Beckerman Recreation Center Membership

  • Student Memberships – Academic Year
    • During the Academic Year, the Beckerman Recreation Center membership fee for all current full-time and part-time University of New Haven students is included in their student fees.
    • To activate a new student membership, please follow the instructions provided on your Road Map or below in the Membership Portal section.
    Student Memberships – Summer Intersession

    University of New Haven students wishing to access the facility during the Summer Intersession between the spring semester and the fall semester are eligible to purchase a Student Summer Membership to the Beckerman Recreation Center.

    • Students who who are enrolled in summer courses and/or for the upcoming fall semester are eligible to purchase a Summer Student Membership.
    • Proof of enrollment in summer courses and/or for the upcoming fall semester will be required at the time of Membership purchase.
    • Payment is required in full, at the time of activation with a check or card (debit or credit, excluding American Express).
    Student Summer Intersession Fees - Day Passes*
    Summer Session 1 Summer Session 2 Full Summer Day Pass
    Date Range Spring Commencement thru the end of Summer Session 1 End of Summer Session 1 thru the start of the Academic Year Spring Commencement thru the start of the Academic Year Only valid on the date of purchase; multiple visits are permitted on the date of purchase.
    Fee $30 $30 $50 $10/Visit

    *Prices subject to change.

  • Faculty And Staff Memberships

    All current University of New Haven Faculty and Staff are eligible to purchase a Faculty/Staff Membership to the Beckerman Recreation Center.

    In order to be eligible to purchase the following memberships, you must be a current employee at the University of New Haven. Our Membership Team will create your membership profile and email you when you may come to activate your membership at the Beckerman Recreation Center Welcome Desk.

    Please note: Sodexo, Centers LLC, part-time, adjunct, and any other non-University of New Haven employees are not eligible to enroll in payroll deductions. All non-University of New Haven full-time employees may only choose to enroll in a Monthly Repetitive or 12-Month Upfront membership.

    Faculty/Staff Membership Application


    Payroll Deduction
    • A Payroll Deduction Membership is a monthly, repetitive membership for current, full-time University of New Haven employees. Proof of employment may be required at the time of activation.
    • $12 per month paid directly from Member’s paycheck through the Payroll Office.
    • Payroll deduction for monthly fees will remain active until cancelled through the Membership Cancellation Form (see “Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation” below).
    • Add-Ons Available with Payroll Deduction Membership
      • Up to 5 Dependent Memberships for $20 per month each (see “Dependent Memberships” below).
    Monthly Repetitive
    • A Monthly Repetitive Membership is a monthly, repetitive membership for current University of New Haven employees. Proof of employment may be required at the time of activation.
    • $12 per month paid directly from the Member’s credit card saved to their RecAuto profile.
    • Repetitive charges for my monthly fees will remain active until canceled through the Membership Cancellation Form (see “Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation” below).
    • Add-Ons Available with Payroll Deduction Membership
      • Up to 5 Dependent Memberships for $20 per month each (see “Dependent Memberships” below).
    12-Month Upfront
    • A 12-Month Upfront is a paid in full membership for current University of New Haven employees. Proof of employment may be required at the time of activation.
    • One-time cost of $144. This membership requires payment in full, at the time of activation with a check or card (debit or credit, excluding American Express).
    • Membership expires 12 months from the date of purchase.
      • Upfront memberships are not eligible for cancellation (see “Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation” below).
    • Add-Ons Available with a 12-Month Upfront Membership
      • Up to 5 Dependent Memberships for $240 each for 12 months from the date of purchase (see “Dependent Memberships” below).
    Day Passes

    Single day pass for current University of New Haven Faculty and Staff or current University of New Haven Students during Summer Intersession.

    • Must have University ID, proof of employment, or proof of enrollment at the time of purchase.
    • $7 per Day Pass – only valid on the date of purchase. This requires payment in full, at the time of activation with a check or card (debit or credit, excluding American Express).
    • Multiple visits are permitted on the date of purchase.
    University of New Haven Alumni

    All University of New Haven Alumni are eligible to purchase an Alumni Membership to the Beckerman Recreation Center. A Beckerman Recreation Center Memberships includes full access to our facility during operating hours, GroupX Classes, Intramural pop-ups and leagues, and special events.

    • An Alumni Membership is a monthly, repetitive membership.
    • $25 per month paid directly from the Member’s credit card saved to their RecAuto profile
    • Repetitive charges for my monthly fees will remain active until canceled through the Membership Cancellation Form (see “Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation” below).

