Wellness Center & Natatorium

The Wellness Center is free to all USD students taking one or more USD credit hour. Our benefit eligible Faculty/Staff receive ½ off their membership fees. USD Values our community and is proud to offer community memberships to our facility. Community rates can be found below. 

• Wellness Center orientation tour.
• Access to the Natatorium.
• Entry to all group fitness classes.
• One free personal training session for annual membership holders.

Request an Equipment Orientation Session

Rates & Fees 

New Rates	Community	Faculty/Staff Benefit Eligible / per month	Community	Faculty/Staff Benefit Eligible / per year
Single	$45	$22.50	$495	$247.50
2 Person Family	$75	$37.50	$825	$412.50
3+ Person Family	$90	$45.00	$990	$495

*All memberships are subject to a 6.2% sales tax.

Locker Prices

Half - $75/year
Full - $100/year

Parking

Parking permits may be purchased at the USD Business Office in Belbas 102 or online.

Membership Forms

Interested in becoming a member? Print out the membership paperwork below and bring it to room 102 in the Wellness Center. It only takes 15 minutes of your time to get set up as a member! Be sure to view the Wellness Center policies before you join.

Membership Application

Renewing Memberships

Renewing your membership is easy. Once you have joined, you can renew your membership in a variety of ways.

• Over the phone – Members can call with their credit or debit card information and register over the phone. (Member card information is not stored at the Wellness Center for security reasons).
  
• Online – Memberships can be renewed online. You must log in and click on your username.  Membership information can be found by choosing profile. 
  
• In-person – stop in room 102 at the Wellness Center to renew in person.  
• Punch Pass – $90.00. Includes 10 entries.  Punch passes do not expire.  

Member Management

Members can manage their accounts online. Track visits, register for classes and more! Use our Wellness Center Member Portal or USDFit App.

Having issues linking your membership account?  Email [email protected].

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates can be purchased for any amount and can be used toward any service. Whether you choose to purchase one for a membership, a rock wall party or any of our personal training services, the gift of fitness is always a great choice!

Guest Rates

• Individual - $10.00 per visit  (Available for purchase online and on the USDFit app.)

Check with your insurance company to see if you can receive monetary incentives towards membership. If your insurance company is a member of one of these programs, you may be able to receive a discounted Wellness Center membership.

ASHLink (Silver & Fit)
The Silver & Fit Program is a Medicare or Medica related program designed for older adults. Visit the website to see if your insurance is part of this program.

Silver Sneakers
Silver Sneakers is program that provides seniors on Medicare with the opportunity to get a FREE membership to the USD Wellness Center. This membership includes access to any of the participating gyms in the network. The Wellness Center is just one of 15,000 locations that participate nationwide. Bring your Silver Sneakers membership card to get your membership set up at our facility.

National Independent Health Club Association (NICHA)
NIHCA partners with several insurance programs in the Midwest to provide you reimbursement towards your USD Wellness Center membership. Most programs will reimburse members up to $20 month just for visiting anywhere from 8-12 times. To enroll visit the NICHA rewards website.

Those whose supplemental insurance is enrolled in one of these programs will be able to have a membership to the Wellness Center at no extra cost.  To register for this program, go to https://www.partneroptumfitness.com to receive an enrollment number.  Bring this number and your insurance card to room 102 to sign up today!

Authorized Users of the Wellness Center

The University of South Dakota Wellness Center and Natatorium may be used for recreational purposes by any currently enrolled USD student or a person who is a holder of a properly validated Wellness Center membership. The person must present their valid I.D. card or scan it at the turnstile in order to gain entry. Any person not having proper identification will not be allowed access. Any USD student ID or Campus Recreation and Wellness membership not belonging to the holder of the card will be confiscated. Violations of card policy by the members may incur consequences and disciplinary actions which may include fees and suspension of their privileges to the Wellness Center and its programs or services.

