Services
Pro Shop
To check out equipment such as basketballs or badminton racquets for yourself while at the SRC, please stop by the front desk.
- Ab roller
- Agility ladder
- Badminton birdies
- Badminton rackets
- Balance disc
- Belly dancing sarong
- Chalk bags
- Climbing shoes
- Dip belt
- Futsal balls
- Harness package
- Indoor soccer balls
- Jump ropes
- Key locks
- Basketballs
- Pool/shower size towels
- Push up bars
- Racquetball balls
- Racquetball goggles
- Racquetball rackets
- Resistance bands (various strengths)
- Table tennis balls
- Table tennis paddles
- Thera-band resistance bands (various strengths)
- Volleyballs
- Weight belts
- Workout towels
Personal Training
The Student Recreation Center of the University Student Union is excited to offer SRC Members one-on-one personal training sessions with professional trainers who are committed to making sure you get the best out of every workout. With the help of a Personal Trainer in-person at the SRC, you’ll have a program that is unique to you and your personal fitness goals.
If you are interested in receiving some personalized guidance on your fitness journey, head over to the SRC Portal and log in using your CSUN credentials or stop by the SRC front desk to check out the personal training packages that are now available. For additional questions, please contact our Fitness Training Manager, Alfredo Padilla.
SRC staff are ready to perform a range of fitness assessments to determine your body mass index, heart rate, blood pressure, and aerobic fitness level. In addition, wellness information is offered to help you stay healthy while performing to the best of your abilities.
Each one-on-one appointment is conducted by a personal trainer and is personalized to incorporate your specific goals, interests and needs.
Each session is 55 minutes. Sign up at the front desk.
Free 30 minute brief evaluation of one’s personal fitness. Basic body composition measurements will be taken.
Sign up at the Bryan Green Matador Training Zone desk.
Free 30 minute overview of the fitness equipment in all fitness areas in the SRC. Small groups of three to six.
Sign up at the Bryan Green Matador Training Zone desk.
Personal Trainers
David
Certification
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- ACE Sports Performance Specialist
Education
- B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science
Experience
- CSUN Box & Flex GX Instructor
- Exercise program design and instruction for the general population.
- Specializes in program design for strength training, muscle building, and fat loss.
- Park Coordinator and Exercise Director for CSUN’s 3 WINS Fitness.
Goals
- To open a privately owned fitness studio called Defiance Training
Favorite Quote
“Discipline equals freedom.” —Jocko Willink
Brennan
Certifications
- NETA® Certified Personal Trainer
- NETA® Kettlebell Specialty Certification
Education
- Currently pursuing B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science
- Navy Veteran
Experience
- H.I.I.T. training design in group classes
- 1:1 programming for all levels
Goals
- Pursue an M.S. in Athletic Training and/or Doctorate in Physical Therapy
- Work with a professional sports team
Favorite Quote
“Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do” — Bruce Lee.
Certification
- NASM® Certified Personal Trainer
- TRX® Functional Training Coach
- NASM® Women's Fitness Specialist (WFS)
Education
- Currently pursuing B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science
Experience
- Programming exercises and instruction for the general population.
- Specializes in program design for weight loss, postpartum, and pregnancy.
- Experienced in special needs physical activity.
Goals
To help people find their physical activity and get to their fitness goals.
Favorite Quote
“It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” — Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
Certification
- ISSA® Certified Personal Trainer
Education
- Currently pursuing B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science
Experience
- I have 6 months of certified personal training experience, alongside informal practice with friends and family.
Goals
- Continue personal training under my own studio, and eventually in my gym.
Favorite Quote
“Ain’t nothin’ to it but to do it!” — Ronnie Coleman
Certification
- ACE-certified personal trainer
- FMS certified
- CAMTC-certified massage therapist
Education
- Pursuing B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics
Experience
- Programming design for weight loss, strength and muscle gain.
- Postural correction through movement and soft tissue manipulation.
Goals
- To become a Registered Dietitian and lactation consultant.
