AboutOutdoor Adventure is proud to partner with Ranger Rick's SCUBA Adventure, one of the most experienced scuba dive outfitters, for our entry-level NAUI SCUBA certification course. This course is available for students who are currently enrolled and taking classes at UCF.Upon successful completion of this course and check-out dives, graduates are considered competent to engage in open water diving activities without supervision, provided the diving activities and the areas dived approximate those of training. No previous SCUBA experience is required; however, basic swimming skills are necessary to complete the course.Cost The total cost of the certification is $320 with $40 due at the time of registration. The rest of the price is due the first weekend of the certification paid to Ranger Rick SCUBA Adventures.ScheduleIn order for the participant to receive the SCUBA certification, they must complete two consecutive weekends of training. The first weekend encompasses classroom work and practice dives in the pool. Normally, the first weekend includes Friday night, all day Saturday, and all day Sunday. For the second weekend, our instructor will pick either Saturday or Sunday to complete the Open Water Dives. There will be some adjustments to this schedule in Summer 2024, as you can see below.Current Certification Dates:* June 2025 Certification* * June 6-8 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * June 15 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* July 2025 Certification* * July 11-13 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * July 20 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* September 2025 Certification* * September 12-14 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* September 21 \- 2nd Check-Out Dive* October 2025 Certification* * October 10-12 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * October 19 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* November 2025 Certification* * November 14-16 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * November 23 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* January 2026 Certification* * January 23-25 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * February 1 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* February 2026 Certification* * February 20-22 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * March 1 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* April 2026 Certification* * April 3-5 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive* * April 12 - 2nd Check-Out Dive* May 2026 Certification* May 15-17 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, 1st Check-Out Dive * May 24 - 2nd Check-Out DiveOpen Water DivesThe second weekend of the certification will be when the students can complete their open water dives. These dives take place either at Devil's Den, Blue Grotto, KP Hole or Blue Heron Bridge. This is a full-day commitment. Transportation is not included.EquipmentA SCUBA-quality mask, snorkel, wetsuit, fins, and SCUBA booties are the student's responsibility to bring to all dive sessions. These pieces can be rented through the Outdoor Adventure Center and is included in the course fee. This equipment is subject to availability. All other equipment and materials are provided by Ranger Rick SCUBA Adventures.RegistrationYou can now register and pay your deposit online [here!](https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=b447c8fc-c048-4a21-9aae-bc6fa4de4aba&semesterId=e779d5c4-726f-488e-b1f4-2f72e53e3d8e) You can also come into the Outdoor Adventure Center during open hours to register in person online.Important Links[Ranger Rick SCUBA](http://www.rangerrickscuba.com/)[Outdoor Adventure Center](../2970225/2319548/facilities/outdoor-adventure-center) Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program?classificationId=7e94c055-5e69-4046-8e3d-96909ff99f22

Join us for the Recreation and Wellness Center's Annual MidKnight 5K event! Participants will walk, jog, or run 3.1 miles (5 kilometers) around UCF's campus at midnight. We will meet at the reflecting pond, there will be a DJ, snacks, and T-shirts for participants to check into the event! Registration opens October 27th! Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=73f3c74a-de04-47d3-a18b-9fa900be0ccc

Trip Information* Trip Date: 11/15/2025-11/16/2025 * Trip Location: TBD * Trip Cost: $50.00 * Registration Opens: 11/1/2025 - 12:00PM * Registration Closes: TBDRegister for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the [UCF RWC Membership Portal website](https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProducts?classification=7e94c055-5e69-4046-8e3d-96909ff99f22&category=ea528aa9-f493-4efb-b769-b1e686780cb3). All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.Pre-Trip Date and Time: TBDTrip Description: Want to learn how to backpack in a low-pressure environment? This trip is for you! We will be teaching participants how to pack and fit a backpack all while having fun along the way.What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including backpacks, camping gear, etc), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.Meals will be provided on this trip; all menus will take dietary restrictions/preferences and allergies into account. Occasionally, groups will eat at restaurants while traveling. These meals are not included in your trip cost. Your Trip Leaders will inform you of any meals not included in the trip price.What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. Meals are provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.Trip Leaders: Alexia and Gabe Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program Registration Info: Registration will open 2 weeks before the event at 12:00pm.

Community Climb @ RWC Climbing Tower Every Sunday | Free for UCF StudentsClimb. Create. Connect. Join us every Sunday at the Climbing Tower for Community Climb! This is your weekly chance to hang out, try new activities, and enter our monthly raffle. No experience needed - we want all of the new climbers to come join us!Fall 2025 ScheduleOctober* Oct. 5 - Rope Bracelets & Rope Crafts: Repurpose old climbing rope into crafts to keep or share* Oct. 12 - Fall Climbing Competition: No Community Climb this week; come to the Fall Climbing Comp instead.* Oct. 19 - Anything But a Chalk Bag: Bring something creative to hold your climbing chalk that is anything but a chalk bag. Bonus points for creativity, functionality, style (and being school-appropriate)* Oct. 26 - Boulder Flash Comp: You'll get three attempts to finish a new bouldering problem. Earn extra raffle tickets for completing the routes successfully!November* Nov. 2 - Harness Charms: Create and swap small, clip-on items with other climbers to decorate your harness and connect with the community.* Nov. 9 - Swap Shop: Bring gently used outdoor or climbing gear to trade with others.* Nov. 16 - Sasquatch Challenge: Can you send a route with giant Sasquatch hands and feet? Put your skills to the test and earn raffle entries for completing the challenge.* Nov. 23 - Boulder Flash Comp: You'll get 3 attempts to finish a new bouldering problem. Earn extra raffle tickets for completing the routes successfully!Raffle Info: Attend, participate, and earn raffle entries each week. Winners are drawn at the final Community Climb of the month.