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SPRING/SUMMER 2019
Recreation & fitness
GUIDE
Recreation
& Fitness
Activities
for Every Age
& Skill Level
Spring/Summer
Program Registration
NOW OPEN
Welcome
Spring and summer bring green spaces and longer days
to play and be active outdoors. It’s a great time to enjoy
more recreation and fitness activities in St. Albert’s
plentiful parks and trails.
One of the best ways to improve your health, mood,
quality of life and community is to be active. The City
of St. Albert’s recreation and parks department plays
a major role in creating and delivering recreation and
fitness activities to help shape and strengthen your life.
In this issue, you’ll find ideas that are no cost, low cost,
or fee-based to keep active, healthy and happy. Take
a stroll through what an active day could include for
families, youth and seniors.
You’ll find information on the numerous spring and
summer registered programs and summer camps.
There’s information on new programs like the yoga
workshop for you and your teenager and Stag(Ette)
Sweat where bridal parties choreograph any song
to dance to at the wedding. There are also many
spontaneous activities that don’t require any
pre-planning or registration.
If you’re planning a birthday party, looking for ideas
to stay active on rainy days, or wanting to book space,
there is information on the City’s indoor recreation
facilities as well.
With hundreds of registered programs and drop-in
classes, more than 99 kilometers of trails, over 110
parks and 77 playgrounds throughout the city, there
truly is something for everyone.
Tell us what you think
It’s time to get out exploring and We’d like to know what
discovering parks, trails and new you think about this
activities! Take pictures or videos guide. Please email us at
and share on social media with rpquestions@stalbert.ca with
#activeStAlbert your thoughts.
2 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.
Contents
June is Recreation &
Parks Month 4
Admission and
Memberships 5 Dog Parks & On/Off
Leash 20
Registered Programs
6 Active Agers/Seniors
22
Drop-In Schedules
24
Family Time
10
Summer Camps
for all interests 12 Community Programs
27
Youth on the Move
14
Facility Information
28
Facility Rentals
30
On the Trails
16 Thank you to our
Sponsors 31
Parks & Playgrounds
18
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 3
Did you know that June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM)?
It’s a month-long celebration of all the great recreation options Join Summer Solstice
that St. Albert has to offer. Residents and visitors are invited to Yoga with a donation
celebrate the kick-off to summer by participating in the wide for the St. Albert Food
variety of recreation opportunities available through the City’s Bank. Bring water, a mat,
parks, trails, recreation facilities, programs and services. Some sunscreen, and your
ideas to celebrate JRPM: yoga energy! The event
• Play baseball, soccer, football, or rugby with friends in our will be moved inside
sports fields. if there are adverse
weather conditions.
• Play tag, hop scotch, jump rope, Frisbee, hula hoop at one
Check the exact date,
of the many community parks and playgrounds.
time and location on
• Play basketball, ball hockey, tennis or pickleball at the sport the event calendar at
court and tarmac areas. servusplace.ca
• Bring the kids for splashing fun at the Woodlands Water
Play Park presented by RE/MAX, or chill out and cool off at PRESENTED BY TRUE NORTH HEATING AND COOLING
Grosvenor Outdoor Pool.
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• Connect with nature by running, walking, biking, scooting or CA
N A D A D AY
Canada DAY with Us!
inline skating along the Red Willow Trail or float and paddle
along the Sturgeon River. 11 AM – 5 PM
• At Fountain Park Recreation Centre, you can play outdoor Concert, inflatables, games,
activities and more fun at Riel
tennis, pop into the multipurpose court for squash, racquet Recreation Park
ball or walleyball, or drop-in to leisure swimming.
• At Servus Place, play all day in the Landrex Water Play 7 – 10:30 PM
Centre, run/walk the indoor track, play basketball in the Concert in front of St. Albert Place
community gym, workout in the Tailor Made Insurance
Fitness and Wellness Centre, and more! 11 PM
June is also Bike Month and the City of St. Albert will provide Fireworks at Mission Park
free bicycle tune ups for riders. Locations and times are
available stalbert.ca. stalbert.ca/Canada-day
4 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.
ADMISSION AND MEMBERSHIPS
There are many ways to keep your active lifestyle a priority – daily admission, multi-pass for
10 admissions, monthly memberships or annual memberships.
SERVUS CREDIT UNION PLACE FOUNTAIN PARK RECREATION CENTRE
Multi-Purpose Recreation and Fitness Aquatics
All-in-one access to aquatics, fitness and Splash into an annual membership at Fountain
recreation opportunities with an annual Park Recreation Centre (see page 30 for
membership to Servus Place includes: facility amenities).
• 12 months for the price of 10. Visit stalbert.ca/rec to learn all the details and
• Admission to the facility (see page 28 for fees for children, youth, student, adult, senior,
facility amenities). family and corporate memberships. See pages
28-29 for full facility information.
• Admission to Fountain Park Recreation
Centre and Grosvenor Outdoor Pool.
• 15% discount on all registered programs
and fitness services at Servus Place
(except swimming lessons).
• 15% discount on child-minding punch
passes.
ALL ACCESS
• Advanced program registration including
aquatics programs (one week early).
SUMMER
PASS
• Four complimentary play-for-a-day guest
passes per year, per membership.
• Access to participate in over 50 drop-in
programs and activities a week. You’ll gain unlimited access to Servus
• Access to spontaneous play areas on a first- Place, Fountain Park Recreation Centre and
come, first-served basis (day lockers are Grosvenor Outdoor Pool throughout those
available). hot summer months from June 15 - Sept 2.
