Abbey Centre Newsletter March 2020
Your monthly news & updates
$2 Track Admission
Escape the cold and get your run in on the Cottonwood Meadows running track for only $2!
Track admission will be valid on the following days until May 1, 2020:
  • Mon & Wed & Fri 9 am - 11 am
  • Tues & Thurs - 5 pm - 7 pm
  • Sat & Sun - 1 pm - 3 pm

Users will get a TRACK ONLY identifiable wristband with their admission which is valid only for that day and time. Access to other 3rd level equipment is not included.

Physical Activity Prescription (PARx)
formerly known as Prescription to Get Active
In partnership with the  Primary Care Network  (PCN), the Abbey Centre is pleased to be a participating facility in the Physical Activity Prescription program - to encouraging people to take part in various exercise programs, PCN health professionals will prescribe the amount of activity you need to help improve your health and prevent disease. For more info visit   Primary Care Network  or call 403.343.9100.
New Fitness Equipment
We are excited that we will be getting some new replacement equipment for our Fitness Centre this Spring as well a some brand new pieces such as a Jacob's Ladder and Tire Flip.

We appreciate your patience as we transition over to the new equipment during the beginning of April.
Recycle 4 Reward Winner
Congratulations to Kim H. who is the winner of the February Recycle 4 Reward of a $75 gift card sponsored by Rootz Hair Design .

Learn how you can win a $75 gift card from Blackfalds Chiropractic Centre , the Recycle 4 Reward sponsor for March.

Interested in being a sponsor for the Recycle 4 Reward Program in 2021? Email Carol Simpson .
Remember to Spring Forward
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead by one hour Sunday, March 8 as we spring ahead into Daylights Savings Time.
Define the Blackfalds Brand
Help us define the Blackfalds Brand!
We all have many opinions about what Blackfalds is known for so now is your chance to give us your definition of what Blackfalds should be known for!

Complete the online survey is available here between March 2-23, the next and crucial step in our Brand Blackfalds process.

If you like a more up close and personal experience with the branding committee, please come and visit us at one or both of the open houses at After the Grind on Saturday, March 14 from 1 - 3 pm or Thursday, March 19 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Input is also welcome at the Town booth at the Red Deer Home Show on March 6 - 8, 2020.

To request an individual interview or a focus group for your community organization, contact communications@blackfalds.com or call 403.885.6246.
Upcoming Events
Jim Hurley and PD Skate

Come and enjoy the last month of some fun and exercise as you hit the ice at the Multi-Plex Arena on Fridays (Wolf Creek PD Days).
  • Helmets are strongly recommended
  • No hockey sticks

$2/person | $5/family

Harvest Meadows Outdoor Rink Open House

Date: March 12, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Servus Program Room | Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd

As part of the Multi-Plex expansion project, the outdoor rink (ODR) on the south side of the arena will be removed and relocated this year.
Since the recent completion of the ODR at Pine Cres in 2019, the Town agreed that the new ODR remain on the west side of Hwy 2A.
Super Kids
Date: July 4, 2020
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Location: Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Road
Contact: Carol Simpson | Guest Services Officer
Phone: 403.885.0122
 
Registration opens May 1.
 
Details at blackfalds.com/events  
Programs & Classes
Spring Summer 2020
Program & Activity Guide
Check out the programs, events and activities coming up in the Spring/Summer 2020 Program & Activity Guide or view the Programs Calendar to get a quick look at all the programs we offer by date.
Registration for all winter programs is open now.
Don't be left out! Program spaces are limited.
Limited hard copies of the guide are now available at the Abbey Centre, Town Office, and FCSS.
Drop In to Registered Fitness Classes!
Find out how you can drop in to select* registered fitness classes with the purchase of a punch or day pass. 
Abbey members can drop in for free!

* Please note that not all registered classes have drop-in access.
Please check the Program & Activity Guide, programs calendar, or online registration system to see what classes are available for drop-in.

Class Cancellations
Please consult the Drop In Fitness & Cancellation schedule for February's cancellations.  
 
Follow us on Facebook for any last minutes changes as well.  
 
We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Get Amped for C'AMPED Day Camps
As everyone is getting the kids ready to go back to school, please keep in mind our Professional Development (PD) days and Spring Break camp programs.

C'AMPED is for kids ages 6 - 10 and is home away from home on PD Days and Spring Break. Synchronized with the Wolf Creek school calendar, the Abbey Centre is the place to be!

Abbey Centre Services
Child Minding
We are happy to offer the ability for you to book child minding time with us and have to option of staying on-site while you use the facility or take some time for yourself and run errands or maybe have a date night out! Contact Guest Services at 403.885.4039 or email us to check availability.

Food Services
Service delivery provided by Mobile Meals & Munchies for special events and large field house bookings can be booked on a case-by-case basis. 

Please contact Guest Services for more information.

Abbey Membership and Admission Rates
An Abbey Membership gives you unlimited access to the Fitness Centre, Outdoor Aquatic Centre, Running Track, Indoor Play Space, Drop-In Fitness Classes, Registered Fitness Classes that have a drop-in option and daily (M-F) drop-in activities in the Field House.

Annual members are eligible to register early in Town programs and classes, receive two (2) complimentary day passes upon membership activation or renewal and have the ability to place their membership on hold up to twice a year (certain restrictions do apply). Membership forms are available at the Abbey Centre or can be downloaded here.

Online Registration
Online Program Registration & Memberships
Our online registration system is a fast, easy and convenient method of viewing and registering for Town of Blackfalds programs.
To register online you must have an online account. See the Abbey's online program registration for more information.

Problems logging in? Contact Guest Services at 403-885-4039.
Mon - Fri | 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sat - Sun | 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Important Reminders
Statutory Holiday Hours
For Stat Holiday hours visit the Abbey Centre on the web. 

Field House Drop-In Schedule
Daily drop in activities (which may include badminton, pickleball and basketball) are set up daily. See Field House Drop-In Schedule 
 
Field House Closures 
  • Friday, March 13 - 12 pm to close Field House 2 & 3
  • Saturday, March 14 - all day Field House 2 & 3
  • Sunday, March 15 - closed until 8 pm Field House 2 & 3
  • Friday, March 27 - 5 pm to close Full Field House
  • Saturday, March 28 - all day Full Field House

Clothing & Clean Shoes Policy
The Abbey Centre is a family friendly facility and clothing should be appropriate for all ages. Please NO sport bras, short shorts, deep scoop tank tops, bare chests or exposed midrifs. Clean, dry shoes are required in the Fitness Centre and Field House.

BOLT Transit re-load station
You can re-load your Bolt Transit fare card at the Abbey Centre. See BOLT for more details.
Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd | Blackfalds, AB
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