Sports & Fitness: Energizing the Crew

The Mission: Mission-Ready Health

Sports & Fitness Energizing the Crew

Aviation life is physically demanding. Whether you are on the ramp, in the galley, or navigating the terminal, our bodies take the brunt of the "hustle." The Sports & Fitness pillar at VUES was created to ensure our community stays healthy, energized, and resilient.

We believe that staying active shouldn't be a solo chore. By bringing colleagues together for fitness, we turn the grind of a workout into a shared win.

Why Fitness is a Core Pillar

We focus on health because it directly impacts our quality of life both on and off the clock.

  • Team Sports: From soccer matches to softball, we provide a space for friendly competition that builds teamwork and camaraderie.

  • Group Workouts: Whether it’s a pre-shift yoga session or a post-rotation gym meet, working out together keeps us accountable and motivated.

  • Fitness Challenges: We host community-wide challenges—like step counts or cycling goals—to keep the "zest for competition" alive across all departments.

  • High-Trust Recovery: Through partnerships like Rehab Mantra, we ensure our members have access to the physiotherapy and massage care they need to recover properly.

The ACRA Legacy: A Zest for Competition

The Air Canada Recreation Association (ACRA) was the original champion of employee sports. From local bowling and soccer leagues to tournaments held in various countries, ACRA showed us that sports are the ultimate way to meet colleagues from around the system.

Following ACRA’s closure in 2020, VUES has stepped in to revive these activities. We are a volunteer-based organization created by employees, for employees, to ensure that no one has to train alone. As the ACRA motto suggested, it’s all about participation, not just winning. We are here to exchange work-related knowledge while breaking a sweat together.

How to Participate

  1. Join a Team: Keep an eye on our Events section for seasonal sports league sign-ups.

  2. Take a Challenge: Enter our monthly community fitness challenges to win "Vues-exclusive" perks.

  3. Pro-Active Care: Visit our Perks page to find discounts on fitness club facilities and wellness clinics.

Stay active. Stay healthy. Stay energized for the journey ahead.