Welcome to UBC Recreation Fitness and Classes!
UBC Fitness and Classes is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of the UBC Community. We have two facilities, the Student Recreation Centre and the Activities and Recreation Centre, that host a variety of fitness centre, gymnasium, and studio spaces to accommodate for the full spectrum of ways you can stay active while on campus. The two facilities offer a variety of fitness classes – everything from yoga to boot camps, personal training opportunities, a spin studio, climbing cave, fitness centre and yoga & Pilates memberships, there is something for everyone.
Our staff strive to ensure a clean and safe environment, where you are encouraged to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. We want you to feel great, not only from your workout, but from the experience and friends you make while on your fitness journey.
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Notice: ARC and BirdCoop Equipment Upgrades
Please note that the BirdCoop Fitness Centres will be undergoing equipment upgrades on Thursday September 20 between 9:30 am – 2:00 pm. Both fitness centres will remain open for members to enjoy a workout, however some areas of the fitness centres will be temporarily unavailable as equipment is moved.
Equipment Upgrades at BirdCoop
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
– New pieces being installed include 4 treadmills, 2 Powermills, 1 pec deck (replacement), 1 leg press (replacement)
– Between 11:00am-12:00pm please note there will be some disruption around the platforms and squat area with the install of strength equipment. There will be no full closures of these areas during the installation.
– Alternative: Please feel free to use the squat racks at the ARC.
– Between 12:00pm-2:00pm, please note there will be some disruption in the cardio area with the install of new cardio equipment.
– Alternative: Please feel free to use the cardio equipment at the ARC.
Equipment Upgrades at the ARC – postponed to a later date!
Date: To be determined
Time: To be determined
– Temporary closure of the Olympic Bench Press area as equipment is replaced.
– New pieces include 2 Olympic Benches, 1 utility bench, 1 decline ab/leg raise bench
– Alternative: Please feel free to use the Olympic Bench Presses at the BirdCoop.
We are excited to bring new pieces of equipment to increase your experiences at the ARC and BirdCoop Fitness Centres. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Notice: BirdCoop Renovations in the Student Recreation Centre
Please note that the BirdCoop Fitness Centre will be undergoing renovations from Monday August 27 to Friday August 31, 2018 in the Student Recreation Centre. The BirdCoop will remain open for members to enjoy a workout, but noise levels may be increased due to construction and music will not be played in the facility during this time. Temporary access to the BirdCoop Fitness Centre will be from the west doors near the SRC Studio.
As another fitness centre option, members are encouraged to visit the ARC Fitness Centre located in the Lower Level of the Life Building. Expanded hours of operation for the ARC Fitness Centre are below and can also be found by clicking here.
ARC Hours | August 24 – August 31, 2018
- Monday – Thursday at 6:30 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday at 6:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday at 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday at 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
SRC Men’s Change Room Showers Closure | Aug 13-15, 2018
The SRC Men’s Changeroom Showers will be closed for maintenance and repairs on Monday August 13 to Wednesday August 15. The remainder of the Men’s change room and washroom is usable.
Please feel free to utilize the shower facilities at the ARC (lower level of the Life Building) or at War Memorial Gym, during this maintenance period. Please note the hours of operation for the ARC facility below. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Hours of Operation: ARC
Monday August 13 – Wednesday August 15
- 6:30 am – 9:00 am
- 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
- 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
August Long Weekend Facility Hours
Hours for UBC Recreation facilities for the August (4th – 6th) long weekend are as follows:
Student Recreation Centre
Saturday, August 4th – 9:00am – 9:00pm
Sunday, August 5th – 9:00am – 9:00pm
Monday, August 6th – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Birdcoop Fitness Centre
Saturday, August 4th – 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday, August 5th – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Monday, August 6th – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
The ARC
Saturday, August 4th – CLOSED
Sunday, August 5th – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Monday, August 6th – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
UBC Aquatic Centre
Saturday, August 4th – 8:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday, August 5th – 8:00am – 8:00pm
Monday, August 6th – 10:00am – 2:00pm
UBC Tennis Centre
Saturday, June 30th – 10:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday, July 1st – CLOSED
Monday, July 2nd – 10:00am – 6:00pm
Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
Facility Hours
Saturday, August 4th – CLOSED
Sunday, August 5th– CLOSED
Monday, August 6th – CLOSED
Pro Shop Hours
Saturday, August 4th – 9:30am – 11:00pm
Sunday, August 5th – CLOSED
Monday, August 6th – CLOSED
UBC Camps Office
Saturday, August 4th – CLOSED
Sunday, August 5th – CLOSED
Monday, August 6th – CLOSED
UBC Boathouse
Saturday, August 4th – CLOSED
Sunday, August 5th – CLOSED
Monday, August 6th – CLOSED
War Memorial Gym
Saturday, August 4th – CLOSED
Sunday, August 5th – CLOSED
Monday, August 6th – CLOSED
UBC Baseball Indoor Training Centre
Saturday, August 4th – CLOSED
Sunday, August 5th – CLOSED
Monday, August 6th – CLOSED