Favorite Quote
“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” — Vincent Van Gogh
Certification
- NASM® Certified Personal Trainer
Education
- Currently pursuing B.S. in Professional Accountancy
Experience
- Programming exercises and instruction for the general population.
- Specializing in program design for strength training and muscle growth.
- Experienced in functional training with all age groups.
Goals
- To use my knowledge and experience to assist and motivate anyone working toward their personal fitness goals.
Favorite Quote
“Anyone can cook, but only the fearless can be great.” — Chef Gusteau, Ratatouille
Certification
- NASM® Certified Personal Trainer
Education
- Currently pursuing B.S. in Kinesiology, Applied Fitness
Experience
- Have instructed classes ranging from Pilates to HIIT
- Coordinated workout schedules for collegiate athletes
- Specializes in muscular endurance
- Specializes in strength training
Goals
- Pursue M.S. in Kinesiology — Applied Fitness.
- Coach in the International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB)
Favorite Quote
“It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” — Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
Private Instruction
SRC members who are interested in conducting private lessons with a certified instructor can purchase packages at an affordable rate. Private lessons are available in the following formats: yoga, mat pilates, dance, TRX®, or boxing. Sign up at the front desk.
Private Instructors
Words of Inspiration/Quote: “Walk as if you were kissing the earth with your feet” — Thich Nhat Hanh
Training/Education:
- Yogaworks® 500-Hr RYT through
- UpFlying Yoga® Aerial Yoga Level 1
- Shamanic Coach
Current Class Formats:
- Cardio Yoga Flow
- Pranayama & Meditation
- Meditation
- Shamanic Journey
I love life! My dog, the ocean, music and dance are some of my favorites. I’m passionate about sharing opportunities to improve ourselves. In my classes, there is an emphasis on posture and breath with variations to fit all levels of fitness, including members new to group exercise.
Quotes or Words of Inspiration: “Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t—you’re right.” — Henry Ford
Training/Education:
- A.A. in Dance
- Alexandra King School of Dance, Belly Dancing
- AFAA® Practical Group Exercise Training Workshop
- AFAA® Practical Pilates Workshop
- The Schlachte Method-Ballet For All Kids
- YogaFit® Level 1
- Currently pursuing at RYT-200 through Yoga & Ayurveda Center
Current Class Formats:
- Barre Fit
- Belly Dancing
- Mindful Mat Pilates
At heart, I am an artist. I manifest this identity as a yoga teacher (ERYT 500, YACEP), TRX® instructor, personal trainer, graphic designer and Certified Positive Psychology Life Coach. I have pulled from this mosaic of experience to develop innovative programs that uplift the mind and body, including my combination of yoga with TRX® and resistance training and the use of positive psychology in yoga and exercise classes.
Training/Education:
- 500 E-RYT Yoga Alliance
- Masters level certification through Samudra School of Living Yoga
- TRX® Advanced Group Training Course
- Yoga Sport™ Master Instructor
- Kettlebell Concepts, Level 1 Instructor
- StrongFirst Kettlebell Course
- NASM® Certified Personal Trainer
Current Class Formats:
- Power Yoga
- Mandala Yoga
- Cardio Yoga Flow
- Ocean Yoga
- TRX® Yoga
- Yoga Sport™ FX
- Yoga Core & More
- Vinyasa Flow
American Red Cross CPR, AED and First Aid Training
Get American Red Cross Certified for CPR, AED and First Aid in Only One Day
Would you like to learn true lifesaving skills in just one day? The Student Recreation Center of the University Student Union (USU) is offering classes throughout the semester to get you certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. For just $59 per person, you’ll receive hands-on training that will prepare you to recognize and respond appropriately to a variety of cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. This program will teach the skills you need to know to provide immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill adult, child or infant until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Plus, this is an affordable and accessible option for fellow Matadors who need this certification to graduate.
All American Red Cross classes will be held on select Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the USU. Each class is limited to 15 participants. You’ll be provided with workshop equipment including manikins, AEDs (automated external defibrillators), disposable gloves and masks in person.
Register for your chosen class session online or at the SRC Front Desk.
