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UCLA Marina Aquatic Center Offers Water Sports Escape

22 May 2026 02:05

The UCLA Marina Aquatic Center (MAC) provides a natural escape for students and veterans, offering water sports and a therapeutic program. - Located 10 miles from campus in Marina del Rey, the MAC offers kayaking, sailing, and paddleboarding.

- A monthly recreational therapy program with the West Los Angeles Veterans Collective helps veterans connect with the water. - The center supports UCLA's rowing and sailing teams, and hosts summer camps and equipment rentals.

- Staff, including acting director Kylie Lausten, emphasize the unique outdoor experience and the joy of seeing people succeed in water sports. The MAC remains a vital space for recreation and community connection, with staff dedicated to fostering a love for the ocean.

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CoolLos AngelesMarina del Reyrecreationwater sportsveteranseducation