Requests for facility reservations should be submitted in writing at least two weeks in advance. Submission of a space request form does not confirm a reservation. All reservations are considered on a first-come, first-serve basis. A rental fee may be charged for Recreation Center facilities. A complete list of spaces and a schedule are available below.
To request a reservation, please complete the online space request form at least two weeks prior to the event date. Please do not advertise your planned event until a written confirmation is received.
To view the current schedule of reservations, please visit EMS.
Current reservation rates are effective August 19, 2024, through August 17, 2025. New rates will take effect beginning August 18, 2025.
Reservation Rates
| SPACE | RICE STUDENT/CLUB/ORGS | DEPARTMENT* | SPONSORED | NON-PROFIT** | ALUMNI, RETIREE, COMMUNITY | GENERAL NOTES/FIELD USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multipurpose Room 1 | $0 | $50/hr | $75/hr | $100/hr | $150/hr |
View membership manual for policies |
| Multipurpose Room 2 | $0 | $50/hr | $75/hr | $100/hr | $150/hr |
View membership manual for policies |
| Classroom 160 A | $0 | $0 |
$75/hr $450/day |
$100/hr $600/day |
$150/hr $900/day |
|
| Classroom 220 | $0 | $0 |
$75/hr $450/day |
$100/hr $600/day |
$150/hr $900/day |
|
| Multipurpose Room 4 | $0 |
$100/hr $600/day |
$150/hr $900/day |
$200/hr $1200/day |
$300/hr $1800/day |
Additional floor covering fee may apply. MPR4 Lobby fee waived. |
| Multipurpose Room 4 Lobby | $0 | $25/hr | $50/hr | $75/hr | $100/hr | |
| Racquetball/
Squash Court |
$0 | $0 | $30/hr | $45/hr | $60/hr |
|
| Tennis Courts | $0 | $20/hr per court | $30/hr per court | $40/hr per court | $50/hr per court | |
| Recreational Pool | $0*** | $100/hr*** | $200/hr*** | $300/hr | $400/hr*** | Two hour minimum rental time. Rental rate does not include the lifeguard rate. Priority will be given to Rice community members. Note: One of the two pools must be free of special events during the time of rental. Rentals are only available during select times of the week. |
| Competition Pool (Short) | $0 |
$15/hr per lane*** $300/hr for 20 lanes*** |
$20/hr per lane*** $400/hr for 20 lanes*** |
$25 per lane*** $500/hr for 20 lanes*** |
$30/hr per lane*** $600/hr for 20 lanes*** |
Two hour minimum rental time. Rental rate does not include the lifeguard rate. Priority will be given to Rice community members. Note: One of the two pools must be free of special events during the time of rental. Rentals are only available during select times of the week. |
| Competition Pool (Long) | $0 |
$35/hr per lane*** $280/hr for 8 lanes*** |
$50/hr per lane*** $400/hr for 8 lanes*** |
$65/hr per lane*** $520/hr for 8 lanes*** |
$75/hr per lane*** $680/hr for 8 lanes*** |
Two hour minimum rental time. Rental rate does not include the lifeguard rate. Priority will be given to Rice community members. Note: One of the two pools must be free of special events during the time of rental. Rentals are only available during select times of the week. |
| Wet Classroom | $0 | $0 |
$75/hr $450/day |
$100/hr $600/day |
$150/hr $900/day |
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| Gym 1 | $0 | $50/hr | $100/hr | $200/hr | $300/hr | A/B |
| Gym 2 | $0 | $50/hr | $100/hr | $200/hr | $300/hr | A/B |
| MAC Gym | $0 | $50/hr | $100/hr | $200/hr | $300/hr | Intramural Sports have first priority |
| O'Connor Field | $0 |
$40/hr $320/day |
$80/hr $600/day |
$120/hr $600/day |
$160/hr $1000/day |
Lacrosse/ Flag/ Ultimate**** |
| Field 2 | $0 |
$40/hr $320/day |
$80/hr $600/day |
$120/hr $600/day |
$160/hr $1000/day |
Flag/ Ultimate**** |
| Field 3 | $0 |
Daytime: $40/hr Evening: $50/hr $400/day |
Daytime: $80/hr Evening: $130/hr $1040/day |
Daytime: $120/hr Evening: $170/hr $1360/day |
Daytime: $160/hr Evening: $235/hr $1880/day |
Lighted - Soccer/ Flag/ Ultimate/ Lacrosse/ Softball**** |
| Field 4 | $0 |
$40/hr $320/day |
$80/hr $600/day |
$120/hr $600/day |
$160/hr $1000/day |
Rugby**** |
| Field 5 | $0 |
$40/hr $320/day |
$80/hr $600/day |
$120/hr $600/day |
$160/hr $1000/day |
SM Soccer/ Open**** |
| Field 6 | $0 |
Daytime: $40/hr Evening: $50/hr $400/day |
Daytime: $80/hr Evening: $130/hr $1040/day |
Daytime: $120/hr Evening: $170/hr $1360/day |
Daytime: $160/hr Evening: $235/hr $1880/day |
Lighted - Flag/ Ultimate/ Lacrosse**** |
| Outdoor Basketball Court | $0 | $15/hr | $25/hr |
$50/hr |
$75/hr |
A/B |
| Open Early/Close Late Fee for Facility | $50/hr | $75/hr | $100/hr | $150/hr | $200/hr | Requires at least 2 weeks notice |
*To qualify for the dept. rate, 100% of the participants must be from the Rice community.
**To qualify for the sponsored rate, the event must be sanctioned and approved by Rice University (Athletic dept. sponsored sports camps fall into this category). To qualify for the non-profit rate, proof of 501c status is required.
***During Operating Hours Lifeguard Rate: $25 per hour for groups up to 25 people, $50 per hour for groups of 26-50 people, $75 per hour for groups of 51-75 people. (Fee will vary outside operating hours)
****$100 fee per field will apply to all field lining requests.
Additional notes
• Non-Rec Center members will be required to purchase a $10 guest pass whether using the facility or attending an event.
• All reservations must be made in writing and are not confirmed until a written confirmation is sent to the event coordinator.
• A cancellation fee will be assessed for any reservation request that is not cancelled at least 5 business days prior to the event.
• The licensee must purchase liability insurance to cover a minimum of $1,000,000.
A 25% deposit is due 30 days prior to the reservation time. The balance is due 72 hours before the scheduled reservation time. After the 30 day request, there will be a 50% deposit. The balance is due 72 hours before the scheduled reservation time.
For further questions about making a reservation or holding an event at the Recreation Center, please contact: ricerec@rice.edu