Program Information

Last updated on June 17, 2021 1:26 pm

UBC Recreation is excited by the May 25 updates to Provincial Health Orders and Restart Plan. We are currently awaiting additional information from ViaSport and provincial sport organizations before making adjustments to programming. The following programs remain suspended/cancelled:

  • Adult group fitness classes
    • Cardio, Conditioning & Strength classes
    • Martial arts
    • Dance
    • Boot camps and Group Fitness classes (indoor only)
    • Spin classes
  • 2021 Spring Thunderbird Adult Hockey League
  • Adult tennis lessons
  • Adult Swim & Learn to Skate Lessons
  • Aquatic Fitness classes

Please note that persons registered in these programs will be contacted directly about credit or alternate options. Please check for specific details and safety protocols regarding programs that continue to operate.

These activities and programs will only resume when safe and with approval from local health authorities. Please note, if a program or activity is not on the above list it is proceeding as regularly scheduled. 

As a reminder, face masks are required when indoor at all UBC sport facilities including when exercising or performing physical activity.

 

Facility & Program Updates

Safety Practices

What to Expect

FAQs

 

Facility & Program Updates

Fitness & Classes

Last updated June 17, 2021 5:31 pm

Due to updated Provincial Health Orders from June 15, please review the following impacts on our programs: Outdoor Boot Camps, Martial Arts, and indoor Yoga & Pilates classes continue to run Indoor Spin and Boot Camp classes resume (masks required)   Cardio, Conditioning & Strength classes (Barre Fitness & Women on Weights) and Dance classes are currently unavailable at this time. The ARC & BirdCoop Fitness Centres are open with reduced capacity to those with memberships. Personal training and the BirdCoop Climbing Cave is also available at this time. Everyone is reminded to show up dressed for activity; areas to change are limited. Advanced registration is required for all activities. As a result of the April 8 Provincial guidelines relating to indoor individual exercise, effective immediately all patrons are required to wear non-medical face masks at all times. Please note that this extends the previous requirements for mask use in the fitness facilities, including: Masks are required when using cardio machines All areas of the fitness centres, including while performing physical activity All areas of the studio, including while performing physical activity Masks are required for indoor Yoga & Pilates Classes

UBC Aquatic Centre

Last updated April 20, 2021 12:18 pm

Due to the March 29 revised Provincial Health Order that cancels adult indoor group fitness through May 25, adult swimming lessons are currently unavailable. Youth swim lessons continue to run. The UBC Aquatic Centre is open with limited hours and reduced activities. Length swim, community swim, swimming lessons, private lessons, performance private coaching, aqua fitness (resume on April 20), and certifications are available at this time. The UBC Aquatic Centre is open only for registered programs or by appointment.

SRC Drop-in Sports & Activities

Last updated June 17, 2021 2:24 pm

Please note updated changes to permitted activities and capacities due to updated health orders. The SRC gyms are open for badminton (2 vs. 2 play allowed) and basketball (3 vs. 3 play allowed). The SRC Studio is available for table tennis (2 vs. 2 play allowed), dance, martial arts, HIIT routines, interval training, yoga, body weight exercises, or functional use. Capacities are limited to 5 people per session. Reservations required. As a result of the newest Provincial guidelines relating to indoor individual exercise, effective immediately all patrons are required to wear non-medical face masks at all times in the studios, and can only be removed when participating in a drop-in sport.

UBC Tennis Centre

Last updated May 26, 2021 2:30 pm

Due to the February 5 Provincial Health Order that continues the suspension of adult sport activities until further notice, the following programs are currently unavailable: adult tennis lessons beginning in April. Due to updated health orders, the UBC Tennis Centre is implementing the following changes: Only private lessons available for adults. No semi-private or group private lessons. Only singles play for court rentals The UBC Tennis Centre is open with limited hours and reduced activities. Youth lessons, Court Bookings, Private Lessons, and Performance Programs are available at this time. The UBC Tennis Centre is open only for registered programs or by appointment, and face masks are required when indoors at all UBC Recreation Sport Facilities.

John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse

Last updated June 1, 2021 8:13 am

The John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse is open with limited hours and reduced activities. 2021 Summer Youth Programs are available for online registration. Advanced registration is required for all activities.

Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre

Last updated June 3, 2021 4:24 pm

Due to current Provincial Health Order suspending adult sport activities, the following programs are currently suspended: Drop-in stick & puck Adult hockey & skating lessons 2021 Summer TAHL Season – registration now open! Youth skating lessons, youth hockey lessons, drop-in public skating & figure skating, and private and semi-private lessons continue to run. The Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre is open only for registered programs or by appointment only. Non-medical masks are required in the facility at all times unless otherwise specified.

