All recognized U of T student clubs and groups may apply to rent facilities at the Athletic Centre, Goldring Centre and Varsity Centre.
Please note that Student Group facility rentals are for use by recognized U of T student clubs/groups. Use of our facilities cannot be transferred to a non-university group.
KPE offers three distinct types of bookings for Student Groups looking for a space to call their own: ongoing bookings in studios and conditioning spaces, one-time bookings on the field, gyms and classrooms and tabling opportunities in our lobbies.
Want to book a space? Please review the following information and submit an application form.
Ongoing bookings are available to student groups looking for a regular time for fitness, strength, dance or movement practice times. There is no charge for these ongoing bookings. Offered September – December and January – April. A lottery may be held if multiple groups are requesting the same time/space. Hours allotted to a single club may be limited based on demand and are subject to change. September 8 for September - December bookings December 12 for January - April bookings Available: Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday: 3-7 p.m. #’s: Minimum 2, Maximum 40 Available: Friday: 6:20 - 8:20 p.m. Sunday: 1 - 3 p.m. #’s: Minimum 2, Maximum 2 Available: Monday: 7 pm - 11 p.m. Tuesday: 1 pm- 4 pm Wednesday: 2 pm- 5pm Thursday: 2 pm - 5 pm Friday: 2 - 7 p.m.; 9 - 11 p.m. Saturday: 3 - 7 p.m. Sunday: 2 - 5 p.m. * groups can only apply for a maximum 2.0 hr timeslot Student Groups may request one booking per term in the Field House from 3:00PM - 5:00PM on Saturdays at no charge; any requests outside this space require rental approval and a 30% discount is applicable if students are registered with ULife. A lottery may be held if multiple groups are requesting the same time/space. If space allows, the student groups may be permitted more than one booking per term. These times are not suitable for serious competition or tournaments. Times indicated below are when Additional bookings beyond the two hours may be available. Student groups are charged for these additional bookings at 30% off the standard rental rate. To initiate a rental inquiry, please complete and submit the Faculty’s rental application form. A minimum of 10 business days are required in order to process a request. Available: Saturdays, 3 – 5 p.m. #minimum 10 #maximum 50* Suitable activities: basketball, volleyball, dodgeball. Available: upon rental approval: SGA Discount Applicable #minimum 15 #maximum 100 Suitable activities: basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, badminton. Available: upon rental approval: SGA Discount Applicable #minimum 10 #maximum 60 Suitable activities: basketball, volleyball, dodgeball. Available: upon rental approval: SGA Discount Applicable #minimum 10 #maximum 60 Suitable activities: field hockey, soccer, flag football, ultimate. Available: upon rental approval: SGA Discount Applicable #minimum 10 #maximum 60 Suitable activities: soccer, flag football, ultimate, Available: Fridays, 3-4PM #minimum 10 #maximum 30 (above 30 requires an additional lifeguard) Suitable activities: swimming, aquafit, dragon boat paddling practice. Groups may request tabling opportunities for awareness, bake sales or fundraising sales in the Athletic Centre or Goldring Centre for There is no charge to request tabling opportunities in the lobby. Deadlines: As above for one-time bookings If student groups are not able to provide a first aid / CPR certified leader, they may request one from KPE staff. There is a charge for this service and a minimum of ten business days is required. Keys and equipment can only be signed out and given to the individual who provides First Aid CPR to ensure that onsite supervision is provided at every session. Additional certifications including fitness, strength or Tabling does not require leaders to be certified.Booking Policies
Ongoing weekly bookings - studios and strength facilities
Deadlines:
Spaces available:
Athletic Centre, Dance Studio
Athletic Centre, Squash Court 5, 8 OR 9
Goldring Centre, Fitness Studio
One time only bookings - gyms, fields, pool and arena
To Initiate a Rental Inquiry
Spaces Available:
Athletic Centre, Field House court 2 or court 3
*Can be combined with FH 3 if your numbers are anticipated to be greater than 50 - 100Athletic Centre, Sports Gym
Goldring Centre, Kimel Family Field House, North or South
Not permitted: indoor soccer, dark soled shoes, anything involving sticks or heavy equipment.Back Campus Field, East or West
Not permitted: Contact sports.Varsity Centre, 1/3 Dome Field – Winter term only
Not permitted: Contact sports.
*KPE Lifeguard is Tabling - Athletic Centre or Goldring Centre lobbies
Required Certifications
Ensuring that a leader from your group is prepared to respond in an emergency is critical. A member with a valid Standard First Aid, issued within the last three years and a valid CPR-C/Basic Rescuer, issued within the last 12 months, must be present for the entire length of your booking. KPE accepts certifications issued by the Red Cross, St. John’s Ambulance, Lifesaving Society and Heart and Stroke Foundation. Other certifying bodies are not accepted.
Ready to book? Complete the Application for Student Group Access form and a facility scheduling coordinator will be in touch.