Recreation Services News Archive
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
UM Recreation Services member testimonial project underway
April 18, 2022 —
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the recreation facilities and programs at the University of Manitoba have seen many changes as decision-makers grapple with changing restrictions and difficult circumstances.
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Flatlanders reach new heights
February 14, 2022 —
This weekend, FKRM major Alex Russell will be heading out to Richmond, B.C. to compete in the Senior Lead Climbing Nationals, alongside—and against— fellow climber Dylan Pereira.
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Invest in your physical health, get active this winter with Recreation Services
November 9, 2021 —
Find ways you can stay active this winter. With all the options offered at UM, there’s something for everyone
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Ultimate Frisbee Club at UM aiming for gold
October 15, 2021 —
The ultimate club has been to the Canadian University Ultimate Championships (CUUC) a number of times, with the men winning in 2014 and 2019 against more than 20 of the top post-secondary institutions across Canada. This weekend, UM will be represented by both a men’s and women’s team at the CUUC in Ontario.
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Recreation Services is back in full swing
September 14, 2021 —
Intramural sports provide students an opportunity to form a team, or register as a free agent and compete against other students in a handful of leagues throughout the term.
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Long-time Recreation Services Judo Sensei earns rare belt rank
July 28, 2021 —
Judo Sensei Mamoru “Moe” Oye has been promoted to 9th degree (Kudan) black belt, a rank that only four other judokas have earned in Canada
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
ALC, FKC, & JDRC opening June 28
June 24, 2021 —
the Active Living Centre, Joe Doupe Recreation Centre and Frank Kennedy Centre will open at 25% capacity effective Monday, June 28.
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UM joins Canadian Collegiate Esports League
May 17, 2021 —
UM students are eligible to register for events and compete against participating schools across the country in the Canadian College Esports League (CCEL).
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Now more than ever, let’s talk
January 19, 2021 —
This year, the University of Manitoba will once again be one of over 200 post-secondary institutions across Canada to join the world’s largest mental health conversation with Bell Let’s Talk
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Recreation Services launches Virtual Health and Fitness site
November 23, 2020 —
The Recreation Services team has launched the Virtual health and fitness page that will provide members with online workout options while facilities are temporarily closed.