About This Listing
The Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC) is a university-affiliated recreation facility in Columbus, Ohio, operated by Ohio State University’s Recreation and Physical Activity Center. Situated at 337 Annie and John Glenn Avenue, it serves students, faculty, and the broader community with a focus on fitness, sports, and wellness. The center is part of a larger network of university recreation facilities, offering both competitive and recreational opportunities. The facility supports a range of activities, including intramural and club sports, group fitness classes, and open gym access. It features multiple courts for basketball and volleyball, along with strength training areas, cardio equipment, and pools for swimming and water aerobics. Membership options vary, with some programs open to the public while others are restricted to university affiliates. The center’s hours vary by season, typically operating extended hours during academic terms but with reduced availability during breaks. Accessibility accommodations are provided, though specific details would require checking the official website or contacting staff directly. Visitors can find practical information on the center’s website or by calling +1 614-292-7671. The site includes details on membership types, facility hours, and available programs. First-time visitors should verify whether their intended activity requires a reservation or specific membership. The center has received high ratings from users, reflecting its role as a well-regarded resource for fitness and recreation in Columbus.
Located in Columbus, Ohio, this sports club offers quality facilities and services for sports enthusiasts.
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What visitors are saying
“Great recreation center that gives students plenty of options to get a workout in! The walkways are fairly open and can be easy to access through different points in the facility. With a pool, sauna, three floors of equipment and food, there is plenty to choose from. One downside is, during busy hours, it can get crowded which makes it harder to get through.”
— Kayla H. · ★★★★☆ · 2022-11-14
“Huge gym, lots of options for everyone. Clean environment, friendly staff and good food. Pools are the best! I especially like this gym because it allows sunlight very well.”
— Elif A. · ★★★★★ · 2020-3-14
“super clean and i dont really have complaints, this place simply reminds me of synchro practice and kind of scares me :/(attached photo is competition pool)”
— Cecilia Z. · ★★★★☆ · 2025-8-7
“This place is closed too much. For example, this year July 4th is a Friday. OK I can almost understand closing that day, but the entire weekend? Ridiculous. And what about closing a whole week in May every year for a u201cdeep cleaningu2026??u201d The place is dead that time of year anyway, canu2019t you u201ccleanu201d and still be open? Many other examples of inexplicably closing a recreation and fitness facility (and it ainu2019t cheap, eith”
— phorse39 · ★☆☆☆☆
“I had a really negative experience tonight. I placed an order at the restaurant in the RPAC at 7:00. My GrubHub app informed me the order would be ready for pickup at 8:13. When I showed up at 8:10 and started walking in, two employees approached me and told me I had to leave. I was told that the building closed at 8:00, and when I asked if I could grab my food, the young man told me it was all thrown away. He had bl”
— Audrey S. · ★☆☆☆☆ · 2024-12-9
“Multiple cockroaches in the locker rooms for months nowu2026 See pictures from various days within 2 weeks. Also, $15 for me to bring a guest seems excessiveu2026”
— Mara B. · ★☆☆☆☆ · 2024-6-25
“Absolutely love this gym, truly state of the art facility, well laid out and set up for just about any kind of workout.”
— T. M. · ★★★★★
“Great atmosphere friendly people Ohio State University is awesome”
— cynthia j. · ★★★★★ · 2025-6-19
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Recreation and Physical Activity Center located?
Recreation and Physical Activity Center is located at Recreation and Physical Activity Ctr, 337 Annie and John Glenn Ave, Columbus, OH 43210, United States. It is in Columbus, Ohio.
What is the phone number for Recreation and Physical Activity Center?
You can call Recreation and Physical Activity Center at +1 614-292-7671.
What are the hours of Recreation and Physical Activity Center?
Recreation and Physical Activity Center is open as follows: Monday 5:30u202famu201312u202fam; Tuesday 5:30u202famu201312u202fam; Wednesday 5:30u202famu201312u202fam; Thursday 5:30u202famu201312u202fam; Friday 5:30u202famu201312u202fam; Saturday 8u202famu201312u202fam; Sunday 10u202famu201312u202fam. Hours may change on holidays — call ahead to confirm.
How is Recreation and Physical Activity Center rated?
Recreation and Physical Activity Center has an average rating of 4.8/5 from 1097 customer reviews on Google.
Does Recreation and Physical Activity Center have a website?
Yes. Recreation and Physical Activity Center's official website is https://recsports.osu.edu/fam/Facilities/rpac.
