Brendan
Brendan is a Kinesiology graduate and personal trainer at UBC whose passion for fitness began through years of competitive sports and strength training. His experience in exercise instruction began at the PARC in the Blusson Spinal Cord Centre, where he worked with individuals with spinal cord injuries to develop safe and effective adapted exercise programs. […]
James
James is a Kinesiology graduate who views fitness as a powerful form of medicine. His journey began with the discipline of calisthenics before transitioning into a four-year focus on bodybuilding, muscle hypertrophy, and strength development. With experience ranging from neurological rehabilitation at the Physical Activity Research Centre (PARC) to pediatric physiotherapy at Kids Physio Group, […]
What’s Happening at Rec this March? 2026
Kick off your Spring with UBC Rec! From Storm the Wall to our Try It & Love It Class – find what moves you this month!
Celebrating Our Community: What Are You Grateful For?
In mid-February, we put out the question to our UBC Rec Community: Today, what are you grateful for? Over 1000 gratitudes from our community were shared with us. Check out some of the highlights here!
Wall of Gratitude | Feb 9-15
This week, we’re inviting our recreation community to pause, reflect, and share a little positivity. As part of Move UBC and the season of appreciation, we’re excited to launch our Wall of Gratitude: a collaborative mural where patrons can share what they’re grateful for today.
Save 15% on Personal Training During February
Throughout February, you can save 15% when you buy one of UBC Rec’s personal training packages.
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 […]
What’s Happening at Rec this January? 2026
Get ready for the new year and get moving! Here’s what’s happening at Rec this January!
Nico Birch
Nico (she/her) began training Muay Thai at 11 years old. Through her 9 years of experience, she has been fortunate enough to represent Team Canada internationally at the Youth and Senior World Championships. While Nico believes that focusing on fundamentals leads to strong Muay Thai technique, she also loves to push the pace and work […]