February 19, 2021
Indoor Skating and Jogging in the Thompson Recreation Athletic Centre begins for interested Western students on Monday, February 22. Reservations are required and will open on Saturday, February 20. Masks are required at all times. For more information and requirements, visit this page. (Read full entry)
February 16, 2021
Western Campus Recreation will be starting a phased reopening on Monday, February 22. Bookings for those spaces will open on February 20. The Western Sport and Recreation team is excited to start with a phased reopening of the WSRC for in-person student programming while meeting provincial guidelines and providing robust cleaning and safety protocols. Masks must be worn at all times while in the facilities. For more information and FAQs visit this page. (Read full entry)
January 13, 2021
Western Mustangs Esports Online Intramurals are happening again, starting January 2021. We're always committed to providing intramural activities any way we know how, and we’re pursuing online gaming as a means to offer alternative programming. Who couldn't use a good distraction? (Read full entry)
January 5, 2021
From live digital fitness classes every day, esports opportunities, to pre-recorded active living and informational videos, we hope you will check out our offerings and join us this Winter 2021 for some Mustangs active-living and community connections. All our online Winter digital classes are FREE for the Western campus community. For information about campus openings and closures visit https://www.uwo.ca/coronavirus/updates/index.html# (Read full entry)
Dec 22, 2020
All indoor campus sport and recreation facilities will close December 22 at 6:30 p.m., however pre-recorded digital fitness classes are available throughout the break and live virtual programming will resume January 11, 2021. Limited in-person outdoor athlete training will resume January 11, coaches will reach out to athletes to confirm. For more information about when the University will reopen for in-person, please visit https://www.uwo.ca/coronavirus/updates/dec22.html (Read full entry)
December 11, 2020
We are offering digital programming over the exam period and the holidays, December 12 - January 10, which includes pre-recorded active living, fitness and informational videos. We hope you will check out our offerings and join us again in January for LIVE Fitness Classes. Esports intramural registration is also now open for January. Campus Recreation and our facilities are closed for in-person programming from December 23 - January 10. (Read full entry)
December 1, 2020
Western Mustangs Esports Online Intramurals are happening again, starting January 2021. We're always committed to providing intramural activities any way we know how, and we’re pursuing online gaming as a means to offer alternative programming. Who couldn't use a good distraction? (Read full entry)
November 20, 2020
Western Campus Recreation has revised its schedule for live digital classes starting Monday, November 23, due to instructor availability. The new schedule is posted on our site now. (Read full entry)
November 12, 2020
In the first phase of our reopening, reservations are limited to Western Students. Participants must have a Fall 2020 active Western Student Membership in order to participate. Reservations are available 5 days prior to the time slots. Registration opens Wednesday, November 11, 2020 online at shop.westernmustangs.ca (Read full entry)
October 27, 2020
Western Campus Recreation will be starting a phased reopening on Monday November 2, just in time for Fall Reading Week. The Western Sport and Recreation team is excited to start with a phased reopening of the WSRC for in-person student programming while meeting provincial guidelines, reducing capacity, and providing new and robust cleaning and safety protocols. (Read full entry)
October 13, 2020
We are excited to introduce a brand new virtual program for Fall 2020. The purpose of the 5km Learn to Run training programs is to prepare you to be able to run 5km without walking. The best news? No prior running experience is necessary to learn how to train for a 5km. If you can walk and run, you can finish this program. The training programs includes several short sessions during the week of only about 30 minutes each. You'll do a run-walk combo, alternating between running and walking segments to build up your endurance. Give it a try and you might just meet your goal and finish a 5km. (Read full entry)
October 6, 2020