• Use of athletic equipment including
volleyballs, basketballs, badminton rackets, Available at Servus Place and Fountain
sticks, pickleball and ping pong. Park Recreation Centre starting June 1.
Please visit servusplace.ca for costs.
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 5
REGISTERED PROGRAMS
Detailed program descriptions, dates, times REGISTERED PROGRAMS
and costs are found online at stalbert.ca/rec
where you can browse all registered programs
and camps or view the online program guides.
AQUATICS
Stay active with swimming classes, aquatics
Registration for spring programs and education programs, water fitness and play for
all ages.
summer camps is open and programs are
filling up quickly. Register today! PRESCHOOL LESSONS:
Swimming lessons for ages six months to
Registered Programs Summer Fall five years. Splash together or let your little
View online May 8 July 17 swimmer learn with one of our instructors.
Early registration CHILDREN’S LESSONS:
opens May 15 July 24 Swimming lessons for children from six to 11
General registration years old. With beginner to advanced lessons
opens May 22 July 31 they’ll learn everything from safe entry into the
water, floats, stroke development and diving.
ADULT LESSONS:
Start with the basics of floating, gliding and
kicking then move onto exploring interval
training and stroke drills.
LEADERSHIP AND CERTIFICATION TRAINING:
Check out programs related to Standard First
Aid, CPR and Bronze lifesaving courses as well
as babysitting camps and preschool swimming
WE’RE HERE FOR YOU! instructor courses.
Meet Waleed, swim instructor at PRIVATE OR SPECIAL NEEDS LESSONS:
Fountain Park Recreation Centre, who Individualized lessons are a great option to
helps hundreds of young swimmers develop swimming skills through personalized
learn new skills each year. coaching, whether to finish specific items from
a lesson or for those living with a disability.
6 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.
REGISTERED PROGRAMS
RECREATION
Instill healthy habits early by keeping
kids active with parented and unparented
recreation options.
PRESCHOOL PARENTED:
Come play and socialize with your child and
fellow parents while participating in crafts,
songs, games, activities and yoga! Perfect for
ages 18 months – three years old.
PRESCHOOL UNPARENTED:
With everything from learning to cook, exploring
nature and gaining confidence in the classroom
– there’s something for every preschooler.
They’ll create crafts, sing songs and develop
fundamental movement skills through active
play and games.
CHILDREN’S:
NEW Animal Crackers - A learn to cook Book your child in for an unparented yoga
workshop, cooking class, or one of our Friday
program for your preschooler. The class starts
Fun Nights! Children will use their imaginations
with a story that will set the theme for the day.
and have fun while building their independence.
Kids will find out what happens when you “Give
a Moose a Muffin” or “Give a Pig a Pancake.” NEW Just Desserts - This class is for those
whose weapons of choice in the kitchen
are a whisk and palette knife! Each week,
participants will learn how to whip up a
different dessert from scratch.
WORKSHOPS:
A series of workshops for the early childhood
practitioner hosted by the St. Albert Early
Childhood Coalition.
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 7
REGISTERED PROGRAMS
FITNESS
WORKSHOPS:
If you’re looking to try something new but
don’t want to commit to a full program check
out everything from Pilates, dance, mobility,
myofascial release, yoga and Olympic GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING:
weightlifting. Group personal training provides a great
NEW Yoga for Parent and Teen Workshop social environment where friends can assist
Pre-teens alongside a parent will flow in style in motivating each other to achieve individual
together in this Friday night yoga class. No goals.
previous yoga experience necessary in this fun SPORTS TEAM DRYLAND TRAINING:
and gentle introduction to yoga. Children eight Get your team ready for the demands of the
years to 13 are welcome to join their parent. sport. This service includes sports specific
fitness assessments at the beginning and
Fitness Services end of the sessions and injury prevention
STARTER PACKAGE: education program. Sixty and 90-minute
sessions available.
Whether you are brand new to fitness or are
looking to get back into a routine at the gym, NEW STAG(ETTE) SWEAT:
the “Starter Package” is a great way to get Want to have a blast and get a workout during
going! It includes three one-hour sessions with your stag or stagette? Or maybe you’d like
a personal trainer that will help you develop to put together a surprise wedding dance.
knowledge and confidence in the gym. The instructor will take your group through
a choreographed dance routine set to the
PERSONAL TRAINING: music of your choice. Bookable on Saturdays
Work one-on-one with a personal trainer to for two hours.
help achieve your long-term fitness goals.
Staff will motivate and support you to remain
committed to your fitness program. Share your pictures or videos
on social media with
#activeStAlbert
8 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.
REGISTERED PROGRAMS
FITNESS These are just a few samples
of what’s offered. For complete
information of all programs,
please visit stalbert.ca/rec.
Whether you’re just getting back into fitness SPIN:
or are an advanced athlete, we have the Get your heart rate up with our variety of
class that’s right for you. spin classes with something for beginner to
advanced fitness levels.
PRENATAL AND POSTNATAL: NEW Triple Threat - Incorporate spin bikes,
Stay strong and healthy throughout your rowers, stairs and other tools to bring out the
pregnancy and after in a setting that suits you. “you” that you didn’t know you had!
