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Free Chair Massages Next Week at UCSA!

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Kia ora,

Study week is here, and we know it can be a stressful time — so we’re bringing you a chance to relax and recharge with FREE Chair Massages at Ti Kouka, Haere-roa | UCSA Building next week!

Thanks to the amazing UC Rec Centre Massage Team, we’ve got four fantastic therapists offering their time to help you feel your best.

💆‍♀️ What’s Happening?

Take a 10-minute break from the books and enjoy a relaxing chair massage — completely free!

📍 Where:

Ti Kouka, Haere-roa | UCSA Building

📅 When:

Tuesday, June 3

  • 🕥 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
  • 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Wednesday, June 4

  • 🕐 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Thursday, June 5

  • 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

📝 How to Sign Up:

Sign-up sheets will be available at the massage area with 10-minute timeslots. Be sure to get in early to secure your spot — these will fill up fast!

Why You Should Come:

  • It’s completely free
  • A quick and easy way to de-stress
  • No equipment or prep needed — just show up and relax

Take a moment for yourself — your mind and body will thank you!

 

Ngā mihi

UC Rec&Sport

Health and Fitness, Our Community, The Community, Wellbeing

Join the 2025 Coffee Culture Group Fitness Challenge!

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Group Fitness Challenge 2025

 

He rongo pai tenei, great news – the 2025 Coffee Culture Group Fitness Challenge is LIVE and ready for you to join!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2025 Coffee Culture Group Fitness Challenge! This exciting challenge is designed to help you kickstart your fitness journey, stay motivated, and connect with our vibrant community. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just starting out, this challenge is perfect for everyone.

Why Join the Challenge?

By participating in the challenge, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Stay Active: Engage in a variety of group fitness classes that cater to all fitness levels.
  • Win Amazing Prizes: Thanks to our incredible sponsors – Coffee Culture, Sweaty Betty, Technogym, Mobil, Nutrition Systems, Pak’nSave Hornby, and Musoc – we have over $5000 worth of prizes to give away to more than 100 winners!
  • Be Part of a Community: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for fitness and well-being.

How to Join

Signing up is easy! Simply click the link below to join the challenge and get started. Once you’re signed up, any group fitness classes you book and attend will automatically count towards your class tally.

Group Fitness Challenge | University of Canterbury

What’s Next?

After signing up, keep an eye on your emails for important information and updates throughout the challenge. You’ll receive tips, motivation, and plenty of opportunities to win fantastic prizes.

Don’t Miss the Launch Mega Class!

Join us for the GFC Launch MEGA CLASS on Thursday, March 13th at 5:20 PM. This 70-minute musical-themed class will feature a mashup of your favourite instructors and is sure to be a blast! Book now on the app!

Need Help?

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you every step of the way.

Ngā mihi,

UC Rec & Sport

Health and Fitness, Internships and jobs, Our Community, Study@UC

Sport Internships available for 2025

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Are you looking to complete your internship hours, or just volunteer to learn, in the realm of sport?  Te Ratonga Hākinkina | UC Rec&Sport offer a range of internships within the sport context, and we have a few spots left for 2025!

Why choose UC Rec&Sport for your internship?
  • We work with UC sport clubs, so you’ll be directly assisting your fellow students to be the best they can be AND raise the reputation of UC in the sporting community
  • You’ll get mentorship and networking opportunities with our respected and experienced team
  • You’ll get hands on learning from the start, progressing at an individualised pace
  • Our programme is professionally run, and we will support you in your interactions with clubs as much as you need us to
  • We will be able to be a referee for your future job applications, as you’ll treat this like a real job
What are the internships, and do I have to be enrolled in a particular degree?
  • We offer internships in Strength & Conditioning, Performance Analysis (HUDL and Sportscode), Governance, Event or Team Management, Marketing and social media
  • We can tailor to suit your course requirements
  • We welcome ANYONE from any degree, who has a passion for sport
  • We have five seasonal team sports to choose from:  Rugby, Football, Hockey, Netball. Basketball, plus some UTSNZ sports for Ultimate and Rowing, and a few athletes competing in individual sports who are a part of our Sport Academy
How do I apply?

If you’d like more information or a chat before submitting an application, please email ucsport@canterbury.ac.nz  and one of our team will contact you to help.

The winter sport season kicks off soon, so don’t delay!
Ngā mihi

Te Ratonga Hākinakina | UC Rec&Sport