How do Staff and Faculty Get Involved in Recreation at UBC?
UBC Recreation aims to offer exceptional physical activity experiences to enable Staff & Faculty to be their best at work, build community, and enhance their wellbeing. UBC Staff and Faculty can enjoy discounts and pricing on almost all UBC Recreation program offerings.
Reach your full potential
A little physical activity can go a long way at work! From better cognitive performance, to increased productivity, improved mood, and reduced risk for diseases like high blood pressure, UBC Recreation aims to help you reach be your best while on campus.
"I really enjoy finding an excuse to get away for my lunch hour! It's been great for my work-life balance."
-Dylan Brown, School of Kinesiology
Connect with colleagues
Build a culture of support in the workplace through physical activity. Moving together is a great way to have fun together, build stronger friendships, and feel connected to one another.
"We love getting together for a walk at lunch, Getting outside, breathing"
-Team "Walking Angels", Sauder School of Business
Make physical activity a family affair
All children should experience the positive benefits of physical activity and families play an important role in determining how children incorporate activity into their life. UBC Recreation offers opportunities for you to enable children to be physically active, as well as opportunities for you to make family time - physical activity time!
"It's convenient to have programs so close to work and the hockey programs and instructors are great!"
-James Webber, Athletics & Recreation
UBC Aquatic Centre Membership:
There are plenty of public swimming opportunities scheduled around a typical work day – or stop in to enjoy the hot tub, steam room, and sauna. UBC Staff and Faculty get a discount on memberships and drop-in swim passes with a valid staff ID card.
Fitness Centre Bundles:
One membership gives you unlimited access to two fitness centres, as well as spin & group fitness classes scheduled conveniently in the mornings, lunch hour, and after work. UBC Staff and Faculty get a discount on all memberships with a valid staff ID card.
Free Drop-In Sports at the SRC:
The SRC offers a variety of drop-in sports (from badminton, to futsal, to table tennis) that UBC Staff and Faculty can attend for free with a valid staff ID card.
Free Guided Walks:
Take a moment at lunch to enjoy a walk on campus with your coworkers. Guided by the Move U Crew, these walks are a great way to move a little during the day, and see UBC outside of the office.
Fitness Classes:
Make physical activity a habit by having set times each week blocked off for exercise, and make it fun by signing up with some colleagues! With over 100 fitness classes to choose from (and discounts for Staff & Faculty you can find a program you will all love and that fits into your schedule.
UBC Camps:
UBC Camps offers half-day and full-day camp offerings during Pro-D Days, Spring Break, Winter Break, and in the Summer. UBC Staff & Faculty can also submit for a discount on their child’s camp.
Drop-In Swimming:
Take advantage of the family drop-in rate and enjoy a few hours in the pool. On weekends there are often diving boards, the tarzan rope, and an inflatable obstacle course open during public swim! Check the drop-in schedule for updates on what will be available.
Family Hockey:
A fun way for parents and kids to play together in a safe and fun atmosphere. Check the drop-in schedule for “Family Hockey” drop-in times and UBC Staff and Faculty get a discount on their drop-in fee.
Facility Membership & Drop-In Fees:
- Discounts on UBC Aquatic Centre memberships & drop-in swimming
- Discounts on drop-in skating at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
- Discounts on fitness centre memberships at the BirdCoop & ARC
- Free drop-in sports at the Student Recreation Centre and ARC
Classes & Programs
- Discounts on fitness classes in the SRC, ARC, or Ponderosa
- Discounts on aqua fitness programs, advanced programs, or lessons at the UBC Aquatic Centre
- Discounts on tennis clinics, drills, and other adult programs at the UBC Tennis Centre
- Discounts on adult hockey skills and skating programs at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
Features for Faculty & Staff
Spring & Summer Programs
Registration Now Open!
Check out the opportunities that await you this spring/summer, and try something new with UBC Recreation! From fitness classes, to ice skating lessons, to tennis drills, and everything in between – you can now register for programs that run from May through August 2023.
Summer Free Week
Tuesday, May 22 – Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Save the date! Free Week is back this May where you will be able to join in on a huge variety of FREE instructor-led classes, including martial arts, dance, cardio, conditioning & strength, and more!
Summer Thunderbird Adult Leagues
Register by May 1, 2023
Kick off your summer by playing in our Summer Thunderbird Adult Leagues! Registration for the Summer Thunderbird Adult Soccer, Softball, and Roundnet Leagues are now available:
Summer Wellbeing Walks
Twice a month during the summer, the UBC Move U Crew host a FREE 45-minute themed lunch walk around campus. These walks are a great way to meet new people, explore campus, have some fun, and get moving!
- Wreck Beach Walk | May 17
- Greenheart TreeWalk | May 31
- Tower Beach Walk | June 14
- Nitobe Garden Walk Tour | June 28
- Pacific Spirit Walk | July 12
- UBC Recreation Facility Tour | July 26
- TBD | August 9
- Ice Cream Social Walk | August 23
Drop-In Activities
Stay active with UBC Recreation!
Drop-in activities at UBC Recreation provide an easy way to be physically active, and participants of all skill levels are welcome to take part! Check out what’s available for FREE for all UBC Staff & Faculty:
- Sport equipment rentals with Moves on MacInnes
- Drop-in sports at the SRC
- Drop-in open studio time at the SRC and ARC
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