We are offering digital programming across all our departments throughout the Fall: Campus Recreation, Sport, and Spirit & Connection. From live digital fitness classes every day, esports opportunities, to pre-recorded active living and informational videos, we hope you will check out our offerings and join us this Fall for some Mustangs active-living and community connections. All our online Fall digital classes are FREE for the Western campus community. (Read full entry)
September 29, 2020
This is an unprecedented time for campus intramurals across the country. We're always committed to providing intramural activities any way we know how, and we’re pursuing online gaming as a means to continue programming and keep our members engaged in new ways. Registration has been EXTENDED and now closes Wednesday, Sept 30 at 11:59pm. (Read full entry)
September 17, 2020
As the University is reverting back to Phase 3 of the Return to Campus Plan, we will therefore be pausing our in-person services and temporarily closing our facilities, in Campus Recreation and Sport. More information can be found at www.uwo.ca/coronavirus. For more information about our digital programming please see https://www.uwo.ca/campusrec/news/2020/Fall_Digital_Classes.html (Read full entry)
September 7, 2020
Campus Recreation has reconfigured our spaces to enhance physical distancing and safety measures. We have created workout 'pods' that are physically distanced from each other. We have included here the configuration of the upstairs gyms and what is contained in each individual workout pod. We also will have pods set up in our Weight Room and Cardio Room spaces to start. (Read full entry)
August 31, 2020
The Western Sport and Recreation team has been busy preparing Return to Sport and Facility Reopening plans. We are excited to reopen for students while meeting provincial guidelines, initially reducing capacity, and providing new and robust cleaning and safety protocols. We will not have any fitness classes Sept 1-7 for staff training and to get things ready for our reopening on September 7. In-person and digital Fitness Classes will begin the week of September 8. (Read full entry)
August 25, 2020
The Western Sport and Recreation team has been busy preparing Return to Sport and Facility Reopening plans. We are excited to reopen for students while meeting provincial guidelines, initially reducing capacity, and providing new and robust cleaning and safety protocols. New information has been posted in our updated FAQs. (Read full entry)
July 10, 2020
We are offering digital programming across all our departments throughout the summer: Campus Recreation, Sport Western, Sport, and Spirit & Connection. From live in-person fitness classes every day, webinars on various sports topics, announcements about new recruits and award winners, to pre-recorded active living and informational videos, we hope you will check out our offerings and join us this summer for some Mustangs active-living and community connections. All our online live classes are FREE for the summer. (Read full entry)
July 15, 2020
The University is currently considering proposals for the reopening of various spaces on campus, and Campus Recreation and the WSRC is in Phase 4 of the University plan https://www.uwo.ca/coronavirus/return.html. We're hopeful that spaces, including but not limited to outdoor, may be able to open earlier, as the province has now moved into Phase 3. More information will be posted here as available. (Read full entry)
June 26, 2020
Happy almost Canada Day. There will be no digital classes on Canada to allow our staff to have a well deserved break. We will be back with our regular digital class schedule on July 2. (Read full entry)
June 12, 2020
The June 8 announcement by the Ontario government regarding phase 2 allowed for some pools to reopen in London effective June 12. However, given that Recreation Centres and Gyms are not part of Ontario's phase 2, and our pool is within the Western Student Recreation Centre, we do not have a confirmed date for reopening at this time. Any updates will be posted on the Western Campus Recreation website. (Read full entry)
May 6, 2020
This Mental Health Week, let us say more than just “I’m fine.” Let’s have real conversations with our friends, neighbours and coworkers about how we’re all really doing. We’re in this together. Also check out: Massage Mondays - with Western Campus Recreation RMT (Registered Massage Therapists) Trainer Tuesdays - with Western Campus Recreation Personal Trainers Watch for future series to launch: Throwback Thursdays, Fun Fridays. #staywell #westernmustangs (Read full entry)
May 1, 2020
Looking for ways to stay active while staying at home and working on your physical distancing? All our online live classes are FREE for the summer. Sports and Recreation wants our Mustangs to be able to stay active, so our Western Campus Recreation Fitness is LIVE on Instagram @Western_Rec every day, and on Zoom - Mondays and Thursdays for Cardio Dance. Check out our schedule. (Read full entry)
