Welcome back, UBC! From your favourite events to new opportunities, here’s what’s happening in Rec this September!
Start Your UBC Rec Journey!
From fitness classes and drop-in sports to fall leagues, UBC Recreation has something for everyone. One of the great perks for UBC students is free activities, discounted rates, and access to a wide range of programs.
Use your CWL to set up a UBC Recreation login to access all of these great benefits!
Jump Start x Rec Night
September 3 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Welcome to Rec Night! Come on over to North Campus and check out everything from inflatables, basketball, hot tub and sauna at the pool, and line dancing to table tennis, cardio pictionary, yoga, and more! This session is only available for students enrolled in the 2026 session of Jump Start.
Participants are encouraged to bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- Closed toed shoes (no crocs)
- Water bottle
T-Shirt Giveaways
September 8 & 9
Start off the school year by learning more about UBC Recreation’s programming and events. Join us at MacInnes Field, set up your Rec account and get a free t-shirt!
More information coming soon!
Intramurals Leagues Reg Opens
Opens September 9 | Closes September 18
Join one of the many Intramurals Leagues this fall! Registration for Fall Intramural Leagues opens on September 9 at 1:00PM and closes on September 18. Don’t have enough people to make a team or are looking to meet new people playing the same sport? Come to the Free Agent Meeting!
Fall Free Week
September 14 – 20
Free Week is one week where you can participate in a variety of fitness classes for free! Open to UBC Students, Staff & Faculty, and members of the public. All levels of abilities are welcome!
First Day of Women (Trans Women Welcome) & Two-Spirit, Trans, Non-Binary (2STNB) Fitness Hours
September 14
Women (Trans Women Welcome) & Two-Spirit, Trans, Non-Binary (2STNB) fitness hours resume this fall in the ARC. Feel empowered and gain the confidence you need to make physical activity part of your everyday routine.
Birdcoop Bouldering
September
The wait is almost over! UBC’s new bouldering facility is set to soft open this September, with fresh climbing terrain, steep overhangs, and three new features areas to complement the original cave. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or trying bouldering for the first time, come check out the new hang on campus.
Recess
September 16 | 12:00 PM
Join us on Main Mall, play some games and learn more about UBC Recreation! Ask all your questions about Day of the Longboat, Leagues and anything UBC Rec related.
Free Agent Meeting
September 16 & 17
Sept 16 6:00 – 7:30PM | Women (Trans Women Welcome)
Sept 17 6:00 – 8:45PM | Open, Mixed, Women (Trans Women Welcome)
Looking for teammates? Meet fellow players, form your Intramurals team, and register on the spot!
- 6:00 – 7:15PM – Basketball, Soccer, Ice Hockey, Flag Football
- 7:30 – 8: 45PM – Volleyball, Ice Hockey, Dodgeball, Futsal, Ultimate
Day of the LongBoat Reg Deadline
September 20 at midnight
Participate in one of the longest UBC traditions! Day of the LongBoat will take place on October 3 & 4 at Jericho Beach. Registration for the event will close on September 20 @ 11:59PM.
Wellbeing Walk & Roll
September 23 | 12:00 PM
Kick off the school year with an Ice Cream Walk! Every other Wednesday, the Move U crew leads a FREE wellbeing walk & rolls around campus. It’s open to all Students, Faculty & Staff, and community members. Each walk is different and has its own theme!
Fitness Memberships
Get Active This Fall
Get active this semester with UBC Recreation’s fitness memberships. Gain unlimited access to the ARC & Rec North Fitness Centres. We also have passes group fitness classes (yoga, spin, HIIT) or dance classes – pick what moves you! It’s the best option on campus!
