Drop-in recreation involves leisure time use of recreational facilities for basketball, volleyball, indoor racquetball, outdoor racquetball, and tennis. Sports equipment is available for checkouts. Reservations for UTEP's playing fields must be made by registered student organizations at the Recreational Sports Department office. A validated UTEP ID must be carried at all times. Sport clubs are open to all students.
Many clubs compete against other schools, while others exist for instruction and recreation.
Current clubs include fencing, men's soccer, water polo, and racquetball. The Department maintains an Outdoor Equipment Center which offers skiing, camping, backpacking, and water sports equipment for minimal rental fees. For information, please call 747-5103 or come by Memorial Gym, Room 103. The Swimming and Fitness Center is one of the finest recreational facilities in the region and offers the University community an outstanding opportunity to participate in a variety of recreational activities. The facility includes two lap swimming pools, one and three-meter diving boards, and an exercise room.