Fall is well underway! This October, UBC Rec is offering everything you need to stay balanced throughout the midterm season.
Here’s a breakdown of all the events coming your way this October!
Physical Activity Programs
These interactive, health education programs are the perfect way to get more involved on campus and learn about all that UBC Recreation has to offer.
- Recreation 101 | Register by Oct 4
- Move More, Learn More | Register by Oct 5
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
Oct 9
Wellbeing Walks
Oct 11 & 25
Join us for 2 of our wellbeing walks this month, hosted by the Move U Crew! Enjoy oceanside scenery during the Tower Beach Walk and take a relaxing nature break in UBC’s authentic Japanese Garden during the Nitobe Garden Tour.
Water Wars
UBC Aquatic Centre | Oct 12
Escape the cold for a fun-filled night inside the warmth of the UBC Aquatics Centre. Grab your pals and compete in a variety of challenges, including inner tube water polo! Register by Oct 10 to secure your spot.
Intramural Events & Leagues Registration Opens
Oct 16
Winter is coming! Get a head start on planning your social calendar by looking ahead to our Term 2 Intramural Events. We are also offering numerous adult leagues this fall, including our new additions: pickleball and badminton. Please note that our intramural leagues sell out fast – be sure to secure your spot!
World Restart A Heart Event
Oct 16
UBC Recreation has collaborated with Heart and Stroke Canada and the AMS Heart and Stroke Club to create the ‘World Restart A Heart’ event. In this free event, you can choose from a variety of time slots and arrive reading to learn the basics of hands-only CPR and other emergency services.
Lunch + Lift
Oct 17
Lunch + Lift is a 2-in-1 interactive wellbeing workshop that consists of a 30-minute movement class followed by a 30-minute information session led by a UBC wellbeing professional. This month’s Lunch + Lift session covers the topic of commuting to UBC’s campus via bike.
Great Trek
Oct 28
Calling all runners! Embark on the Great Trek this fall. The race course spans either 5, 10, or 21.1 kilometers across the beautiful UBC campus, located on Musqueam Territory.
Personal Training Promo
All month long
Enjoy 15% off a 3-Pack of Personal Training sessions for the month of October. Allow our personable and experienced trainers guide you along your fitness journey and help you reach your goals!
