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MUN Gym: The Works Field House, Hours and Student Access

The Works runs Memorial University's recreation facilities in St. John's, including the Field House and the Aquarena. Students on the St. John's campus normally pay a recreation fee of $73.98 a semester in tuition, which gives free access to the Field House, its 200 m indoor track, courts, fitness classes and MUN pool lane swims. From September 6, 2026, the Field House is open 5:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday.

Sources checked October 3, 2026. View sources

Check and use your student access

  • Check your account summary in Student Self-Service at my.mun.ca. If "Student Recreation Fee" is listed for the term, you have access.
  • If it isn't there, you can opt in through the Cashier's Office.
  • Access switches on automatically each semester: fall runs September 1 to December 31 and winter January 1 to April 30.
  • You need a MUN Campus Card. Request it online in my.mun.ca under the Students tab, then Request a Card.
  • Show your student ID at the Field House desk to get a wristband. Without photo ID you won't get in.
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What the recreation fee covers

  • The Field House, with a 6-lane, 200 m indoor walking and running track.
  • Basketball, pickleball, volleyball, badminton and table tennis.
  • Fitness classes, including spin and water fitness, and fitness studios.
  • Lane swims at the MUN pool.
The Works: MUN and MI students

Fall 2026 hours

When checked, the Aquarena's upper and lower fitness centre was closed for renovations.

Fall 2026 hours
FacilityMon to ThuFriSat and Sun
Field House5:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.5:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.7:45 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Aquarena6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.6 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Booking courts and what to bring

  • Book courts up to 6 days ahead online or at 709-864-4422. Bookings are 50 minutes.
  • Bring your own rackets and balls; The Works doesn't supply sports equipment.
  • Non-marking indoor shoes are required in the Field House.
  • Bring a lock for changeroom lockers; some lockers take two quarters.
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Sources and updates

This independent guide summarizes the official information linked below. Availability, access rules and application cycles can change; check the relevant university page before making a decision.