YOUTH: WORK ON YOUR FITNESS – OUTDOORS:
Learn the basics of gym etiquette or take on Soak up some vitamin D and get a good
the challenge of Thai boxing, yoga or even workout in while trying the outdoor fitness
spin. Designed for ages 12-17. equipment. The circuits at Lacombe Park
West and Lions Park are great for any fitness
MIND-BODY: level and work on upper body, lower body and
Transform your mind and body with beginner cardiovascular strength.
to advanced yoga and Pilates practices. Focus Incorporate a workout series into your next trail
on form, release tightness, challenge your walk. Full details on how to use each piece of
endurance, improve joint mobility and learn equipment can be found at stalbert.ca/rec
mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
SPECIALIZED:
Build muscle, break through plateaus, dance
your heart out or learn to take time to recover.
NEW Zumba Strong - Not your typical
dance moves here. It’s a strength training
party perfect for all fitness levels.You will
incorporate bodyweight exercises along with
some dance inspired transitions.
For registered seniors programs,
see pages 22 and 23
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 9
Family Time
When you think of summer you think of laughter,
playfulness, soft grass, a warm breeze, barbecuing
and lounging in the sun.
If you’re wondering what’s new or different for you
and your family to try, this guide has you covered.
Below are just a few ideas for how you and the family
can play and soak in all that summer has to offer.
LIONS PARK
Lions Park is a hub for family
picnics. A large picnic shelter
for groups is available to
reserve or you can drop-in to
one of the many picnic table
and fire pit sites. A playground,
open field and outdoor fitness
equipment are nearby for fun
activities like tag, hide-and-
seek, catch and more!
WOODLANDS WATER PLAY PARK
The Woodlands Water Play Park presented by
RE/MAX may just be one of the best family spots
to let a summer day breeze by. The spray park has
over 20 spray features, a dry playground nearby and
trails galore that make for endless exploring and
shenanigans!
“ It’s a great way to be outside and enjoy the
weather plus the kids have a blast playing
”
in the water.
10 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.GROSVENOR OUTDOOR POOL
Dreaming of lounging, ice cream,
diving board fun and a poolside
picnic? Look no further than
Grosvenor Outdoor Pool! The
pool has been a community hot
spot for over 50 years and is
where you and the family can
swim the day away.
RED WILLOW TRAIL SYSTEM
The almost endless Red Willow
Trail System runs through the heart
of St. Albert and connects to many
beautiful parks and recreational
facilities. Whether you want to
explore the serenity of the Grey
Nuns White Spruce Park or bike to
Fountain Park Recreation Centre,
the trails will take you there; scenic
route guaranteed!
BE PREPARED
When enjoying a day with the
family, remember to pack Share your pictures
nutritious snacks, water, or videos on
sunscreen and bug spray to social media with
stay energized and protected!
#activeStAlbert
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 11SUMMER CAMPS
KEEP THEM HEALTHY AND ACTIVE ALL SUMMER LONG.
There’s a camp for all ages and interests from arts and crafts to splashing in the Landrex Water
Play Centre, fun with science or cooking up a storm or playing a favourite sport with new friends.
Servus Place’s popular cooking camps allow kids to cook everyday and learn the importance of
eating healthy foods as they chop, cut, whisk and dice away. Enrol early as these camps fill up fast!
PRESCHOOL ½ DAY:
These half-day camps are perfect for your preschooler to explore, play, make crafts sing and
more! Campers need a nutritious snack and must be independent in the bathroom.
NEW Community Helpers - Does your little one want to learn more about the our community?
In this camp, they learn about community awareness and people that make our community
such a great place to live. We may even take a ride on St. Albert Transit!
MEET CONNOR, A SUMMER CAMP RECREATION LEADER
AT SERVUS PLACE
Cooking camps have been his favourite since he first came
to camp as a child. Now he teaches children to make dishes
like breakfast bites and spring rolls.
“I have a lot of fun when I’m here. I like helping out and
working with the kids,” says Connor. “The kids helped
me realize that I want to be a teacher.”
12 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.These are just a few samples of what’s offered. For complete
information of all camps, please visit stalbert.ca/rec.
PRESCHOOLERS 5 TO 7:
These ¾ day camps will be a blast for your early elementary
child. Campers have tons of fun making crafts, jumping around
in the bouncy castles, and playing games in and around
Servus Place.
NEW Summer Olympics - Channel your inner Olympian and try
different sports and games that will get you active!
CHILDREN 6 TO 9:
Campers will enjoy a variety of sports, games, swimming, and
other fun activities. MEET RYLEY, THE
NEW SPART Camp - We’re mixing it up and throwing together SUMMER CAMPS
some sports and art for this SPART camp! Campers spend part INCLUSION COORDINATOR
of their day playing sports and games, and the rest of their day He makes sure camps
spent using different mediums to create pieces of art. are inclusive for all
campers by focusing on
CHILDREN 9 TO 12: accommodations. During the
These camps help kids build skills and creativity in fun, registration process, parents
interactive environments. can include any special
NEW Wizardry For Muggles - You don’t have to run through a requirements their child
brick wall at platform 9¾ to sign up for this camp right out of needs and he will ensure that
Hogwarts itself. Test your fate with the sorting hat, create your the summer camp leaders
own wand, play quidditch, attend classes such as Potions, are prepared.
