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    Hello NIRSA! I am excited to share that applications for NIRSA's Student Leadership Team are now open! We will be accepting applications through January 30 for these prestigious leadership positions with terms running from May 1, 2026-April 30, 2027. This is a great ...

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    Hi Ryan, A few things I'd recommend based on common campus rec and sports turf standards: Field maintenance: Keep a simple but consistent maintenance plan. Regular mowing (2–3"), aeration, overseeding, and keeping an eye on drainage will go a long ...

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    Hello! I'm reaching out today to share that Director and Volunteer applications are now open for the 2026 NIRSA Regional Basketball Championships . If you're interested in getting involved in one of the tournaments listed below, I encourage you ...

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    Hello, I hope you are doing well and looking forward to the end of the Fall semester! YSU Campus Recreation may be acquiring an on-campus field for our intramurals and club sports areas. Can anyone please share any recommendations on field maintenance, ...

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    Hello Michelle, I never had a student group request to do free diving training. However, I have trained in freediving myself in the past and had a long career as a swim coach where hypoxic training has been a serious topic of discussion. I would treat ...

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    Hello Michelle, We have had outside groups ask to use our pool for the same activity. We have said no for safety and liability reasons due to the risk of Hypoxic Blackout . Here is a paragraph out of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructors Manual: ...

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    Equipment leasing

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    Lehigh University it in the process of reviewing leasing equipment for our main rec center. I'd appreciate hearing from anyone who has implemented a leasing strategy for your rec center equipment! Do you lease both cardio and strength, who did you go ...

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