Sport and Recreation Facilities
The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management proudly maintains a wide selection of spaces and facilities at the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses for sport, recreation, Mini U Programs, academic, and research purposes. With over one million square feet of facilities and spaces, there’s a whole lot to experience!
Each of our facilities has spaces available to rent for group activities.
Our facilities
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Bannatyne campus
Active Living Centre
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The 100,000 sq ft Active Living Centre is UM's hub for health, wellness and physical activity. The facility provides the community with a state-of-the-art fitness venue and research spaces to help Manitobans create healthier lifestyles.
Features
- 30,000 sq ft cardio and resistance training area
- 1000 pieces of free weights and accessories
- 200 metre indoor track
- 100+ pieces of cardio equipment
- 100+ pieces of strength and resistance equipment
- 35 ft climbing wall
- Certified fitness attendants
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Hours of operation
Monday to Friday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.Contact us
Active Living Centre
430 University Crescent
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-6100Parking
Between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday paid visitor parking is restricted to meters, Park & Pay areas and the University Parkade. Visitor parking passes for specific lots must be displayed in the vehicle.
Weekend, holiday and evening parking (after 4:30 p.m.) is free. Full parking information and details.
Frank Kennedy Centre
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The Frank Kennedy Centre is home to the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management. It houses three gymnasiums, racquetball and squash courts, and meeting rooms and classrooms.
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Hours of operation
Monday to Friday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.Contact us
Frank Kennedy Centre
420 University Crescent
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-6100
Joyce Fromson Pool
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Joyce Fromson Pool is an accessible space. The pool and pool programs cater to our campus communities including students, staff, faculty and alumni in addition to serving the general public.
Pool temperature is set at a cool 28ºC because it is a training centre for high-performance athletes.
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Hours of operation
The pool is temporarily closed.
Please visit Service Disruptions at UManitoba for more information.
Contact us
Joyce Fromson Pool
420 University Crescent (connected to the Frank Kennedy Centre)
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-6100
Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC)
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This 70,000 square-foot facility is home to the University of Manitoba Bisons basketball and volleyball teams and the main venue for UM convocation. It can also host large events such as national championships, trade shows and symposiums.
Features:
- Three international-size basketball and volleyball courts (west, centre, and east)
- Heavy automated curtains to partition each court
- Bio-channel hardwood floor for a superior competition surface
- Two sets of retractable bleachers – east and west courts
- 3 LED video scoreboards
- Boardroom
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Contact us
Investors Group Athletic Centre
75 Sidney Smith Street
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-7131
Max Bell Centre - James Daly Fieldhouse
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James Daly Fieldhouse includes a 200-metre high performance banked track and has a seating capacity of 1,350 (permanent and temporary). The infield of the track is an excellent venue for tennis, soccer, softball and handball.
The fieldhouse is the home of the Bisons Track and Field team, plays host to national championship events and is a significant hub for Mini U Programs.
This is an accessible facility.
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Hours of operation
Sping and summer hours effective Monday, May 5 through Sunday, Aug. 31 2025.
Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Contact us
Max Bell Centre – James Daly Fieldhouse
109 Sidney Smith St.
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8634
Max Bell Centre - Wayne Fleming Arena
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The arena includes one ice surface with a seating capacity of 1,400. It is an excellent venue for hockey, sponge hockey, ringette and broomball.
The arena is home to Bisons hockey and is a main program facility for Mini U Programs.
Features:
- New 4 sided LED video scoreboard
- New seating area and renovated press box
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Hours of operation
Sping and summer hours effective Monday, May 5 through Sunday, Aug. 31 2025.
Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Contact us
Max Bell Centre – Wayne Fleming Arena
109 Sidney Smith St.
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8634
University Stadium
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University Stadium is a multi-purpose outdoor track and field facility with a large natural grass infield. The bowl shape of this venue provides wind protection for athletes and spectators.
Features:
- Outdoor track and field facilities – including a 400-metre, 8-lane track; hurdles and sprinting area, steeplechase, discus, high jump, pole vault, hammer, shot put, long and triple jump and javelin areas
- Sprint and hurdle lanes, long jump, triple jump and pole vault approaches that are wind reversible
- Seating to 10,000 with temporary seats.
- Secure medical and doping control rooms
- Viewing area with all required media services
- VIP and media seating
The stadium has limited wheelchair access.
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Contact us
University Stadium
32 Service Street, 3 NW
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8634
Outdoor turf fields
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The University’s two outdoor fields are FieldTurf artificial turf playing surfaces. They are safe, resilient, shock-absorbing and long-lasting. They meet the quality levels of the FIFA Recommended 2 Star artificial turf pitch.
