Gyms – Athletics & Recreation

The Pulse Fitness Centre

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:49:50 +0000

The Pulse Fitness Centre is one of the largest university fitness centers in Canada with over 20,000 square feet of active space. The Pulse has cutting edge fitness equipment, friendly and knowledgeable staff as well as a team of certified personal trainers and fitness instructors.

Mission

Our mission is to establish and maintain a safe and inviting environment through education and innovation. Professional fitness staff and quality programming will inspire and motivate members to take a proactive approach to health and fitness. We will strive to empower the community to discover their personal best in body, mind and spirit.

Vision

To establish ourselves as leaders in the fitness industry through continuing education, progressive research and ongoing innovation. We will seek recognition for professionalism, quality programming and staff and member satisfaction. Our ultimate goal is to create a thinking place with your heart in mind.

Highlights

Cardio & Strength Equipment
Fitness & Cycling Studios
Women’s Only Gym
Accessible Equipment
ADAPT Program
Personal Training Services

Squash Courts

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:47:54 +0000

The David Braley Athletic Centre and Ivor Wynne Centre houses 7 squash courts. 4 International Courts and 3 Hybrid Courts.

All courts are available during building hours for a 40 minute booking with your membership. Book online or by visiting the Joan Buddle Service Desk. Appropriate footwear and eye protection is mandatory. Goggles are available from the Joan Buddle Service Desk at no charge, racquets are availabe for rental.

Looking to book a Squash Court? Visit our Online Reservations page.

For tournaments, please submit a rental request form.

Thérèse Quigley Sport Hall

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:47:13 +0000

Sport Hall is a 16000 square foot gym that is located in the David Braley Athletic Centre. It is available for various activities daily such as badminton, volleyball, table tennis, and basketball. Various Intramural programs and sport tournaments are housed in the Sport Hall as well as Special Events such as Career Fair, Gala Dinners, and Concerts.

Smith Gym

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:43:48 +0000

Named after Alan Joseph Smith, who was a teacher, coach and Director of the School of Physical Education. The Smith Gym is a 7500 square foot gym located in the Ivor Wynne Centre. Home to many Intramural activities as well as summer camps, Wrestling and Fencing team practices as well as Exams. The Smtih Gym is available for student groups during open recreation times and is rentable for various activites such as basketball, volleyball and dodgeball.

Indoor Turf Gym

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:36:14 +0000

6600 sqft turf gym. Lined for 5v5 soccer. Other activities include dodgeball, spikeball and training provide by McMaster Performance.

Indoor Track

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:35:29 +0000

Our Indoor Running Track offers a four-lane, 200-meter track, with a 60-meter sprint area designed for both fitness and training. The track, located on the third floor of the David Braley Athletic Centre, is available for recreational walking, jogging, and running within the designated lanes. Sprint training is also available during specified times. Additionally, a dedicated stretching area is provided on this level for your convenience.

For schedule details, please contact the Joan Buddle Service Desk or check the Mac Recreation app.

High-Performance Area

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:33:38 +0000

Overview

Where high-level, committed athletes train.

10 racks
- All suitable for Olympic weightlifting
- Power blocks and benches for every rack
Dumbbells ranging from 5 to 145 pounds
Kettlebells ranging from 15 to 70 pounds
2 Pneumatic powered Keiser cable units
Speed and agility equipment including ladders, sleds, prowlers, mini hurdles, track hurdles, skipping ropes and sprint bands
Auxiliary resistance equipment including resistance bands, weight vests, chains, sandbells, battle ropes and TRX straps
8 Plyometric Training boxes of varying heights
7 stationary bikes

McMaster Strength and Conditioning optimizes training programs by utilizing tools such as Optojump, Myotest, Fusion Smart Speed Timing Lights, Dartfish, Tendo Units and Jump Mats.

Feather Family Climbing Gym

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:32:34 +0000

Located within The Pulse Fitness Centre, our state-of-the-art Climbing Gym offers a large space for Top Rope Climbing and Bouldering. The Climbing Wall hosts 6 top-rope climbs of 36 feet, while the bouldering wall is 45 feet long with several bouldering routes. Both invite climbing recreation opportunities for the beginner and experienced climber.

Access and use is free for Full-Time McMaster students and DBAC members. All the necessary equipment is provided, including climbing shoes and harnesses. Please feel free to bring your own harness and shoes if you have them. Chalk is available for purchase at $2 a scoop.

If you are new to climbing, we welcome you in to check it out. Staff and volunteers are more than happy to provide orientation and assistance to Climbing. We also offer 2-hour belay schools to provide keen new climbers with the essential technical and equipment knowledge to get you on your way.

Click here for hours.

East Auxillary Gym

Jeffrey Low — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:31:51 +0000

The East-Aux Gym is a 7500 square foot gym located in the Ivor Wynne Centre. Home to many Intramural activities, drop-in programming, summer camps, and exams, the varsity wrestling and fencing teams also host team practices in the facility. The East-Aux Gym is available for student groups during open recreation times and is rentable for various activites such as basketball, volleyball and dodgeball.

Burridge Gymnasium

Jeffrey Low — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:10:34 +0000

The Burridge Gymnasium features three basketball and three volleyball courts with a wood playing surface. The facility is the competitive venue for McMaster basketball, volleyball and wrestling. The historic arena includes seating for 2,200, including 150 chair back seats, metal halide lighting , three scoreboards, shot clocks, a state-of-the-art videoboard and sound system. McMaster equipment includes a sideline score table with rotating advertising panels. The connected Ivor Wynne Centre includes a two window ticket booth, concession area and washroom facilities. The concourse level overlooking the Burridge Gymnasium, dubbed ‘The Nest’, can be used for entertaining or display purposes and features the McMaster Sports Virtual Hall of Fame. A media gondola high above the court provides space for broadcast and/or technical video.

Size: Seating Capacity: 2,250