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October 2023 

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Announcements

  • The recreation department wants to extend a big thank you to all 400+ students, staff and community members who participated in free fitness week, making it a massive success. A huge thank you also to Lululemon for supplyin prizes for the participants!
  • Attention UBCO Students: Vote in SUO’s New Recreation Building referendum October 11-13 to increase Recreational space on campus. Find out more information on Instagram @ubcorecreationreferendum
  • Academic Year hours of operation – September 5th-April 30th

    • Weekdays: 6:45am-10:00pm

    • Weekends and Holidays: 8:00am-8:00pm

  • Academic Year Memberships available for purchase

    • Skip the line! Purchase your membership online now! Once you purchase a membership online, bring your Student ID card to the Customer Service Desk to have your membership validated.

  • Lockers and Towels

    • Lockers rentals and towel service are available now! Reserve your locker by visiting the Customer Service Desk!

 

Welcome Back Josee!

After taking a couple years break, Josee is back and ready to help guide you in your fitness and yoga journey. She’s offering two classes this semester, Sculpt and Sweat as well as our very popular Candlelit Yin Yoga! She’s certified RYT 500 for yoga as well she holds her CFES Group Fitness Instructor certification. Josee completed both her Undergrad and master’s at UBCO! Her very first yoga class that she ever taught was with UBCO Rec! Josee is a full-time social worker, but when she is not teaching or working, you can find her on her paddleboard, hiking, or enjoying the sunshine. Josee's style of teaching both yoga and fitness are based on finding a way of movement that works for you. She values safety, autonomy, and choice in every single class, and wants to create space in which everyone feels like they belong.

For the latest up to date information on Josee’s classes make sure to check out our recreation website!

Fitness Schedule

Personal Training

Are you looking to get ready for next semester or need a new workout plan, visit the Customer Service Desk or the Recreation website for Personal Training information.

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Register and Play Badminton

Looking to set a regular, physical activity routine or just want to know there will be some others to play “drop-in” sports with on a regular basis? Register & Play is a great options for people looking to play semi-organized sport in a recreational setting on a regular, weekly basis.

How it Works

  • Games will be “self-reffed”
  • The focus is on fun and participation, though a moderate level of competition is to be expected

Date: Tuesdays, September 19 – November 7

Time: 1:30-3:00pm

Location: Gymnasium

Cost: $15

Register

Register and Play Volleyball

Looking to set a regular, physical activity routine or just want to know there will be some others to play “drop-in” sports with on a regular basis? Register & Play is a great options for people looking to play semi-organized sport in a recreational setting on a regular, weekly basis.

How it Works

  • Games will be “self-reffed”
  • The focus is on fun and participation, though a moderate level of competition is to be expected

Date: Wednesdays, September 20 – November 8; no play on October 4.

Time: 5:30-6:30pm

Location: Gymnasium

Cost: $15

Register

Register and Play Basketball

Looking to set a regular, physical activity routine or just want to know there will be some others to play “drop-in” sports with on a regular basis? Register & Play is a great options for people looking to play semi-organized sport in a recreational setting on a regular, weekly basis.

How it Works

  • Games will be “self-reffed”
  • The focus is on fun and participation, though a moderate level of competition is to be expected

Date: Wednesdays, September 20 – November 8; no play on October 4.

Time: 5:30-6:30pm

Location: Gymnasium

Cost: $15

Register

Register and Play Soccer

Looking to set a regular, physical activity routine or just want to know there will be some others to play “drop-in” sports with on a regular basis? Register & Play is a great options for people looking to play semi-organized sport in a recreational setting on a regular, weekly basis.

How it Works

  • Games will be “self-reffed”
  • The focus is on fun and participation, though a moderate level of competition is to be expected

Date: Thursdays, September 21 – November 8

Time: 2-4pm

Location: Nonis Sports Field

Cost: Free

Register

Register and Play Beach Volleyball

Looking to set a regular, physical activity routine or just want to know there will be some others to play “drop-in” sports with on a regular basis? Register & Play is a great options for people looking to play semi-organized sport in a recreational setting on a regular, weekly basis.