The East field accommodates both football and soccer. The West field is for soccer only and is home to the Bisons soccer team. The fields are located west of the Winnipeg Soccer Federation South’s indoor soccer facility.
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Contact us
Outdoor turf fields
175 Chancellor Matheson Road
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8634
Outdoor tennis courts
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Our outdoor tennis courts are available for use in the Spring through Autumn months. They feature four full-size hard courts with full surround fencing.
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Contact us
Outdoor tennis courts
Chancellor Matheson Road
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8634
Joe Doupe Recreation Centre (Bannatyne campus)
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The Joe Doupe Recreation Centre is the primary fitness and recreation centre at University of Manitoba's Bannatyne campus. Memberships are available for UM students, staff, alumni and the general public.
Features:
- Fitness centre with cardio and weight resistance equipment
- Multi-purpose gymnasium
- Indoor track
- Multi-purpose studio
- Locker and shower facilities
- Cycle studio
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Hours of operation
Tuesday, Sept. long weekend - April 30
Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.May 1- Sept. long weekend
Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.Contact us
Joe Doupe Recreation Centre
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne Campus)
030 Brodie Centre, 727 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3E 3P5
KRM.FacilityRentals@umanitoba.ca
Phone: (204)789-3858
Fax: (204)789-3944Parking
Between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday paid visitor parking is restricted to meters, Park & Pay areas. Visitor parking passes for specific lots must be displayed in the vehicle. Street parking is available.
Weekend, holiday and evening parking (after 4:30 p.m.) is free. Full parking information and details.
Meeting rooms and classrooms
There are a number of meeting spaces and classrooms available for rent in our sport and recreation facilities. Choose from the spaces below.
| Rental space | Where located | Rates and availability |
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| Agora | Active Living Centre | Check rates and availability |
| Boardroom 220 | Active Living Centre | Check rates and availability |
| Classrooms 133, 136, 193, 212 | Frank Kennedy Centre | Check rates and availability |
| Boardroom 238 | Investors Group Athletic Centre | Check rates and availability |
| Room 208 – Seminar B | Max Bell Centre – James Daly Fieldhouse | Check rates and availability |
| Room 300 – Alumni Lounge | Max Bell Centre – Wayne Fleming Arena | Check rates and availability |
Change rooms
Change, shower and rest facilities are located in the Frank Kennedy Centre and are also for those using the Active Living Centre and Joyce Fromson Pool. They include both men’s and ladies’ locker rooms and our Community Change Room.
The Community Change Room has been designed for everyone. It contains space that is accessible and enclosed for changing, showering and using the rest facilities. It provides privacy and safety for anyone including:
- Parents with children that require assistance, regardless of age or gender
- Individuals with accessibility needs or those accompanied by a caregiver
- Faculty or staff who are not comfortable sharing a locker room with students
- Individuals who are not comfortable sharing a locker space or changing in front of others
To respect people’s privacy, we require that persons be dressed when in the public space of the Community Change Room.
Policies and information
Facilities safety and responsibility code
The University of Manitoba’s Sport and Recreation Facilities are housed in the Active Living Centre, Frank Kennedy Centre, Max Bell Centre, Investors Group Athletic Centre, Joe Doupe Recreation Centre (Bannatyne Campus), Outdoor Facilities, University Stadium and the David Asper University of Manitoba Bison Football Centre.
Our Facilities are located on Treaty 1 Territory and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonization and are committed to creating culturally safe and affirming spaces for Indigenous peoples.
All guests using our facilities, including students, staff, faculty, alumni and community individuals using free and paid services, are required to treat each other with respect in adherence with the University of Manitoba’s public commitment to reconciliation and Respectful Work and Learning Environment Policy (RWLE).
Purpose
At the University of Manitoba, we are committed to equity of access and opportunity for all members, UM students, faculty and staff. We welcome you to a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone—from all backgrounds and perspectives—is respected, valued, and can enjoy an exceptional experience.
This code of conduct applies to all guests. All guests are expected to be aware of, and comply with, the code of conduct and its related policies and expectations.
The code of conduct cannot anticipate every possible event or situation and guests are expected to use their best judgement in the spirit of this code of conduct.
Contravention of the code of conduct is a serious matter and will be treated as such.
Any violation of the code of conduct may result in suspension of program and services privileges, up to and including a ban from accessing any University of Manitoba property.
Requirements
All guest are required to adhere to the standards described in this code of conduct and to all policies, rules and expectations, including, but not limited to, the following:
Treat everyone with respect and dignity, regardless of their race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or physical and mental ability.
Act in a safe and responsible manner.
Adhere to the University of Manitoba Respectful Work and Learning Environment (RWLE) Policy and Sexual Assault Policy, and all other policies and procedures set by the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management and the University of Manitoba.
