2024
December 17, 2024
Esports Intramural Leagues/Tournaments Winter 2025
Esports Intramurals registration is open now. Games include: League of Legends, Valorant and Rocket League (Duos). Esports Intramurals are offered in collaboration with WEGA. More sign-up, eligibility, and specific date details are available at this link. (Read full entry)
December 6, 2024
Western Campus Recreation CLOSED Due to Weather
UPDATE: Due to severe weather having continued overnight, Western University - and therefore Western Campus Recreation - will remain closed today - Friday December 6, 2024.. Western Campus Recreation is currently closed today - Thursday December 5, 2024 - due to the weather. Please check University communications for further details. (Read full entry)
December 4, 2024
Staying Active During Exam Season
Tis the season – of finals, papers and marking. When you feel like your calendar is jam packed with essays, assignments, and tests, you’re often faced with a decision: to exercise, or not to exercise? Students who don’t find time to exercise are often forgetting to consider the benefits associated with being active. (Read full entry)
December 3, 2024
Registration Open Now for Recreational Sport Clubs Winter 2025
Register now for our Recreational Sport Clubs. We have a variety of different sport- or activity-based Clubs with available spots, each offering different opportunities for students to engage in active wellbeing. Pursue your passion or even find a new one! Visit Recreational Sport Clubs - Sport and Recreation Services - Western University (uwo.ca) for more information. (Read full entry)
December 2, 2024
Winter 2025 Intramurals
Registration is open NOW for Winter 2025 Intramurals that start in January. All registrations CLOSE: Monday, January 13 @ 11:59pm. League space is limited, and registration is first come, first served. Register as an individual or as a team. All skills levels are welcome. The wait-list can be an alternative option as teams occasionally drop-out. Taking part in Intramural Sports is a great way to get involved in University life at Western. We offer a full range of of activities where individuals can participate in men's, co-ed, or women's leagues at the competitive or recreational level. (Read full entry)
November 29, 2024
Glow & Flow Yoga - FREE
Unwind and recharge with Glow & Flow Yoga, a unique yoga experience held in our lower gym, illuminated by glow bracelets and candlelight. As exam season approaches, take time to relax, reduce stress, and center your mind. This session is designed to calm your nervous system and enhance your focus, helping you feel balanced and prepared. This FREE event will be held on Friday, Dec 6 at 8:30pm in the WSRC. (Read full entry)
November 27, 2024
Physical Activity is an Effective Treatment for LOTS of Presenting Problems
Whether you’re just feeling down or have a diagnosed mental health condition, research suggests that physical activity could help you with your symptoms. Vigorous exercise – things like cardio and weight lifting – can be as powerful for positively impacting your mood as an SSRI – a form of medication commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety. Studies also suggest that exercise can have a positive effect on managing ADHD symptoms. (Read full entry)
November 20, 2024
Physical Activity Can Bring About Positive Impacts to Your Mood in Big or Small Doses
Moving your body is good for your mind. It can lead to increased feelings of happiness, decreased negative emotions, improve sleep, and increase your mental alertness. However, taking your first steps to getting active can be difficult. (Read full entry)
November 15, 2024
NEW Intramural Tournaments
NEW this year, Campus Recreation will be holding Intramural Tournaments on December 1, 2024. Sports include: 3x3 Basketball, Dodgeball, and Volleyball. Registration starts on November 18 and closes on November 27. Space is limited. (Read full entry)
November 13, 2024
Physical Activity is Good for Your Mental Health
Research is proving again and again that almost every form of physical activity is good for your mental health. Whether you are running, lifting weights, doing yoga, or dancing, it turns out it can have a powerful impact on how you feel. This is the first in a multi-part Wellness and Fitness Series. For December and January we will focus on the brain and body connection. (Read full entry)
November 5, 2024
Reopened - Power Back On!
Power back on at Western Campus Rec, and we have reopened with regular operating hours. (Read full entry)
November 1, 2024
National Lifeguard Course
Western Campus Recreation is offering the National Lifeguard Course this November. To be eligible to take this course, candidates must be 15 years of age by the last day of the course; hold a current Standard First Aid w/ CPR C certification; and hold a Bronze Cross certification. For more information or to register, click here. (Read full entry)
October 8, 2024
Campus Recreation closed for Thanksgiving Monday
Happy Thanksgiving Western Mustangs! Western Campus Recreation will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Monday, October 14, 2024. As well, we will have slightly adjusted hours during Fall Reading Week. For more details, visit the 'Schedules' tab on this website. (Read full entry)
Sept 27, 2024
Fitness Membership
Interested in fitness classes? The Group Fitness Membership is available to all active Campus Recreation members. No experience necessary. The Group Fitness Membership gives you full access to attend an unlimited variety of classes at convenient times in the WSRC studios (fourth floor.) Our 8-month fitness membership sale ends Monday, Sept 30. Get yours today! (Read full entry)
Sept 24, 2024
Interested in becoming a Fitness Instructor?
