Welcome to Athletics & Recreation

Welcome to Athletics & Recreation at McMaster

Our mission is to cultivate human potential and enhance the lives of students, staff, faculty, alumni and the greater community. We are dedicated to promoting well-being through sport and recreation and fostering athletic excellence in a welcoming, safe and inclusive space.

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Drop-In Activities

Group Fitness Classes

Instructional Programs

Intramural Sports

Outdoor Recreation

Marauder Teams

Pool Schedule

The Pulse Fitness Centre

Job Opportunities

Directions and Parking

What's Happening?

Try Instructional Programs free during TryMac Week Jan. 10-16

During the week of January 10-16, Instructional Programs are free to try! We offer a variety of engaging multi-week courses throughout the year to help you enhance your skills and try new activities. The first week is free to try! (Exceptions include squash lessons, self-defense and Latin/ballroom condensed workshops). Try something new this semester!

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2nd annual Rec Games taking place Jan. 31

Hosted by The Pulse Fitness Centre. the Rec Games is a team-based event featuring 15 stations with a mix of endurance, cardio, and strength challenges!

Participation is free—just form a team of 10–12 people (with at least 4 women per team) and have your team captain register through the sign-up links below.

Don’t have a full team? No problem! Register as a free agent and we’ll match you with a team. Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so gather your team and register today!

Team Registration

Free-Agent Registration

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2026 U SPORTS Swimming Championship Weekend Passes are on sale now at Marauders.ca slash tickets

Weekend Passes now on sale for 2026 U SPORTS Swimming Championship in Markham

Hamilton / Markham, Ont. – Weekend passes for the 2026 U SPORTS Swimming Championship, hosted at the Markham Pan Am Centre by McMaster University, are on sale now at marauders.ca/tickets. The national championship will take place Thursday, March 12 through Saturday, March 14, 2026, bringing the top university swimmers from across the country to Markham for three days of high-performance racing. Weekend passes provide entry to all six championship sessions, including morning preliminaries and evening finals across all three days of competition. Weekend passes are limited in quantity and expected to sell quickly. Weekend Pass: $90 (all six sessions) Single-Session Passes: $25 per session (to be released at a later date)

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New to Athletics & Recreation? Welcome!

We know our building can seem intimidating, but we’re dedicated to providing a welcoming and safe environment for everyone, regardless of your fitness level or experience.

We offer a wide range of programs and support services designed to meet our members’ diverse needs. Whether you want to stay active, try a new sport or find a supportive community, you’ll find everything you need here. Our friendly staff and inclusive atmosphere ensure that everyone feels at home. Come and discover all the ways we can help you achieve your wellness goals!