts in this guide were checked against these sources. Hours, fees and rules change, so confirm anything time-sensitive with the source before you go. How we make Provo.com.

Countdown to Summer Sale at the Provo Recreation Center, Provo City (News Flash). Checked October 12, 2026.
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