Interested in becoming a Fitness Instructor? Register for our Fitness Instructor Training Course. This course is for people wanting to learn to teach group fitness classes at Western Campus Recreation the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC). Registration for this course includes access to the apprentice program, and uniform. (Read full entry)
Sept 23, 2025
First Aid Course(s)
Standard First Aid and CPR-C courses are available at Western this Fall! This Lifesaving Society course provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid, CPR and Automated External Defibrillation (AED). Registration is open now for courses on the following dates: Oct 5/6, Oct 26/27, Nov 16/17, and Nov 30/Dec 1. Space is limited. (Read full entry)
September 16, 2024
Recreational Sport Clubs 2024 Registration Open
Register now for our Recreational Sport Clubs, and come on out for our annual Clubs Week for Recreational Sport Clubs happening from September 16-20 all day in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) Atrium. This is an amazing opportunity to learn about all the different recreational sport clubs and how you can get involved! We have 20 different sport- or activity-based Clubs, each offering different opportunities for students to engage in active wellbeing. (Read full entry)
Sept 4, 2024
Fall Intramurals 2024
Registration OPENS on Thursday, Sept 5 at 8:00 am for Fall 2024 Intramurals. Taking part in Intramural Sports is a great way to get involved in University life at Western. We offer a full range of of activities where individuals can participate in men's, co-ed, or women's leagues at the competitive or recreational level. League space is limited, and registration is first come, first served. Leagues fill up fast. Register as an individual or as a team. All skills levels are welcome. The wait-list is a great alternative option as teams occasionally drop-out. (Read full entry)
August 28, 2024
Welcome Back Mustangs
Welcome back Western! We are excited to welcome all current Western students to the Western Student Recreation Centre (also known as the WSRC or the Rec Centre). Welcome also to our Staff and Faculty who have purchased memberships. New to Western or never visited Campus Recreation or the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) before? Visit our Western Campus Recreation Orientation web page which outlines the various programs, services, and specifics that will help to orient you to all that Western Campus Recreation has to offer, as well as links to a video tour, self-guided walking tour and more. (Read full entry)
June 26, 2024
Update: WSRC REOPENS after Power Outage - June 26
UPDATE as of 5pm June 26, 2024: Power is back on and facilities are reopening! #welcomeback Once again, our facilities - including the WSRC (Rec Centre) - are currently closed due to a power outage across Western University’s campus on June 26 at 4:00pm. Watch on social and at www.uwo.ca/campusrec for more information once power is restored and our facilities are safe to reopen. (Read full entry)
June 19, 2024
Heat Warning - Potential Temporary Disruptions
With the current heat warning in effect, some of our outdoor programming may need to move indoors. This could result in temporary disruptions to our regular drop-in schedule. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and flexibility. Your safety is our top priority. (Read full entry)
June 11, 2024
Lighting the Torch for Western Unified Basketball
Earlier this Spring, in March 2024, the Western Unified Intramural Basketball Program hosted the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) in London in a fun-filled morning of basketball. The LETR is the largest fundraising organization for the Special Olympics movement worldwide, having raised over one billion dollars. They are also the largest global public awareness vehicle for Special Olympics as they champion inclusion and acceptance, which aligns very well with Unified Sports. Unified Basketball was first introduced at Western in 2018 as an intramural sport for all Western students and Special Olympics athletes in the London region. They play weekly games each Sunday during the fall and winter semesters at the Western Student Recreation Centre. (Read full entry)
April 18, 2024
March 2024 Student Award Winners
We are excited to announce the March 2024 Campus Recreation Student Staff Award recipients! These team members have consistently gone above and beyond in providing excellent service to our members. They have shown exceptional dedication, teamwork, and positivity, making a real difference in the experiences of our members. Thank you for your outstanding work! Your contributions to the team and the campus community do not go unnoticed. Congratulations on being recognized as our Student Staff Award recipients. (Read full entry)
April 15, 2024
Summer Intramurals
Registration for Summer Western Intramurals is open NOW! Join as an individual or as a team. Open to members and non-members. Space is limited, and some sports fill up quickly. (Read full entry)
March 15, 2024
February 2024 Student Award Winners
We are excited to announce the February 2024 Campus Recreation Student Staff Award recipients! These team members have consistently gone above and beyond in providing excellent service to our members. They have shown exceptional dedication, teamwork, and positivity, making a real difference in the experiences of our members. Thank you for your outstanding work! Your contributions to the team and the campus community do not go unnoticed. Congratulations on being recognized as our Student Staff Award recipients. (Read full entry)
March 15, 2023
WSRC Closing Early on Sat March 23 for USC Relay For Life
The Western Student Recreation Centre will be closed at 6:00pm on Saturday, March 23 2024 for the USC Relay for Life event. This event raises money for cancer research, and students are encouraged to sign up for this fun all-night event to have the chance to win prizes and make a difference in the fight against cancer. (Read full entry)
February 20, 2024
January 2024 Student Award Winners
We are excited to announce the January 2024 Campus Recreation Student Staff Award recipients! These team members have consistently gone above and beyond in providing excellent service to our members. They have shown exceptional dedication, teamwork, and positivity, making a real difference in the experiences of our members. Thank you for your outstanding work! Your contributions to the team and the campus community do not go unnoticed. Congratulations on being recognized as our Student Staff Award recipients. (Read full entry)
February 19, 2024
Family Day Holiday Closure
Western Campus Recreation and the WSRC will be closed on Monday February 19, 2024 for the Family Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, Feb 20 at 6:30am and be open the remainder of Reading Week with slightly adjusted hours. Please visit our website for up-to-date hours and programming information. Wishing you a safe and happy Reading Week. (Read full entry)
February 14, 2024
Application for New Recreational Clubs
Student applications are open now for new Recreational Clubs for the 2024-25 academic year. Deadline to submit applications is February 29, 2024. For more information click on link. (Read full entry)
February 4, 2024
Invest in Yourself: Personal Training
Investing in personal training at Campus Recreation in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) offers students a myriad of benefits that extend beyond just physical fitness. Personal training not only enhances physical fitness but also fosters personal growth, motivation, and well-being. It's a valuable investment in oneself that can yield long-term benefits extending far beyond the gym. (Read full entry)
