The Ray Meyer Fitness and Recreation Center has several activity spaces available to rent for DePaul student organizations, academic departments, and non-university affiliated community members and groups. General rates for each space and corresponding services are listed below.
Space requests should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event.
To rent or request space at The Ray, complete and submit the Facility Request Form.
- Submission of a request does not guarantee a reservation.
- A reservation is not approved until the requester receives a confirmation email from DePaul Campus Recreation.
- Submit this form even if you don't think it applies to you or your group - in order for the request to be handled in a timely manner, it should be submitted in this way.
- Submission does not commit you to using the facility or paying a rental fee - it only shows that you are making an inquiry into renting or reserving a space.
- Requests for large events (more than 50 people) or ongoing rentals (those that continue on a weekly basis) should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the academic quarter in which they will occur.
- Short-term/small event requests should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event.
Please allow up to two business days for follow-up on the request.
Once a rental request is approved, payment is due a minimum of three business days prior to the event.
Fee Schedule (Hourly Rates)
| Space |
University Affiliated |
Non-University Affiliated |
Capacity |
| Organization/Department |
Ray Member |
Non-member |
| Gym Court |
$40 |
$94 |
$112 |
100 |
| R-Ball Court |
$25 |
$64 |
$82 |
20 |
| Studio |
$40 |
$84 |
$100 |
38 |
| Mtg/Class Rm |
$25 |
$64 |
$80 |
40 |
| Pool (Single lane) |
$65 |
$104 |
$120 |
15 |
| Atrium |
$120 |
$250 |
$275 |
100 |
| Atrium Tabling |
No Charge |
Negotiable |
Negotiable |
N/A |
Corresponding Services/Equipment Schedule
| Service/Equipment |
University Affiliated |
Non-University Affiliated |
| Play equipment (balls, goals, etc.) |
No Charge |
No Charge |
| Special equipment (sound system, portable scoreboard, etc.) |
$25 per item (dependent upon item type) |
$25 per item (dependent upon item type) |
| Special Set-Up (volleyball court, basketball competitive game) |
No Charge |
$25 (dependent upon set-up type) |
| Floor Covering (Alcoves only) |
$40 |
$100 |
| Floor Covering (Alcoves & 2 Cts) |
$80 |
$200 |
| Add'l event staff *(hourly/individual) |
$15 |
$15 |
| Specialized staff (officials, group exercise instructor, etc.) |
Request information - price varies by activity |
Request information - price varies by activity |
| Clean-up charge** |
$100 |
$100 |
| After hours charge*** |
Dependent upon event |
Dependent upon event |
Additional Fees
* Dependent upon the activity and participant numbers, event staff will be assigned to the event. An hourly rate will be charged for each of these staff members.
** A $100 fee will be charged to the group if a space is not cleaned up properly following a rental event.
*** If an event takes place or continues past regular operating hours, additional fees will be charged. The Campus Recreation Department reserves the right to take unique rental characteristics under consideration when determining charges for an event.
By signing the rental agreement, a rental group indicates that the group as well as the individuals involved in the rental will:
- Abide by all facility policies including those that are specific to the rented space or area.
- Be responsible for cleaning up after the event and leaving the area in the same condition as it is received.
- Coordinate group admittance into The Ray.
- Be responsible for the conduct, behavior and location of all members of the group while using The Ray.
- Stay in designated (per team or program) area as assigned. Persons found in areas designated as off-limits will be asked to leave The Ray
- Appropriately use the facility and its equipment according to posted and staff guidelines as well as follow any further use or safety instructions of Ray staff.
- Persons or groups misusing equipment or non-compliant to safety rules or instruction will be asked to leave the facility and will be billed for any damages that are incurred.
- Assume all risks of damages or injury, including death, which may be sustained while participating in the event or in travel to or from such event.
Please Note:
- The rental group, dependent upon size or activity, may be required to obtain and submit a Certificate of Liability demonstrating liability coverage that indemnifies the Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center, Campus Recreation, Centers, L.L.C., and DePaul University from liability for injuries and damages for the specific event.
- The group assumes all risks of damages or injury, including death, which may be sustained while participating in this activity or in travel to or from such activity.
- Food or drink that is served on the premises of the Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center must be obtained from DePaul Dining Services or (773) 325-7499.