We provide facilities and services for all tertiary students to enjoy.
Get the most of your recreational activities, and experience the joys of health and well-being for yourself with our wide range of fitness options.
For further information please refer to our Recreation Handbook.
Multipurpose Area (MPA)
Spanning the centre's top floor, the MPA hosts drop-in badminton, table tennis, netball and more.
Badminton bookings are available on the day. Badminton courts are available for student and member use only during semester time (Mon-Wed 4pm-9pm). This is subject to change depending on demand.
Cardio and Resistance Areas
With over 100 exercise machines our cardio equipment caters to the needs of a range of fitness levels helping you achieve healthy lifestyle choices.
Housing a full range of LifeFitness equipment the resistance areas will satisfy any resistance or strength training needs. Free and machine weights and equipment provide varying options for full body muscle improvement.
Drop-In and Play Gyms
Hosting casual drop-in sports, bookings as well as the Centre’s group fitness classes, our green and blue gyms are uniquely versatile.
All equipment is available for hire from reception.
Changing Areas
Our Centre has multiple changing areas and toilets including inclusive bathroom facilities.
Virtual Tour
Take a stroll through our purpose-built facility.
Physiotherapy
The University of Otago; School of Physiotherapy offers clinical expertise to the public through a range of on campus clinics, including a clinic within the Recreation Centre.
Trotters Gorge Hut
Get a group together and escape “studentville”, Trotters Gorge is Rustic camping at its best.
Plaza Café
Adjacent to reception, the Plaza Café offers a range of nutricious meals and snacks, complete with child play area
