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Athletics & Recreation provides you with diverse programming that will meet your needs, interests and aspirations. By offering multiple levels of participation, from recreational classes to intramurals and interuniversity sports, you can take advantage of opportunities based on your time commitment, skills and personal development goals.

09/24/2026

A good time was had by all!! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💨

🦁

09/21/2026

🍂 FALL WELL-BEING WEEK @ KEELE 🍂
📅 Oct 5–9 | 📍 Tait McKenzie Centre

PAUSE. RESET. RECHARGE. 💚
The semester is flying by.
Midterms are creeping closer.
Your schedule? PACKED. 😅

So this week, take a breath, slow down, and make a little time for YOU.

Join us at the Tait McKenzie Centre for a full week of FREE wellness events designed to help you move, connect, create, and recharge — wherever you are in your wellness journey.

🌟 WHAT’S HAPPENING?
🏋️ FREE GROUP CLASSES — ALL WEEK
All group classes are free for students! Register in advance or drop in.

💌 TENDER TUESDAY
Spread some kindness! Leave a positive note for someone else — or yourself — in the Tait McKenzie Lobby. 💚
🕗 8 AM–5 PM

🌳 BLACK CREEK WALKS
Fresh air = instant reset. 🍃
Take a morning walk or step away from the books for a midday mental boost. Come as you are and walk at your own pace!

🥗 BUILD A FOOD PLAN
Healthy eating on a student budget? YES, it’s possible! Learn how to create a realistic food plan that fits your schedule, budget, and campus life.

🎲 BOARD GAME SOCIAL
Grab your BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch) and join us for games, laughs, and low-pressure socializing. Come solo or bring your crew — everyone’s welcome!

💚 WHY JOIN?
✨ Beginner-friendly
✨ FREE to attend
✨ No fitness membership required
✨ Meet the Keele community
✨ Waiver required for active sessions

Whether you want to move, chill, create, connect, or simply take a break from the chaos — there’s a place for you here.

📲 Register early — spots may be limited!
👯 Tag your wellness buddy!
🔖 Save this post so you don’t miss a thing!

You spend so much time taking care of everything else.

This week, take care of YOU. 💚

09/20/2026

🚨 REGISTER NOW. 🚨

You + your friends + the TREETOPS. 🌲🧗

October 3.
Aerial courses. Obstacles. Challenges.

Are you ready? 👀🔥

📍 Whitchurch-Stouffville
🚌 9:30 AM from Tait McKenzie Centre
⚠️ 55”+ | Max 250 lbs

LIMITED SPOTS — LINK IN STORY or head to RecOnline

OutdoorAdventure

09/18/2026

🏐 SERVE. SOCIALIZE. GET INTO INTRAMURALS.
Curious about intramurals but not sure where to start? Serve & Socialize is your chance to try it out in a fun, low-pressure setting.
Come play 4v4 volleyball, meet new people, get comfortable with team play, and learn how York intramurals work, no team or previous experience needed.

📅 Monday, September 28
⏰ 6:30 PM–9:30 PM
📍 Markham Pan Am Centre — Gym 3

Come solo or bring a friend. We’ll build the teams when you arrive.
Register through RecOnline Under Markham Experience and come serve, play, and socialize! 🏐

09/17/2026

Our 5-session package is only 20% off for one more day! Don’t miss out 🙌🏼

🦁

09/16/2026

🎉 Your York U Recreation experience, now in the palm of your hand.

Meet the new York U Recreation app (Fusion Go)—your go-to spot for discovering programs, checking schedules, booking activities, and making the most of your time on campus. 🏋️‍♀️🏊‍♂️🏀

📲 Swipe through for a quick tour of the app and see just how easy it is to find your next way to move, play, and connect.

Whether you’re here to break a sweat, try something new, or get involved in the York community, we’ve got you covered.

Download. Explore. Get moving. 💛💙

09/15/2026

Step into nature and join us for a unique Teaching Kitchen experience at Maloca Garden!

This month, York U Dietitian Dahlia Abou El Hassan and Phyllis Novak, Director of Maloca Community and Native Plant Gardens, invite you to explore the journey from garden to table. Tour the garden, harvest fresh ingredients, and learn how plants can be transformed into a delicious, comforting cup of tea.

Whether you're a gardening enthusiast or simply curious to learn something new, this event is for everyone!

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Maloca Garden

Spots are limited, so mark your calendars and register now. We can’t wait to see you there!

09/13/2026

Find Your Space. Own Your Strength. ❤️🖤 A women-only & inclusive gym space isn’t just about comfort.

It’s about freedom.
Freedom from worrying who’s watching.
Freedom from feeling out of place.

Freedom from thinking about anything except your workout.
At York U Rec, we’re proud to introduce Women’s Only and Inclusive Fitness hours in Studio 3 — intentional spaces created so every Lion can move confidently, safely, and without hesitation.

💪 Built for your comfort.
✨ Designed for your goals.
👯‍♀️ Grounded in community.

Whether you’re new to the gym, returning after time away, or simply looking for a more supportive fitness environment, this space is for YOU.

📍 Studio 3 — Tait McKenzie Centre
No judgment. No pressure. Just movement that feels good.

🛑 Respectful. Inclusive. Empowering.
Let’s move together, Lions. 💛🦁

09/12/2026

🎉 Fall Term Try-It Week is HERE! 🏋️♀️🧘♂️💃

Not sure where to start with fitness this semester? We've got you! 💪

Check out the FULL schedule of FREE classes and activities on the app! Happening all week long at York U Recreation – no experience, no pressure, just show up and try it! 🙌

✨ From yoga to Zumba, spin to strength, there’s something for everyone.

🗓️ When: Sept 14th to 18th
📍 Where: Tait McKenzie Centre, by Pioneer Village Station
💥 Open to all York students!

Tag your workout buddy & make a plan to move with us! ❤️

Address

4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
M3J1P3

Telephone

+14167365185

Website

http://reconline.yorkulions.ca/

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