Certification Requirements
- Participate in all course activities
- Demonstrate competency in all required skills
- Successfully participate in an end-of-course scenario(s)
All CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are valid for 2 years from the date of your course completion.
For more information, contact Ryan Hairapetian at 818-677-5804.
Spring 2024
All Classes 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Registration Closes at Class Start Time
- Saturday, Feb. 10
- Saturday, Feb. 24
- Saturday, March 2
- Saturday, March 9
- Saturday, March 16
- Saturday, April 6
- Saturday, April 20
- Saturday, April 27
- Saturday, May 4
- Saturday, May 25
No prerequisites are required
Reservations
Reserve an Event Space at the SRC
To reserve your desired meeting or event space within the Student Recreation Center—including the Turf Field, Oasis Wellness Center and Plaza Pool—please complete the SRC Reservation Request Form and email to srcreservations@csun.edu or visit the SRC front desk.
- Located on the second floor of the SRC.
- Includes three (3) full-length basketball courts.
- The maximum capacity of the space is 348. Each individual court has a capacity of 114.
- Features natural lighting for a well-lit space, retractable basketball backstops and curtain dividers for privacy.
- One full court is equipped with an adjustable rim height for youth basketball.
- Typical activities that can be held in this space are basketball and volleyball.
- Provides ample space for team practices, pick-up games or tournaments.
- Only two (2) courts maximum per reservation.
- Space is not conducive for large groups of spectators.
- Located on the second floor of the SRC.
- Includes one (1) full-length basketball court, two (2) half-size basketball courts, volleyball court and badminton courts.
- Multi-activity court that is conducive for activities such as badminton, volleyball, indoor soccer, basketball and dodgeball.
- The maximum capacity of the space is 252. Each individual court has a capacity of 126.
- Features retractable basketball backstops, curtain divider for privacy, multi-leveled bleacher-style spectator seating and box seating for teams.
- Provides ample space for team practices, pick-up games or tournaments.
- Located on the first floor of the SRC, next to the Total Training Zone.
- Includes floor to ceiling mirrored walls, dance barres and an AV system for music.
- The maximum capacity for this space is 65.
- Typically used for group exercise classes such as yoga, Zumba and HIIT training.
- Provides ample space for dance practices.
- 18,000 square-foot space adjacent to the SRC building which contains the Rec Pool and the Rec Pool deck event area.
- Pool is four (4) feet deep and 25 yards across.
- The maximum capacity for the pool is 370. The maximum capacity for the Rec Pool deck event area is 204.
- Rec Pool has lane swimming on one end and open recreation on the other end. The pool also has an ADA chair lift.
- Our Wibit inflatable obstacle course is also available for individuals to use on the open recreation swimming side.
- The Rec Pool deck is equipped with cabanas, pool chairs for lounging and speakers surrounding the space for music.
- Typically used for lap swimming, open recreation swimming and swim lessons.
- The entire Rec Pool cannot be rented out. A portion must remain available for open recreation.
- 130,000 square-foot space located outside the east end of the SRC building and adjacent to Zelzah Avenue.
- Includes two (2) half fields for separate games, soccer goals, bleacher seating and a quality sports lighting system for evening/night activities.
- Typically used for soccer, flag football, softball and frisbee.
- Provides ample space for team practices, pick-up games and tournaments.
- Located below the USU Computer Lab, next to the Plaza Pool
- Activities include: retreats, meditation, yoga, and wellness workshops
- Outdoor area includes lounge space, patios, gardens and a labyrinth
Serenity Conference Room
- Sits 12 to 15 (theater style seating)
Vitality Conference Room
- Sits 8
Relaxation Room
- Sits 7
Indoor Lounge
- Sits 15 to 20
Private Treatment Room
- Sits 2 to 3
Outdoor Lounge
- Sits 12 to 15
Radiance Square
- Sits 20 to 30 (amphitheater style concrete seats)
Contemplation Zen Garden
- Sits 15 to 20
Reflection Patio
- Sits 10 to 12
- Located on the first floor of the SRC
- Rock Wall: 46.5 ft. (three stories)
- Bouldering Section: 13 ft.
