News and Announcements
Update Fall 2025
JWC Hot Water Notice
Updated 10/22
Due to facility maintenance issues in P4, there is no hot water in the JWC men's & women's locker rooms until further notice.
Now Open - Bruins Esports & Gaming Lounge Presented by Alienware
Designed for both casual and competitive gamers, the state-of-the-art space will host campus tournaments, classes, intramural esports, watch parties, student club meetups, and workshops. Rooted in UCLA Recreation’s evolving mission to provide high-quality recreational experiences for the campus community, the lounge expands opportunities for collaboration, skill-building, and professional development in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.
Seismic Project Updates
John Wooden Center Improvement Project
The first phase of the renovation project began January 31, 2025.
The project will address seismic deficiencies and make improvements to the existing layout and configuration of space. These renovations are projected to be completed early in 2027.
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Sunset Canyon Recreation Center Seismic Improvement Project
The Sunset Canyon Recreation Center seismic improvement project began in December 2024. Though we do expect there to be impacts over the next two years of the project, the facility, including both swimming pools, will largely remain open during construction.