Vikes Recreation
Vikes Recreation - Education Through Recreation
We are committed to providing a wide variety of programs and services to meet your needs, including;
- One of the largest fitness weight centres in Western Canada
- Convenient aquafit and fitness classes and lessons and classes including yoga, martial arts and dance
- Various informal recreation (drop-in) opportunities
- A competitive and social intramurals program
- Sports and recreation clubs
News and Events
Spring and Summer Registration starts April 2nd!
Vikes Recreation is opening spring and summer programs for registration on April 2nd at 7am. Get a sneak preview of our courses online now and get ready for a great summer.
Intramurals March Madness
One month, three tournaments! Get in on the action and download more information here (.pdf).
Get fitter with Twitter
Vikes Recreation is now on Twitter. Follow us for special offers, prizes and the latest news on programs!
Student recreation
Vikes Recreation is your campus starting point for fun, fitness and recreation. We provide specific programming designed to meet the needs of students, informal and drop-in recreation opportunities and great student events throughout the year.
Find out how you can take advantage of our facilities and programs. Stay or get fit and healthy, socialize with and make new friends, & engage in healthy competition. To participate in Vikes Recreation activities, programs, and facilities, UVic students can register online or visit the Vikes Recreation office at the Ian Stewart Complex.
Staff recreation
Work and work-out all in one place! Vikes Recreation offers excellent programs for UVic Staff and Faculty. A variety of classes are offered during the workday (early morning, lunch hour and evening) to meet the needs of UVic faculty/staff.
The department has membership plans and programming designed specifically for Faculty and Staff. Come work out, learn a new skill, bring your family and enjoy all the facilities and services we have to offer.
Recreation for everyone!
Community recreation
Are you interested in renting a sports facility? Check out our facilities and rental rates.
Belonging to the UVic community gives you benefits. By providing a variety of leisure programs and supporting community membership, Vikes Recreation is a leader in making recreation an important part of the community.
Vikes Recreation provides a variety of programs and services to the public and community groups including sports camps, lessons and drop-in leisure. These programs and services promote spirit and pride throughout the community and provide outreach opportunities to the Capital Region.
Alumni Benefits
UVic Alumni Card holders (associate alumni excluded) are eligible for reduced rates on Vikes Recreation base memberships. There are add-on fees for programs, leagues and the fitness weight centre.