Last updated: July 28, 2020
Western University is continuously monitoring the situation in conjunction with the Middlesex London Health Unit and the Public Health Agency of Canada. The University is providing regularly updated information at https://www.uwo.ca/ (Read full entry)
April 29, 2020
What better time than now to create your own personal wellness retreat at home. No travel, donning masks or remaining 2 metres apart from others; just relaxation, self-care, healthy meals, physical activity, and all your favorite wellness treatments. Also check out: Massage Mondays - with Western Campus Recreation RMT (Registered Massage Therapists) Trainer Tuesdays - with Western Campus Recreation Personal Trainers Watch for future series to launch: Throwback Thursdays, Fun Fridays. #staywell #westernmustangs (Read full entry)
April 24, 2020
Looking for new ways to stay active and de-stress while staying at home? Sports and Recreation wants to provide our Mustangs with many different resources to support you while you are away from campus. In addition to our Western Campus Recreation Live Instagram Fitness series, with classes each day, we are launching the new Campus Rec Reachouts Video Series. Video Series Launched so far: Massage Mondays - with Western Campus Recreation RMT (Registered Massage Therapists) Trainer Tuesdays - with Western Campus Recreation Personal Trainers Watch for future series to launch: Wellness Wednesdays, Throwback Thursdays, Fun Fridays. #staywell #mustangs (Read full entry)
April 16, 2020
Congratulations to Jenna Smith, Manager, Aquatics, Membership Services, Dance, and Drop In Programs for winning the 2020 NIRSA Professional Service Award! (Read full entry)
April 8, 2020
Western Mustangs Esports Online Multi-day Tournaments are happening in April 2020. FREE Registration This is an unprecedented time for campus intramurals across the country. We're always committed to providing intramural activities any way we know how, and we’re pursuing online gaming as a means to continue programming and keep participants engaged through this difficult time. Who couldn't use a good distraction? Costs for Tournaments: FREE Tournaments: 1. Xbox (only) - FIFA20 2. PS4 (only) - NHL20 3. Nintendo (only) - Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Read full entry)
March 17, 2020
Western University is continuously monitoring the situation in conjunction with the Middlesex London Health Unit and the Public Health Agency of Canada. The University is providing regularly updated information at https://www.uwo.ca/ (Read full entry)
February 29, 2020
12 teams from across the province converged on Western on Saturday morning as the university hosted the first ever University/College Unified Basketball Championship in partnership with Special Olympics Ontario and NIRSA. (Read full entry)
February 14, 2020
Do you want to learn more about exercise nutrition and how you what you eat affects your performance? Join us on Wednesday March 4th for a FREE Nutrition and Exercise 101 workshop to talk all things exercise nutrition. (Read full entry)
February 2, 2020
Jobs are posted NOW for many different Mustangs student roles for Summer 2020 and Fall/Winter 2021. Check out www.westernmustangs.ca/jobs for more information. Apply now and become a part of this incredible team. (Read full entry)
Rowan's Law
Concussion Awareness: Preventing injuries is important to keeping people active throughout their lives. Some injuries are easy to see and treat but what about an injury inside the head? Brain injuries, such as concussions, don’t show on the outside and are not always obvious. Even when you can’t see the injury, a person with a concussion still feels the effects and needs the proper care to get better. This resource will help you learn more about concussions so you can keep yourself and others active and safe – whether you’re an athlete, student, parent, coach, official or educator. (Read full entry)
January 17, 2020
Massage Therapy provides many physical, mental and emotional benefits, including reduced anxiety levels, loosened muscles, and a relaxed feeling of wellbeing. And Massage Therapy is available at the Rec Centre (WSRC). Fun Fact: your student or faculty/staff insurance plan covers massage therapy (please check the details of the plan to confirm coverage levels). (Read full entry)
January 14, 2020
Facilities Management has planned an emergency steam shutdown for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15 in the morning. As a result, the WSRC will not have hot water from 6-8:30am which will impact our showers and the pool will also be closed during this time. We apologize for the inconvenience this causes any members. (Read full entry)