Herbology, and Defense Against the Dark Arts, and more while This could be for campers
earning points for your house. with disabilities, behavioural
needs, dietary restrictions/
allergies, cultural needs,
YOUTH 13 TO 17: language barriers, or gender
These camps are perfect for youth who want to get involved
and sexual minorities.
as a Leader in Training or stay active with different fitness
experiences. It’s about making sure every
child in our summer camps is
accommodated and included
PRE- AND POST-CARE: to the best of our ability,”
Pre- and post-care is available for campers at Servus Place and says Ryley. “We want to
offers children a variety of activities including quiet activities, provide the extra support so
board games, stories and arts and crafts. that all kids coming to our
Post-care is only available for full-day and afternoon preschool camps feel included and able
camps from 4-5 p.m. Pre-care is only available for full-day, 3/4 to participate.”
day, and morning preschool camps.
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 13Youth on the Move
Turn your teen’s energy into excitement with Many of the things that youth can do around
all the fun things they can do in St. Albert’s the city are available to them at no cost and
parks and trails and through the City’s need no registrations.
registered and drop-in programs. St. Albert’s trail system is perfect for youth to
There are many programs designed to get ride their bikes, skateboards, scooters and for
your teenager active and engaged in learning running and exploring with friends. Check out
new skills and socializing with friends. the BMX Park and the Woodlands Skateboard
Park along St. Albert’s Red Willow Trail System.
OUTDOOR
ACTIVITIES
IN ST. ALBERT
Walking your dog,
running or rollerblading
In the Red Willow Trail System
Rugby, soccer,
biking and more
at Riel Recreation Park
Skateboarding, splashing
and spiking
at Woodlands Water
Play Park
Biking
at St. Albert BMX Park
Practice Track and Field
at Fowler Athletic Park
14 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.The BMX Park requires a membership to participate in
local racing and open track nights. Visit stalbertbmx.com
for details.
At the skateboard park riders make their way down
the ramp fakie and kickflip up into the funbox! While
skateboards are the most common ways to enjoy the
park, inline skates, scooters and bikes are all allowed.
The beach volleyball court near Woodlands Water Play
Park is available for a quick match with friends. Just ask
the attendants for the net and ball.
The Fowler Athletic Park is open to
anyone to who’d like to go for a run
or to practice track and field events.
The track is also prime for runners
training for endurance and short and
long distance events.
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or videos on
social media with
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There are many different outdoor and indoor sports
courts around the city to play tennis or pickleball, which
is fun for all ages.
If your teen is curious and likes to play strategy
games, then geocaching may be for them. Geocaching
is a popular treasure hunting pastime with many
opportunities for geocachers in and around St. Albert’s
trails and parks. Check out geocaching.com to learn more.
During raining days, your teens can
move indoors and burn off energy
in the pool and gymnasium drop-in
courts.
Check out all the activities online
at stalbert.ca
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 15on the Trails
The City of St. Albert is proud to be the Botanical Arts City and has an abundance of ways
to cultivate the most out of life and the outdoors. Our trails, parks, and the natural areas
surrounding them have never ending possibilities to explore and discover mother nature.
The Red Willow Trail System stretches down the river valley connecting to the City’s major parks.
Criss-cross over and under the bridges along the river valley and stop to enjoy the views at the
Children’s Bridge and Trestle Bridge. Or enjoy a leisurely cruise through Braeside and Forest
Lawn Ravine. You can loop, curl, and weave in all different directions and locations throughout
the City! These trails are the best way to see all that nature in St. Albert has to offer.
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Take a tour on your bike, rollerblades, scooter, or go for a
walk or run. Bike tune up stations are located at St. Albert
Place and the Woodlands Skateboard Park, which also
includes a skateboard repair station. The stations include
an air pump and various tools, so you can fix a flat or tighten
a bolt and get back to your play!
If you are looking for new ways to explore trails and want to meet new friends, think about
joining the St. Albert Trekkers Volkssport Club. The club has 148 active members and they
organize event walks, guided walks and permanent trail events in St. Albert and the surrounding
area. Learn more at walkalberta.ca.
Curious about the history of St. Albert? Step back in time and learn about the rich culture and
history that shaped our community on the Founders’ Walk. Walk from the clock tower to the
Healing Garden to Father Lacombe Chapel and over to the Grain Elevator Park. Along the way
are informational plaques about neat history of each landmark. Learn more and download a
map of the Founders’ Walk at stalbert.ca/founders-walk.
16 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.Check out all the trails within the City of St. Albert on the map below. Whether it’s a leisure
two kilometre route around a neighbourhood or a 23 kilometre route around the entire City,
just step outside and find your favourite loop. The map is also available online at
stalbert.ca/rec/parks/trails/
TRAIL ETIQUETTE
Remember the following rules and lead by example so the trails are safe and enjoyable for everyone:
• Keep to the right of the trail except when passing or turning left and move off the trail to the
right when stopping.
• Exercise caution: Warn others when passing – ring your bell or call out. Be aware of proper
breaking techniques.
• Yield to slower moving traffic: cyclists to pedestrians, joggers to walkers. Move off to the right
side of the trail for less mobile users.
• Leash your dog on all trails.
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 17PARKS &
PLAYGROUNDS
The City of St. Albert is known for its parks and green
spaces. With 80,000 trees and 1,370 acres of designated
parkland there is no shortage of places to escape the
every day bustle to exercise, play or relax amongst natural
surroundings.
Whether seeking a place for quiet reflection, picnics, play,
exercise on outdoor sports courts or participate in team
sports, with 112 parks and 77 playgrounds, you have
options around every corner of the City.
