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ucalgary active living
update - december 8, 2020
as of sunday, december 13, our fitness centre will be closed for the remainder of the fall semester in accordance with new ahs restrictions. all fall season on-site group fitness programs, aquatic programs, intramural programs, racquet centre and recreational sports will remain cancelled as per the campus restrictions that were instated on november 27. virtual fitness classes will continue as scheduled.
active living statement
update - december 8, 2020
as of sunday, december 13, our fitness centre will be closed for the remainder of the fall semester in accordance with new ahs restrictions. all fall season on-site group fitness programs, aquatic programs, intramural programs, racquet centre and recreational sports will remain cancelled as per the campus restrictions that were instated on november 27. virtual fitness classes will continue as scheduled.
parking update: lot 9 is closed until further notice. please use lot #11 view map sorry for any inconvenience.
our facilities and staff have incorporated new safety guidelines and are now ready to welcome back our community for registered programming. there is currently no drop-in availability for our fitness centre, racquet centre, aquatics centre, gymnasiums, or the climbing/bouldering wall, all visits must be part of a registered program. check out our offerings on the right.
if you have any questions about your facility access or membership status, please visit the faq section. if you would rather work out from your home or office, check out our virtual fitness programs here.
registrations are open
for public, faculty, staff and students
tips for visiting active living
- masks must be worn in common areas of ucalgary. read the mask policy here.
- change rooms and locker rooms are not available. exceptions are made for aquatic centre programs that may access the change rooms (showers are closed).
- drop-in opportunities are not available.
- bring your own water bottle – while you can fill your bottle, water fountains are not available.
- when you register for a program, we will supply you with new safety guidelines. please review them carefully prior to your visit.
we are leading the way to healthy, active living
active living is part of the faculty of kinesiology at the university of calgary. as one of the most diverse recreation providers based on a north american campus, active living combines ucalgary campus recreation, health and wellness programs, youth and community programming.
we operate several recreation facilities on campus: fitness centre, aquatic centre, gymnastics centre, racquet centre, and the climbing and bouldering walls at the outdoor centre. we strive to promote lifelong active living for all.
public
our programs and facilities are operating in a limited capacity at this time.
programs
you don't need a membership to sign up for one of our great programs. from health and fitness to sports activities and kids programs, you might just discover a new interest. current covid-19 restrictions may apply.
facilities
members of the public are welcome to visit the ucalgary aquatic centre, fitness centre, racquet centre, gymnastics centre, climbing and bouldering walls, and olympic oval. current covid-19 restrictions may apply.
memberships
choose one of our affordable membership options for yourself or your family. discounts available for ucalgary alumni, staff and faculty members, as well as seniors. current covid-19 restrictions may apply.
need to speak to the active living client services desk? call 403.220.5029
get into mini university fun year-round
mini university is now offering year-round programming! register now for one of our top-attended programs. registration is limited.
the university of calgary offers some of the best summer camps around. lucky for you, there's no need to wait until summer to get a taste. mini u is has fall and winter programming, and winter break and spring break camps pack all your summer favourites into one week.
experience nature with the outdoor centre
the outdoor centre, part of the faculty of kinesiology and active living at the university of calgary, has been renting gear and teaching outdoor skills to the public for more than 40 years.
find everything you need for your next adventure in one place.
work for us
active living is one of the largest
employers of students on campus.