UCalgary Active Living
The Fitness Centre will remain closed at this time. Please see below for further details.
Programs Currently Available
Lecture Series: Endurance Athletes
Join us for a special lecture series designed to help give you a competitive advantage.
Joint Effort and GLA:D
Are you suffering from hip or knee pain? Both our Joint Effort and GLA:D programs are back virtually for the spring.
Virtual Fitness Classes
Work out with our fitness instructors from the comfort of your home! We offer yoga, low impact circuits, spin, full body HIIT workouts, and more.
Active Living Statement
UPDATE - May 5, 2021
We are currently reviewing the latest Alberta Health Services provincial announcement. At this time our open registration for aquatic programs will be delayed in coordination with the two-week indoor sport suspension. A new registration date will be set when we receive more information from the government. There are no changes to virtual programming.
The Active Living Fitness Centre will remain closed due to budget limitations. The University of Calgary was required to abide by the provincial guidelines throughout the pandemic, which meant the Fitness Centre and other recreation facilities were required to be closed for extended periods of time. As a result, the university has not charged the campus recreation fee since the 2020 winter term. This fee supports the base funding and operations of these facilities, and is what allows the university to offer all-access membership benefits to students on campus.
Although there is no current timeline for the return of drop-in access, we are working on reopening our scheduled programs and private bookings. 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 403.220.7749 Client Services phone lines will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9am-3pm
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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.