Martial Arts Studio
Located on Lower Level II of the Student Recreation Center (formally racquetball court #3), the Martial Arts Room is a space dedicated to supporting a wide range of combat sports and training disciplines. The room is outfitted with over 700 square feet of top-of-the-line Zebra floor mats, suitable for practicing a variety of marital arts and grappling techniques. The room is also equipped with two (2) heavy bags to supplement striking skills and other training needs.
A reservation is required to utilize the Martial Arts Room and reservations are currently only available to registered BGSU organizations. Reservations can be made by completing an online reservation request form or by contacting Julia Adams (jthatch@bgsu.edu). Check in at the SRC Welcome Desk at your reservation time to have a staff member unlock the room.


- Reservation Required: Only university approved BGSU Student Organizations that have reserved the space are permitted to use this studio. Drop-ins are not allowed.
- Registered BGSU Student Organizations can reserve the studio by completing an online reservation request form or contacting Julia Adams via email at jthatch@bgsu.edu.
- Reservation requests must be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the date of the reservation.
- All users must clean and return any equipment used during their session. Mats and other gear must be properly sanitized and stored after use. The studio door must be closed and locked after use.
- No shoes are allowed on the mats. Participants must either go barefoot or wear appropriate martial arts footwear. Shoes can be stored in the provided cubbies during use.
- All participants are expected to behave respectfully towards each other, the instructor, and the studio. Disruptive behavior and/or vulgar language is not tolerated.
- No food or drinks are allowed in the studio, except for water in a sealed container.
- Participants must wear appropriate martial arts uniforms or workout clothing. No loose jewelry, accessories, or other material that can puncture the mats are allowed.
- Participants must report any injuries or health issues to the Welcome Desk staff immediately.
- Internal programming offered by the Office of Recreation or Office of Health and Wellness takes priority over external reservations. If scheduling conflicts arise, the Office of Recreation will notify the group a minimum of one week prior to the reservation to notify them of the change.
- Filming and photography must be approved in advance by the Office of Recreation staff.
- Any material capable of damaging the mats, including but not limited to, markers, pens, sharp objects, and/or free weights are not permitted in this space.
Violation of Martial Arts Studio rules and regulations may result in immediate consequences, including, but not limited to, membership suspension/termination and/or referral to the Office of the Dean of Students.
Updated: 01/30/2025 09:04AM