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UniRec A fun & welcoming gym for students & community, offering Hamilton's best value memberships with ZERO JOINING FEES!

UniRec is the University of Waikato’s on-campus health & fitness centre offering awesome exercise options for students, staff and the wider community. With over 40 Group Exercise Classes per week, a huge Sports Hall, an extensive range of both Weights and Cardio equipment, Squash Courts, Endless Swimming Pools and more, we’ve got you covered – no matter what you’re into!

Who recognises the original Sport and Recreation Centre at The University of Waikato?It was the late 80's and campus was...
28/10/2026

Who recognises the original Sport and Recreation Centre at The University of Waikato?

It was the late 80's and campus was buzzing with world recrod aerobics, weekly jazzercise and main event sumo wrestling!!

22/10/2026

LABOUR WEEKEND HOURS:

Saturday, Oct 24
7.00am - 7.00pm
(no STUMP)

Sunday, Oct 25
8.00am - 8.00pm
(no classes)

Monday, Oct 26
8.00am - 8.00pm
(no classes)

Wishing all our UniRec whānau a restful long weekend!

UniRec Member Survey Insights…NPS = fancy way of seeing how much you like usWhat’s the main reason for your score?What’s...
21/10/2026

UniRec Member Survey Insights…

NPS = fancy way of seeing how much you like us

What’s the main reason for your score?

What’s one thing we could do to improve your score?

What new equipment do you want to see?

Why do you gym?

⚡️ MEMBER OF THE MONTH ⚡️The bro Lucas has been a man possessed this year, quietly stacking up days.When he’s not sharpe...
16/10/2026

⚡️ MEMBER OF THE MONTH ⚡️

The bro Lucas has been a man possessed this year, quietly stacking up days.

When he’s not sharpening the shoulder blades he can be found deleting a BK burger or 5 🍔

Keep up the incredible mahi mate, we love to see your progress in the jim!

‼️ BIG DOG UPDATE ‼️After a 6 month hiatus in which she successfully cloned herself, Georgia Tong is back on the tools a...
12/10/2026

‼️ BIG DOG UPDATE ‼️

After a 6 month hiatus in which she successfully cloned herself, Georgia Tong is back on the tools as Health & Fitness Manager.

She returns with both superhuman mum strength and the superhuman ability to connect people with better wellbeing outcomes 🌿

Keen on the Hostile Tong Takeover - make sure to cup it up next time you spot her between sets!

😭 SMELL YA LATER 😭Today we say goodbye to the most fun person on the planet Ella B, whose 6 month gig at the ‘Rec is up....
02/10/2026

😭 SMELL YA LATER 😭

Today we say goodbye to the most fun person on the planet Ella B, whose 6 month gig at the ‘Rec is up.

The suss social media specialist is taking her talents elsewhere after an electric run here where she became everyone’s best mate 🤝

We wish you all the best for your next chapter of leopard print pants, coffee yarns and everything in between!

Congratulations to everyone who received awards at the 2026 Blues Awards over the weekend, and an extra special congrats...
28/09/2026

Congratulations to everyone who received awards at the 2026 Blues Awards over the weekend, and an extra special congrats to those who are UniRec members! We love to see our members achieving greatness!💪

With 4 NEW machines in the upstairs weights room we thought it would help to provide tutorials for each!!Swipe to get tu...
25/09/2026

With 4 NEW machines in the upstairs weights room we thought it would help to provide tutorials for each!!

Swipe to get tutorials for the Belt Squat, Preacher Curl/Tricep Extension, Lateral Raise, and the Leg extension/curl!

The Belt Squat looks intimidating but once you learn how it use it, it’s a very versatile machine!

Tips:
• Belt tightness depends on how tall or short you are e.g if you are taller, the belt should be looser
• When you stand up, you’re lifting the weight and therefore releasing the safety. When you are done, pull the leaver towards yourself and lower slowly

If you have ANY questions or want an in-person tutorial PLEASE speak to one of our trainers or book a consult

The preacher curl is perfect for targeting your biceps and when you switch it into the tricep extension, this machine becomes the perfect addition to any upper/sharms day!

Tips:
• Adjust the seat to a height that’s the most comfortable, this will ensure you have the correct form

If you have ANY questions or want an in person tutorial PLEASE speak to one of our trainers or book a consult

The Lateral Raise is a good way to target your shoulders. It can be confusing considering it’s called a lateral raise but it actually DOESN’T target your lats!

Tips:
• Adjust the seat to a height that’s the most comfortable, this will ensure you can reach the arm pads.
• Make sure to sit facing into the machine and squeeze at the top for the best burn

If you have ANY questions or want an in person tutorial PLEASE speak to one of our trainers or book a consult

This machine is a great way to work your hamstrings and your quads, getting a burn through the upper leg!

Tips:
• Adjust the back of the seat to determine how far forward you sit
•For leg extensions, the bottom leg pad should be sitting just above your ankle
• For the leg curl, you want the same placement except your legs will be sitting on top of the bottom pad.
• The top pad should be lowered to keep you in place when doing the leg curl to ensure proper form

If you have ANY questions or want an in person tutorial PLEASE speak to one of our trainers or book a consult

This is the final call to have your say and go in the draw to win!! 🏆 Our annual member survey is coming to a close, so ...
24/09/2026

This is the final call to have your say and go in the draw to win!! 🏆

Our annual member survey is coming to a close, so if you have any final words of advice for us PLEASE fill it out!

Check your inbox for the link 📧

Address

University Of Waikato
Hamilton
3216

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 5:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 10pm
Thursday 5:30am - 10pm
Friday 5:30am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 9pm

Telephone

+6478384177

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