Bruin Fitness Center
The Bruin Fitness Center (BFIT) is a unique facility that offers an exclusive recreation environment for UCLA undergraduate students.
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
- 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).
Annual Facility Hours
Below are the standard hours of operation for BFIT. Please check the hours section for quarterly hours and any modified hours.
Regular Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 6:00AM - 1:00AM
Friday: 6:00AM - 9:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday: 9:00AM - 11:00PM
Fall: September - December 2024
Special Hours:
11/8-11/11, F-Su: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
11/27, W, 6:00 AM -3:00 PM
11/28-11/30, Th-S: CLOSED
12/1, Su: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Fall Finals
12/9 – 12/11, M-W, 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
12/12, Th, 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
12/13, F, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
12/14 – 12/15, S-Su, CLOSED
Winter Break
12/16 – 1/5, CLOSED
Winter: January – March 2025
Special Hours
MLK Weekend
1/18 – 1/20, S-M, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Presidents' Day Weekend
2/15 – 2/17, S-M, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Winter Finals & Spring Break
3/15,S, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
3/16,Su, 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
3/17– 3/19, M-W, 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
3/20, Th, 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
3/21, F, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
3/22 – 3/29, CLOSED
Spring: April – June 2025
Special Hours
Memorial Day Weekend
5/24 – 5/26, S-M, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Spring Finals
6/7,S, 9:00 Am - 6:00 PM
6/8, Su, 9:00 AM - 11:00PM
6/9– 6/11, M-W, 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
6/12, Th, 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Commencement Weekend, Juneteenth, & Summer Interim
6/13 – 6/22, CLOSED
Hours
Fall Quarter Hours
Monday-Thursday: 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Special Hours:
11/8-11/11, F-Su: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
11/27, W, 6:00 AM -3:00 PM
11/28-11/30, Th-S: CLOSED
12/1, Su: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Finals Week 12/9 - 12/15
Monday - Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: CLOSED
Winter Break
12/16 – 1/5, CLOSED
Location
251 Charles E Young Dr. W
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Carnesale Commons, (underneath Bruin Plate)