VIU Campus Rec
900 Fifth Street - Building 190 V9R 5W4 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Registration opens today !! Outdoor recreation events, open gym time and weight room sessions. https://bit.ly/3nEHP1S

Welcome back, Mariners! Mariners Athletics & Recreation is excited to announce that beginning January 11, 2021 we will once again be offering pre-booked weight room sessions for VIU students and staff! Weight room sessions will be offered from Monday to Friday at the following times:... Session #1: 9AM - 10:30AM Session #2: 11:30AM - 1PM* (*not available on Wednesdays) Session #3: 2PM - 3:30PM Please be aware of our updated mask policy prior to booking! To register, please visit ca.apm.activecommunities.com/viucampusrec & stay tuned for upcoming Athletics & Recreation program updates!

Masks should be worn at all times inside the VIU Gymnasium, except during physical activity.

We are excited to announce the first-ever multi-institutional virtual career fair on Vancouver Island: Beyond 2020 - Vancouver Island Career & Connections Fair. Vancouver Island University has partnered with Royal Roads University, North Island College, and Camosun College to present this virtual Career Fair for students and employers that will take place on November 19, 2020 from 10am4pm. Registration is now open for both students and exhibitors: https://services.viu.ca/centre-experiential-lea/beyond-2020.

VIU’s Draft Strategic Plan is Ready for Your Input! Please take the opportunity to review the first draft of VIU’s new strategic plan. Using the Ethelo online... engagement platform, you can read, review, make comments, rate and see other’s comments. Participate from now until November 27, 2020. Visit A Different Kind of University to get started https://viu-draft-strategic-plan.ethelo.net//welcome-to-th

Gamers at VIU we need you! You still have a chance to represent VIU at this national tournament! Deadline extended.

Early Christmas Gift Ideas !! VIU Mariners gear online sale. Hurry .... Deadline for orders November 15th. https://viuxmas2020.itemorder.com/sale

Gaming Challenge at VIU on FIFA 20 ... Registration Opens TODAY! Think you're the best FIFA player at Vancouver Island University? Want a chance to represent your school at the national level? Sign up today for the Vancouver Island University - CCAA FIFA Qualification. https://ccaa.unitinggamers.com/leagues/153

In recognition of the ongoing mental health and wellness impacts of COVID, Thrive events and initiatives at VIU will be throughout the year, rather than a ‘Thrive Week’.Thrive is an online collection of events, activities, resources to help VIU students Thrive! http://viu.ca/thrive

NEW !! Gym Floor Time. Starting Tuesday, Nov 3rd 10:30am-12noon. Limited to 30 participants. Registration required! Also Wednesday's 7:45pm-9:30pm, Friday's 12noon-1:30pm and 2pm-3:30pm. Registrations opens Oct 30th 9am. https://bit.ly/35Hm9el

After a bit of a smokey start we have rejigged our sea kayak Thursday afternoon activity. We have two more sessions available on Sept 24 and Oct 1. You can co...me to just one or register for both. Tiny group size and a great chance for you to get outside, paddle on the ocean and watch the sunset. Follow the link for more details and we hope to see you on Thursday. https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/viuca/Activity_Search

The VIU Gym is now open to students and staff for pre-registered weight rooms sessions! There are three 1.5 hour sessions daily:... - 9AM to 10:30AM - 11:30AM to 1PM - 2PM to 3:30PM *NOTE: On Wednesdays, there is only one available session from 9AM to 10:30AM. To register for these sessions, scan the QR code or visit https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/viucam/Reserve_Options

Heading to the beach this weekend? Chickpea Hummus is ways a great snack to share. #foodie #homemadesnacks #itstheweekend

Have you ever used a deck of cards to workout? Try this fun workout. #feeltheburn #stayactive

The new semester is only a few weeks away! #motivationmonday

The ever classic BLT sandwich but BITE SIZED! Enjoy this tasty treat with friends this weekend while still keeping your distance. #foodiefridays #bltcups

Bingo is a great way to pass the time, but when you add some fitness, it's that much better! Are you able to complete a bingo line? #fitnessbingo #stayactive