• Student memberships include those students who are enrolled in one USD credit hour per semester. Summer student memberships will be provided for students enrolled in summer credit hours.
• The general public can purchase community memberships for the Wellness Center.
• Minors under the age of 14 will not receive individual membership cards, but will enter under their parent/legal guardian's membership.
• Guest passes on a per visit basis are available for $10 with an ID and signed waiver.
• Children 13 and under must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian at all times.
• The Wellness Center reserves the right to refuse admittance to or request that an individual leave the Wellness Center.

Facility Guidelines

• Use of the Wellness Center facilities and participation in Wellness Center programming are at the risk of the participant.
• All facilities should be used for the intended purposes. Modification of equipment is not allowed until under the instruction of Wellness Center staff.
• The use of cellular telephones, cameras, and other devices with photographic or video capabilities is not permitted in the locker rooms or the pool area unless authorized by Wellness Center staff.
• Individuals may videotape and photograph large spaces without focusing on individuals. Focusing on specific small groups or individuals without their expressed consent is prohibited.
• No sandals, open-toed shoes or boots are allowed in any activity area.
• A clean, appropriate athletic top must be worn and cover the breast. Bottoms must fully cover the buttocks and private areas.
  • Is it okay to wear just a sports bra? If a sports bra is designed as an athletic piece of clothing designed to be worn by itself when working out, it is allowed. With the number of variations of athletic tops/sports bras, we don’t want our staff to have to make subjective judgement calls about whether something is appropriate (as long as it meets the requirements of being a piece of athletic clothing and covering the breast).
• Cell phones are not allowed in open view in the men's or women's locker rooms.
• No spitting on floors, walls, water fountains, restroom sinks, etc.
• Headphones must be used with all personal radios and other electronic listening devices.
• The possession, use and/or distribution of alcoholic beverages, drugs, tobacco products and dangerous weapons are not allowed in any facility, as defined by University Student Code of Conduct.
• Bicycles must be stored in the racks provided outside the facilities (please lock your bike).
• The Wellness Center is not responsible for any personal items left unattended and/or unsecured in any facility. Personal items may be locked in day-use lockers that are available in both the men's and women's locker rooms.
• No profane or offensive language in the facility.
• Persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol are not permitted to use Wellness Center facilities.
• Use gym etiquette; wipe off all equipment when you are done using it, replace all weights when finished, and do not drop the weights.
• Work with others to maximize usage in all fitness areas.
• Report any injury incurred in the Wellness Center to a staff member.
• Report any equipment that is loose or broken to a staff member.
• No personal training or swim lessons will be provided in the facility by anyone other than certified Wellness Center staff.
• To cancel membership, please inform the office desk by the last day of the month.

Certain activities are prohibited in the Wellness Center during recreational hours. The list below provides examples; however, the Wellness Center office reserves the right to ban any activity they deem unsafe.

• No baseball/softball activities will be allowed.
• No activity of any kind is allowed on the concourse.
• No flying of electric or battery powered model planes.
• No organized boxing or related mixed martial art activities.
• No wrestling.
• No golf.
• No skateboards.
• No rollerblades (exception for MAC).
• Personal Training is not allowed by non-USD Wellness Center personnel.
• We strongly discourage any outside equipment inside the Wellness Center for recreational purposes.
• No balloons of any size.
• Animals are not permitted in facility, except trained service animals.

Natatorium Facility Guidelines

• A Wellness Center lifeguard must be present before entering the water.
• An emergency signal of three whistle blasts indicates that all patrons must exit the water immediately.
• Proficient swimming ability is required in deep water areas.
• Age guidelines follow the Wellness Center requirements- anyone under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
• No coolers, glass containers, outside food, drinks, or chewing gum. One adult must be present for every five children under 7 years of age.
• Children under 7 years of age must be within an arm’s reach of parent/guardian.
• All patrons using the USD Wellness Center Natatorium must bring their own towel, or purchase one at the front desk.
• No running on the pool deck.
• Glass containers, food, drink, gum, alcohol, or tobacco products are not allowed.
• Any activity deemed unsafe by the lifeguard will be prohibited. Lifeguard word is final.

