Welcome to UBC Recreation Aquatics

Jump in to the new UBC Aquatic Centre for drop-in swimming, aquacize fitness classes, swimming lessons, springboard diving lessons, learn to scuba dive, advanced aquatics, and first aid courses.

What’s New?

Hot Tub Maintenance | Oct 7

October 6, 2026

The hot tub at the UBC Aquatic Centre will be unavailable on Wednesday, October 7 due to maintenance. It will re-open on Thursday, October 8.

Floating Pumpkin Patch | Oct 25

October 4, 2026

The UBC Aquatic Centre is thrilled to announce that we are running our Floating Pumpkin Patch again! Join us on Saturday, October 25, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Leisure Pool for an unforgettable experience.

Thanksgiving | Closures & Reduced Hours

October 1, 2026

UBC’s Sports Facilities will be closed or operating with reduced hours on Monday, October 12 for Thanksgiving. Please check schedules prior to visiting.

UBC Aquatic Centre | Upcoming Dates of Note

September 18, 2026

The facility will see a variety of closures and adjusted hours in September and October. Please see the below dates for full-facility closures and other impacts in the month of October.

Student Nights at the Aquatic Centre are Back This Fall!

September 9, 2026

Starting September 17th, on Thursdays from 8:00 pm onwards, the Aquatic Centre hosts drop-in facility hours exclusively to UBC students!