Bruin Fitness Center

BFIT offers

• 14,000 sq. foot cardio and strength & conditioning areas
• 60+ premium cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, spin bikes, bikes, & more
• 50+ pieces of strength equipment including free weights, squat racks, & selectorized equipment
• Day use lockers
• Universal restrooms
• Personal fitness trainers
• FITWELL Services desk

Policies and Procedures

Access and Age Restrictions

View Full Facility Age Restriction Chart

• Facility eligibility is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to participate in open recreation fitness unless in an approved, instructor-led activity.
• Must be at least 16 years of age to use the cardio and strength equipment, unless otherwise determined by instructor-led activity or program.
• Only UCLA Recreation Personal Fitness Trainers may conduct training sessions in any UCLA Recreation facility.
• Indoor spaces will be closed in unsafe conditions and for scheduled classes.

Facility Policies

• Bicycles and electric scooters are not permitted indoors.
• Skateboards and non-electric scooters must be stored on appropriate rack or in a locker.
• Beverages must be in a spill-proof, unbreakable, re-sealable container. No spitting.
• No photography or video recording, unless approved by UCLA Recreation management.

For assistance:

• Report any blood, injury, equipment malfunction or facility feedback to the FITWELL staff immediately.
• For help or questions, including guidance and lifting instruction, see FITWELL staff.
• For special accommodations, see FITWELL staff.

Participant Policies

• A top, bottom and shoes are required, unless otherwise determined by instructor-led activity or program.
• Closed toed/closed heel athletic shoes are required.
• Clothing with buttons, zippers and studs is prohibited on upholstered equipment or any cardio seat.
• Clothing or towel must provide a barrier between skin (except hands), upholstery and mats.
• Towels are highly recommended.
• Backpacks and bags are not allowed on the floor. Personal belongings should be secured in a locker.
• Do not hang any item on cardio equipment.
• Beverages must be in a spill-proof, unbreakable, re-sealable container. No spitting.
• Maintain personal hygiene as to not be disruptive to the environment.
• No strongly scented deodorants, perfumes or colognes.
• Be respectful of all equipment, patrons and staff.
• Follow posted zone-specific policies and all staff directions.

Equipment:

• Dumbbells, plates, and bars should not be dropped from any height.
• Collars must be used on all bars when weight is added.
• Do not lean bars or throw balls against walls, windows or ceilings. No contact with windows during any activity.
• Do not stand bars or dumbbells vertically on floor.
• Rerack dumbbells, barbells, plates and all other equipment to designated storage locations after each use.
• Spotters are recommended for all free weight exercises performed over the head, face, and chest.
• Maintain a safe distance between users.
• Equipment must be used as intended. Modifications are NOT allowed.
• All free-standing movements must be performed in designated area.
• Wipe off equipment after each use.
• 30-minute time limit (including warm up and cool down) on all cardio equipment when others are waiting.

Recreation Community Expectations

Read Full Recreation Community Expectations (updated as of 1/27/2023).

Hours

Fall Hours

Monday - Thursday: 6:00AM - 12:00AM

Friday: 6:00AM - 9:00PM

Saturday: 9:00AM - 6:00PM

Sunday: 9:00AM - 9:00PM

Holiday Weekends: 9:00AM - 6:00PM

Holiday Day: CLOSED

Special Hours

11/10: 6:00AM - 9:00PM

11/11: CLOSED

11/26: 6:00AM - 3:00PM

11/27-11/29: CLOSED

11/30: 3:00PM - 9:00PM​​​​​​

Annual Facility Hours

Below are the standard hours of operation for BFIT. Please check the hours section for quarterly hours and any modified hours.

​​Fall: September - December 2025

Special Hours:

11/9, Su, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
11/10, M, 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
11/11, Tu, CLOSED
11/26, W, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
11/27-11/29, Th-S, CLOSED
11/30, Su, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Fall Finals

12/8 – 12/11, M-Th, 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
12/12, F, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
12/13-14, S-Su, CLOSED

Winter Break

12/15 – 1/4, CLOSED

Winter: January – March 2026

Special Hours

MLK Weekend

1/18, Su, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
1/19, M, CLOSED

Presidents' Day Weekend​​​​​​​​​​​
2/15, Su, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
2/16,M, CLOSED

Winter Finals & Spring Break

3/16– 3/18, M-W, 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
3/19, Th, 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
3/20,F, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
3/21-3/28, S-S, CLOSED

3/29,Su, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Spring: April – June 2026

Special Hours

Memorial Day Weekend

5/24, Su, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
5/25, M, CLOSED

Spring Finals

6/8– 6/10, M-W, 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
6/11, Th, 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Commencement Weekend, Juneteenth, & Summer Interim

6/12 – 6/21, CLOSED

Location

251 Charles E Young Dr. W
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Carnesale Commons, (underneath Bruin Plate)