McMaster Recreation
We offer programs and services, facilities and expertise to support the cultivation of the human pot
03/05/2026
Looking to get into golf? Visit DBAC today to try out our golf simulator! ⛳
Choose from a selection of courses and games and start working on that swing! Bring your own equipment, or rent some from JBSD. Visit our website for rules, rates, and availability!
01/03/2026
Welcome back Marauders! Looking to get active this year? Check out our new schedule of drop-in group fitness classes! From strength, to yoga, to cycling, our instructors are sure to get your heart rates pumping! 🏋️♀️🧘♀️
Classes begin Monday, January 5th. No registration required.
10/22/2025
Heading to McMaster this weekend for Fall Preview? Don’t forget to visit the David Braley Athletic Centre to learn all about what Ath & Rec has to offer. Whether you’re a high-level athlete, recreation enthusiast, looking for ways to stay active during the semester, or just curious how you can get involved, we’ve got you covered - Athletics and Recreation has something for everyone!
Join us in DBAC this Saturday from 10:00am to 3:30pm for tours and to learn more about our wide variety of offerings. See you there!
09/22/2025
🏊♂️🤿 Update on the IWC Pool Closure
The pool will remain closed beyond the scheduled maintenance period (Aug. 23-Sept. 24) for an additional four weeks.
All scheduled programming and activities are cancelled during this time. We will share a reopening date once available and apologize for the inconvenience.
09/09/2025
Fall instructional programs begin next week in DBAC! With a wide range of offerings, you can learn a new dance style, try out a new sport, or find your inner zen! For full schedules and registration, visit our website!
Don’t forget that next week is TryMac Week! Enjoy your first week of programming for free! Head to our website to sign up for something new. 💃🤺
09/08/2025
Looking to learn a new skill? Trying to find ways to stay active this semester? Great News! Next week is TryMac week! Enjoy free registration for the first week of instructional programs! 🥊🩰🧘♀️
This is a great way to try out a program without committing for the whole semester, free of charge! Visit our website for scheduling and registration details.
09/08/2025
Interested in learning a new skill? Looking for fun ways to stay active? Great news! Next week, join us for a free session of some of our instructional programs! 🥊💃🧘♀️
With one free week, this is a great way to test out a program before committing to it for the full semester, with absolutely no cost! Visit our website for a full list and schedule, and for information on registration!
09/05/2025
Looking for a way to stay active this semester? Check out our selection of fall intramural leagues and tournaments! ⚽️🏀🥏
08/28/2025
Marauder Welcome Day is underway! Free stuff! Fun! Games! Sports! Come join us in DBAC until 2:30 to check out everything Athletics & Recreation has to offer!
07/10/2025
McMaster University’s Pulse Fitness Centre and The Hub have received international acclaim, earning a 2025 NIRSA Outstanding Facilities Award and a coveted spot in Athletic Business magazine’s Architectural Showcase!
Click the link in our bio to read more 📰
07/03/2025
All smiles for the first week of Sport Fitness School!
We’re so excited to welcome all of our campers back to McMaster! ☀️🕶️🥍🏅
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David Braley Athletic Centre/1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, ON
L8S4K1
Opening Hours
| Monday | 6am - 12:30am |
| Tuesday | 6am - 12:30am |
| Wednesday | 6am - 12:30am |
| Thursday | 6am - 12:30am |
| Friday | 6am - 12:30am |
| Saturday | 8:30am - 10:30pm |
| Sunday | 8:30am - 10:30pm |