Category Archives: Health and Fitness

UC RecCentre- get your gym membership sorted today (there’s no cost)

Did you know that your student levy covers the cost of your gym membership at the UC RecCentre?  So technically, it’s not free, but you don’t have to pay anything further, once you’ve paid your levy each year.   

UC RecCentre – Your Campus Gym 

We are located right here on campus, so it’s easy to work us into your daily schedule and stay on top of your mental and physical health goals.  You’ll find us next to K1 Lecture Theatre in the Kirkwood Oval, so take a walk across University Drive or if you’re coming by wheels, we have permit parking and bike stands in the adjacent carpark. 

How to get your membership sorted 

The best news is you only have to do it once!   Here’s what you do:

  1.  Head to this registration page 
  2.  Enter your UC student email (undergraduates this is your @uclive.ac.nz ; Postgraduates, this is your @pg.canterbury.ac.nz ) 
  3. Follow the prompts  (like, you’ll need to open your UC student email to accept) 
  4. You’ll get a ‘congratulations’ message to confirm your membership.  

It’s best to do the registration part right now, while you’re thinking about it.    Once you’ve come this far, there’s only one more bit to go! 

5. Head to the RecCentre with your UC Student ID card in hand, and we’ll activate it fully, which includes getting a photo taken.  We’ll also have someone located in Te Pātaka (ground floor of the library) from Feb 12 to Feb 16, between 9am and 4pm who can do this for you. 

6. You’ll get a few welcome emails from us, telling you what is available and to remind you to set up your Rec&Sport app to get the most of out of your student gym experience. 

Come on down and have a look, have a play or even just browse our website and virtual tour to see what to expect.  Listed below is a quick list of the most popular services and facilities we have. 

What’s at the gym?

Everything! Except a pool.   Genuinely though, here’s a quick list of all the free stuff included in your student levy funded membership:

  • Climbing wall (bouldering)
  • Squash courts, sport courts for basketball, badminton, volleyball and so on 
  • Drop-in sport sessions like pickleball, volleyball, futsal 
  • Full gym facilities (Technogym weights and cardio) 
  • Tech assisted boutique style fitness classes (like F45, FitStop) 
  • Group fitness classes including Yoga, Pilates and Spin 
  • Discovery sessions – learn how to use the gym and entry level group fitness classes
  • Women’s only weights area
  • MindBody and Boxing rooms 
  • Rec&Sport App AI generated fitness programmes and virtual sessions 
  • All equipment hire 
What costs extra? 

First up, we discount UC Students and keep things to a bare minimum to keep the extras affordable, like:

See you soon! 
Te Ratonga Hākinakina | UC Rec&Sport Team 

 

Social Sports Semester One 2024!

Kia ora and welcome to all tauira and community members of UC!

Are you looking for a fun and social way to stay active at UC? Look no further than UC Rec & Sport’s Social Sport Competitions! We welcome seasoned athletes to complete beginners.

What are Social Sport Competitions?

Social Sport Competitions are a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, get to know your community and move your tinana. Social Sports on offer this semester are Mixed and Open Basketball, Volleyball, Netball and Futsal.

What are the benefits of joining?

  • Whanaungatanga – Meet new people and make friends: Social Sports are a great way to step outside your comfort zone and connect with other students and members of the community who share a love of sport.
  • Kia kaha, kia ora – Stay active and healthy: Regular physical activity is an essential part of maintaining overall wellbeing, and Social Sports provides a fun and engaging way to get your heart rate up and your blood pumping.
  • Mahi tahi – Teamwork: Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, Social Sports are a great way to learn new skills and improve your game alongside friends and whānau in a supportive and encouraging environment.
  • Tākarokaro – Have fun: Above all, Social Sports are about having fun and enjoying the thrill of competition. So come along, join a team, and get ready to experience the best of university sport!

How to get involved?
Registrations are open to all UC students and community users of the UC RecCentre so grab your mates, pick a sport and sign up! Entry of teams into the competition is on a first in first served basis, so don’t delay! Head over to Social sport competitions | University of Canterbury for information and to register or visit us at the Rec Centre to find out more.

What are you waiting for? Join the UC Social Sport Competitions today and start your journey to a healthier, happier, and more connected you. Karawhiua!

Aotearoa Bike Challenge Social Ride

The Aotearoa Bike Challenge officially kicks into gear on February 1st! Boost your wellbeing (and help us climb the leaderboard!) by joining fellow UC students and staff for a gentle lunch-hour ride to celebrate the start of the challenge. Don’t forget to log your ride on the Love to Ride website or via Strava so your kms count!

🚲 Meet out front of the University Bookshop (by the new Locky Dock Stand) at 12pm on February 1st 🚲

The ride will be a gentle meander along the Uni-Cycle, which will take us through the beautiful Riccarton Bush, around part of Hagley Park, and back to campus.

All levels of riders are welcome, but you must be able to safely ride a bike in order to participate. Helmets are required.

Don’t have a bike? Borrow one for free from the UCSA!

This is the first year students are able to participate in the challenge alongside staff! Last year UC came second in Ōtautahi Christchurch and third overall in Aotearoa for our size category 🌟 With your help we can aim even higher!

Looking forward to seeing you out there 🚲🚲🚲