Dress Code Guidelines

• Proper athletic shoes are always required in the Wellness Center. No sandals will be worn when exercising. Street shoes are strictly prohibited from the pool deck in the Natatorium.
• Appropriate attire must be worn while exercising. Use language from website.
• Appropriate swim attire must be worn when utilizing the Natatorium.

Spectators Policy

Spectators are allowed to enter the facility free of charge to observe participants in scheduled/fee based/nonacademic instructional programs. Each spectator must sign in at the reception desk and be accompanied by a participant.

• A spectator may not participate in any activity during his/her visit.
• A child may be a spectator only if accompanied by a non-participating adult and supervised by the adult throughout the visit.
• The member or participant is responsible for the actions of the spectator/guest.

Climbing Wall

• Reach for New Heights
• 38 feet tall
• 4,300 hold combinations
• 9 rope stations

Functional Training Room

Take it to the Next Level

• Tire Flipping
• Prowler Sled
• Heavy Bag
• Soft Plyo Boxes
• Weighted Rope
• TRX Bands
• Slam Balls
• Additional unique equipment designed to increase your fitness level

MAC Court

So Many Possibilities

• Painted lines for basketball, volleyball, badminton and soccer, pickleball
• Soft floor for group fitness activities
• Wired for scoreboard capabilities

Traditional Courts

Game On

• Two wood floors courts
• Painted lines for basketball and volleyball
• Wired for scoreboard capabilities
• Small bleachers

Racquetball Court

Swing into Action

• One wood floor racquetball court
• Viewing area above
• Equipped for racquetball and wallyball
• Equipment available for checkout from the front desk

Large Fitness Room

Get Fit

• Mirrored on two walls to give participants ability to watch form during activities
• Large-screen TV and DVD system for workout videos
• Equipped with kettlebells, weights, punching bags, mats and more
• Ballet bars
• Wireless microphone sounds system

Fitness Studios

Reach Your Goals

• Mirrored on two walls to give participants ability to watch form during activities
• Large-screen TV and DVD system for workout videos
• Equipped with kettlebells, weights, punching bags, mats and more
• Ballet bars
• Wireless microphone sounds system

Cycling Room

Race to the Finish

• 17 indoor bicycles set up for group fitness or individual fitness needs
• Large theater screen for group fitness activities

Free Weights

Coyote Strong

• Hammer Strength racks
• Life Fitness multi-jungle
• Iron Grip plates & dumbbell sets

Indoor Track

Rain or Shine, We've Got You Covered

• 160-meters
• Three-lane walking/jogging track

Cutting-Edge Workout Equipment

Helping You Achieve Your Fitness Goals

• 11 Pre Cor treadmills
• 10 Pre Core elliptical machines
• 3 Pre Core upright bikes
• 1 Expresso bike
• 1 Peloton Bike
• 1 Helix Lateral Trainer
• 4 Pre Core recumbent bikes
• 2 Pre Cor stemills and 1 True stepmill
• 2 Concept 2 rowing machines
• 3 Keiser Bikes
• 1 Water Rower

Machine Weights

Stronger From Within

• 18 Pre Cor sectorized machines, 1 Pre Cor Dual Adjustable Pulley

Locker Rooms

Keep Your Belongings Safe & Secure

• 6 shower stalls
• 130 rentable lockers in both male and female locker rooms
• Large mirrors
• Digital scales

Natatorium

Swim Away the Stress

• 50 meter competition pool with 2 movable bulkheads that can create 3 separate zones. 
• Ninja Cross
• Recreation Pool
• Hot Tub
• Steam Room
  
  

Aquatic Center

The Wellness Center staff provides a variety of programming to keep our patrons motivated and on the right track.  Programs include Bootcamps, Red Cross Certifications, Youth Recreation Programs & Camps, Incentive Programs, Self-Improvement Courses and more.

View our Offerings

As a recreation facility that caters to students, faculty, staff and community users, following the rules and safety provisions set up by the Wellness Center is very important. A valid University ID card or registered membership is required to enter.