    Parking: Alumni members may park in the Maxcy Visitor Lot.

    Lockers: Alumni members are not eligible to purchase a locker, but may use day use lockers and locker rooms during their visits.

    In order to be eligible to purchase the Alumni membership, you must complete our Membership Application and provide proof of graduation. Our Membership Team will create your membership profile and email you when you may come to complete your payment and sign your agreement at the Beckerman Recreation Center Welcome Desk.

    Apply for a Beckerman Recreation Center Alumni Membership here.

    Faculty/Staff Retiree Memberships

    All University of New Haven Retirees are eligible to purchase a Retiree Membership to the Beckerman Recreation Center. A Beckerman Recreation Center Memberships includes full access to our facility during operating hours, GroupX Classes, Intramural pop-ups and leagues, and special events.

    • A Retiree Membership is a monthly, repetitive membership.
    • $20 per month paid directly from the Member’s credit card saved to their RecAuto profile.
    • Repetitive charges for my monthly fees will remain active until canceled through the Membership Cancellation Form (see “Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation” below).

    In order to be eligible to purchase the Retiree membership, you must provide proof of employment. Our Membership Team will create your membership profile and email you when you may come to complete your payment and sign your agreement at the Beckerman Recreation Center Welcome Desk.

    Apply for a Beckerman Recreation Center Retiree Membership here.

    Guest Passes

    Information coming soon!

    • Any membership may be canceled within seven (7) days from the activation date with a full refund. Beyond the 7 day cancellation policy, please see membership-specific cancellation policies below.
    • Members must provide written proof of cancellation by submitting a Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation Form
    • A confirmation email will be sent to the provided email address within five (5) business days of submitting the cancellation form, notifying the Member of their official cancellation date.
    • Any charges posted on the account during the cancellation process will be the responsibility of the Member.
      • Members are responsible for any current balances at time of cancellation.
      • Any exceptions to the cancellation policy must be authorized by the Director of Campus Recreation.
      • The Department of Campus Recreation reserves the right to make a judgment decision on any cancellation and/or refund scenarios not addressed in this policy.
      • Refunds will not be given for lack of use.
      • Membership refunds will not be given for Holiday/event closings, facility/ emergency closures, etc.
      • Memberships that are three (3) months overdue will be terminated. All charges and balances will be the responsibility of the member.
      • Any guest who violates any policy or procedure and has to be removed from the facility will not be given a refund.
    • The cancellation process is dependent on membership and payment type. See specifics below.
      • For Faculty/Staff Payroll Deduction Cancellations, upon receiving the cancellation form, Member will be assigned an official cancellation date and an official cancellation form will be sent to the Business Office to end payroll deduction. The exact end date of payroll deduction will be determined by the business office.
      • Faculty and staff ending their affiliation with the University of New Haven must cancel their membership upon leaving the University; otherwise they will be responsible for any charges on the account.
      • Members who purchase a 12-Month Upfront Membership are not eligible for early cancellation or refund.
      • Any faculty staff member that is no longer employed by the University, with the exception of retirees, will be provided a refund for the prorated portions of their unused membership.
      • Guest and Day-Use passes will be provided refunds only during emergency/unanticipated closures.

    Membership & Locker Rental Cancellation Form

  • The link below allows current Beckerman Recreation Center Members to pay fees, sign agreements and waivers, register for programs, reserve courts, and more! Please visit our ChargerREC portal for announcements and upcoming programs.

    To obtain a username and password or to reset your password, please email ChargerREC@newhaven.edu.

    ChargerREC Member Portal

    Activating Student Memberships - Academic Year
    How to register (18 years of age or older)
    1. Follow the Member Portal link above
    2. Click “Access My Account,” next to “First time here?”
    3. Fill in your first and last name followed by your University of New Haven email address.
    4. You will receive a verification code to use to access your account.
    5. Review and sign the Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability Agreement.
    6. Please also fill out the emergency contact section to continue to activate your account.
    7. You will finalize your account on your first visit to the facility where we will take your profile picture.
    How to register (Under 18 years of age)

    If you will be under 18 years of age when you come to campus, please follow the instructions below to access your account.

    1. Share this link with your parent/guardian for them to sign your Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability Agreement.
    2. Once the agreement is signed, you (the student) should visit the Beckerman Recreation Center during hours of operation and ask the staff what your next steps are to activate your membership and take your profile picture.