Rules & Etiquette

For the enjoyment and safety of all patrons inside UBC Rec’s Fitness Centres, please adhere to the following rules and etiquette:

Fitness Centres Rules

• UBC Card or UBC Recreation Card is required for entry and must be given to staff to scan.
  • Only physical IDs are accepted. In the instance of lost UBC Card, a Government Issued ID will be temporarily accepted for entry, however confirmation must be presented that a new UBC Card has been ordered via UBCcard Online Services.
  • Please note memberships are non transferable, and the use of someone else’s membership/UBC ID to access the fitness facilities is prohibited.
• No food, gum, or drinks except water are permitted. 
  • Please use water bottles and containers with a lid.
• Backpacks, bags, umbrellas, skateboards, etc. are not permitted in fitness centres. 

Apparel Rules

• No jeans or jean shorts allowed. 
• Proper athletic shoes and workout clothes must be worn when in the fitness centres. 
  • Closed toe shoes must be worn at all times and in every area of the fitness centres.

Equipment Rules

• Do not move equipment between floors or remove equipment from the fitness centres.
• Small equipment can be requested from the fitness centre desks by asking a staff member for use in exchange for an ID, and then must be returned after use. 
• Only use equipment on which you have been given proper instruction on. 
• Please report any equipment malfunctions to the staff immediately to ensure the safety of all patrons. 

Proper Etiquette

• Ask staff for assistance if you are unsure how to use a machine or piece of equipment.
• Use bar collars/clips on all bars at all times – please ask floor staff for them.
• Use of personal chalk is allowed at the Olympic platforms.
• Do not drop weights except on the Olympic platforms.
• Only bumper plates are allowed to be used on the Olympic platforms.
• Put away all your weights and plates after use.
• Wipe down all equipment and benches before and after use to be respectful of the next person to use that piece of equipment.
• Keep your workout area clear.
• Please respect time limits listed for specific areas of the fitness centres such as the free weights, stretching, and squat racks and platform areas.
• Do not work out between people using benches.
• Please limit your cardio use to 30 minutes (20 minutes at peak times).
• If you feel faint or dizzy, stop, sit down and ask for assistance.

Failure to comply with these rules may result in loss of fitness centres privileges.

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Group Fitness Rules & Etiquette

Online Reservations

Reservations open 24 hours before class time and must be made in advance.

• Members with Group Fitness access can reserve a spot for free.
• Reservations with a paid drop-in fee are available if you do not have an applicable membership.
• If you cannot make a class, please cancel your reservation online. 

*NEW* Class Check-In Procedures

To help classes run smoothly and safely,

✔️ Arrive on time for the best experience. 
✔️ Check in directly at the class location 5–10 minutes before class begins.
❌ Once a class has started, entry is not guaranteed. After 5 minutes, late arrivals will not be permitted.