The City’s major parks include Riel Recreation Park,
Lacombe Lake Park, Lions Park, Red Willow Park,
Woodlands Park and Kingswood Park. A number of
community playgrounds exist in the City like Gordon Park playground with
a nature and animal theme. At Lions Park, Lafleur Park, and Leveque Park,
you’ll find outdoor fitness equipment so a full body workout is possible in the
great outdoors!
You can find equipment like a leg press, pull up bar, captain’s chair, balance
board and more! The equipment pieces are low-impact, so they are great
for all fitness levels and abilities and work on upper body, lower body, and
cardio strength. Learn more about the fitness circuits and watch tutorial
videos on how to use the equipment at stalbert.ca.
Drop-in kids programs right in
your neighbourhood!
The Cruisin’ Clubhouse and the Imagination Stationwagon
bring drop-in programs for your kids right to your
neighbourhood for no cost throughout the summer. Visit
servusplace.ca for locations and times.
18 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.Natural Areas FOR MORE RUGGED ADVENTURES Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in towering trees, songbirds, local wildlife, and tranquility. These areas make wonderful locations for hiking, countryside picnics, bird and wildlife watching and nature education. Your dreams can take flight at the Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park where you will find Big Lake and a unique wetland ecosystem at the John E. Poole Interpretive Wetland. More than 235 bird species have been recorded in the area including trumpeter swans, bald eagles, pelicans and more. The park and lands surrounding it are an important habitat for moose, beavers, porcupines, and many kinds of fish and insect species. The park is bustling with wildlife activity in the spring and summer, so make sure to pack binoculars and your camera when you visit. The Grey Nuns White Spruce Forest is an ecologically and historically significant area. This designated Municipal Historic Resource is the home of many trees that are well over 100 years old, and which provide a habitat for a variety of birds, mammals, plants, and amphibians. Riverlot 56 is a natural area with two and three kilometre loop trails for hikers and bird watchers. The area contains upland aspen forests, streambed communities and open meadows which provide habitat for several wildlife species. Running through St. Albert is the Sturgeon River which is a great spot for kayaking and canoeing. The calm water makes it great for all experience levels. Access to the river is easy with a boat dock located just behind the Big Lake Environment Support Society (BLESS) Shelter at Rotary Park. St. Albert Canoe and Kayak Club provides youth and adult lessons for those wanting to learn the sport of kayaking in a safe and fun environment! Learn more at sackc.com More information is available at stalbert.ca City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 19
Dog Parks &
On/Off Leash
THE PAWSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS FOR
FIDO TO PLAY AND EXPLORE!
Lacombe Lake Dog Park and Dodger Dog Park
are large, off-leash areas designed specifically
for dogs. Other off-leash areas include various
designated neighbourhood parks and outdoor
rinks in the summer when not in use for
organized sporting activities, scheduled and
authorized by the City.
Your pup can play fetch, socialize with other
dogs, explore in nature, run to their hearts
2
content and more! It’s also a great chance
for pet owners in the community to meet and
connect.
Dog Parks 27
Off-Leash
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SEVENTH ANNUAL POOP-A-THON!
Help clean up the Lacombe Lake Dog
Park with Tudor Glen Veterinary Hospital
on April 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
20 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.DOG WALKING ETIQUETTE
• Dogs must be licensed and remain under the owner’s
control (voice, sound or sight commands).
• Dog-walkers must carry a leash at all times. Leashes
must be used on or within one metre of trails in all areas,
including off-leash.
• Dogs must be on-leash if a regularly organized sporting
activity is taking place within a designated off-leash area.
• Dogs are not allowed in playground areas.
• Please pick up after your pet.
CITY OF ST. ALBERT DOG PARKS
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 21Active Agers/SENIORS
With healthy aging, it is important to have movement and activities in your life that add fluidity
and ease to everyday living. There are many gentle and safe activities for active seniors where
they can exercise, laugh with friends, and feel ageless.
TRAILS
Walking is essential to a healthy body and there are lots
of great walking trails in St. Albert. Popular trails near
St. Albert Place have some great features you can
combine with your walk, including:
• Low-impact outdoor fitness equipment at Lions Park
near the Trestle Bridge.
• Stunning views that overlook the Sturgeon River from
the red Children’s Bridge.
• Benches and picnic tables under beautiful towering,
mature trees.
• A rose garden for you to stop and smell.
• Close to downtown St. Albert, which is full of neat
boutiques, coffee shops and restaurants, to take
a break from the heat.
ST. ALBERT BOTANIC PARK
Dreaming of a garden oasis to get lost in? The five-acre St. Albert
Botanic Park is open from sunrise to sunset from the spring to the
fall. Enjoy beautiful blooms of all different varieties as you stroll
through the peaceful grounds. Displays of roses, lilies, dahlias,
lilacs, peonies, flowering trees and more can be enjoyed. The park
is run by many dedicated volunteers and has great opportunities
for active agers to volunteer in the community. Learn more at
stalbertbotanicpark.com.
OUTDOORS
Quick glimpses of a bluejay or flicker can turn into lasting memories with bird watching at Big
Lake, the Grey Nuns White Spruce Park and other parks.
Have you heard of the fun sport of pickleball. This is another great activity for the active aging
group. With six courts at Larose Park and 12 courts at Alpine Park, there are lots of great
opportunities to try out this sport or create a team for weekly games.
