Activities & Recreation Centre (ARC)
Facility Overview
Situated in the lower level in the UBC Life Building, the Activities & Recreation Centre (ARC) has over 8,000 sq ft of space which complements existing campus fitness facilities. The ARC opened in February 2018 and is focused on creating a comfortable, welcoming, and inclusive environment for those new to fitness and training activities.
Facility Rates
Prices in effect until March 31, 2021. Prices do not include GST.
In order to qualify for the UBC Student rate, all participants MUST be current, registered UBC Students.
| Space | Public Rate / Hr | UBC Student Rate / Hr | Full Day | UBC Student Rate / Full Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC Classroom | $90.00 | $80.00 | $900.00 | $800.00 |
| ARC Lower Level Studio | $110.00 | $98.00 | N/A | N/A |
| ARC Main Level Studio | $110.00 | $98.00 | N/A | N/A |
Rental Requests
Facility Features
- 8,000 sq. ft of fitness centre space including a large cardio area, squat racks, selectorized equipment, and a circuit training section
- Large functional training space
- 2 multi-purpose studio spaces – 1 on Lower Level; 1 on Main Level (capacities: 45 people)
- Universal change room facilities
- Personal training specific space
- Scheduled studio drop-in with speed and heavy punching bags
- Spin Space – bikes removable to create open studio space
Parking
- UBC Parking is a pay by plate system. The closest parkade to the ARC is North Parkade. Visit UBC Parking for more information.
6138 Student Union Blvd
Vancouver, BC
V6T 1Z1
Hours of Operation
January – April
Mon – Fri: 7:00 am – 9:15 pm
Sat – Sun: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Statutory Holidays: 12:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Bookable hours are available outside hours of operation.
Programs & Lessons
Visit the UBC Recreation website for fitness programs and gym schedule.
Contacts
General Inquiries
Phone: 604.822.6000
Email: src.operations@ubc.ca
Nathan Jesse
Manager, SRC & ARC Operations
Phone: 604.827.0236
Email: nathan.jesse@ubc.ca
Christopher Smythe
Coordinator, SRC & ARC Operations
Phone: 604.822.9113
Email: chris.smythe@ubc.ca