The Bakar Fitness & Recreation Center at UCSF Mission Bay operates as a comprehensive three-floor fitness facility serving the university community and surrounding neighborhood since 2005. This center combines state-of-the-art equipment with stunning views of downtown San Francisco, creating a premium fitness destination in the heart of San Francisco’s biotech district.
The facility features both indoor and outdoor 25-meter saltwater pools, with the rooftop pool offering panoramic city views and solarium access. The pools accommodate lap swimming, recreational use, and structured programming including swim lessons and Masters Swim Team activities. Pool amenities include dedicated lane swimming, warm water temperatures, and professional instruction through certified swim instructors serving all ages and skill levels.
State-of-the-art cardio equipment includes treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, and specialized machines distributed across multiple fitness floors. The free weight area features comprehensive strength training equipment including squat racks, deadlift platforms, and extensive dumbbell selections. A dedicated Pilates studio houses specialized equipment for mat and reformer classes, while functional training spaces accommodate diverse workout styles including calisthenics and circuit training approaches.
Over 60 Group X classes operate weekly, ranging from beginner to advanced levels across disciplines including BODYPUMP, ZUMBA, yoga, and specialized fitness formats. F45 Training offers high-intensity interval training in group settings, while traditional group fitness includes barre Pilates, P90X, Body Combat, and other popular formats. Professional personal trainers offer individualized instruction and program development, with specialized services including body composition analysis and sport-specific conditioning programs.
The facility attracts a diverse, educated clientele including healthcare professionals, students, researchers, and neighborhood residents in a non-competitive atmosphere. Modern architecture and contemporary art installations create an upscale environment that distinguishes the facility from typical commercial fitness centers. The rooftop exercise terrace offers outdoor workout space with city views, while membership options include discounts for students, seniors, faculty, and UCSF employees.
The Bakar Fitness & Recreation Center at UCSF Mission Bay operates as a comprehensive three-floor fitness facility serving the university community and surrounding neighborhood since 2005. This center combines state-of-the-art equipment with stunning views of downtown San Francisco, creating a premium fitness destination in the heart of San Francisco’s biotech district.
The facility features both indoor and outdoor 25-meter saltwater pools, with the rooftop pool offering panoramic city views and solarium access. The pools accommodate lap swimming, recreational use, and structured programming including swim lessons and Masters Swim Team activities. Pool amenities include dedicated lane swimming, warm water temperatures, and professional instruction through certified swim instructors serving all ages and skill levels.
State-of-the-art cardio equipment includes treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, and specialized machines distributed across multiple fitness floors. The free weight area features comprehensive strength training equipment including squat racks, deadlift platforms, and extensive dumbbell selections. A dedicated Pilates studio houses specialized equipment for mat and reformer classes, while functional training spaces accommodate diverse workout styles including calisthenics and circuit training approaches.
Over 60 Group X classes operate weekly, ranging from beginner to advanced levels across disciplines including BODYPUMP, ZUMBA, yoga, and specialized fitness formats. F45 Training offers high-intensity interval training in group settings, while traditional group fitness includes barre Pilates, P90X, Body Combat, and other popular formats. Professional personal trainers offer individualized instruction and program development, with specialized services including body composition analysis and sport-specific conditioning programs.
The facility attracts a diverse, educated clientele including healthcare professionals, students, researchers, and neighborhood residents in a non-competitive atmosphere. Modern architecture and contemporary art installations create an upscale environment that distinguishes the facility from typical commercial fitness centers. The rooftop exercise terrace offers outdoor workout space with city views, while membership options include discounts for students, seniors, faculty, and UCSF employees.
Indoor and outdoor 25-meter saltwater pools, rooftop pool with panoramic city views, solarium access, dedicated lane swimming, warm water temperatures
Treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, specialized machines distributed across multiple fitness floors
Free weight area with squat racks, deadlift platforms, extensive dumbbell selections, comprehensive strength training equipment
Dedicated Pilates studio with mat and reformer equipment, functional training spaces, rooftop exercise terrace with city views
NBA full-sized basketball court, squash courts, racquetball courts
Climbing wall access during designated periods
Over 60 Group X classes weekly including BODYPUMP, ZUMBA, yoga, barre Pilates, P90X, Body Combat, beginner to advanced levels
F45 Training high-intensity interval training in group settings
Swim lessons for all ages and skill levels, Masters Swim Team activities, certified swim instructors
Individualized instruction, program development, small group training options
Body composition analysis, injury-specific training modifications, sport-specific conditioning programs
Class reservations open 72 hours in advance through online systems and mobile applications, check-in begins 30 minutes before start times
Sauna access, shower facilities, secure storage options, towel service provided
Premier and F45 memberships with full facility access, day passes available, discounts for students, seniors, faculty, and UCSF employees
Online class reservations, mobile app access, digital court bookings, class cancellations, account management
Validation provides discounted rates for members, UCSF shuttle services for alternative transportation options
