Personal Training
Are you looking to start using the weight room or shape up your old fitness routine? UBC Recreation personal trainers would love to help. You will be matched with a trainer that fits your personal goals and abilities, given an orientation of the fitness facilities and have a personal fitness program developed just for you.
Free Start-up package
Everyone looking to participate in personal training should start here. A start-up package gives you a great opportunity to discuss your goals and intentions with an exercise professional and ensure that together you discuss and decide on the package or plan that is best suited for you.
- Start-up packages are typically $165 and include an initial interview and goal setting session, an exercise assessment, and two personal training sessions.
- This year we are offering the same value for FREE to students, faculty, and staff!
- This FREE start-up package will be offered by third year Health & Exercise Sciences students completing their Community Practicum with UBCO Recreation under the direct supervision of our professional staff.
- FREE Start-Up sessions will start on October 1, 2024. Any registration received prior to October will be added to the waitlist, and you will be contacted closer to the start date to schedule your first session.
To get started with personal training, register for a FREE start-up package in person at the gym or online. After registration, someone will be in touch with you within three business days to set up your first meeting with a student trainer.
You do not receive a training plan at the end of a start-up package; this is merely an orientation and introduction package. If you would like to receive a personal plan or meet with a trainer on an on-going basis, discuss these options with your student trainer during your start-up package.
Complimentary Hangar Fitness Centre Orientation
New to fitness, new to campus, or just looking for some guidance? Sign up for a free fitness centre orientation today.
- Meet with an experienced and educated staff member who will show you what to expect of your fitness routine at The Hangar including the functionality of the equipment and basic gym etiquette.
- Orientations will be approximately 30 minutes in length.
- Sign up for an orientation and someone will be in touch with you within three business days.
Orientations are intended to show users the equipment, how to generally use it, and to answer basic questions about the facility. Orientations should not be used for those looking for guidance on specific exercises or fitness routines. If this is what you’re looking for, refer to our personal training options.
Complimentary Start-up Workout Program
This workout focuses on major muscle groups and common movement patterns in day-to-day life, making it an exceptional functional training program.
The program is very user-friendly and provides modifications to adapt the program to an appropriate level of difficulty. Follow along with demonstration videos that guide you through each exercise to ensure you are using correct form while completing the workout.
Become acquainted with fundamental exercises before exploring more personalized exercise programs. If you are looking for a specific and personalized training program, please refer to our personal training options.
If you have questions, please contact recreation.okanagan@ubc.ca
Single Personal Training Session
Looking for new ideas to switch up your training routine? Can’t be motivated to make it to the gym without a trainer waiting for you to arrive? Not sure how to work out on your own or just need someone there to motivate you through your workout? Then purchasing single training sessions is the option for you. There will be no on-going plan given with this option; rather, this allows you to have a trainer present throughout your workout for as many sessions as you see fit.
- One to nine sessions: $55 per session
- Ten sessions: $495—buy nine sessions and get one free
Interested in training with your buddy? We offer partner training sessions upon request. Email recreation.okanagan@ubc.ca for details.
Missed session policy
If you are unable to make a scheduled session with your Personal Trainer, notify your trainer directly or call the Recreation Customer Service Desk at 250 807 9200 at least 24 hours in advance of your scheduled session. If you do not notify either your trainer or UBC Recreation at least 24 hours in advance of your scheduled session, you will be charged for the scheduled session.