January 9, 2020
Registration will close for Winter Intramurals on Monday, January 13th at 11:59pm. Taking part in intramural sports is a great way to get involved in University life at Western. Whether you like to participate at the competitive or recreational level, we offer a full range of activities that will pique your interest. (Read full entry)
December 9, 2019
Limited Time Offer: Register for 2 fitness classes for the Winter Term (Start in January) and get an additional 1 class for free. Offer expires December 21, 2019. Registration is only avaialble in person at the Rec Centre Welcome Desk (WSRC). Come get active Mustangs! (Read full entry)
November 22, 2019
Campus Recreation has adjusted hours for during December, and also for over the December-January Holiday Break. Although Western University is closed from Dec 22-Jan 1, Campus Recreation will be open some days during this break. These hours are available now to view on the main Campus Recreation webpage. To view the Western Holiday schedule, please visit https://www.uwo.ca/hr/holiday_schedule.html (Read full entry)
November 8, 2019
Campus Recreation will be holding our Second Annual Unified Basketball Tournament on November 23 in partnership with Special Olympics Ontario. This unified tournament will allow people with and without intellectual disabilities to play on the same team. It will be an amazing opportunity to meet new people, enjoy some friendly competition, or even just get some volunteer experience, all while having the day of your life! (Read full entry)
October 22, 2019
Are you interested in learning more about how to properly fuel yourself for physical activity? Come to the WSRC’s Nutrition & Exercise 101 Workshop on Monday November 11 at 6:30-7:30pm. Experienced nutrition students will explain the basics behind macro- and micronutrients, proper hydration and share tips on how to best meet your own individual needs. Sign up at the WSRC Welcome Desk Today! (Read full entry)
October 11, 2019
Registration is now open for our Intramural Fall Spikeball Tournament. Spikeball is played 2 vs 2. Described as a mix of volleyball and foursquare on steroids. Intramural Sports offers Spikeball leagues in both the fall and summer semesters. There are Coed, Men's and Women's divisions available. The tournament will be held on Alumni Field on Saturday, Oct. 26. (Read full entry)
October 3, 2019
Free Open Skate and Track Jogging is open to all students, faculty and staff. The online schedule for free skate times and open track jogging at Thompson Arena, Western University, can be found on the Campus Recreation website: https://www.uwo.ca/campusrec/schedules/index.html and they are also on the Western University Recreation App under Public Skating and Track Running. (Read full entry)
September 28, 2019
We are now accepting applications for Program Coordinator, Sport Western. If you are interested or know someone who would be great for this role, please have them check out this great opportunity. #westernmustangs #sportwestern #westernu #greatplacetowork http://www.knighthunter.com/job.aspx?jid=594ea8b5-dc29-43c6-a9e0-8cd43ada761e (Read full entry)
September 26, 2018
In support of Western University Students' Council (USC) Purple Fest event on September 28, there will be a number of #WesternU campus road, building & parking lot closures, as well as LTC route changes. Check out https://www.uwo.ca/fm/notices/purplefest.html for more information and don't forget to plan ahead before you visit around campus this weekend. (Read full entry)
September 18, 2019
Dance like you’ve never danced before. We are offering 8 week dance classes that start soon! Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary and Lyrical, Ballroom, and Belly Dancing. This whole body workout also helps you to relax, work on your coordination and perhaps learn a new skill. Register at shop.westernmustangs.ca (Read full entry)
September 17, 2019
Western had a great inaugural season of the Western Unified Basketball program last year, and hosted a one-day tournament and Winter league which involved participants throughout London and surrounding regions. Western Unified Basketball Team also participated in the Special Olympics Ontario Invitational Youth Games 2019 in Toronto, competing against other Universities and Colleges, and finished with the Bronze medal. (Read full entry)
September 16, 2019
