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Meet the 2024/2025 Move U Crew!

Meet the 2024/2025 Move U Crew!

Introducing the new Move U Crew team! This Q&A will help you learn more about our members who you might across campus.

“Moves with the Move U Crew” Podcast: Tips, Tricks, and a Moment of Gratitude

“Moves with the Move U Crew” Podcast: Tips, Tricks, and a Moment of Gratitude

In this story-time episode, Gankal shares her personal journey with movement at UBC, offering five insightful tips that have guided her along the way.

Your Guide to Thrive: Move More with Free Classes this November

Your Guide to Thrive: Move More with Free Classes this November

November is Thrive month, focusing on mental health awareness and education. Physical activity is a key focus of Thrive, so we’re excited to offer free beginner classes every Friday to help you get moving! View all new activities planned this month.

Credit: UBC Recreation / Kirsten Call

“Moves with the Move U Crew” Podcast: Test Day Tranquility

This 6-minute routine will help you with grounding and light stretching, prior to taking an exam. It is designed to reduce stress and prepare you to succeed!

Day of the Longboat 2024: Highlights and Best Team Names

Day of the Longboat 2024: Highlights and Best Team Names

Teams names were wonderfully creative at Day of the Longboat 2024. Let’s look at some highlights and best team names from the weekend!

UBC Thunderbirds Take Home Second National Tennis Trophy

UBC Thunderbirds Take Home Second National Tennis Trophy

The UBC Thunderbirds captured their second Canadian University Tennis Championship in three years, defeating Laval Rouge et Or 4-2 in the finals.

UBC Rec’s Ultimate Guide for NEW Students

UBC Rec’s Ultimate Guide for NEW Students

NEW to UBC and ready to level up your campus experience? Introducing “REC 101,” our 4-part series designed to help you master UBC Recreation from the basics to advanced insights.

Men’s Tennis SC Journey to Nationals: Interview with Graeme McIntosh

Men’s Tennis SC Journey to Nationals: Interview with Graeme McIntosh

An interview with UBC Men’s Tennis Team’s Graeme McIntosh as the team gears up for the 2024 U Sport National Championships in Montreal.

Triathlon SC Gears Up for Nationals: An Interview with Emmajean Neal

Triathlon SC Gears Up for Nationals: An Interview with Emmajean Neal

Emmajean Neal (UBC Triathlon SC athlete) shares her perspectives and insights on preparing for the Canadian University Championships.

Kickboxing at Free Week: An Honest Review from a UBC Student

Kickboxing at Free Week: An Honest Review from a UBC Student

I participated in a Kickboxing class during Free Week! Here’s my honest opinion.