Attention: UBC BodyWorks is moving into the Gateway Health Building in May 2026!
While we finalize details of the move and service changes, please ensure that you are subscribed to our newsletter to avoid missing any crucial information including details of our new location, spring session registration dates, and more.
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Registration dates for programs running at City of Vancouver Community Centres can be found Here.
Interested in joining a UBC BodyWorks Program? Complete your intake assessment below to begin the intake process.
UBC BodyWorks offers evidence-based exercise programs designed to enhance physical strength, mobility, and overall health for adults across a range of ages and fitness levels.
Changing Aging is an evidence-based exercise program for older adults offered at the following Community Centre locations:
Kitsilano, Dunbar, Kerrisdale, Sunset, Marpole-Oakridge
Legacy Strength is an evidence-based exercise program for older adults offered at UBC Gateway Health Building.
Community Fit is a functional training class for adults with a range of fitness levels offered at UBC Gateway Health Building.
Changing Aging
SPRING 2026
Changing Aging is an evidence-based exercise program for older adults (55+) offered at the following Community Centre locations:
Kitsilano, Dunbar, Kerrisdale, Sunset, Marpole-Oakridge
Program Focus: Strength, mobility, and cardiovascular health through muscle- and bone-strengthening exercises followed by intervals of aerobic exercise. Additional focuses include exercises to improve change of direction, reaction time and core stability. Modifications are provided to accommodate different abilities and limitations.
Some exercise will take place on the floor but transitions will be limited to 1-2 per class and standing modification will be provided if required. This class will include at least 4 multi-joint resistance exercises targeting major muscle groups and 20 minutes of moderate intensity continuous exercise or three 5 minute bouts of vigorous intensity.
- 55+
- Completion of the UBC BodyWorks intake steps
- Physician referral is sometimes required for individuals with certain conditions that are screened for during the initial intake stages
Features:
- Exercise in a safe space with other like-minded adults and supportive instructors
- Strengthen muscles used in activities of daily living
- Practice change of direction, reaction time and stability drills to improve walking confidence
Fees:
Fees vary by location – view each for seasonal by location for program fees.
Schedules: Spring 2026 coming soon!
How to Register
Returning clients will be notified directly if they are required to renew or update their Questionnaire or Fitness Assessment.
New clients please review our intake instructions in full. UBC BodyWorks programs require the completion a multi-step intake process to ensure you can safely participate in our classes. Physician referral is sometimes required for individuals with certain conditions that are screened for during the initial intake stages.
Review our Intake Instructions Here
- Submit the online Get Active Questionnaire
- Wait- you will receive an intake email detailing next steps when we’ve had a chance to review your questionnaire
- If prompted, book a phone call with our exercise physiologist for additional screening
- Select a time to attend your initial fitness assessment at UBC Osborne (until April 2026), UBC Gateway Health (starting May 2026)
- Upon completion of your fitness assessment, you will be eligible to register for Changing Aging at your location of choice if there is space available. Contact your preferred location directly for registration assistance.
*Please note: registration dates, times, payment methods and refund policy vary across locations. Please select your location of choice to find out more.
Changing Aging Locations
Changing Aging @ Marpole-Oakridge
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 | Changing Aging Marpole-Oakridge | Mon & Thurs | 9:30AM-10:30AM | $221.00 |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 | Changing Aging Marpole-Oakridge | Mon & Thurs | 10:30AM-11:30AM | $221.00 |
Registration Opens: March 9 at 7pm(online/ in person)//March 10 at 10am (phone)Registration Closes: May 15 |
*Prices do not include tax.
Location: Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre: 990 West 59th Avenue/Phone: 604-257-8180
Online registration: online registration is only available at select participating community centres- please contact them directly for more information.
Registration: Visit or Call Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre directly to register once you have completed your intake steps. Mid-session registration is not permitted.
Changing Aging @ Kerrisdale Community Centre
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 19, 2026 | Changing Aging | Tue & Fri | 8:00 AM- 9:00 AM | $204.00 |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 19, 2026 | Changing Aging | Tue & Fri | 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM | $204.00 |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 19, 2026 | Changing Aging | Tue & Fri | 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM | $204.00 |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 19, 2026 | Changing Aging | Tue & Fri | 11:00 AM- 12:00PM | $204.00 |
Registration Opens: March 7 at 7pm(online/ in person)//March 9 at 11am (phone)Registration Closes: May 15 |
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*Prices do not include tax.
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6M 3W9/ Phone: 604-257-8100
Online registration: online registration is only available at select participating community centres- please contact them directly for more information.
Registration: Visit or Call Kerrisdale Community Centre directly to register once you have completed your intake steps. Mid-session registration is not permitted.
Changing Aging @ Dunbar Community Centre
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 18, 2026 | Changing Aging | Mon & Thu | 9:00AM-10:00AM | $187.00 |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 18, 2026 | Changing Aging | Mon & Thu | 10:00AM-11:00AM | $187.00 |
Registration Opens: March 10 at 7pm(online/ in person)//March 11 at 10am (phone)Registration Closes: May 15 |
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*Prices do not include tax.
Location: Dunbar Community Centre 4747 Dunbar St, Vancouver, BC V6S 2H2/ Phone: 604-222-6060
Online registration: online registration is only available at select participating community centres- please contact them directly for more information.
Registration: Visit or call Dunbar Community Centre directly to register once you have completed your intake steps. Mid-session registration is not permitted.
