Welcome to UBC Recreation Aquatics

Jump in to the new UBC Aquatic Centre for drop-in swimming, aquacize fitness classes, swimming lessons, springboard diving lessons, learn to scuba dive, advanced aquatics, and first aid courses.

What’s New?

BCRPA Pool Operator Course | Mar 14 & 15

January 20, 2026

Master essential pool safety and maintenance skills with our BCRPA Pool Operator Level 1 course. Register before March 14!

Aquatic Centre Facility Closure | Jan 22 at 4:00PM

January 19, 2026

The facility will be closed early to the public on Thursday, January 22 at 4:00PM to host the UBC Recreation event, Water Wars.

Competition Pool Closure | Jan 17

January 3, 2026

The competition pool will be closed on Saturday, January 17 for the T-Bird Winter Warm Up.

UBC Aquatic Centre Closed | Jan 10

December 27, 2025

The facility will be closed to the public Saturday, January 10, 2026 for staff training. We encourage guests of the UBC Aquatic Centre to check the UBC Aquatic Centre schedule prior to each visit for the most up-to-date information. The facility will return to our regular programming as of Sunday, January 11, 2026.

Thursdays Are Student Nights at the Aquatic Centre!

December 26, 2025

Starting Jan 15th, on Thursdays from 8:00 pm onwards, the Aquatic Centre hosts drop-in facility hours exclusively to UBC students! Whether you want to chill in the hot tub, relax in the sauna or play basketball in the leisure pool – do whatever floats your boat!