Sports Clubs Week is being held in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) Atrium THIS WEEK: September 16-20. Drop by and check out the over 19 different sports clubs as well as the over 90 different leadership opportunities that are available - and get involved with Sport at Western. All students with a valid Western ONECard are welcome. (Read full entry)
September 5, 2019
All fitness classes in the WSRC are FREE up until Wednesday, September 11. You can find Campus Recreation and Intramural program schedules at www.uwo.ca/campusrec/schedules/index.html and our Sports Team Schedules at www.westernmustangs.ca. Can’t wait to see many of you out at our programs, activities and events. (Read full entry)
September 1, 2019
Registration will open for Fall Intramurals on Thursday, September 5th at 8:00am. Taking part in intramural sports is a great way to get involved in University life at Western. Whether you like to participate at the competitive or recreational level, we offer a full range of activities that will pique your interest. (Read full entry)
August 27, 2019
Fall memberships begin Sept 1. We are open on the holiday Monday, Sept 2. Fall Hours are posted online at https://uwo.ca/campusrec/. (Read full entry)
August 22, 2019
The Western Student Recreation Centre offers swimming lessons and we instruct using the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life curriculum. See full article for more information. (Read full entry)
May 14, 2019
Update: The Western team won the Bronze Medal today, Thursday, May 16, at the Special Olympics Youth Games in the Unified Basketball League. Congrats to all our athletes! We are excited to announce that for the first time, Western University will be represented at the Special Olympics provincial competition. We have 5 Special Olympic athletes and 6 unified athletes (Western students). This is also the first year for the Special Olympics Invitational Games. (Read full entry)
August 20, 2019
The Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) will be closed on Wednesday August 28 and Thursday August 29 for our annual all-staff training, preparation, and regular maintenance throughout the building. As well, the WSRC Pool will be closed Monday-Friday, August 26-30 for regular maintenance and staff training. We are looking forward to the Fall season, and to welcoming students, faculty and staff back to Western. (Read full entry)
August 12, 2019
Campus Recreation is committed to enabling Muslim students to be active. We have purchased 3 ASIYA sport hijabs. Please visit the Equipment Desk in the WSRC with your Western one card to borrow one, free of charge. (Read full entry)
July 30, 2019
This brief instruction article is not meant to replace time with a personal trainer or gym instruction. It is an informational article only, meant to introduce individuals to Barbell Bench Pressing. For more information, or to schedule time with a personal trainer, please visit www.uwo.ca/campusrec (Read full entry)
June 26, 2019
Campus Recreation is offering a 30-minute express spin class during July and August. 9 Tuesdays, beginning July 2. 12:15-12:45pm, in the Western Campus Recreation Centre (WSRC). This is open to all Campus Rec members, registration is required. (Read full entry)
June 20, 2019
You waited all year for summer to arrive, dreaming of all the activities you could do if only the weather was nice. But now that warm weather has arrived, the extreme heat and humidity can make it difficult to spend any time outdoors—let alone exercise. While exercising in the heat is generally safe for most people, taking a few extra precautions will help you stay cool and prevent problems associated with the heat. (Read full entry)
May 21, 2019
Western Staff & Faculty are invited to "Get Fit" and enjoy a complimentary One-Week Campus Recreation Membership at the Western Student Recreation Centre, available May 27th, 2019 – June 2nd, 2019. Other promotions are also available, See full article or WELCOME DESK ASSOCIATES for details. (Read full entry)
May 7, 2019
This is an important traffic message from Western University Update: Philip Aziz Avenue is scheduled to re-open May 10 at 9:00 p.m. (Read full entry)
May 2, 2019
Discover amazing programs and facilities at the Western Student Recreation Centre this Spring/Summer! During the week of May 5-11, you can try any fitness class for FREE, with an already existing Campus Recreation membership. (Read full entry)
May 1, 2019
Get active with us this summer! Purchase any Campus Recreation Membership for 3 months and receive the 4th month free. Stop by the WSRC Front Welcome Desk for more information. (Read full entry)
April 23, 2019
Sports & Recreation Services will be working on maintenance and upgrades to various facilities over the summer. Please check out our Service Disruptions page for specific areas, dates and times: https://www.uwo.ca/campusrec/about/service_disruptions.html (Read full entry)
