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Frequently Asked Questions

What does RAWC stand for?

RAWC stands for "Recreation and Wellness Center," and it is pronounced "raw-k" or "rock."

What are the operating hours?

Fall and Spring Semester hours:
Monday-Thursday: 5:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m.
Friday: 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday: 5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Alternate Hours and Summer Hours:
Monday–Friday: 5:30 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Current operating hours are also listed on our home page. The facility hours vary slightly during breaks and holidays. Please check our social media channels for varying closure times, emergency closures, limited operations or adaptions to our hours.
Facebook: OBU Recreation and Wellness
Instagram: obu_bisonrecwell
NOTE: Due to the extensive tornado damage on the OBU campus in April of 2023, various programs and organizations across campus are using space in the RAWC to host events. Because of this additional activity, it may be necessary for us to adjust hours open to the public and in some cases, the RAWC may be closed for a private campus event. Please check our Facebook and Instagram channels for up-to-date operating hours.

What is the cost of membership?

Student/Faculty/Staff: No additional cost!
A portion of student fees for full-time students covers the cost of memberships for that individual. If you’re currently enrolled in 6+ hours, you’re covered!
Faculty and staff and their spouses/dependents are provided memberships at no additional cost as a benefit of employment with Oklahoma Baptist University.
Bison Memberships: Starting at $40 per month
Memberships in the Bison category are available for President’s Council Donors, Alumni, concurrent students, family members of current OBU students, and employees of businesses contracted by OBU. This membership category is priced at an industry competitive rate.
Herd Memberships: Starting at $50 per month
Memberships in the Herd category are available to a wider selection of the surrounding community; including local evangelical church members, first responders, active military, and employees of POGO approved businesses. Contact the RAWC Front Desk by calling 405-585-5225 to see if you qualify!
Guest Passes:
Guest passes are available at a cost for individuals who are accompanied by current RAWC members. Each RAWC member may sponsor up to two individuals per day, and must accompany their guest while in the facility.

What is required for admittance?

To utilize the facility, you will need to bring your OBU ID card or RAWC Member ID card.

What activities and equipment are available to me?

The RAWC offers a wide array of exercise, recreation, and wellness options. Membership includes access to all of the available equipment and activity areas. If you're looking for a focused workout- train on our wide range of selectorizers, cardio equipment, or free weights.  The strength room is a great place for bodyweight training exercises!  Or checkout some boxing gloves from the front desk and find the kickboxing equipment on the north end of the building.  If you're looking to socialize join some friends for a few games in the Brant and Leslie Hill Bison Esports Arena one evening, or pick up a new hobby at the RAWC Wall during open climb hours. Practice your back-swing with pickleball, or kick it up a notch and check out some tennis equipment to play on the courts outside the facility.  We also have outdoor sand volleyball, disc golf, basketball, indoor volleyball, wallyball, and racquetball.

What are the operating hours of the Climbing Wall?

Because your safety is a main priority in the RAWC, we staff the climbing wall with trained and experienced facilitators for open climb hours. RAWC Wall Facilitators are there to assist you and offer a supervised and structured experience, as well as to promote safety and your overall climbing experience. Since this activity is unique in its use and supervision, it is only open during the latter part of the afternoon and evening during the regular work week (Monday-Thursday), though specific times will vary from one semester to the next. Additional programming may be provided throughout the semester outside of our normal open climb hours, such as "ladies climb nights" or "lead-climb nights". Check out our social media for the most up-to-date information about open climb hours and special events!

What if I need assistance using the equipment?

The RAWC welcomes the OBU community and members to use any and all equipment that suits your fitness and recreation goals. As you explore different aspects of the gym and equipment, we want to be sure you feel comfortable and confident throughout your individual experience.  Unsure about a new piece of equipment? Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is readily available to assist you in it's use, or to offer a spot as you attempt a new or challenging lift!