Discover new skills. Build your confidence.
Our Skills Workshops are hands-on experiences designed to help you learn, practice, and grow your technical Outdoor Skills. These workshops are designed to teach basics of various outdoor activities and are a great way to get acquainted with your potential new passion. All workshops are beginner friendly!
Workshops are free or low-cost and open to students and any member of Campus Rec. Walk-Ins are welcome, but click "Register" to guarantee your spot!
Quick Links to Skills Workshops
For More Information
Visit our FAQs page or contact us at outdoorrec@arizona.edu.
Bike Maintenance
Join us for free bike maintenance workshops. These workshops are designed to teach you the basics of bike maintenance and orient you to our shop
WORKSHOPS
Coming soon! Check back in Spring 2026 for more workshops!
Camp Skills
Join us to learn camp skills before you have to put them to the test in the backcountry. A casual opportunity to practice your skills and learn about outdoor-specific gear!
WORKSHOPS
| Title | Date | More Info | Student | Member | Non-Mem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Outdoor | Dec. 4, 5:30-7:00 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | No Registration Required |
Climbing
Come learn various climbing skills in our shop to prepare you for your next Outdoor Rec trip or for your own personal climbing adventure! No equipment or experience required!
WORKSHOPS
| Title | Date | More Info | Student | Member | Non-Mem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Rope Belaying | Sep. 25, 6-7:30 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | REGISTER |
| Top Rope Belaying | Oct. 8, 6-7:30 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | REGISTER |
| Top Rope Belaying | Nov. 4, 6-7:30 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | REGISTER |
| Intro to Climbing Anchors | Nov. 19, 5-6:30 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | REGISTER |
*All workshops require entrance to the South Rec facility. Non-members must purchase a pass to participate in any free workshop.
Kayaking
Join us for open pool time to practice your kayaking skills! Learn to roll with us, or just practice the basics of kayak safety while enjoying an evening in the pool. No registration necessary, just drop in! Please check in with the staff member on the pool deck. You also can bring your own kayak! Please bring all kayaks to the South Entrance of the pool.
WORKSHOPS
| Title | Date | More Info | Student | Member | Non-Mem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drop-In Kayak Rolling | Oct. 15, 5-8 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | No Registration Required |
| Drop-In Kayak Rolling | Nov. 18, 5-8 PM | Link | FREE | FREE | FREE* | No Registration Required |
*All workshops require entrance to the South Rec facility. Non-members must purchase a pass to participate in any free workshop.