Fitness Centre
The Fitness Centre
The Fitness Centre is one of the most popular Active Living facilities. Located in the main hallway of the Kinesiology B building, the Fitness Centre has an array of exercise equipment and spaces, to provide students, staff, faculty and the greater University community with a fun and safe place to workout. No matter your ability, fitness level or experience, every body is welcome.
Access to the Fitness Centre is included with an All-Access membership or Fitness membership.
With over 3750 square meters of space, the Fitness Centre has something for everyone, including:
Activate your UCID
Before using the Fitness Centre for the first time, all users must activate their UCID card at the Fitness Centre (KNB155) or Client Services (KNA104) desk. It is a one-time activation for the life of your card.
Never been to the Fitness Centre? Thinking about beginning an exercise program but don’t know where to start? Tours are available on-demand, for any Fitness Centre user. Please see any Fitness Centre staff member for details.
Visiting the Fitness Centre
Location: KNB 155
Maps & parking
Due to popular demand, we now have new equipment for you to use
- Functional equipment upstairs is located at the West End of the track.
- Additional free weight benches, dumbbells and squat racks.
- Barbell jacks for loading plates.
The Day of Your Visit
When you arrive at the Fitness Centre (KNB 155) simply, scan your UCID Card at the gates.
Once checked in, you may stay as long as you like.
KNA Change Rooms are across from Client Services.
Note: if this is your first time using the Fitness Centre, you will need to have your UCID card activated by a staff member at Client Services (KNA104) or the Fitness Centre (KNB155) prior to scanning at the gates.
Peak Busy Times - Spring & Summer
Plan your visit outside these times for the best access to machines and equipment.
- 11-1 p.m.
- 3-6 p.m.
Access and Inclusion
Women's Only Open Workout Time
We offer a dedicated workout time in the high performance studio (KNA17) for those who identify as women.
Enjoy a private and secure workout environment every Monday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and every Friday from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, separate from the main Fitness Centre.
This initiative is open to students only.
Please note that space is limited and operates on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Sensory Friendly Open Workout Time
You can now take advantage of our Sensory Friendly Open Workout Time at the brand-new Research Exercise Centre (KNB190).
Every Monday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and every Friday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, enjoy a workout space designed specifically for those with sensory sensitivities.
This dedicated workout space and time is for students who experience sensory sensitivity.
This exclusive space is for students only.
Fitness Centre safety measures
Safety remains a priority for Active Living and the Fitness Centre.
- Users are expected to clean their fitness equipment BEFORE and AFTER each use.
- In addition to user cleaning, the staff cleans all equipment on a regular rotating schedule.
- Hand sanitizer is available throughout the facilities
- If you are showing any symptoms of illness, please do not visit the Fitness Centre
Age Restrictions
- All users of the Fitness Centre must be 17 years of age or older to ensure safe use of equipment and to minimize the risk of injury.
- Anyone between the ages of 14-16 years old who wishes to use the Fitness Centre must complete an orientation with a parent/guardian who will also need to supervise them while they use the Fitness Centre in the future.
- Anyone 13 years of age or under are not permitted in the Fitness Centre.
Gold Fitness Alcove
Our newest Active Living fitness space is designed for functional fitness and circuit workouts.