Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports

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Welcome to the Dedman Center

Home of SMU Campus Recreation

 

The Dedman Center offer students and members a wide range of fun and engaging recreational activities and programs designed to help you stay active and connected. The center is open to enrolled SMU students and members, with guest passes available for those who want to join in on the experience. Please note that minor children of members are welcome but may be subject to some restrictions. Come on in and see all we have to offer!

SMU Campus Recreation is committed to the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and members in serving their recreation and fitness needs. As conditions dictate, SMU Campus Recreation will change or modify risk mitigation protocols and strategies in compliance with University and government guidelines.

 

Hours

Fall/Spring Semesters
(Classes in Session)

Monday-Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Break Hours
(University Breaks and Summer):

Monday-Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

*Hours are subject to change with University recognized holidays, University Emergency Closures, and home football games. Members will be notified via email and SMU Campus Rec App push notifications with changes to hours of operation.

 

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students playing basketball on indoor court
group of people in yoga pose at a fitness class indoors

The Dedman Center Features

  • Basketball /Volleyball Courts with bleacher seating (2)
  • Basketball/Badminton/Pickleball Courts without bleacher seating (2)
  • Indoor Soccer and Multi-Use Court
  • Table Tennis
  • Racquetball Courts (2)
  • Squash and Racquetball Court (1)
  • Mat Room Studio 
  • Yoga/Cardio Studio
  • Meeting Rooms (2)
  • Outdoor Sand Volleyball Courts (2)
  • 3-Lane Indoor Track (6.5 laps=1 mile)
  • Classrooms (2)
  • Billiards/Shuffleboard
  • Indoor Climbing Wall
  • Bouldering Wall
  • Indoor Pool
  • Outdoor Tanning Pool
  • Locker Rooms
  • Ware Fitness Floor and Weight Room 
  • Stationary Cycle Studio (1)
  • Outdoor Adventures Rental Shop 

Reservations and Events

Campus Recreation permits the reservation and rental of specific Campus Recreation managed facilities and spaces. View more information about reserving a space in the Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports.

Expectations and Standards

The Dedman Center’s ability to be open and serve our community relies on each of us taking personal responsibility to adhere to known and prescribed protective and safety measures and guidelines while practicing courtesy and respect with “good gym etiquette.” 

Rules and Protocols

View general rules and protocols for The Dedman Center as well as other facility specific rules.

Film/Video/Photography

To protect the privacy of Dedman Center members and Southern Methodist University, filming, videoing, or photography within Dedman Center property is prohibited without proper prior approval. View more information and what is permitted in the center.

Lost and Found

Dedman Center's Lost/Found is located at the Front Desk.  If the owner can be identified, Dedman Center staff will make attempts to notify via email.  To better assist you, provide the date of lost/missing, detailed description of lost/missing item(s), and suspected location last seen or placed.

Note: SMU Campus Recreation complies with University Policy 9.9: Use of Surveillance Equipment. If suspected theft of personal items, please contact SMU Police at 214-786-3388.

Lost/Found Protocols and Procedures:

  • Unclaimed items will be retained for 2 weeks, at which time items will be donated to a local charitable organization. 
  • In most cases, items meeting our definition of “valuables”, personal items (wallets, credit cards, etc.), electronics and jewelry estimated in value of over $100, will be forwarded to SMU Police for University Lost/Found within 48 hours.
  • A photo ID will be required to retrieve items designated as valuable.

Contact the Dedman Center at 214-768-33754 or dedmancenter@smu.edu, or the following Campus Recreation professionals: