URec
15 Peter Kelly Drive E3B 5A3 Fredericton, NB, Canada

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Jan 18-22. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Jan 11-15. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

MEMBER UPDATE Important Notice: Due to the Province of New Brunswick Public Health moving all Zones into the Orange phase, new COVID-19 regulations will be in effect at UREC beginning Wednesday, January 6 at 12 AM. ORANGE PHASE AT UREC ... During Orange phase, the following changes will be made to the RJCC: -Two meters of physical distancing continues to be in effect -Please continue to follow directional arrows when moving through the facility -Members will be actively screened and temperature will be taken upon entry to the facility -Masks must be worn at all times with the exception of being removed for exercise on cardio equipment (treadmill, bikes, elliptical, rowers, AMTs) -When engaging in cardiovascular activity or high intensity activity members must have 3m of physical distancing. -The selectorize equipment (3rd floor) will return to every other machine -Workouts must be individual, we are no longer allowing bubbles to workout together -Locker rooms will remain closed, members may use the washrooms We are committed to the health and safety of our patrons and thank you for your patience. Learn more about URec’s reopen plan, including information about facility access and related FAQ’s, by visiting URec.ca. For the latest updates on COVID-19 developments, visit UNB.ca/Coronavirus. RECREATION SERVICES

NEW YEARS CONTEST We're giving away 2 grand prizes and some URec apparel! Member prize: A one-month membership Student prize: A personal training starter pack... To enter the contest, print out or download our URec Bingo card. Complete all activities on the list to be entered for our grand prize. Either email us the Bingo card or a photo of it at [email protected]. The entry deadline is Sunday, January 31st at 11:59 p.m. The winner will be notified on Friday, February 5th! Note: There is a maximum of one entry per person. One winner will be selected at random. The winner must be a student, current member, or program participant. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

Welcome to #WellnessWednesday ! During our UREC wellness Bingo competition, we will be providing you with wellness tips on Wednesday for the rest of January! Our first tip comes from Registered Dietician Anna Jackson on how to build a balanced plate. Anna is the UNB/STU dietician, you can find her at the CC Jones building.

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Jan 4-8. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

Have you gotten started on your Bingo card yet??

Important Notice: Due to the Province of New Brunswick Public Health moving Zones 1 & 2 into the Orange phase, any individual who has travelled to Zones 1 or 2 since Friday, November 20 at 12 AM is not permitted to participate in URec programs and services for at least 14 days after their return, to abide by Public Health's directive. As a reminder, masks must be worn when moving throughout the rec facilities and may be removed once you reach the piece of equipment you intend to use. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.

Wishing you a safe and Happy New Year from all of us at URec!

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Nov 23-27. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

UREC SET TO REOPEN AUGUST 4 Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 4, URec will be ready to welcome back members at The Richard J. CURRIE CENTER & SMA Pool. As URec reopens, members will notice many changes that have been implemented as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. For the full details on URec’s reopen plan, including information about the status of memberships and related FAQs, visit: https://bit.ly/2CoGCKt... A number of implemented changes include the following: All URec programs, services & facility access will follow a phased reopening approach. As an added safety measure, members & staff will be required to wear a community face mask when entering and moving throughout the facilities. Masks will be provided if members forget to bring their own. Members will be required to book a workout (or swim) time, either online or by phone at (506) 453-4579, in advance of accessing the facilities until further notice. Online registration for bookings will open Monday, July 27. Member workout and swim times will be limited to 60-minutes at the CURRIE CENTER and 45-minutes at the SMA Pool respectively. Facilities will undergo a cleaning transition after each booking period. A 15-minute cleaning transition will be completed after each booking period at both the CURRIE CENTER & SMA Pool. Consecutive booking times are permitted, but members working out at the CURRIE CENTER will be required to exit and re-enter the facility after each booking period regardless of when they entered. Members with consecutive booking times at the SMA Pool will be required to stay on deck during the transition. Many services & member amenities, including towel service, locker rentals and shower access, will be suspended until further notice. For members who wish to retrieve personal belongings from lockers, please e-mail [email protected] to arrange a date & time for pick up. Directional signage and added safety guards have been implemented throughout the facilities to promote safe physical distancing. All URec staff will complete mandatory return-to-work orientation and training sessions prior to reopening. URec will continue to offer Health & Wellness at Home, which includes a live virtual group fitness schedule with new classes added weekly. URec would like to thank all members, staff and the greater UNB community for their continued patience and understanding. While it may not be business as usual, our team looks forward to safely reopening and rejoining all members in-person on Aug. 4. Full details https://bit.ly/2CoGCKt #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Details coming January 4th!

Happy Holidays! A quick Reminder of our Holiday hours

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Nov 16-20. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

URec will be open on Remembrance Day (Nov. 11) from 8 AM - 7 PM. There will be no virtual group fitness. #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers

Happy Holidays!

Attention members: A reminder that our new booking system will be in effect tomorrow Nov 11 at 8 AM. In preparation, our member portal will be down for maintenance tonight Nov 10 at 8:30 PM for a brief period of time. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.

Happy Holidays everyone!

Did you know that November is Diabetes Awareness Month? Our Living Well with Diabetes Initiative has directly supported over 200 pre-diabetic and diabetic individuals in our community! If you are pre-diabetic or currently living with diabetes, you may be eligible to participate in the Sun Life Financial Living Well with Diabetes Initiative! Participants receive savings of over 50% on memberships + personal training packages! ... Find further information: https://bit.ly/3ldyXQl

Good luck with exams! Reminder: study breaks are necessary. Sweat out the stress! Book a workout or try one or our virtual classes!

Although this years graduation is not at the Richard J. Currie Centre, we are still immensely proud of our UNB graduates! Congratulations 2020 graduates!

Give the gift of FIT this holiday season! We have gift certificates available for that special (or hard to shop for!) person on your list this year. The gift of health and fitness is not only a gift they’ll really enjoy, but it’s also a gift that keeps on giving. Stop by or call the membership services desk (453-4579) to purchase your gift today!

Looking for some holiday cheer to go along with your workout? Check out this mornings holiday themed Cardio & Core class with Lauren! https://youtu.be/QxmOAcEmrKs

The Holiday pool schedule is now available and will run from Dec. 13, 2020 - Jan. 3, 2021. Details: https://bit.ly/2LE5phQ

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Dec 14-18. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

MEMBER UPDATE Please note that on Tuesday, Dec. 8 UREC will return to yellow phase operations. Below is our updated procedures. RETURN TO YELLOW PHASE EFFECTIVE TUESDAY, DEC. 8 AT UREC... -Max capacity will remain 25 for the RJCC with 5 at the 1st floor Free Weight Room. Capacity will be re-evaluated in January 2021 -Masks must be worn between equipment and moving around the building. Masks can be taken off at designated workout areas but we encourage members to keep them on if you wish to. -Temperature checks are no longer mandatory, active screening will remain. -Members must continue to maintain social distancing protocols of 2 meters. -Two-person workout bubbles are allowed. -All selectorize equipment is now open. We are committed to the health and safety of our patrons and thank you for your patience. RECREATION SERVICES

Please note that on Sunday, Dec. 6 the Richard J. CURRIE CENTER will delay opening until 11 AM. Lap swim times at the SMA Pool will continue as scheduled.

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Dec 7-11. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Nov 30-Dec 4. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

ORANGE PHASE AT UREC During Orange phase, the following changes will be made to the RJCC Two meters of physical distancing continues to be in effect... Please continue to follow directional arrows when moving through the facility Members will be actively screened and temperature will be taken upon entry to the facility Masks must be worn at all times with the exception of being removed for exercise on cardio equipment (treadmill, bikes, elliptical, rowers, AMTs) When engaging in cardiovascular activity or high intensity activity members must have 3m of physical distancing. The selectorize equipment (3rd floor) will return to every other machine Workouts must be individual, we are no longer allowing bubbles to workout together Locker rooms will remain closed, members may use the washrooms We are committed to the health and safety of our patrons and thank you for your patience.

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Nov 9-13. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

We've made changes to our booking system that will take into effect on Wednesday, Nov. 11. What can you expect with these changes? The system is now more user friendly and simplified for members! Check out our video on how to use the new system! All bookings will now become available at midnight, 4 days prior to the session. Members will have to be booked individually as adding family members is currently unavailable. In addition to the new booking system, consecutive and mul...tiple bookings at the pool will also no longer be available as of Nov. 11 due to the limited capacity for lap swims. By doing so, URec strives to serve more members. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7hYWolIhFA&t=16s

Virtual classes didn't stop the URec crew from celebrating Halloween in style this week!

Happy Halloween! A reminder that daylight savings begins November 1 at 2 AM, clocks fall back to 1 AM.

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Nov 2nd-6th. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

Looking for a workout regime you can do from the comfort of your own space? URec's team of qualified instructors are holding online group fitness classes that will get you moving, sweating and feeling great! View schedule: https://bit.ly/37zestl

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Oct. 26-30. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

#FBF to last years Halloween themed Zumba class with Zumba with Rachel Mills! Join us Monday, October 26, at 7 PM for our virtual Halloween themed Zumba class! Costumes are encouraged but not required. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9

CLOSURE UPDATE (Oct. 22): URec facilities will remain closed for the day and will reopen tomorrow, Oct. 23 at 6 AM. Tonight's Virtual EXCEL class at 5 PM will continue as scheduled. Stay safe

Due to an ongoing Police matter please avoid campus until further notice. URec will be closed until further notice.

Virtual Silver Series and Virtual EXCEL Fall Session II registration opens tomorrow, Thursday, October 22 at 6 AM. Continue with your favourite program or join us virtually for the first time! For more information, or to register, contact Membership Services at 453-4579 or [email protected].

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Oct. 19th-23rd. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Important Notice: Due to the Province of New Brunswick Public Health moving Zones 1 & 5 into the Orange phase, any individual who has travelled to Zones 1 or 5 since Friday, October 9 at 12 AM is not permitted to participate in URec programs and services for at least 14 days after their return, to abide by Public Health's directive. As a reminder, masks must be worn when moving throughout the rec facilities and may be removed once you reach the piece of equipment you intend to use. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.

Did you know that it's Sustainability Week at UNB? To effectively care for our external environment, it's important that we take time to care for ourselves as well. That's why we’ve partnered with the UNB Student Union and UNB Sustainability to bring you Lunchtime Yoga with URec! Join us for this FREE online yoga class on Thursday, Oct. 15 from 12 PM to 1 PM. Learn More: https://bit.ly/2Ftv8Xy

Happy Sunday! A reminder that URec will be open on Thanksgiving Day (Monday, Oct. 12) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Members who would like to workout or swim at URec are reminded that bookings are required, either online or by phone, prior to arrival.... recreation.unbf.ca (506) 453-4579 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Oct. 12-16th. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

URec is still accepting participants in the Sun Life Financial Living Well with Diabetes Initiative! Consultations for new members as well as nutritional services for current members are now available virtually. If you are pre-diabetic or currently living with diabetes, you may be eligible to participate in the Sun Life Financial Living Well with Diabetes Initiative! Participants receive savings of over 50% on memberships + personal training packages! For more information o...n the memberships or nutrition services please contact Caitlin Doyle. Learn more about the Sun Life Financial Living Well with Diabetes Initiative here:https://bit.ly/3lxycBr Sunlife Financial Diabetes Canada

URec will be open on Thanksgiving Day (Monday, Oct. 12) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Members who would like to workout or swim at URec are reminded that bookings are required, either online or by phone, prior to arrival. recreation.unbf.ca (506) 453-4579... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

NOTICE: Please be advised that the CURRIE CENTER parking lot will be closed from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9 due to exterior window cleaning of the facility. Members are encouraged to plan ahead before visiting campus. Members may park in GENERAL parking areas on campus (not including FACULTY, STAFF, or VISITOR parking). #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Oct. 5-9. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Sept. 28 - Oct. 2. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Planning a weekend workout at URec? Don't forget that our Saturday & Sunday hours have been extended at the CURRIE CENTER. Now open from 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Book a workout (or swim) time at URec: www.recreation.unbf.ca (506) 453-4579... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Join us on Friday at 12 noon for a virtual WOW (Workout of the Week) class! This class changes styles each week to offer varied, dynamic, full body workouts. Each class will vary in exercises, equipment and instructors to keep you challenged. All workouts will include cardio, strength training, agility and flexibility. To learn more or to join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: http://bit.ly/2XzyMW9... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Change of plans & need to cancel? Cancel scheduled workout or swim times, up to 1 hour in advance, in just a few easy steps using the online portal. Cancellations are also accepted over the phone and by e-mail as well. www.recreation.unbf.ca... [email protected] (506) 453-4579 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

ICYMI: Expanded weekend hours at URec #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Sept. 21-25. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link: bit.ly/2XzyMW9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

NOTICE: EXPANSION OF WEEKEND HOURS AT UREC Beginning Saturday, Sept. 19, URec will have the following operating hours at the CURRIE CENTER: Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. 10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 8:30 a.m. 10 p.m.... All booking procedures and protocols will remain the same until further notice. To book a workout (or swim) time at URec please visit recreation.unbf.ca or call (506) 453-4579 prior to arrival. Find a list of available workout times here: https://bit.ly/3merDVx The fall pool schedule at the SMA Pool continues until Dec. 12 and is available here: https://bit.ly/2DiGo7X At this time, URec remains in Phase One of its reopening plan. Transition to subsequent phases of the reopen plan will be announced at a later date. Learn more about URec’s reopen plan, including information about facility access and related FAQ’s, by visiting https://bit.ly/2CoGCKt. #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

ICYMI: Silver Series & EXCEL are going virtual this fall! Classes start Sept. 21 and continue until Oct. 29. Interested in joining? There's still time to register! Learn more: https://bit.ly/33cYqRU

Here's your chance - help name Fredericton's newest trail! #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

A new week of virtual group fitness gets started today! To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link. bit.ly/2XPt01l... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Coming in for a workout? Check out this handy guide showing available workout times at the CURRIE CENTER: bit.ly/3merDVx Book a workout (or swim) time at URec today: www.recreation.unbf.ca... (506) 453-4579 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StayHealthy

The 2020 Parkinson SuperWalk is coming up this Saturday, Sept. 12! If you're interested in participating, or would like to make a donation to Parkinson Canada, visit: superwalk.ca. #SuperWalk #ParkinsonCanada #ParkinsonCanadaSuperWalk #Nomatterwhat #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

ICYMI: Don't forget your mask when coming in for a workout or swim at URec! Masks must be worn when moving to different areas throughout the rec facilities and may be removed once you reach your intended workout space. #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

ICYMI: Registration is now open for Virtual Silver Series & EXCEL classes! #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Welcome back! Virtual group fitness continues this week. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link. bit.ly/2XPt01l... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

URec will be open on Labour Day (Monday, Sept. 7) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Members who would like to workout or swim at URec are reminded that bookings are required, either online or by phone, prior to arrival. recreation.unbf.ca... (506) 453-4579 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

The fall session of Virtual Silver Series & EXCEL classes get underway Sept. 21 & continue until Oct. 29. Classes are ideal for past or current participants of AXON, APEX, Body & Bones, Happy Hearts & Silver Strides. Registration opens Tuesday, Sept. 8.... For more information, including class options and fees, visit: bit.ly/32RC1JS

DYK: URec members receive 50% off rentals at Second Nature Outdoors locations. Season ends Sept. 7. Learn more: bit.ly/376bry9 #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

NOTICE: We are currently experiencing a technical issue related to online bookings for STUDENT members. New and returning STUDENT members are unable to book a workout or swim time using our online member portal. The issue does not appear to impact any other member groups at this time. We are working to resolve the issue. Until further notice, all STUDENT members who would like to book a workout or swim time are asked to phone URec at (506) 453-4579 or email [email protected].... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

The fall schedule at the SMA Pool gets underway Monday, Sept. 7. Bookings are required, either online or by phone, prior to arrival. See the full schedule here: bit.ly/2DiGo7X... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

New virtual group fitness schedule for the week of Aug. 31 - Sept. 4. To join, visit our website & sign up for the weekly class link. bit.ly/2XPt01l... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

DYK: Workout & swim times may be booked, either online or by phone, up to 4 days in advance of accessing URec. Bookings are also accepted within 60 minutes of the next available workout or swim period. recreation.unbf.ca (506) 453-4579... #StayActive #StayHealthy #StaySafe

Planning to be on campus? Learn more about some of the steps you can take to ensure your mask is safe and effective.