This Week in Recreation: August 3, 2022

Ice-making starts next week.

With the ammonia-containing ice plant in operation, make sure you know what to do in case of evacuation! When the blue light is flashing and alarm sounds, head to the main lobby and await further instructions.

Early Years Recreation Survey

Help us plan early years programs and our Kidzone childminding schedule for our youngest patrons this fall. Please fill out our survey online or stop by for a paper copy and return to the Customer Service desk.

Early Years Recreation Survey

Triathlon

The Northern Rockies Triathlon is returning August 28! We have options for all ages and fitness levels with a Duathlon also available. Contact us if you are looking for a team. Register online with PerfectMind or call 250-774-2541 ext 1

We are looking for sponsors and volunteers. Let Krista know if you can help! kpearson@northernrockies.ca or call 250-774-2541 ext 2082

Join us for a Teddy Bear Picnic on August 14 from 11:00-1:00!

Come to Art Fraser Park for Scavenger and Treasure Hunt, music, Teddy Bear Parade, face painting and refreshments from IGA!

(Rec Centre in case of rain)

Fall 2022 Leisure Guide Coming Soon!

We are working on our Fall 2022 Leisure Guide! If there are any programs, classes, or events you would like to see or anything you would like to teach please contact us!

Email rec@northernrockies.ca

The Leisure Guide will be available August 26 and registration open August 30 at 6:30am both online and with the Customer Service desk.

Swim Schedule

Featured Events

Aquatic Centre

New summer schedule (as of July 10) Mon, Wed & Fri 6:30am-5:00pm, Tues & Thurs 9am-7pm, weekends 12:30-4:30pm. Note changeroom closures throughout the day.

The pool will close at 4:00pm Aug 9-12 and 16-19 for swim lessons.

Upcoming pool closures: Aug 7, 14

Arenas

The arenas are available for indoor sports from 8:00am-9:00pm. The Primary Arena is set up for basketball and floor hockey.

The Secondary arena will be closed for ice making starting August 8. Public ice times will start Aug 22.

Pickleball is available on the tennis courts at Art Fraser Park.

Climbing Wall

Book a climb slot at least 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellations.

Wednesdays: 4:00, 5:15 or 6:30pm

Sundays: 12:30pm, 1:45pm and 3:00pm (closed on long weekends).

Do you want to Learn to Belay? Let the Customer Service staff know or add your name to the sign up sheet in the climbing wall.

Indoor Track

Open for walking and running during open building hours. Join our Walk To Challenge!

Nowhere Lounge (Closed)

Closed for the season - The Nowhere Lounge is open with Adventure Crew Monday-Friday 1:00-3:30pm. Register early for a reduced rate.

Kidzone Childminding (Closed)

Kidzone is closed for the season. Come see us in September!

Let us know when you require childminding for the fall and help us make a schedule to meet your needs! Email rec@northernrockies.ca

Rotary Playspace

The Rotary Playspace is open daily from 9:00am-8:00pm.

Squash Court

Available for 1 hour bookings 6:30am-7:30pm Monday-Friday and 9:30am-4:30pm Saturday and Sunday. Book your time slot online or with the Customer Service desk.

LAP Information and Application

Leisure Access Program (LAP)

The Leisure Access Program (LAP) provides fee reductions for people in need in the community, including new eligibility for those with disabilities.

Click the links below for more information on each programs.

Persons with Disabilities LAP Application

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