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?

2025-30 Strategic Plan, Athletics & Recreation

Athletics & Recreation announces five-year Strategic Plan

McMaster Athletics & Recreation is proud to announce the launch of its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, a department-wide roadmap designed to enhance lives through recreation, sport and belonging across campus and the broader community.

Grounded in extensive consultation with students, student-athletes, alumni, campus partners, community voices and key guidance from the Director’s Advisory Council, the plan clarifies the department’s direction, priorities, and the outcomes we’re working toward over the next five years.

Learn more about A&R's Strategic Plan

Intramurals introducing Spring Leagues for 2026

McMaster Intramurals is offering Spring leagues for this upcoming May Spring Semester. We’ll be offering Indoor Soccer, Badminton, Pickleball & Volleyball💪.

Registration is open from April 1st-15th and can be found at active.mcmaster.ca/recreation/intramural-sports.

We can’t wait to see you in Spring 🕺⚽️🏸🏐🏆

Performance & Wellness Workshop

Led jointly by the Department of Kinesiology and McMaster Performance, the McMaster Performance & Wellness Workshop is a collaborative event aimed at uniting professionals across various disciplines focused on high performance sport and wellness. The one-day event, held Sunday, May 24th at McMaster University's High Performance Area, caters to individuals interested in rehabilitation, sport performance, fitness, coaching, biomechanics, nutrition, and wellness. Hear from world-renowned experts in their fields, delivering sessions that explore a wide range of topics related to high performance sport, training and recovery. Tickets are available now. Discounted rate for students available. Visit marauders.ca/performance to learn more.

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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!