Contact us

Recreation Centre
17 Symonds Street
City Campus
Auckland City

Phone
+64 9 373 7599 ext 84788 (general enquiries)
+64 9 373 7599 ext 86796 (Health and Fitness Studio)
Email: campusrecreation@auckland.ac.nz

Reception
The Reception counter is located on level 3 (Symonds Street entrance) of the Recreation Centre. Our customer service staff are on hand to assist you with your membership and general enquiries. You can also purchase nutritional and training products here.

Administration Office
The Administration Office is located on level 4 of the Recreation Centre building.

Enrolments for recreation programmes, competitive sports leagues and the social sports programme are held at the Administration Office during the first two weeks of each semester.

Office opening hours during enrolments are Monday to Friday 9am–4pm. If the office is closed then please try at the Reception counter on level 3.

Feedback
We welcome your questions and comments. Please complete and submit the Recreation Centre feedback form.

What happens if I forget or lose my membership card?
You must bring your membership card with you or another form of official photo identification, eg, drivers licence or passport. Failure to produce adequate identification will mean you will not be able to enter.

How do I book court space?
If you're a member, you can book court space using your ID card on the computer booking terminals at reception.

1. Scan your ID card on the booking terminal.
2. Select the activity that you want to book.
3. Scroll through the timetable to find an available space.
4. Book your court space. You can book up to six days in advance.

You can only book with your own ID card. Using another members card to book space is prohibited and will result in your booking rights and membership being revoked.

You are not permitted to make bookings on behalf of other members including your friends. For your booking to be valid you must be present for the booking.
 

How do I book a consultation, programme, assessment or seminar?
Fitness programmes, assessments and seminars are not included in the cost of your membership. However the Group Fitness classes are free for all members. See Group Fitness.

To arrange a consultation for a fitness programme, assessments or seminar contact one of our friendly staff members at the reception on level 3 of the Recreation Centre. Various seminars are offered through the year and are a very cheap way to learn more about heath and fitness. The current seminar timetable can be viewed at the Health and Fitness Instructor's desk. For more information and prices, see Health and fitness services. 

You can book into seminars by talking to an instructor at the instructors desk in the Health and Fitness Studio. You will need your ID card in order to book a seminar and will be given a card with the details of your appointment on it. Seminars can be arranged around your timetable.

If you need to cancel your appointment please advise us in advance and we will rebook you or reinstate your credit, otherwise your credit will be forfeited.
 

Why can't I wear jeans, jandals or sandals in the Health and Fitness Studio?
We want you to be safe while using the Recreation Centre.

Denim and open-toed shoes are unsuitable for the Health and Fitness Studio due to Occupational Health and Safety regulations issued by the Department of Labour. 

Denim is a tough fabric that is not flexible. It can restrict movement, which will affect technique and put you at risk of injury. Everyone in the Health and Fitness Studio must wear a fully enclosed shoe to protect the foot from damage in the event of an accident.

Towels are also required at all times in the Health and Fitness Studio and all Group Fitness classes including pilates and yoga.
 

Mr. Matt Newey
Health and Fitness Supervisor

Matt started at the Recreation Centre in 2005 and is an AUT certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. He has also completed courses in both Sports Nutrition and Sports Massage. Matt comes from a sports retail background where he was a successful general manager of various superstores. His interests include travel, music and DJing, and most sports. He is also a keen follower of Liverpool F.C. "Go the Reds!"

Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 83407
Email: m.newey@auckland.ac.nz

Mr. Brent Edwards
Group Fitness Coordinator and Fitness Instructor

Brent graduated in 1995 with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics from the Auckland and worked in the IT industry for many years before deciding to follow his passion for fitness. Brent joined the Recreation Centre in 2008 and is a fanatical and energetic group fitness instructor exercise and coordinator. He is pro-‘anything to do with group fitness’ and plans to bring a new lease of life and professionalism to the group fitness program. His interests include group fitness, group fitness and more group fitness.

In 2011 Brent won 2011 Winner Group Exercise Instructor of the year (pre-choreographed) Award, Fitness Industry Awards.
 

Judges’ comments on Brent Edwards
This is the first year that a Zumba® Fitness instructor has entered the awards and Brent was one of many Zumba® Fitness instructors to enter. Zumba® Fitness instruction is unique as a group exercise format in that communication occurs non-verbally using body language, energy and expression: aspects our specialist judges agreed Brent demonstrated at award winning level.

Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 85294
Email: br.edwards@auckland.ac.nz