How it Works

  • Games will be “self-reffed”
  • The focus is on fun and participation, though a moderate level of competition is to be expected

Date: Thursdays & Fridays, September 21 – October 27; no play on Oct 13.

Time: 4-6pm

Location: Beach Volleyball Courts

Cost: Free

Register

 

Campus Walks

Join Recreation's Move U Crew on alternating Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 12:30 pm to get some fresh air and walk around campus.

Dates: Wednesday, October 11; Tuesday, October 17; Wednesday, October 25; Tuesday, October 31

Time: 12:30 pm

Location: Campus Walks will meet outside near the lower-level entrance to the Gym

Cost: Free

Register

Lawn Games

Join Recreation’s Move U Crew in the Courtyard weekly for some Lawn Games while the weather is still nice!

Dates: October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27

Time: 12-1:30 pm

Location: Central Courtyard (near the fountain)

Cost: Free

No Registration required.

Salsa and Bachata L1 & L2

Salsa and Bachata is back this term with Carlos. Enjoy this 5 week session of Salsa. Bring your friends and join us for these nights of dancing. If you are new to Salsa Dance, this is the class for you.

Dates: October 26, November 2, 9, 23 & 30

Time Level 1: 7:00pm-8:00pm

Time Level 2: 8:10pm - 9:10pm

Location: Studio 1, Hangar Fitness Centre

Cost: $50

Register

2023 Dirty Dash

Heat Recreation is bringing back this exciting Fall Signature Event!. Gather your friends, bring your game face, and be prepared to get dirty. Challenge others to race against you and get through 13 obstacles.

The event will start in heats, so your team can pick a start time that works for you (space is limited).

Date: Friday, October 13

Time: 3:00-6:00pm

Location: Starts & Finishes between FIP & UNC

Cost: $25

Register

 

Volunteers Needed!

Dirty Dash is looking for volunteers to help on October 13!

Course Set-up and Tear Down

Time Keepers

Obstacle Volunteers

Registration

Gear Check

Come and get involved in Recreation! Be part of the fun.

Activity detail | UBC Okanagan Athletics & Recreation Online Registration (activecommunities.com)

Kickboxing Lessons

Join us for a 5 week session of kickboxing classes at the Hangar! There are limited spots available so sign up today!

Dates: Wednesdays, November 1-December 6

Times: 6:30pm-7:30pm, 7:45-8:45pm

Location: Studio 1, Lower Hangar Fitness Centre

Cost: $50

Register

Glow with the Flow brought to you by Lululemon!

Glow with the Flow is BACK and is going to be bigger than ever. Join us for our annual Glow with the Flow on Sunday night with DJ Johnny and Yoga Instructor Josee. We are excited to bring this UBCO Recreation Signature Event to you for FREE. Bring your friends and arrive early to get your glow on! Glow Sticks and body paint are available before the event.

Doors open at 6:30pm. Bring a mat or towel for yoga as there are a limited number available the night of the event.

When: November 5

Time: 7:00-8:00pm

Location: UBCO Gymnasium

Cost: FREE

Register

 

Off-Campus Hiking Series

Join Recreation's Move U Crew in a fall hiking series!

Dates and Locations:

  • October 14, 1 – 3 pm: Knox Mountain – Paul’s Tomb
  • October 21, 1 – 3 pm: Knox Mountain – Apex Trail

Cost: Free

Register

Mad Katz Boxing & Fitness

Join UBCO Recreation in partnership with Mad Katz Boxing for 5 weeks of boxing lessons!

Dates: Tuesdays Oct 31, Nov 7, 21, 28 and Dec 5

Time: 7:15-8:30 pm

Location: Mad Katz Boxing 1934 Evergreen Ct #3, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7S9

Cost: $60.00

Register

SpinCo. Student Day

UBCO Recreation has partnered with SpinCo Kelowna to get you moving! Come and try something new!

Date & Time: October 18; 7:00pm

Location: SpinCo Kelowna, 410 Bernard Ave

Cost: $12

Register

Orange Theory Fitness Day

Join UBCO Athletics and Recreation at Orange Theory Fitness!

