Athletics at OC
Curious about what our OC Coyotes basketball and baseball teams are up to this year? Head to our Athletics page to find schedules, results, team bios, and more.
Student events
Featured events
Knox Mountain Hike & Picnic
Saturday, September 24 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Details for our hike & picnic here!
Athletics & Recreation Fall Program Guide
Kelowna Campus
Click here for exciting fall recreation events & activities!
Kelowna Fitness Facility
Access available for current students, staff & faculty
Purchase a Fitness Access membership here!
Mission Creek Hike
Saturday, October 1 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
We invite you to enjoy the fall colours and creek sounds!
GROW @ OC live sessions have wrapped up
Check out resources from the recent Grow@OC series
Upcoming events
Who we are
Okanagan College encourages students to get involved in recreational activities both on and off campus. Okanagan College emphasizes sport and fitness activities as a vital component of a successful, rewarding and enjoyable college experience. We invite students to participate, meet people, have fun, play and be active!
Campus Recreation enhances the quality of student life by offering a wide variety of recreational activities, programs and events. These activities, programs and events are provided free or at a nominal charge to Okanagan College students.
Facilities and Programming
Online Sign Up
Many of our activities require sign-up so click here to see what's on offer!
Leagues
City of Kelowna League Co-Ed Indoor Volleyball
Wednesdays 6-10 p.m. at Parkinson Rec Centre with a cost of $50.00 per person.
Urban Rec Co-Ed Indoor Soccer
Tuesdays 9-11 p.m. at the Indoor Turf Facility with a cost of $50 per person.
Please note: our sports leagues are not competitive; they are for recreational purposes only.
Outdoor Adventure Program
Fall in the Okanagan is a great time to explore all the natural beauty that Kelowna has to offer.
Follow our social media pages for all the latest news!
Insta: @OCKelownaAthleticsAndRec
FB: @OkanaganCollegeAthleticsAndRecreation
Fitness Facility
The Fitness Facility offers a bright atmosphere and an excellent assortment of cardio and resistance training equipment. Cardio users will enjoy the opportunity to look outside while they work out. Beginners to intermediate weight room users will find that the fitness facility will more than adequately fulfill their exercise needs.
Current Okanagan College students can purchase a pass online or from the Registrar's Office in the Student Services Building. It is a one-time $10 fee for a card and automatically renews each semester you are registered in classes.
- If purchasing online, allow two business days for processing then come to the Recreation office at S108 to pick up the fitness facility access card.
- If purchasing at the Registrar's Office, come to the Recreation office at S108 with your receipt to fill out appropriate forms. Again, please allow two days for processing.
All fitness facility members are required to fill out a yearly Get Active Questionnaire (GAQ) as well as a Release and Waiver of Liability Membership Form. Students under 19 years can purchase a card from the Registrar's Office in the Student Service Building and will require parental or guardian signatures.
Fitness Facility Hours
Fall Hours coming soon!
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
*We are closed on weekends and statutory holidays*
Outdoor Fitness
Okanagan College has permanent outdoor fitness equipment on the south side of the Health building. Designed for movement, a quick drop in or a break from your day, feel free to use the outdoor training equipment at your leisure. There are also walking paths throughout campus, refer to the map below for locations and distances.
Community Fitness Facilities
In partnership with Parkinson Recreation Centre, Okanagan College is pleased to provide free swimming passes for students at this facility between September to April.
Please stop by the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life office with your valid student ID for more info on how you can access these passes. You can also email us at KelownaRec@Okanagan.bc.ca.
Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence Gymnasium and Fitness Centre
The Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence gymnasium and fitness centre are open for students and staff use. Memberships can be purchased at the administration office for $10. Take your receipt to PC 146 to fill in appropriate membership and Get Active Questionaire forms and your card. Please note that students under the age of 19 will require parental or guardian signature on their membership form.
Hours of operation are posted outside the fitness facilities doors.
Making the most of your college experience
Activities are vital components of successful, rewarding and enjoyable college experiences. Meet new people, have fun and make connections.
Get involved
The Vernon Students Association of Okanagan College offers a variety of events and activities throughout the year, helping you unwind, relax and meet new friends. Get started by dropping by their office in C312, call 250-306-2891 or email ereist@okanagan.bc.ca.
Get active
Making time for physical activity on a regular basis has a number of physical and mental health benefits. The Vernon campus has a Fitness Centre featuring several exercise machines and workout equipment. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Monday through Thursday. Stop by Vernon Administration (A Building) for access; cost is a one-time $10 fee for ongoing access via Salto card.
The Greater Vernon Athletics Park adjacent to the campus is operated by the City of Vernon. The synthetic running track is open to walkers and runners from dawn to dusk, and is free to use.
Making the most of your college experience
Activities are vital components of successful, rewarding and enjoyable college experiences. Meet new people, have fun and make connections.
Get involved
There are a series of events planned for you take part in each year, including: trivia night, bowling, rock climbing, paint and sip, dances and more.
Check out what Campus Life, Aboriginal Services and the OCSU has planned on campus and in the community in the Events Calendar below.
Contact Us
Kelowna Campus:
Student Services Building (S108)
250-762-5445 ext. 4938
kelownarec@okanagan.bc.ca
Penticton Campus:
Centre of Excellence (PC146)
250-492-4305 ext. 2374