UBC Baseball Rose Indoor Training Centre

Last updated February 19, 2021 1:33 pm

The UBC Baseball Rose Indoor Training Centre is currently closed to the general public. The facility is currently open for youth programming and private lessons. Registration for Spring and Summer camps is now open. Advanced registration required for all programs and facility access, and face masks are required when indoors at all of UBC Recreations Sport Facilities.

UBC Camps

Last updated June 11, 2021 2:42 pm

Due to precautionary measures against COVID-19, the UBC Camps office is operating with reduced hours and staffing. For all inquiries, please contact us at ubc.camps@ubc.ca. As UBC Camps continues to plan and adapt its operations in response to COVID-19, we have several important updates to share: Public registration for spring break programs is open, and summer break camp registration is open on February 1. Parent/guardians are advised to review the changes & safety measures being implemented for camps. As of May, a new registration system is in use. Please set up a new login to prepare for summer camp registration.

Thunderbird Park, Rashpal Dhillon Track & Field, MacInnes Family Field

Last updated June 10, 2020 9:00 am

Some fields and outdoor spaces are available for informal activity and recreation among members of a single household. Please practice safe distancing measures and observe the posted signs.

Facility Closures

The following facilities are closed for all activities, including rentals:

  • War Memorial Gymnasium
  • Gerald McGavin Rugby Pavilion

Safety Practices

Stay at home if you are sick

Stay home if you have travelled internationally in the last 14 days

Advanced reservations and bookings required for all programs/activities

Non-medical face masks required indoors at all times

Signs and pathways for designated entrances, exits, line-ups, and traffic throughout buildings

Not all change rooms & lockers are available. Come dressed for your activity.

Water fountains are limited to refilling of water bottles

Cover your cough or sneeze with your elbow

Avoid touching your face

Wash hands thoroughly & frequently

Use hand sanitizer if you are unable to wash your hands

Maintain a physical distance of 2m from others

Additional Safety Information

  • Physical distancing will be practiced whenever possible, including: maintaining distance between staff and participants.
  • Visitors are required to wear non-medical masks or face coverings when indoors at UBC Sport Facilities
    • Exemptions include:
      • Persons with an underlying medical condition or disability which impacts the ability to wear a face covering
      • Children five years of age or younger are not required to wear a mask, although children over the age of two years should do so if possible.
      • Persons unable to place or remove a face covering without assistance
    • Requests for exemptions and questions can be sent to info.recreation@ubc.ca
    • Additional information is available on how to wear, use, and store your face covering
  • Rentals and shared equipment are unavailable or limited. Please bring your own equipment for activities.
  • In-person purchases or transactions are cashless and only credit (Mastercard or Visa) or debit is accepted.

What to Expect

Daily Health Screening

All persons visiting UBC facilities or taking part in a program must be able to answer “no” to all of the following questions:

Are you, or members of your household, displaying any of the following new or worsening symptoms of COVID-19?

Fever or chills; cough; loss of sense of smell or taste; difficulty breathing; sore throat; loss of appetite; extreme fatigue or tiredness; body aches or headache; nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.

Have you had close contact with someone with confirmed COVID-19, or is awaiting COVID-19 test results within the last 14 days?

Have you, or members of your household, travelled internationally within the last 14 days, including to the USA?

Have you been told to self-isolate by public health?

  • If the answer is “yes” to any question on arrival, they will not be allowed to attend any programs for health and safety reasons. A supervisor will follow-up with them through phone or email to issue a credit for programs that are missed.
  • Translated written copies of pre-screening questions will be available to ensure language is not a barrier to understanding and adherence to health and safety measures.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

When will UBC sport facilities re-open?

UBC Athletics & Recreation Sport Facilities are open with reduced hours and restrictions.

Are credits & refunds available for cancelled programs & memberships?

UBC Athletics & Recreation is also reviewing refunds and credits to anyone registered for classes, memberships, and rentals during this period. Communication about refunds and credits will be communicated to affected individuals via email.

How can I access my locker at the SRC, ARC, & UBC Aquatic Centre?

Please note, individuals with expiring locker rentals at the SRC and ARC will not be required to vacate them during this extended closure. An automatic extension will be provided to all locker rentals until August 31, 2020. If you require access to remove items from your locker, please contact info.recreation@ubc.ca.

Lockers at the UBC Aquatic Centre expire on July 7th, 2020. If you require access to remove items from your locker, please contact aquatic.centre@ubc.ca.