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.
Fall 2026 Registration Opens
12pm August 14, 2026
For UBC Gateway BodyWorks Programs
(online, in person, phone)
UBC Gateway Health BodyWorks Programs Online Portal:
Registration dates for programs running at City of Vancouver Community Centres can be found Here.
Interested in joining a UBC BodyWorks Program? Apply by completing intake questionnaire below to begin the intake process.
August 2026 Newsletter: Important Participant Eligibility Updates Inside!
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
Changing Aging is an evidence-based exercise program for older adults (55+) offered at several City of Vancouver Community Centres:
Changing Aging Locations
Changing Aging @ Marpole-Oakridge
2026 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Program Fees |
| Changing Aging Marpole-Oakridge | Mon & Thurs | 9:30AM-10:30AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026 | $221.00 |
| Changing Aging Marpole-Oakridge | Mon & Thurs | 10:30AM-11:30AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026 | $221.00 |
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Visit or contact Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre for Registration dates and methods. |
*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 and eligibility requirements. Mid-session registration is not permitted.
Changing Aging @ Kerrisdale Community Centre
2026 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Fees |
| Changing Aging @ Kerrisdale Community Centre| Tue & Fri | 8:00 AM- 9:00 AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Changing Aging @ Kerrisdale Community Centre| Tue & Fri | 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Changing Aging @ Kerrisdale Community Centre| Tue & Fri | 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Changing Aging @ Kerrisdale Community Centre| Tue & Fri | 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $408.00 |
Visit or contact Kerrisdale Community Centre for Registration dates and methods. |
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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 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Program Fees |
| Changing Aging @ Dunbar Community Centre| Mon & Thu | 9:00AM-10:00AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 | $391.00 |
| Changing Aging @ Dunbar Community Centre| Mon & Thu | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 | $391.00 |
Visit or contact Dunbar Community Centre for Registration dates and methods. |
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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 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Program Fees |
| Changing Aging @ Sunset Community Centre| Tue & Fri | 9:30AM-10:30AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Changing Aging @ Sunset Community Centre| Tue & Fri | 10:30AM-11:30AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $408.00 |
Visit or contact Sunset Community Centre for Registration dates and methods. |
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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 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Program Fees |
| Changing Aging @ Kitsilano Community Centre | Mon & Wed | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 | $357.00 |
| Changing Aging @ Kitsilano Community Centre | Mon & Wed | 11:00AM-12:00PM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 | $306.00 |
Visit or contact Kitsilano Community Centre for Registration dates and methods. |
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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.
Program 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
More details
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+
- Able to participate in group exercise without the use of a mobility aid such as a walker or cane
- Completion of the UBC BodyWorks Program Eligibility steps including the completion of a Get Active Questionnaire and a Fitness Assessment at UBC Gateway Health Building initially and annually
- Physician clearance may be required for some individuals
Fees
Fees vary by location.
Schedules
Program schedules vary by location- please select your location preference for details.
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.
Community Fit @ UBC Gateway Health
2026 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Program Fees |
| Community Fit | Tue | 5:15PM-6:15PM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 01, 2026 | $204.00 |
| Community Fit | Thurs | 5:15PM-6:15PM | Sep 17, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 | $204.00 |
Fitness Assessments: Annual and initial fitness assessments are required prior to enrollment. Weekly fitness assessments for this program are available in the hour before class runs. 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 1205- 5955 University Boulevard, Vancouver BC
Registration: Eligible participants can register and pay online!
Pay in person at UBC Gateway Health or call our office at 604-827-5059
Program 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.
- 18+
- Completion of the UBC BodyWorks Program Eligibility requirements
- Physician referral is sometimes required for individuals with certain conditions that are screened for during the initial intake stages
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.
Legacy Strength @ UBC Gateway Health
2026 Fall
| Program Days and Times | Session Dates | Program Fees |
| Legacy Strength | Mon & Wed | 8:00AM-9:00AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 | $357.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Mon & Wed | 9:00AM-10:00AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 | $357.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Mon & Wed | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Sep 14, 2026 - Dec 02, 2026 | $357.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Tues & Thurs | 8:00AM-9:00AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Tues & Thurs | 9:00AM-10:00AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Tues & Thurs | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026 | $408.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Fri | 8:00AM-9:00AM | Sep 18, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $204.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Fri | 9:00AM-10:00AM | Sep 18, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $204.00 |
| Legacy Strength | Fri | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Sep 18, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026 | $204.00 |
Fitness Assessments: Annual and initial fitness assessments are required prior to enrollment. Fitness assessments must be confirmed booked at least 48 hours before the assessment. Please review our program eligibility steps and submit your Get Active Questionnaire and our office will reach out to provide you with the next available assessment time.
Location: Gateway Health Building 1205 -5955 University Boulevard, Vancouver BC
Registration: Eligible participants can register and pay online!
Pay in person at UBC Gateway Health or call our office at 604-827-5059
Program 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
- 55+
- Able to participate in group exercise without the use of a mobility aid such as a walker or cane
- Completion of the UBC BodyWorks Program Eligibility requirements
- Physician referral is sometimes required for individuals with certain conditions that are screened for during the initial intake stages
How to Register
Review our Intake and Eligibility Instructions Here
Returning clients will be notified directly if they are required to renew or update their Get Active Questionnaire or Fitness Assessment.
New clients please review our eligibility and 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.
- Submit the online Get Active Questionnaire
- You will receive an intake email detailing next steps when we’ve had a chance to review your questionnaire. Changing Aging and Legacy Strength program intake occurs year round, however, enrollment is only permitted during registration period.
- If prompted, book a phone call with our exercise physiologist for additional screening
- Select a time to attend your initial fitness assessment only offered at UBC Gateway Health
- Within 48 hours of completing your fitness assessment, you will be eligible to register or join the waitlist at your location of choice if space is 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.
604-827-5059