Changing Aging @ Sunset Community Centre
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026 | Changing Aging | Tue & Fri | 9:30AM-10:30AM | $238.00 |
Registration Opens: March 11 at 9amRegistration Closes: May 15 |
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*Prices do not include tax
Location: Sunset Community Centre 6810 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5X 0A1/ Phone: 604-718-6505
Registration: Visit or call Sunset Community Centre directly to register once you have completed your intake steps. Mid-session registration is not permitted.
Changing Aging @ Kitsilano Community Centre
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026 | Changing Aging | Mon & Wed | 10:00AM-11:00AM | $221.00 |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026 | Changing Aging | Mon & Wed | 11:00AM-10:00AM | $187.00 |
Registration Opens: March 10 at 7pm(online/ in person)//March 11 at 10am (phone)Registration Closes: May 15 |
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*Prices do not include tax
Location: Kitsilano Community Centre 2690 Larch St, Vancouver, BC V6K 4K9/ Phone 604-257-6976
Online registration: online registration is only available at select participating community centres- please contact them directly for more information.
Registration: Visit or call Kitsilano Community Centre directly to register once you have completed your intake steps. Mid-session registration is not permitted.
Community Fit
This functional training class is aimed at adults and can accommodate a range of fitness levels. The class consists of muscle and bone strengthening exercises using bodyweight, resistance machines and free weights followed by high intensity intervals of aerobic exercise. This class has progression and periodization built into the training plan which enables participants to push themselves to improve their health while still allowing for variety and novelty to keep the class interesting.
Features:
- Instructors lead participants through the exercises and provide coaching and exercise modifications as needed.
- All workouts include categories of exercises in which participants choose the exercise best suited to them.
- Eg. Two legged lower body movement with anterior emphasis:
- Bodyweight squat
- Goblet squat
- Barbell back squat
- Eg. Two legged lower body movement with anterior emphasis:
- Instructors encourage participants to exercise at the desired moderate-to-vigorous intensity through providing repetition ranges and checking rate of perceived exertion.
How to Register
An initial and annual GAQ and Fitness assessment are required prior to enrollment. Enrollment is permitted on a rolling basis for this program
- Submit the Get Active Questionnaire
- Wait for next steps – We will contact you with further instructions
- Read our FAQ
- Sign up for our newsletter for program announcements
- Complete a Fitness Assessment – Required on initial intake and annually.
- Contact us to pay and finalize your registration.
Locations
View and search for all program details in our Online Calendar.
Community Fit @ UBC Gateway Health
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 23, 2026 | Community Fit | Tue | 5:15PM-6:15PM | $119.00 |
| May 14, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 | Community Fit | Thurs | 5:15PM-6:15PM | $119.00 |
Fitness Assessments: Annual and initial fitness assessments are required prior to enrollment. Weekly fitness assessments for this program are available to book on Tuesdays and Thursdays before the scheduled class time. Fitness assessments must be confirmed booked at least 48 hours before the assessment. Please submit your Get Active Questionnaire and our office will reach out to provide you with the next available assessment time.
Location: Gateway Health Building 6165 - 5955 University Boulevard, Vancouver BC
Registration: Read about how to register here, or visit or contact the Osborne Registration Office at 604-822-0207
Legacy Strength
Legacy Strength is a modern evidence-based exercise program for older adults (55+). It focuses on building and maintaining strength, bone density, and muscle mass through free weight and machine resistance exercises. It has an equal focus on cardiovascular fitness through interval training on stationary cardio machines and agility training equipment. Modifications are provided to accommodate different abilities and limitations.
A typical session will consist of a warm up, 4 resistance training exercises targeting major muscle groups, intervals of moderate intensity aerobic exercise, and a cool down.
Features:
- Exercise in a safe space with other like-minded adults and supportive instructors
- Use state of the art fitness equipment which enhances stability and allows more targeted exercise prescription
- Option to track workouts using paired smartphone application
How to Register
An initial and annual GAQ and Fitness assessment are required prior to enrollment. Enrollment is permitted on a rolling basis for this program
- Submit the Get Active Questionnaire
- Wait for next steps – We will contact you with further instructions
- Read our FAQ
- Sign up for our newsletter for program announcements
- Complete a Fitness Assessment – Required on initial intake and annually.
- Contact us to pay and finalize your registration.
Locations
View and search for all program details in our Online Calendar.
Legacy Strength @ UBC Gateway Health
2026 Spring
| Session Dates | Program Days and Times | Fees |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Mon & Wed | 8:00AM-9:00AM | $221.00 |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Mon & Wed | 9:00AM-10:00AM | $221.00 |
| May 11, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Mon & Wed |10:00AM-11:00AM | $221.00 |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Tues & Thurs| 8:00AM-9:00AM | $238.00 |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Tues & Thurs| 9:00AM-10:00AM | $238.00 |
| May 12, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Tues & Thurs| 10:00AM-11:00AM | $238.00 |
| May 15, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Fri| 8:00AM-9:00AM | $119.00 |
| May 15, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Fri| 9:00AM-10:00AM | $119.00 |
| May 15, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026 | Legacy Strength | Fri|10:00AM-11:00AM | $119.00 |
Fitness Assessments: Annual and initial fitness assessments are required prior to enrollment. Weekly fitness assessments for this program are available to book on Tuesdays and Thursdays before the scheduled class time. Fitness assessments must be confirmed booked at least 48 hours before the assessment. Please submit your Get Active Questionnaire and our office will reach out to provide you with the next available assessment time.
Location: Gateway Health Building 6165 - 5955 University Boulevard, Vancouver BC
Registration: Read about how to register here, or visit or contact the Osborne Registration Office at 604-822-0207
604-827-5059
