Thanksgiving | Closures & Reduced Hours
UBC’s Sports Facilities will be closed or operating with reduced hours on Monday, October 12 for Thanksgiving. Please check schedules prior to visiting.
What’s Happening at Rec This September?
We’re back to school! Check out all the fun at UBC Rec this September!
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Maximize Your Rec Access for UBC Students
As a student, you get perks like free activities, discounted rates, and access to a wide range of programs. From fitness classes and drop-in sports to fall leagues, UBC Recreation has something for everyone.
Fall 2026 Tennis Registration Update
Due to unforeseen circumstances, registration for all Fall 2026 adult tennis programs will be delayed until Monday, August 17 at 1:00pm.
Fall Program Registration Info
Look ahead to fall 2026 with UBC Recreation! Program registration opens on July 7 & 8 at 1:00 PM!
Asal Hajhadian
Asal was born in Isfahan, Iran, where she discovered her passion for tennis at the age of 18. What began as a recreational pastime quickly became a central focus of her life. After competing in numerous tournaments, Asal transitioned to coaching in 2018, gaining valuable experience working with various clubs and diverse groups of players. In addition […]
Thiago Barrios
Thiago Barros is a Tennis Professional at the UBC Tennis Centre with over 25 years of coaching experience across private clubs, tennis academies, and recreational programs in both Brazil and Canada. His coaching philosophy emphasizes strong technical foundations, fitness integration, and inclusive instruction for players of all ages and levels. Since moving to Vancouver, Thiago […]
John Harkin
John brings over 22 years of competitive tennis experience, having played tournaments as a junior across Canada and competed in Junior ITFs in Florida. He has been coaching for the past five years, beginning his career in Toronto before relocating to BC, where he coached at the Whistler Racket Club. Now proudly coaching at the […]
Michelle Linhart
Michelle is a born and raised Vancouverite, having spent 16 years coaching competition rock climbing. A few years ago, she stumbled upon tennis while looking for a change of scenery and fell in love immediately. An experienced High-Performance athlete and coach, Michelle holds a Masters in High Performance Coaching at UBC, bolstering her experience and […]