The Wellness Center is able to facilitate an array of activities such as: basketball, volleyball, flag football, racquetball, tennis, soccer, running/jogging, weight lifting, cardio machines, swimming, aerobics, yoga and spinning.

The following rules are in place for these activities:

• Anyone under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Guest passes on a per visit basis are available for $7 with an ID and signed waiver.
• No sandals, open-toed shoes or boots are allowed in any activity area.
• A clean, appropriate athletic top must be worn and cover the breast. Bottoms must fully cover the buttocks and private areas.
  • Is it okay to wear just a sports bra? If a sports bra is designed as an athletic piece of clothing designed to be worn by itself when working out, it is allowed. With the number of variations of athletic tops/sports bras, we don’t want our staff to have to make subjective judgement calls about whether something is appropriate (as long as it meets the requirements of being a piece of athletic clothing and covering the breast).
• Cell phones are not allowed in open view in the men's or women's locker rooms.
• No spitting on floors, walls, water fountains, restroom sinks, etc.
• Headphones must be used with all personal radios and other electronic listening devices.
• The possession, use and/or distribution of alcoholic beverages, drugs, tobacco products and dangerous weapons are not allowed in any facility, as defined by University Student Code of Conduct.
• Bicycles must be stored in the racks provided outside the facilities (please lock your bike).
• The Wellness Center is not responsible for any personal items left unattended and/or unsecured in any facility. Personal items may be locked in day-use lockers that are available in both the men's and women's locker rooms.
• Outside groups or individuals will be prohibited from promoting or marketing a product or service that has not been endorsed by the University of South Dakota or the USD Wellness Center.

The age following guidelines will be followed in regards to facility usage:

Ages 5 & Up

• Utilize the rock wall with parent in pit

Ages 6 & Up

• Utilize the track with supervision
• Use the courts with supervision

Ages 10-11

• Attend Group Fitness classes if accompanied by a parent/legal guardian

Ages 12-13

• Use cardio and weight equipment

Failure to abide by these policies and/or regulations posted in facilities or requests made by any campus recreation employee can result in ejection or suspension from the building and program privileges.

Certain activities are prohibited in the Wellness Center during recreational hours. The list below provides examples; however, the Wellness Center office reserves the right to ban any activity they deem unsafe.

• No baseball/softball activities will be allowed.
• No activity of any kind is allowed on the concourse.
• No flying of electric or battery powered model planes.
• No organized boxing or related mixed martial art activities.
• No wrestling
• No golf.
• No skateboards.
• No rollerblades (exception for MAC).
• Personal Training is not allowed by non-USD Wellness Center personnel.  
• We strongly discourage any outside equipment inside the Wellness Center for recreational purposes.
• No balloons of any size.
• Animals are not permitted in facility, except trained service animals.

Rentals & Reservations 

The Wellness Center is happy to rent out the climbing wall, studios, MAC court and Basketball/Volleyball Courts. Renting facilities is easy and affordable!  Just follow the steps below:

1. Complete Rental Request Form.
   
   1. Climbing Wall - $40/hour
   2. Studio/Courts - $20/hour
2. Review Wellness Center Policies.
3. Ensure all individuals have either an Adult Waiver or Minor Waiver.
4. Complete payment of rental at least five days prior to event.

NOTE: Members may rent the courts and studios for free for up to three hours per week with proper completed forms.

1. Studio Reservation Form and Studio Reservation Policy.
2. Court Reservation Form.

The USD Wellness Center employs a vast array of student workers on campus. Whether you are interested in working in customer service at the facility, lifeguarding or officiating, we have many positions to choose from. See Coyote Careers for current Wellness Center openings.  Students are encouraged to apply through the Coyote Careers website.

Wellness Center Employment Application

Graduate Assistantship Application

Wellness Center Employment Application is for Student Desk Operations Staff, Fitness Instructors, Personal Trainers, Lifeguards, Intramural Referees and Umpires.