RECREATION
Complement an active mind with an active body…
(Photo above: University Settlement & Recreation Centre, 23 Grange Road)
Did you know that 20 to 30 minutes of physical activity a few times a week can boost your energy, improve concentration, reduce stress and clear your mind for creativity and inspiration?
OCAD U students who wish to be physically active, work out or keep fit, can take advantage of affordable student memberships at a variety of recreation and fitness centres within two kilometres of campus.
The following facility information, in order of closest proximity to the university, has been compiled as information only. OCAD U does not have formal agreements with these facilities, so students are encouraged to explore the options, tour facilities and ask questions in order to find the location and services that best suits their needs.
Health and Well-being
The Health & Wellness Centre, located in the Student Centre, Level 2, 51 McCaul Street, is your on-campus health centre. Please feel welcome to see members of our clinical team to discuss your health and well-being questions or concerns. Health service is confidential and respectful of your needs. Call 416-977-6000, Ext. 260 to book an appointment.
Bicycling
Ride your bike to school. OCAD U is an award-winning bicycle-friendly campus! There are many bike racks around campus: a series on both sides of the main entrance at 100 McCaul Street as well as city posts on both sides of the street. For cycling safety tips visit www.toronto.ca/cycling .
Local Recreation
For information about the City of Toronto’s Parks & Recreation programs, visit www.toronto.ca/parks .
GYMS & FACILITIES NEAR OCAD U
The following recreational facilities are listed in the order of their distance from the OCAD U campus (closest to farthest). This information was compiled by Campus Life. Information is subject to change. Suggestions or comments are welcome and should be directed to Brent Everett James, Campus Life Coordinator, Student Success Programs .
University Settlement & Recreation Centre (USRC)
Distance: 0.3 km
23 Grange Road
416-598-3444, Ext. 227
www.usrc.ca
The University Settlement & Recreation Centre (USRC) is OCAD U’s recreation partner of choice due to its location adjacent to campus. Download a winter 2012 Gym and Pool Schedule (PDF).
- 25-yard long pool for Aqua Fit classes and/or length swimming
- Yoga classes at noon every Tuesday and Friday
- Nautilus Fitness Centre: treadmills, elliptical trainers, free-weights and circuit training
- Basketball, badminton, volleyball and soccer; available as per gym schedule
Cost:
Youth (18 to 25 and Seniors 60+): $19 per month
Adults (26 to 59): $29 per month
An annual agency fee ($10 + HST) will also be applied to all memberships.
Note that HST applies only to student, faculty, and staff members 26 years and older.
Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Lockers: half-size rental lockers are available for Fitness Members only; for $5 per month.
Goodlife Fitness
Distance: 0.3 km and 1.3 km
21 McCaul Street
416-979-1422
2 Queen Street West
416-599-0430
www.goodlifefitness.com
Facilities:
- weight room
- classes
- squash courts (McCaul)
- tanning
- spinning Co-ed classes (Queen)
Cost: Fees vary depending on selected membership option.
Call Good Life for options.
Hours:
McCaul Street: Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Queen Street: Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Both locations: Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Extreme Fitness
Distance: 0.7 km and 1.0 km
267 Richmond Street West
1-800-694-7136
319 Yonge Street
1-888-720-0936
www.extremefitness.ca
Facilities:
- weight room
- classes
- steam room
- sauna
- tanning ( Richmond )
- spinning
Cost: 20% student discount
Hours:
Richmond Street West: Monday to Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Queen Street: Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Both locations: Saturday to Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Curves Queens Park
Distance: 1.1 km
700 Bay Street, Unit G4
416-581-8888
www.curvesqueenspark.com
Facilities:
Curves is the largest health club chain in the world for women with over 4 million members. Curves Queens Park is the largest Curves in the world. Whether you want to lose weight, firm, tone up or just stay healthy, Curves is for you.
- Mega Circuit features a complete full body strength and cardio workout in just 30 minutes
- we are now the only health club in the world which offers, exercise, diet and motivation with Curves Complete!
- boxercise, bootcamp and Zumba (Cardio dance party) classes every day
- complete shower and change room facilities
- locker rental and towel service
Cost: membership costs vary depending on options selected.
Please call Curves Queens Park for a complete list of pricing options.
Hours:
Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Hart House, University of Toronto
Distance: 1.2 km
7 Hart House Circle
416-978-2452
www.harthouse.utoronto.ca
Facilities:
- pool
- indoor track
- weight room
- drop-in and registered classes
Cost:
Visiting OCAD U students pay $170 per term (four months), regardless of when in the term you join. Proof of student status required when joining.
Hours:
Weekdays: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Weekends: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Statutory holidays: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Showers are open one extra hour after facilities close.
Ryerson Athletic Centre
Distance: 1.2 km
350 Victoria Street
416-979-5096
www.ryerson.ca/sportsandrec
Facilities:
- full gym
- classes at an extra charge
- cardio center
- fitness center (weight room)
- table tennis
- squash courts
- dance studio
- 160-metre indoor running track
- 25-yard indoor pool
- change rooms with showers and sauna
Cost:
$350 for a full year from the time of purchase
$20 access card for first-time members
Hours:
Weekdays: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Scadding Court Community Centre
Distance: 1.2 km
707 Dundas Street West (at Bathurst)
416-392-0335
www.scaddingcourt.org
Facilities:
- tai chi
- pool
- small weight room
- badminton
- outdoor Rink
Cost:
$5 (community residents)
$10 (outside community) yearly membership fee (see website for boundaries),
Add $40 for 3-month sessions of early morning (7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.) pool
Add $40 for 3-month sessions for gym
Hours:
Weekdays: 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sundays: closed
Metro Central YMCA
Distance: 1.5 km
20 Grosvenor Street
416-975-9622
www.ymcatoronto.org
Facilities:
- weight room
- squash courts
- lots of classes
- indoor and outdoor track
- sauna and jacuzzi
Cost:
Youth (16 to 21): $38 plus tax per month
Adults (22+): $55 plus tax per month
One time joining fee of $85 waived for full-time students.
Hours:
Weekdays: 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Weekends and holidays: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m
U of T Athletic Centre
Distance: 1.8 km
55 Harbord Street
416-978-3436
http://www.physical.utoronto.ca/
Facilities:
- two swimming pools
- indoor track
- strength conditioning
- fitness and martial arts classes
- registered and paid classes for members
Cost:
One month: $80
Four months: $163
One year: $427
Hours:
Weekdays: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Weekends: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Summer: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Last Modified:1/24/2012 12:57:33 PM