22 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.SERVUS PLACE
If it is too hot or raining outside, the Christenson
Developments Track and Training Centre has a 270
metre track for walking or jogging. Spend a leisurely
afternoon going for a stroll with friends, then indulge
in a coffee, dessert, snack or meal at Skybox Grill,
Starbucks, and Booster Juice. New this spring, the
Walk This Way program offers participants professional
training on how to make the most of the track.
Every third Wednesday of the month until June is Swiss
Chalet Seniors’ Day at Servus Place! Tables and chairs
are set up on the second floor mezzanine where you can
enjoy snacks, refreshments, and good conversations
with friends from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Registered seniors’ programs are offered at Servus
Place where you can build mobility in your joints, combat
the effects of Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s Disease,
improve flexibility and so much more through yoga,
cardio exercises and weight training.
AQUATICS
Fountain Park Recreation Centre and the Landrex Water
Visit stalbert.ca/rec for Play Centre at Servus Place offer drop-in aquatic fitness
all registered programs classes that are low-impact and provide an energizing
information, dates, times, workout.
locations and costs. “Aquafit classes provide a comfortable, safe workout
environment for active agers. The water cushions the
joints, keeps the heart rate low, and provides resistance
in all directions of movement while gently massaging the
muscles to prevent post-workout stiffness” says Tracey
Stefanyk, Aquatic Fitness Class Instructor. “Aquafit
classes can also provide social connections for seniors
who may otherwise feel isolated.” View the drop-in
schedules on pages 24, 25 and 26.
The City of St. Albert is proud to offer a diversity of
active aging opportunities where you can enjoy ageless
activities with friends. We hope you find an activity that
suits your lifestyle and brings you joy!
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 23DROP-IN SCHEDULE
Meet new friends and try out different workouts in a drop-in fitness class at Servus Place.
Or take the whole family for a swim at Fountain Park Recreation Centre. Drop-in classes
are offered daily and are a great alternative for when you can’t commit to a team or regular
schedule.
For the most up-to-date schedule visit stalbert.ca/rec, or call 780-418-6088. Membership
or drop-in/daily admission is required. Schedules are subject to change without notice.
Drop-In Fitness Schedule at Servus Credit Union Place
SUNDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY
Spin & Stairs 8–9 a.m. Power Sculpt 6–6:45 a.m. Splash 9–10 a.m.
Bootcamp 9:30–10:30 a.m. Warm Water Workout for Older Groov’in 9:15–10:15 a.m.
Zumba 9:30–10:30 a.m. Adults 9–10 a.m. Turbo Tabata 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Spin 10:45–11:45 a.m. Spark 9:15–10:15 a.m. Bosu Core Strength
Strength Wave 10:30–11:30 a.m. Forever Groovin’ for Older Adults 10:45–11:30 a.m.
9:15–10:15 a.m. Zumba 5:30–6:30 p.m.
MONDAY Spin 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Aqua HIIT 8–8:45 a.m. Flow 10:30–11:30 a.m. SATURDAY
Warm Water HIIT for Older Adults Drop-In Stroller Bootcamp Flow 8:15–9:15 a.m.
9–10 a.m. 10:45–11:45 a.m. Power Step 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Spin 9:30–10:30 a.m. Barre Fusion 12:15–12:45 p.m. Spin 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Flow 10:30–11:30 a.m. Zumba 5:45–6:45 p.m.
Rock Bottom 12:15–12:45 p.m. Meta Muscle 5:45–6:45 p.m.
Crossfire Bootcamp Myofascial RX 7–8 p.m.
5:45–6:45 p.m. Spin & Stairs 7–8 p.m.
Spin 6–7 p.m.
Flow 7:15–8:15 p.m. THURSDAY
Pure Strength 9:15–10:15 a.m.
TUESDAY Spin 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Myofascial Rx 8–8:45 a.m. Forever Fit for Older Adults
Pure Strength 9:15–10:15 a.m. 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Interval Circuit 9:30–10:30 a.m. Myofascial Rx 12:05–1 p.m.
Forever Strong for Older Adults Chisel’d 5:45–6:45 p.m.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Spin 6–7 p.m.
Spin 12–12:45 p.m. Resilience 7–8 p.m.
Flow 1–2 p.m.
Power Step 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Chisel’d 7–8 p.m.
24 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.Drop-In Recreation Schedule at Servus
Credit Union Place - Gymnasium and Turf Drop-In Recreation Schedule at Servus
Credit Union Place - Ice
Ron Hodgson Children’s Playground - Open
daily 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Ron Hodgson Leisure Ice - Open daily
Drop-in Basketball - Open daily during all 8 a.m.–9 p.m.
facility hours
MONDAY
SUNDAY 50+ Shinny Hockey 9:30–11 a.m.
Parent and Tot Gym 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Family Public Skating 11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Badminton 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Family Soccer 1:30–3:30 p.m. TUESDAY
Volleyball 6:30–8:30 p.m. 50+ Shinny Hockey 9:30 a.m.–11 a.m.
65+ Shinny Hockey 10:15 a.m.–12 p.m.
MONDAY 18+ Adult Shinny Hockey 10–11:30 p.m.
Family Pickleball 5:30–10 a.m.
Parent and Tot Gym 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY
Family Pickleball 3:30–6 p.m. 60+ Shinny Hockey 10–11:30 a.m.
Badminton 6:30–8:30 p.m. 18+ Adult Shinny Hockey 11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Family Public Skating 6:30–7:45 p.m.