Report violations of the Code of Conduct.
Not engage in inappropriate conduct in the facility. Examples include:
- Profanity or swearing
- Threats or aggressive behaviour to staff and other guests, including physical assault
- Disregarding or disobeying facility use rules and regulations
- Insulting or negative comments that can affect other guests and staff
- Demonstrating little or no respect for others and or their personal belongings
- Conduct that is unsporting Obtaining entrance without valid identification or under false identification.
Respectful work and learning environment
The University wishes to promote and support a community which embraces diversity and inclusion, provides for equity of opportunity, and recognizes the dignity of all people. Members of the university community, including every student and employee, are entitled to a respectful work and learning environment that is:
- Free from discrimination and provides for reasonable accommodation
- Free from harassment and sexual assault
- Collegial and conducive to early resolution of conflict between members of the university community.
The University recognizes that we live in a richly diverse society in Manitoba, as well as beyond, and that we have a duty to act in a manner consistent with existing legislation regarding human rights and workplace health and safety. We have a commitment to academic freedom and freedom of thought, inquiry, and expression among its members which may result in respectful disagreements regarding beliefs or principles.
Each individual has the right to participate, learn, and work in an environment that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits harassment and discriminatory practices.
The University of Manitoba does not condone behaviour that is likely to undermine the dignity, self-esteem or productivity of any of its members and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment whether it occurs on University property or in conjunction with University-related activities. Therefore, the University of Manitoba is committed to an inclusive and respectful work and learning environment. The RWLE policies related and procedures establish the University’s approach to maintaining a climate of respect and safety within this community and to address any situations in which respect is lacking or safety is compromised.
Cancellation of use
Breaches of this code of conduct may result in cancellation of facility use privileges. The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management reserves the right to deny access or remove a guest from our facilities at any time (without a refund) and seek restitution of anyone who:
- Engages in abusive or negative language/gestures
- Engages in abusive, threatening or criminal behaviour
- Compromises the personal health and safety of any individual
- Damages or abuses university property
- Repeats inappropriate behaviour or conduct after being warned
- Violates the terms of the University of Manitoba Respectful Working and Learning Environment Policy
Revision
This Code of Conduct is a dynamic document meant to reflect U of M’s changing needs, realities and responsibilities. Therefore, as U of M evolves and new issues arise, the Code of Conduct will be periodically reviewed and modified to reflect the current environment.
Request for accommodations
The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management strives to create spaces that are inclusive of all persons and treat all members of the community in an equitable manner. Any special access requests can be made to any of our staff and we would be happy to accommodate those requests as best as possible.
Inquires or reporting violations
Should anyone have any questions or comments, or is reporting violations of the Code of Conduct, please contact Simon Wang, Director of Facilities at 204-474-6952 or Simon.Wang@umanitoba.ca.
Inclusivity
At the University of Manitoba, we are committed to equity of access and opportunity for all members, UM students, faculty and staff. We welcome you to a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone—from all backgrounds and perspectives—is respected, valued, and can enjoy an exceptional experience.
Health and safety
Photo and video policy
The facilities team is committed to ensuring all UM sport and recreation facilities are a place of privacy and safety for all members, guests and staff. We understand that social sharing is widespread, and we love to see our members sharing their successes, but we want to do so in a way that doesn’t impact the experience of others.
Guidelines
Please keep the following in mind while capturing photos or videos in our facilities.
- Photos, videos, and video streaming ARE permitted in public areas of our sport and recreation facilities.
- For the safety and privacy of all users, photos, videos, and video streaming are NOT permitted in the change/locker rooms, public washrooms, saunas and showers at any time.
- When taking photos and videos in public spaces, please respect the safety and privacy of other users. Members, guests, or staff must not be captured in photos or videos without their verbal permission. This includes all UM Sport and Recreation Facilities.
Violation of this policy will result in the immediate revocation of membership and facility privileges. Additionally, we strongly encourage all users to refrain as much as possible from using any mobile device, tablet or laptop when in any change room, locker room or washroom area so to avoid suspicion of photos or videos being taken.
Promotional video and photography
On occasion, photos and videos for professional purposes within UM sport and recreation facilities may be taken but only with expressed written consent. Photo and video requests can be sent to UM sport and recreation facilities Director Simon Wang at simon.wang@umanitoba.ca.
Contact us regarding photo and video policies
If you have any questions regarding these policies or would like to report an incident where you feel you have been purposefully or inadvertently recorded in a photo or on video in a violation of our video and photo policy, please contact a member of our staff immediately.
Alternatively, you may email us at rec_services@umanitoba.ca.