Volleyball game outside of Western Heights residence halls

Explore our outdoor space

Looking for a wide-open space outdoors to host your event? Check us out!

Our fields are for you

Looking to host a volleyball tournament? How about flag football? Little League? As a member of the WMU community, you have the opportunity to use our green spaces and outdoor fields for recreation or to rent for an event. If you’re considering renting one of our outdoor fields, our two main facilities include the intramural sports softball fields and intramural sports soccer fields.

For rental information or a price quote, complete the facility rental inquiry form and indicate the outdoor field space that you are interested in.

Get social, get moving

One of the best ways to take advantage of our outdoor facilities at WMU is to get involved in a club or intramural sport.

  • Club sports ice skaters on the ice.

    Club sports

    A club sport is a registered student organization at WMU, formed by individuals who share a favorite sport activity. A club sport may be competitive, recreational, social or any combination of these.

    Join a WMU club sport

  •  intermural sports on WMU campus, pickle ball at the Rec Center.

    Intramural sports

    Intramural sports at WMU are open to students, faculty, staff and SRC members. By choosing a team or individual sport, you can foster leadership, camaraderie and personal growth.

    Stay active with WMU intramural sports

  • On the intramural fields on WMU campus.

Book your spot at the Student Recreation Center

Not only can you reserve outdoor space through the Student Recreation Center, but we also have indoor space for rent! No matter if your event is small or large, explore how you can take advantage of our resources.

More to explore

  • Student engagement Our goal is to engage, empower and help our students develop leadership skills through intentional learning experiences.

  • Prioritize your well-being WMU is committed to all aspects of your health. Learn about our programs that aim to help you maintain self-care practices.

  • DEI at WMU Learn how you can get involved in our diversity and inclusion programs and events and make a difference on campus.

  • Sustainability Explore our innovative programs and activities that make us a national higher education leader in sustainability.