- Max Capacity: 45
- Activities include: belay, climbing, and bouldering
- Rock Wall is equipped with 12 rope anchors, auto belays, and a repelling ledge
- Includes padded mats for supported landing
- Located between the Oasis Wellness Center and the Grand Salon
- Outdoor pool with six available lanes for lap swimming
- Chairs are available on the pool deck
- Max Capacity: 158
- Men’s & Women’s locker room equipped with showers, lockers and restrooms
- Conducive for swim events and swim practices
- Located on the second floor of the SRC, next to the Determination Studio
- Includes floor to ceiling mirrored walls and an Audio/Visual system for music
- Max Capacity: 35
- Typically used for Group Exercise classes such as cycling and yoga
- Can accommodate private Group Exercise Classes
- Located on the second floor of the SRC, between the Inspiration Studio & Racquetball Court
- Includes floor to ceiling mirrored walls and an Audio/Visual system for music
- Max Capacity: 25
- Typically used for Group Exercise classes such as boxing and TRX®
- Can accommodate private Group Exercise classes
- You must be a registered authorized contact for your organization in order for your reservation request to be accepted.
- Requests for special events should be submitted no less than thirty (30) business days before the event.
- Reservation times cannot conflict with scheduled SRC programs (Open recreation, Intramurals, Sport Clubs practices, USU programs).
- Upon submission, allow up to three (3) business days for processing.
Lockers
Need a spot to store your gear while you work out? The SRC provides secure lockers for your personal use so you can hit the gym knowing your belongings are safe! Full size, quarter size, half size, and ADA (reserved for those that meet qualifications) half size lockers are available for day use in the locker rooms on a first come, first serve basis. All full-size lockers are for day use only. Lockers are available for rent on a term basis for members with a term membership.
Towels
Towels are required in all Fitness Zones but don’t worry, the SRC has got you covered! Workout size towels are available free of charge, just pick one up at the Pro Shop or any of the Fitness Zone counters. Towel service is available for pool/shower-size towels for a small fee. Enrollment into the towel service can be done at the Membership Services Desk or the Pro Shop. Towel service is available on a term basis for members with a term membership. Please see the full list of rules and regulations for towels below.
Accessibility
Accessibility accommodation can be found in all locations within the SRC, from the Studios, to the bleacher seating of the Red Ring Courts, all three training zones, the locker rooms, and the Rec Pool.
- Dual adjustable cable pulley (very versatile and easily accessible) — can wheel in the front and can adjust cable easily and can also ask a fitness assistant for assistance.
- Free weight area with adjustable benches and chairs, dumbbells, weighted bars, kettlebells, etc
- Stretching area: mats, stability balls, ballast balls, medicine balls, etc
- Arm curl
- Ab crunch
- Human sport equipment line:
- Six machines — All of the machines have lots of room around them and pulley can move in every direction. The names of the specific human sport equipment:
- Arm curl and Ab crunch
- Pull and lift
- Total delts and rear row
- Shoulder and Chest
- Pulley and lat
- Total legs
- Six machines — All of the machines have lots of room around them and pulley can move in every direction. The names of the specific human sport equipment:
- 2 Upper body ergometers (UBE): Arm bikes; first row of cardio equipment, last two pieces on the north side of room
- Dual adjustable pulley — can wheel in the front and can adjust cable easily and can also ask a fitness assistant for assistance (location: up against the north glass wall)
- Free weight area with adjustable benches and chairs, dumbbells, weighted bars, kettlebells, etc
- Multigym: has adjustable pulleys and attachments
- Northeast corner stretch area: mats, stability balls, stretching equipment, ab crunch
- Multigym: adjustable pulleys and attachments
- Medicine balls, weighted bars, kettlebells, etc
- Uppercut bag and speed bags are ADA accessible
- TRX® suspension trainers are ADA accessible
- 180 degree pool lift at the Rec pool
- Mat Arena — accessibility seating at the Mezzanine floor
- Handicap lockers
- Two elevators