Campus Recreation
Lerner Health & Wellness Center
2301 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
recreation
gwu [dot] edu (recreation[at]gwu[dot]edu) • (202) 994-1532 • Contact Us
Campus Recreation provides programming for the university's diverse community in the areas of intramural and sport clubs, fitness and wellness instruction and informal recreational opportunities.
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OUR SERVICES
Lerner Health & Wellness Center
Located at 23rd & G Streets, the 189,000 square foot Lerner Health and Wellness Center (LHWC) is available to faculty, staff, students, alumni and community affiliates. Visit the LHWC page to learn more about the fitness center layout and equipment and space rentals, and LHWC policies.
Fitness & Wellness
Campus Recreation offers various programs to promote the health and fitness of GW students and LHWC members. Workout in our state-of-the-art fitness center, take a group fitness class, weight train with a personal trainer or customize your fitness routine. Want to take it outside? Explore D.C. with our scenic walking/running routes around the District.
Recreation Programming
Many GW Students want to stay active while in college, but without the commitment of participation in a varsity sport. This is your chance to do so! Explore our intramural sports, clubs sports and outdoor recreation programming.
Memberships
Access to the Lerner Health and Wellness Center is free for full-time GW students.
Memberships are available for purchase for Faculty and Staff, Alumni, and local Community members.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I reserve a court and check the court schedules?
Court reservations are made online through our platform, DSE rec.
The full facility schedule, including court availability, is also available on DSE.
- Are lockers available for use or rent?
Yes, we have single day lockers for free and rental lockers available for a small charge.
Day-Use Lockers
Single-day use lockers are available on the Fitness Center and Lower Levels, in the general locker rooms and hallway areas. Complimentary locks can be borrowed at the front desk.
Rental Lockers
Students: Semester-long rentals available on DSE.
Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Community Members: Monthly rentals available on DSE.
- Can I purchase a membership if I am not a student?
Maybe. Memberships are available for GW Faculty/Staff. A limited number of memberships are also available for local community members. See our membership page for full details about eligibility.
- Can I purchase a day pass?
GW Faculty/Staff can purchase single day passes.
- Can I take a tour of the facility?
Yes, students visiting GW and prospective members may ask for a tour at the Welcome Desk. Our team members will be happy to show you around.
- Can students pay extra for access to the President's Club?
The President's Club is limited to Faculty/Staff, Alumni, and Community members.
- Can my spouse or partner purchase a membership?
Spouses and partners are only eligible to purchase a membership if they meet the community membership eligibility criteria.
- Can I bring my pet to Lerner?
Only service animals are permitted in the facility.
- Can children purchase a membership?
Enrolled GW students may use the facility if they are under 18. Otherwise, community memberships are limited to individuals aged 18 and above.
- Do I need a membership to enroll in Personal Training?
Yes, you must have an active facility membership in order to register and utilize Personal Training services at Lerner.