When: Saturday, October 21st at 1:00pm

Location: Orange Theory Fitness; 590 KLO Road #115, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7S2

Cost: $12.00

Register

Springboard Diving Lessons

Learn to dive with the Kelowna Springboard Diving Club and UBCO Recreation! Come experience the fun and challenges of springboard diving! In this 4-week course, you will learn everything from diving fundamentals to advanced skills. The practice will be broken into 30-minute dryland training and 1 hour in the water. Looking to try something new, join us!

Date: October 3 - 24

Time: 7:15pm-8:45pm

Location: H2O

Date: October 4 - 25

Time: 7:15pm-8:45pm

Location: Rutland YMCA, 375 Hartman Rd

Cost: $75

Register

Intro to Aerial Silks

Join UBCO Recreation in partnership with Peaks Aerial Fitness for this 4-week introduction to Aerial Silks program!

Dates: October 23, 30, November 6 & 20

Time: 8:30-9:30pm

Location: Peaks Aerial Fitness, 1625 Dilworth Dr Unit 208

Cost: $75

Register

Airhouse x UBCO Recreation

UBCO Recreation has partnered with the Airhouse Sports Academy to offer an Airhouse program for students and staff! Join us for this four week program on Wednesday nights for a lesson and free play in the park.

Date:

  • Wednesdays, September 27 - October 18
  • Wednesdays, November 8 - December 6

Time: 7:00-8:30pm

Location: Airhouse Sports Academy, 730 McCurdy Rd

Cost: $65

Register

Rock Climbing

Learn to climb with 4 fun-filled nights at Beyond the Crux Climbing Gym - each night is a 1.5 hour session on Mondays. At the end of this course, you will feel comfortable and confident at the climbing gym and top rope climb without instruction/supervision.

Dates: October 30, November 6, 20 & 27 from 6:30-8:00pm

Location: Beyond the Crux Climbing Gym; 685 Finns Rd #5, Kelowna, BC V1X 5B7

Cost: $60.00

Register

Curling Open House

Join UBCO Athletics and Recreation at Kelowna Curling club for an open house! If you are looking for a new sport or want to give Curling a try, this is your opportunity!

Come and throw so rocks, meet new friends and talk to people from the Curling Club on ways to stay active this winter!

Date: Wednesday, October 4th at 6:00 pm

Location: Kelowna Curling Club; 551 Recreation Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V5

Cost: Free

Register

Learn to Curl

Join UBCO Athletics and Recreation in partnership with the Kelowna Curling for Learn to Curl! Join this 5-week program which includes 3 weeks of lessons and 2 weeks of open curling play. Take your skills to the ice!

Dates: Sunday, October 15, 22, November 19, 26, & December 3

Time: 5:00-7:00 pm

Location: Kelowna Curling Club; 551 Recreation Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V5

Cost: $30.00

Register

Fall Curling League

Join us for the Fall Curling League at Kelowna Curling Club. This is a 5 week league with games once a week on Sunday Nights. Open to Students, Staff & Faculty. Come meet new friends and have fun on the ice.

12 Team spots available. 4-6 people per team.

Dates: Sunday, October 15, 22, November 19, 26, & December 3

Time: 5:00-7:00 pm

Location: Kelowna Curling Club; 551 Recreation Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V5

Cost: $15.00/person

 

Register

 

Gymnastics

UBC Recreation has partnered with the Kelowna Gymnastix to offer a gymnastics program for students and staff! Join us on Friday nights for a short lesson and free play in the gym.

Dates: October 13, 20, 27, November 3

Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm

Location: Kelowna Gymnastics Club, 1891 Springfield Road #225, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5V5

Cost: $70.00

Register

Learn to Play Squash

UBCO Recreation is excited to bring back our UBCO Learn to Play Squash program in partnership with Squash BC and Global Fitness & Racquet Centre.

Program includes 4 weeks of lessons with a certified squash instructor, equipment rentals, 4 week membership & Squash BC Recreational Membership.

When: Thursdays starting October 12-November 2 or November 9-December 7

Time: 6:30-7:30pm or 7:45pm-8:45pm

Location: Global Fitness & Racquet Centre, 1574 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna

Cost: $45.00

Register