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Relax and refresh with Deep Restore this Sunday!

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We’re delighted to be back for the final Deep Restore session with Jo, from Heart and Mind Yoga. Take time out for yourself this Sunday and experience deep relaxation, ready to take on your finals. 

Yoga students in reclining hamstring stretch in Deep Restore Yoga class
Deep Restore Yoga Class
What is Deep Restore?

Using science backed techniques, take a journey with Jo to relax the nervous system and unwind. You will be guided through some gentle restorative yoga poses, provided with blocks and bolsters to support your body, and experience meditation and relaxation techniques to target deep connective tissues. It’s a wonderful way to reset or simply enjoy a self-care afternoon. No experience needed!


The Details
  • Sunday 13 October, 2024
  • Arrive 11.15am to set up your space and check-in
  • Class starts at 11.30am, and runs for approximately 1hr 45mins (all packed up by 1.30pm)
  • $8 for UC Students, $16 for UC/UCSA Staff
  • Non-UC friends and family can attend, at cost of $32
  • Limited to 40 people
  • Held in Te Moana Nui a Kiwa | Rehua 226
  • Please bring a mat if you have one, and we also recommend a cosy blanket
  • Don’t have a mat? We will bring a few mats with us, and all blocks and bolsters etc will be provided
How to book
  • Find the link in the Rec&Sport app – it’s a specialty course or find it on our website
  • Not a RecCentre member yet?  No worries, join here (it’s free for UC students)  
  • Payment is taken at the RecCentre, preferably by Friday 11th October, (enjoy a refreshing lunchtime wellbeing walk!)
Got questions?


Check our website first, we may have answered it there
Email kat.henderson@canterbury.ac.nz or danielle.mather@canterbury.ac.nz if you need more info.

Ngā mihi
Te Ratonga Hākinakina | UC Rec&Sport

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UC Social Pickleball Tournament 2024

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Pickleball is ready to serve!

Join Te Ratonga Hākinakina | UC Rec&Sport for THE Social Pickleball Tournament of the year!
Thursday, October 24th.

New to the game? Played your whole life? Similar to something you’ve played before? WE WANT YOU! If you’re keen for some fun and competitive movement with a side of prize, gather your team and sign up today!

Register your team here

Team Details:

  • Up to four players per team (two on court, two subs)
  • At least two players must start the game
  • Subs must be on court within five minutes of game time

Game Rules:

  • “Self Ref” games
  • Clock: 4.5-minute halves, 1-minute halftime (10-minute turnaround)
  • Running clock: Games continue even when points are scored
  • Serve: Underhand, diagonally cross-court, clearing the kitchen area
  • Alternating serves: Server changes sides after scoring a point
  • Feet behind baseline: During serve
  • Losing the point: Other team serves
  • Score calling: Server calls the score before serving
  • Two bounces: Each side must let the ball bounce once before returning
  • Kitchen: No-volley zone within seven feet of the net
  • Line calls: Ball touching the line is in

Schedule:

  • First games begin at 11:00 AM
  • Last games end at 2:00 PM
  • Draws and other information will be posted on the UC Sport Competitions Facebook Page

Location: UC RecCentre (online maps)

Get in quick e te iwi! Karawhiua

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The RecCentre is FREE for all UC students!

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Why spend your precious dollars on a gym membership, when the RecCentre is FREE for students!  We offer everything other big box gyms do (weights, cardio, classes) and what some of the boujee ones do as well!

HIIT class at the UC RecCentre
How to join 

Let’s just assume that you know all the benefits of exercise, and you’re ready to go. There’s just a couple of online steps to do and you’re all set.   Your student levy covers your basic membership and access.

  1. Register online with your student email (this is super important)
  2. Follow all the email prompts you’ll be sent to complete the process
  3. Download the Rec&Sport App using your student email (this is super important, so that they will be connected)

Head over to the RecCentre and start exploring!  We’re located at 22 Kirkwood Ave, right next to the Kirkwood Lecture theatre.

As long as you stay enrolled at UC, you’ll only have to do this once in your student journey.

Other important stuff to know

  • We have carparks and a covered bike stand, and places to put your skateboard inside as well.
  •  Don’t forget to bring your student ID card, as this is how you’ll get through the gates.
  • You must wear shoes to the gym to train in, covered toe and heel.  The only exceptions are when you’re doing Pilates/Yoga in one of our classes or kicking our boxing bags.
  • You must bring a gym towel (or hire one for 50c).  Be a good person and use your towel when training, it’s icky if you leave your sweat everywhere.

Check out our website and app to see all that we have to offer! We’re more than just weights and cardio!

Ngā mihi
UC Rec&Sport | Te Ratonga Hākinakina