Aquatics

No Aquatic Lessons | Feb 14-22

No Aquatic Lessons | Feb 14-22

This is a friendly reminder that there will be no swim lessons taking place from February 14 – 22, due to the UBC student reading break and reduced holiday hours.

Hot Tub Closure | Feb 2

Hot Tub Closure | Feb 2

Guests of the UBC Aquatic Centre are to be advised that the hot tub will be closed on February 2 for monthly maintenance.

What’s Happening at Rec this February? 2026

February is Move UBC month! Here’s what’s happening at Rec this February! Move UBC Events Personal Training Promo February 1 – 28 Yoga Rave February 6 Bouldering Competition February 6 RAD Try It Night February 9 Community Wall of Gratitude February 9 – 14 Wellbeing Walk & Rolls February 11 & 25 Fitness Membership Appreciation […]

Aquatics Parent-Teacher & Safety Week | Feb 7-13

Aquatics Parent-Teacher & Safety Week | Feb 7-13

From Saturday, February 7 to Friday, February 13, we will be engaging in Parent-Teacher updates and Safety Week. Read below to see what programming will look like during this time period. Safety Week Our lessons will have a primary focus on the safety skills required to complete all Swim for Life lessons. These safety skills […]

Family Day | Reduced Hours & Closures

Family Day | Reduced Hours & Closures

Some UBC sport facilities will be closed for Family Day while others will open with reduced hours. Please check prior to your visit.

BCRPA Pool Operator Course | Mar 14 & 15

BCRPA Pool Operator Course | Mar 14 & 15

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

Competition Pool Closure | Jan 17

Competition Pool Closure | Jan 17

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

UBC Aquatic Centre Closed | Jan 10

UBC Aquatic Centre Closed | Jan 10

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!

Thursdays Are Student Nights at the Aquatic Centre!

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!

Lifesaving Certification Courses Available this December!

Lifesaving Certification Courses Available this December!

We will be offering a variety of aquatics and lifesaving certification and recertification opportunities this month! Register now to get certified or keep your certification up to date!