Making Space

University of Waterloo Athletics

Athletics and Recreation is pleased to offer programming catered to our diverse student population. This programming aims to make space that is inclusive, safe, comfortable, and welcoming for equity-deserving students. We want to hear from you.

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Fall 2025 Programming

This is a drop-in program. No registration required.
It is preferred that bags are kept outside of fitness centre, either in changeroom lockers or lockers by the fieldhouse.
Women’s (cis and trans) Only - Mondays & Wednesdays 1:00-2:30pm
Trans, Non-Binary, & 2SLGBTQIA+- Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00-2:30pm
Women's (cis & trans) Only
Tuesdays open rec drop-in swims 9 - 10 am
Thursdays open rec drop-in swims 8 - 9 pm

Trans, Non-Binary & 2SLGBTQIA+
Wednesdays open rec drop-in swims 10:30 - 11:30 am
Fridays open rec drop-in swim 8 - 9 pm
For the exception of the following dates:
Friday, September 5th
Friday, September 12th
Friday, October 10th
Friday, November 14th

Black Folx Swim
Mondays & Fridays open rec drop-in swims 11 am - 12 pm
Fridays Adult LTS (Learn to Swim) lessons 11 am - 12 pm
Lessons are offered on a first come first serve basis up to capacity from September 12 - November 28. (register here).
Participants will learn various swimming skills that will aid in helping them feel more comfortable in the water which will lead to water confidence and enjoyment.
The aim is to get more Black Folx into a space where they haven't always been welcomed, while providing them the opportunity to learn swimming skills.
These lessons will be taught by experienced black swimmers/instructors.
Women's (Cis & Trans) Only
Zumba: Starting from September 8th, every Monday from 4-4:50 pm in PAC Studio 1
A Fitness Class Membership is required to register for this class, which is $67.00+HST per term. You may also purchase a Fitness Class Day Pass for $5.75+HST
Try it for free during Free Fitness Week on Monday, September 8th from 4-4:50 pm. Click here to register.*

*Please note, registration for Fitness Classes opens exactly 7 days in advance.
Women's (Cis & Trans) Only
Tuesdays 11:00am - 12:30pm

Trans, Non-Binary & 2SLGBTQIA+
Thursdays 11:00am - 12:30pm

Facility Information

PAC

Universal changeroom with accessible lockers, and shower located on lower floor
Accessible single stall washrooms / changerooms located on main and lower floors

CIF

Accessible single stall washrooms / changerooms
Lockers outside of changerooms are located by fieldhouse

Terminology

Women (cis and trans) Programming

Women’s (cis and trans) programming aims to provide a safe, comfortable, inclusive, and fun atmosphere for women. Attendees can expect programming to be delivered and/or supervised by women staff.

If you are not a woman (cis or trans), please respect this space and come at another time when space is open to all users.

Trans & Non-binary Programming

Trans and Non-binary programming aims to provide a safe, comfortable, inclusive, and fun atmosphere for trans and non-binary people. Friends are welcome if participating with trans or non-binary persons. Programming will be delivered and/or supervised by a members or allies of the aforementioned community.

If you are not trans or non-binary, or participating with a someone who is, please respect this space and come at another time when space is open to all users.

2SLGBTQIA+ Programming

2SLGBTQIA+ programming aims to provide a safe, comfortable, inclusive, and fun atmosphere for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Friends are welcome if participating with a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Attendees can expect programming to be delivered and/or supervised by a members or allies of the aforementioned community.

If you are not a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, or participating with someone who is, please respect this space and come at another time when space is open to all users.

Questions about this programming can be directed towards Donna Rheams (dmrheams@uwaterloo.ca).

Scoreboard

Tuesdays 11:00am - 12:30pm

Thursdays 11:00am - 12:30pm