TUESDAY
Parent and Tot Gym 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. THURSDAY
Family Pickleball 3:30–6 p.m. 50+ Shinny Hockey 9:30 a.m.–11 a.m.
Volleyball 6:30–8:30 p.m. 18+ Adult Shinny Hockey 10–11:30 p.m.
16+ Co-Ed Soccer 9:30–10:30 p.m.
FRIDAY
WEDNESDAY 60+ Shinny Hockey 10–11 a.m.
Parent and Tot Gym 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18+ Adult Shinny Hockey 11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Swiss Chalet Presents Senior’s Day
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. (Every third Wed. from SATURDAY
September to June) Family Public Skating 12:30–2 p.m.
Pickleball Shinny 3–5 p.m. 18+ Adult Shinny Hockey 10–11:30 p.m.
Badminton 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Cancelled dates and locations are not listed.
THURSDAY Please check stalbert.ca/rec, download the
Ladies Volleyball 10–11:30 a.m.
Family Pickleball 3:30–6 p.m. app or call 780-418-6088 for details.
Youth Night 7–8 p.m.
16+ Co-Ed Soccer 9:30–10:30 p.m.
FRIDAY
Family Pickleball 5:30–10 a.m.
Parent and Tot Gym 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Pickleball Shinny 3–5 p.m.
16+ Co-Ed Soccer 9:30–10:30 p.m.
SATURDAY
Family Pickleball 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Badminton 6:30–8:30 p.m.
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 25Drop-In Aquatics Schedule at Fountain Park Recreation Centre
Cancelled dates are not listed. Please check stalbert.ca/rec or call 780-459-1553 for details.
LANE SWIM PUBLIC SWIM
Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Monday 8–9 p.m.
Saturday 6 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Sunday 7 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Wednesday 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Friday 7:30–9 p.m.
WAKE UP WORKOUT Saturday 3–5 p.m. and 7:15–8:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday 6–6:45 a.m. Sunday 2–4 p.m. and 7–8:30 p.m.
FIT FOR LIFE TEEN SWIM
Monday-Friday 6:50–7:50 a.m. Friday 9–10 p.m.
50+ CLUB ADULT SWIM
Monday-Friday 8–9 a.m. Monday-Thursday 9–10 p.m.
DEEP WATER RENTAL TIME
Monday-Friday 9:30–10:30 a.m. Sunday 4–6 p.m.
Monday-Thursday 7–8 p.m.
Saturday 7–8 a.m.
SHALLOW WATER
Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday 8:15–9:15 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30–9:30 p.m.
FITNESS CONDITIONING
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8–9 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday 8–9 a.m.
Sunday 9–10 a.m.
PRE-SCHOOL PLUNGE
Monday-Friday 7–9 a.m.
Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Monday 3–4 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday 3–3:30 p.m.
Information on all
FAMILY SWIM summer break
Monday 7–8 p.m.
Saturday 1–3 p.m. activities at
Sunday *7–11 a.m. and 6–7 p.m.
servusplace.ca
26 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.Community
Programs
The City of St. Albert Recreation and Parks department
happily supports a wide variety of local service clubs and
sports organizations to help them develop and maintain
healthy, self-sustaining organizations.
Over 70 different community groups provide programs and
services to compliment the overall recreation and sport
activities offered in the community. There is something for
everyone from slow pitch and triathlon to BLESS and
the Junior Forest Wardens.
Community organization that deliver recreation programs in the spring and summer include:
SPORTS COMMUNITY GROUPS
Crude Lacrosse St. Albert Canoe Kayak St. Albert Rugby Football St. Albert Trekkers
Club Club Volkssport Club
Dynamyx Gymnastics
Club St. Albert Curling Club St. Albert Sailfish Swim Girl Guides of Canada
Club
Excel Synchronized St. Albert Gymnastics Scouts Canada
Swimming Club Club St. Albert Skating
Centre St. Albert Botanic Park
Fastball St. Albert St. Albert Junior Forest
Wardens St. Albert Soccer St. Albert Canadian
Gators Triathlon Club Association Army Cadet Corps
St. Albert Minor
Miner’s Lacrosse Baseball Association St. Albert Special St. Albert & District
Olympics Garden Club
Olympian Swim Club St. Albert Minor Football
St. Albert Recreation Association St. Albert Tennis Club
Badminton Club St. Albert Rams St. Albert Track and
St. Albert Bike Lacrosse Field Club
Association St. Albert Roadrunners
St. Albert BMX & Triathlon Club
Association
The full list of community organizations the City works with can be found at stalbert.ca/recgroups.
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 27Facility Information
SERVUS CREDIT UNION PLACE Services:
• Go Auto Arena (performance arena), Mark • Active Physio Works
Messier Arena and Troy Murray Arena: • Booster Juice
NHL-sized ice arenas. • Skybox Grill
• Landrex Water Play Centre: hot tub, lazy river, • Source for Sports
lane swimming, leisure pool, water slides,
sauna and steam room. • Starbucks
• Tailor Made Insurance Fitness and Wellness Contact Information
Centre: state-of-the-art Technogym • Email: spquestions@stalbert.ca
equipment, a large free weight area and • Phone: 780-418-6088
plenty of space to stretch and cool down. • Fax: 780-459-2750
• Christenson Developments Track and Training • Location: 400 Campbell Road
Centre: 270m of indoor track with corner
Hours
spaces to train and stretch.
