Both of my sons have done activities through the rec center throughout the years. I am not a member…read moreto use the facilities on a daily basis. My kids have done swimming lessons, youth basketball and attended birthday parties at the rec. prices are very reasonable and I encourage you to sign your kids up early because youth activities fill up fast. You can sign up at the center or online. The rec does not have an on-site swimming pool. But this is where you pay for a yearly pass to the cedar falls pool (the falls). Swimming lessons are held at Peet Junior High, Holmes Junior High or The Falls. The staff has always been helpful and pleasant. Parking can sometimes be a hassle when there are activities going on and a hundred parents are trying to get their kid there.

This is the best priced gym in town, provided that you live in cedar falls!…read moreThe hours are somewhat unacceptable in the summer, as the weekend hours are only 7-2 on Saturday and 1-4 on Sunday. However, during the school year they are much better. This place has a good selection of free weights, machine weights, cardio equipment, a track, basketball courts, racquetball courts, and they even have a sauna and steam room. It is a convenient place for people with kids because they have a daycare room that is open after school and during other times.. Call them for specifics on that! The weight room can get pretty busy during peak times such as around 6AM And also around dinner time. There is usually a weight for some of the machine weights around this time. Everyone here is really friendly though and it is my favorite place to workout in town overall.

My youngest daughter had a basketball tournament here today. The courts were located upstairs and…read morebathrooms in the bathroom below. There was limited seating but it was fun to walk around the entire rec center in between games. The place is huge and has so many options.

A great facility to get a overall workout with state of the art machines and well designed layout…read morefor any fitness enthusiast. The front desk staff are attentive and welll trained. Hours and group offerings are good as well as the maintenance of the equipment and the cleanliess of the facility. I highly recommend stopping by and touring this awesome rec center at UNI.

Awesome fun place for kids and teens to run out their energy!! I took my kids and my nieces and…read morenephews and they had a blast! Lots of cool things to climb on. Clean. New equipment. I have to give credit to staff! Great service, even lent me a phone charger! And I loved how their staff actually played and interacted with kids!! Really kept them entertained! Thank you!!!!

We attended a Bucs Hockey game and were pleased with the venue. Inside the arena they had only one…read moreconcession stand but there was another in the main entrance area as well as a vending machine. Prices for food was reasonable. Seating inside was pretty much what you would expect for a hockey arena but the seating was a little tight (might want to consider where you sit if you are more than an XL in size if comfort is something you are interested in. I'm a ladies L-XL and felt squished).

In town for my oldest daughter's basketball tournament and this place is amazing! They have…read morebasketball, soccer, hockey...you name it! It is a beautiful facility and plenty of parking no matter what you are coming here to do.

Local sports are always a fun time. My friend occasionally gets tickets through work for…read moreRoughriders or their neighbors, the Kernels. The games are really fast paced and entertaining, but we haven't yet seen a win. Tickets are relatively affordable and there's a good chance you could sit somewhere better if you sneak around lol. They get ya on the snacks though $$. Bathrooms are a little janky and you can expect a line. Standard good time sports outing for a winter evening in CR.

A Roughriders game is still one of the most fun things you can experience in Cedar Rapids (or the…read moreentire Corridor for that matter) during the winter months. If you've never seen a hockey game, or you're just looking for something different to do, I highly recommend visiting. I've always loved that CR has been home to minor league sports teams for so many years. We're lucky. Uber family-friendly atmosphere. Roughriders ticket prices have increased by several $'s since my last review in 2014, but those extra dollars are worth it. I believe there are six different ticket price points now ($13-$25), and if you're really into hockey you may even consider season tickets. Roughriders season ticket holders are a hoot...I always seem to be seated next to them. :) From what I saw, staffing has definitely decreased over the years. I didn't notice any employees except for those scanning tickets, working in the concessions stands and those manning various booths along the concourse. Back in the day (10+ years) they used to have ushers that would help you find your seats. I don't know if these ushers were volunteers from the Roughriders booster group or if they were actually paid, but it was SO nice to have them there. Within the next 5 years or so the seating in the ice area might need to be evaluated (in the very least all seats could all use a deep clean). There is very little leg room and no cup holders. I saw many patrons using the seats as steps to get from one row to the next. Yikes. Talk about wear and tear. I also agree with another Yelper's statement (see Cedar Rapids Ice Arena reviews) that if you're paying for premium seats it would be nice to see the plexiglass cleaned more regularly. Also, the men I was with stated that the men's room near sections L & N was absolutely rank. After I heard this I opted not to use the ladies room. Concessions: stick with the cheese curds. They desperately need a new soft pretzel supplier. Bar: above average selection of beer, etc. available. Expect arena prices on all food and drink. Overall, 5/5 stars. You won't have perfection across the board given how many guests go through here on a nightly basis. Expect to spend at least $50-$100 per couple (dependent upon ticket prices, drinks/food). Parking is free! Recommend.