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UM Unveils $165M Mega Gym: Climbing Walls to Social Lounges
18 Jun
Summary
- University of Michigan opened a new $165 million recreational facility.
- The five-level center features a climbing center and social lounges.
- Construction took three years due to labor competition in Ann Arbor.
The University of Michigan has officially opened its highly anticipated Hadley Family Recreation and Wellness Center. This state-of-the-art, five-level facility spans 200,000 square feet and represents a $165 million investment in student well-being. Replacing the former Central Campus Recreational Building, the new center was under construction for three years, a timeline extended by local labor competition.
Students are now exploring the extensive offerings, which include a 52-foot climbing center, a cycling studio, an indoor track, aquatic facilities, and racquetball courts. Unique features like treadmill desks in social lounges aim to blend study and fitness.
The facility, originally slated for a two-year construction period, finally opened its doors after three years of development in Ann Arbor. It is accessible to students, faculty, staff, retirees, and alumni on a membership basis, with extended hours during the academic year.