• Monday - Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
• Sarasota Field House and Tudor Veterinary
• Saturday: 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Hospital Field House: indoor soccer, lacrosse,
trade shows and more. • Sunday and Holidays: 6:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
• Community Gymnasium is three courts in one! • Landrex Water Play Centre:
Basketball, volleyball, pickleball, badminton Monday – Sunday: 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
or floor hockey – this gymnasium offers it all. • For all hours and contact information, visit
• Ron Hodgson Children’s Playground: slide, stalbert.ca/rec
climb and play together!
• Ron Hodgson Leisure Ice: intimate, fun
atmosphere to experience the magic
of skating!
• Mind and Body Studio: calm and relaxing
atmosphere where one can focus on
connections of mind to body, deep
breathing techniques and self-care. The
studio is home to a variety of yoga, Pilates
and kinesis programs, as well as classes
for our special populations.
• Reliance the Furnace Company Community Room,
the MaxWell Realty Boardroom and other
multipurpose rooms are available to rent for
your next party, meeting, reception or class.
28 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.FOUNTAIN PARK RECREATION CENTRE AKINSDALE AND KINEX ARENAS
• St. Albert Dodge Leisure Pool: water jets, • The Akinsdale and Kinex Arenas offer indoor
sprays, slide, diving board and climbing wall ice and dry floor surfaces, perfect for public
• Competition pool: up to eight, 25 meter lanes. skating, figure skating, ice hockey, ball
hockey, roller hockey or lacrosse.
• Small pool: warm water for little ones
to splash, play and learn how to swim. Contact Information
• Phone: 780-418-6088
• Waterslide: twist, turn and curve your
way down, before ending up in the long • Location: 66 Hebert Road
splashdown channel.
• Climbing wall: scale, climb and splash
back down.
• Whirlpool, sauna and steam room: take
a break, relax your muscles from head
to toe and allow your mind to unwind.
• Preschool playground and classroom: designed
to promote motor skill development and
includes soft play structures, tumble mats
and more.
• Multipurpose courts: convertible for
racquetball, squash and wallyball.
• Multipurpose rooms: hold your next meeting,
workshop or birthday party in one of our
two spacious, air-conditioned rooms - each
equipped with a fridge, freezer, sink and
microwave.
• Skybox Café: food and beverages.
Contact Information
• Email: fprc@stalbert.ca
• Phone: 780-459-1553
• Fax: 780-460-7858
• Location: 4 Cunningham Road
Hours
• Monday – Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• Saturday: 6 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 7 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• For holiday hours call or visit stalbert.ca/rec
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 29Facility Rental
The City of St. Albert has many different indoor and outdoor spaces to rent that are perfect
for your next party, meeting or event:
• Arenas (Go Auto, Mark Messier, Troy Murray, • Large picnic shelter (Lions Park)
Akinsdale, Kinex. Leisure ice) • Playfields and courts (Fountain Park
• Community clubhouses (Akinsdale, Grandin, Recreation Centre sport courts, Servus
Lacombe, Willoughby, Mission) Place gymnasium and Sarasota and the
• Indoor playground (Fountain Park Tudor Veterinary field houses, Fowler
Recreation Centre) Athletic Park, Larry Olexiuk Field)
• Multi-purpose and specialty rooms • Pools (Fountain Park Recreation Centre,
(Fountain Park Recreation Centre, Servus Grosvenor Outdoor Pool)
Place, community clubhouses in Akinsdale,
Grandin, Lacombe and Willoughby)
You can learn more about the spaces and their availability online (stalbert.ca/rec)
or call 780-418-6088.
To book a space, please download the application form from our website (stalbert.ca/rec/
rentals/) and submit it in person at Servus Credit Union Place, fax 780-458-2750 or
e-mail partyrequest@stalbert.ca or facilitybookings@stalbert.ca. A staff member will be happy
to follow-up with you once they receive your form (Monday to Friday).
It's your party -
play it up!
Servus Place and Fountain
Park Recreation Centre
offers party room rentals
and activity options for
anyone who wants to
celebrate a birthday or
special event. Learn more
at stalbert.ca/rec/rentals
30 For more information, details and locations visit stalbert.ca/rec.Thank you to
our sponsors
Abbey Lane Homes Melcor Developments Ltd.
Austin Security Pals Surveys
Genstar Development Co. Sturgeon Auto Body
Greenboro Homes UMA Engineering
City of St. Albert | Recreation and Fitness Guide | Spring/Summer 2019 31New Activity Guidelines
We all need a combination of high energy physical activity, slower and sedentary behaviour
and uninterrupted sleep to maintain good health. Below are recommendations from the new
Canadian physical activity guidelines for healthy living. Visit csep.ca for more information.
3-4 YEARS
PRESCHOOLERS
UNDER 1 INFANTS 1-2 YEARS TODDLERS Physical activity for at least
Active throughout the day Move for at least 180 180 minutes a day with 60
with at least 30 minutes minutes throughout the minutes of energetic play.
of tummy time. day and more is better. More is better.
18+ ADULTS
5-17 YEARS Moderate to vigorous physical
CHILDREN AND YOUTH activity for at least 150
Includes at least 60 minutes per week in 10 65+ SENIORS
minutes of moderate minute or more increments. Same as 18+ and those
to vigorous physical Add muscle and bone with poor mobility should
activity and several hours strengthening activities using perform physical activities
of a variety of light major muscle groups at least to enhance balance and
physical activities. twice per week. prevent falls.You can also read
