Membership and Passes

Memberships and passes are available for the Recreation Center. A membership or pass is required to participate in most programs offered by Campus Recreation.

Benefits

• Semester and Annual membership holders may utilize the Recreation Center during informal recreation hours.

Eligibility

• CSU Channel Islands' students*, faculty & staff**, alumni, CSU affiliates and community members*** are eligible to obtain a daily pass and memberships.

Fee Chart

Semester Membership

Fall 2025: August 23, 2025 - December 18, 2025

Spring 2026: January 24, 2026 - May 22, 2026

Summer Use
_{Summer 2026: June 1, 2026 - August 18, 2026}

Annual Membership

Registration Procedures

To become a Member or Pass holder please follow the link below.

Steps for CI Students

CI Students:

1. 2025 - 2026 Student Campus Recreation Membership

Non-Fee Paying International Students:

1. 2025 - 2026 Student Campus Recreation Membership
2. Payment

Steps for CI Faculty and Staff:

1. Faculty/Staff Recreation Center Membership Application
2. Payment

CI Alumni, Community Members, & CSU Affiliates:

1. CSUCI Community Rec Center Waiver
2. Pay Fee

QUICKLINK to Payment Selections

General Membership Questions

What is a Dolphin Passport membership?
A Dolphin Passport membership is a Campus Recreation membership that allows eligible participants to access the Recreation Center and participate in most Campus Recreation programs and services.

Who is eligible to use the Recreation Center?
CSUCI students, faculty/staff, alumni, CSU affiliates, and sponsored community members are eligible to obtain memberships or passes for Recreation Center access.

Do CSUCI students have to pay for access to the Rec Center?
Most CSUCI students receive free access as long as they have paid the applicable campus recreation fees.

What is included with a semester membership?
Semester membership holders may use the Recreation Center during informal recreation hours and access most Campus Recreation programs and services.

Can alumni purchase an annual membership?
No. Alumni may purchase daily passes or semester memberships, but annual memberships are not currently offered to alumni/community members.

What is the difference between a daily pass and a semester membership?
A daily pass allows access for one day only, while a semester membership provides access throughout the academic semester.

Are Campus Recreation memberships refundable?
The membership page does not list a refund policy. Participants should contact Campus Recreation directly for refund questions.

Can someone use the Rec Center without being a student?
Yes. Faculty/staff, alumni, CSU affiliates, and sponsored community members may purchase memberships or daily passes.

Student Eligibility & Access

What do students need to show at check-in?
Students must present a valid CI Student ID.

Can part-time students use the Recreation Center?
Yes. Part-time students are eligible if they are Dolphin Passport holders and meet participation requirements.

Do international students receive free memberships?
Not automatically. Non-fee-paying international students must complete the separate membership payment process listed on the Campus Recreation website.

What happens if a student has not paid campus recreation fees?
They may not receive free membership access until the required campus fees are paid.

Are graduate students eligible for membership benefits?
Yes. Graduate students are eligible to participate if they are valid Dolphin Passport holders.

Can a student bring a guest to the Rec Center?
Yes, but guests/community members must be sponsored by a current student or paid faculty/staff member and pay the required daily use fee.

If a student graduates mid-semester, can they continue using the facility?
The website does not specifically address this situation. Students should contact Campus Recreation for clarification regarding continued access after graduation.

Faculty, Staff & Community Questions

How much does a faculty/staff membership cost?
Faculty/staff memberships cost:

• $10 daily pass
• $75 semester membership
• $140 annual membership

Why is the summer membership free for faculty/staff?
Campus Recreation waives the summer membership fee for registered CI faculty/staff members.

Can a community member purchase a membership without a sponsor?
No. Community members must be sponsored by a current CI student or paid faculty/staff member.

Who can sponsor a community member?
A current CSUCI student, faculty member, or staff member may sponsor a community member.

What identification is required for community members?
Community members must provide a valid photo ID at check-in.

Can CSU affiliates access the Recreation Center?
Yes. CSU affiliates are eligible to obtain memberships and passes.

Are retirees considered alumni or faculty/staff for memberships?
The website does not specifically define retiree classifications. Retirees should contact Campus Recreation to determine eligibility status.

Facility Usage & Policies

What are the Rec Center hours during finals week?
During Finals Week:

• Monday–Wednesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Thursday–Friday: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Is the Rec Center open during holidays?
The Recreation Center closes during certain holidays including Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day Weekend, and others listed on the website.

What happens if the facility closes unexpectedly?
Campus Recreation posts modified hours and closure notices online. Hours and access policies are subject to change.

Are there different hours during summer?
Yes. Summer hours are reduced:

• Monday–Friday: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

What should members do if they lose their ID card?
Members should contact the appropriate university office to replace their ID and may need to verify identity with Campus Recreation staff.

Can members reserve spaces in the Rec Center?
Yes. Campus Recreation provides facility reservation forms and court/field scheduling information online.

What programs require a membership or pass?
Most Campus Recreation programs and services require a valid membership or pass.

Scenario-Based Questions

A student forgot their student ID but says they paid fees. Can they still enter?
Staff should follow Campus Recreation check-in procedures. Students are normally required to present a valid CI Student ID for entry.

A community member arrives without their sponsor present. What should staff do?
Staff should verify whether sponsorship requirements have been completed before allowing access. Community members must meet sponsorship requirements and pay applicable fees.

A faculty member wants to use the Rec Center over summer break. Do they need to pay?
Registered CI faculty/staff members receive waived summer membership fees.

A student’s friend from another university wants to work out with them. Is this allowed?
Possibly, if the visitor qualifies as a sponsored community member, presents valid photo ID, and pays the required fee.

Someone becomes argumentative after being denied entry. What is the appropriate staff response?
Staff should remain professional, explain the applicable policy, avoid escalating the situation, and contact professional staff if needed. Campus Recreation expects respectful conduct from participants.

A participant asks why they cannot access a program without a membership. How should staff explain the policy?
Staff should explain that Campus Recreation memberships or passes are required for most programs and facility access.

A member says they didn’t know the hours changed during finals week. Where should staff direct them?
Staff should direct them to the Campus Recreation website and posted facility schedules for updated hours and closures.

A sports club officer wants to host a practice but none of the participants have memberships. What should happen?
Participants must meet Campus Recreation eligibility and membership requirements before participating in official sports club activities or facility use.