The Wellness + Helfaer Recreation Facility is a transformative 195,000-square-foot addition to Marquette University, enhancing student life with a 25% increase in recreational space and nearly double the wellness and medical facilities. Funded through a mix of university capital and external partnerships, the facility reflects a strong commitment to campus health and wellness. A $300 annual student recreation and wellness fee also supported the redevelopment. WTI collaborated with the project architect to deliver a key feature: the new indoor natatorium. Replacing the university’s aging 50-year-old pool, the six-lane, 25-yard multipurpose pool supports lap swimming, water aerobics and recreational use. Advanced filtration, temperature control and lighting systems create a comfortable and efficient aquatics environment. Marquette president Kimo Ah Yun described the facility as a destination that supports physical and mental health, fosters inclusiveness and encourages community engagement. By integrating fitness, wellness and medical services under one roof, the Wellness + Helfaer Recreation Facility stands as a bold investment in holistic student wellbeing and a vibrant campus future.
Lead Architect
HOK
Aquatic Design Group
Water Technology Inc.
Components
Lap pool
Suppliers
| Colorado Time Systems | Scoreboard/Timing System |
| Competitor Swim | Lane Markers |
| Fluidra/S.R.Smith | ADA Lifts |
| Hussey Seating Company | Bleachers |
| Neptune Benson/Xylem | Filtration Systems, Sanitization Systems |
| Paddock Pool Equipment Company | Gutters |
| Spectrum Aquatics | Starting Blocks, Basketball Hoop |
Scheels Aim High Big Sky Aquatic and Recreation Center