April 10, 2019
Everyone has times in their life when they have an increase in stress and need to focus on their personal wellness. Research has shown Massage Therapy to have proven physiological and psychological benefits on the body, including stress reduction. (Read full entry)
April 8, 2019
Registration will open for Summer Intramurals on Monday, April 22 at 8:00am. What sports are offered this summer? Basketball - Beach Volleyball - Soccer (7's and 11's) - Softball (3-pitch and Slo Pitch) - Spikeball - Ultimate Frisbee (Read full entry)
April 7, 2019
On Sunday, April 7, Sports and Recreation Services will be closing early to celebrate our student staff. (Read full entry)
April 2, 2019
From April 10 – 30 all group fitness classes are free for students. (Read full entry)
March 27, 2019
Sports and Recreation Services, in collaboration with the University Students' Council, have now completed two full pilot programs of the women's only hours at the Western Student Recreation Centre. (Read full entry)
March 13, 2019
Update: Western Student Recreation Centre will open at 9:30am, Sport Western Camps are operating as usual. Power has been restored to the WSRC. (Read full entry)
March 6, 2019
Many people believe that cardio and light weights performed at extremely high reps is the most effective way to lose weight. But the truth lies in strength training. (Read full entry)
February 25, 2019
Campus Recreation is excited to announce that starting February 25, a new dedicated women’s only workout space will be opened. Studio 2 of the Student Recreation Centre will be transformed into a women’s only fitness facility for more than 40 hours per week. (Read full entry)
February 7, 2019
On Thursday, February 7, Sports and Recreation Services held a Recognition Ceremony in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) atrium. This ceremony acknowledged the actions of Steve Bullas, SERT, Western University’s Campus Community Police Service, and Middlesex-London EMS for saving one of our program participant’s lives in October 2018. (Read full entry)
February 6, 2019
Update: Western is open as usual, Feb 7. Original Article: Due to Western building closures Feb 6, all program and rental activity are also canceled. Rentals will be contacted by our Facility Rental team around new arrangements due to cancellations. Visit the main Western weather web page for more ongoing information https://www.uwo.ca/weather.html (Read full entry)
February 1, 2019
The WSRC is hiring part time staff for Spring/Summer 2019 and Fall 2019/Winter 2020. Join a fun, energetic, and student focused staff team! A great opportunity to work on campus, develop your leadership skills, and focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle! (Read full entry)
February 5, 2019
Western students and alumni - meet employers, make connections, and discover opportunities at the Job Fair! There will be over 70 organizations from different industries eager to speak to YOU. (Read full entry)
April 19, 2018
Tis the season – of finals, that is. When you feel like your planner is about to explode with essays, assignments, and tests, you’re often faced with a decision: to exercise, or not to exercise? Academic commitments should be a priority, but students who neglect to exercise are putting more than their waistlines at risk! While exercise is no doubt important for general health and weight management, students often fail to consider the other benefits associated with being active. (Read full entry)
If you have a mere four minutes—that's just 240 total seconds—to spare (and who doesn't), then you do have time to squeeze in a super effective workout that provides major health, fitness and weight-loss benefits. (Read full entry)
May 15, 2017
Christine Stapleton, a proven leader in athletics at both the university and national sport level, has been announced as Western University's new Director of Sport and Recreation Services. Stapleton comes to Western with more than 30 years of experience in university sports, serving as an administrator, coach, and competing as a student-athlete. (Read full entry)
April 26, 2017
Western Staff & Faculty are invited to 'Get Fit' and enjoy a COMPLIMENTARY one week Campus Recreation Membership at the Western Student Recreation Centre from May 8th to May 14th. (Read full entry)
April 25, 2017
Weekly news and updates about the Western Student Recreation Centre and its programs (Read full entry)
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August 8, 2016
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August 2, 2016
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