April 2018

Abbey Centre Newsletter
Your Monthly News & Updates
New and Improved
Online Registration

As of April 16, 2018, we are moving to a new software program so we can offer our users better options. This will require all returning online registration users to set up a NEW account. To help aid in the changeover there will also be no online registration available April 13-15.  We apologize for the inconvenience but we are sure it will b e well worth it! 
 
Once your online account is set up after April 16, you will have future access to online registration and additionally, the ability to activate or renew your membership, and send facility information requests. 
 
We look forward to have these expanded services for our members and guests. For more information, contact [email protected] or call 403.885.4039. 
Recycle 4 Reward Winner 
 
Congratulations to Brianne R. who is the winner of March's R4R of a $50 gift card sponsored by
Di's Healthy Club.  Thank you for recycling!

Learn how you can win a $50 gift card from Cosmos, the Recycle 4 Reward sponsor for April.

Please contact Carol Simpson if your business is interested in being a sponsor for the Recycle 4 Reward Program in 2019
 
Spring/Summer Program & Activity Guide
Check out the Spring/Summer Program & Activity Guide for details of upcoming classes, lessons and community events.  Get all the details for Fitness,  FCSS, Arts & Culture, Aquatics and Camp Curious.
 
Registration opens May1st for Aquatics and Camp Curious, all other programs are open for registration now. Visit the Abbey Centre or go  online  to register.  

Hard copies of the guide are available now and are also available  online!
Central Alberta Family Expo

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and saw us at the Family Expo on March 24 & 25th.  We are happy to have had the opportunity to see you all.

Winner of our draw for a Family Day Pass Gift Card was Crystal. She now will be able to treat her family to a day at the Abbey!
Annual Membership has its privileges
Being an annual member not only gives you access to all the amenities the Abbey has to offer, and also provides:
  • Early registration for all programs
  • Two complimentary day passes upon membership
    renewal or activation
  • Unlimited access to drop-in fitness and aqua-fit classes
    Abbey Centre Membership
  • Eligibility for electronic funds transfer (EFT) program
  • Ability to "hold" membership up to twice a membership year. Certain restrictions do apply.

   

Upcoming Events
Clean Up Blackfalds
April 22 - May 5 
Pitch In and help clean up the community
Registration at FCSS, 5016 Waghorn St

Litter Clean - Up Kits (TLC Kits) will be provided. Each kit contains enough for 10 participants:  10 pair of gloves, 5 garbage bags, 1 recycle bag, 1 hand sanitizer and the instructions for the clean-up along with a map.
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Community Gardens 
The Town of Blackfalds provides the opportunity for community members to come together to grow healthy foods, beautiful flora, meet new people and enjoy the outdoors throughout the growing season. Gardeners have two locations to choose from - one off Aspen Drive and one at Pine Crescent Park - See garden plot diagrams.
Registration starts March 29 at the Town office (5018 Waghorn St) so don't miss out! 
Super Kids
Date: July 7, 2018
Time: 9 am
Location: Abbey Centre  | 4500 Womacks Road
Contact: Carol Simpson | Guest Services Officer
Phone: 403.885.0122
 
Registration opens on May 1!
 
Programs & Classes
Get Amped for CAMPED

C'AMPED for kids ages 6-10 is home away from home on PD days and Spring Break. Synchronized with the Wolf Creek & Red Deer Catholic school calendars, the Abbey Centre is the place to be.
Camps are jam-packed with games, crafts, sports and adventure that will keep kids active and stimulated throughout the day from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
$35/day. Extended care (drop off at 8:00 a.m. and pick up at 5:00 p.m.) is available for $5.

See dates and details at www.blackfalds.com/camped


Drop In Fitness available with membership or paid admission
Drop In Fitness

The Abbey Centre offers weekly drop-in Fitness classes that are included with a membership or paid admission.



Food Services
Loyalty Card

Taste Budz would like to thank their loyal customers but offering a special deal starting April 1st.  Come and see Richard or Mark at Food Services and ask them how you can get your FREE loyalty card started.



Child Minding Services
Parent Information
Please review our information sheet for rates, ratios, cancellation policy and much more.

Hours
Mon - Thu | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Mon - Thu | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fri | 8:30 am - 2 pm
Sat | 8:30 am - 1 pm  
Sundays & Holidays 
Closed

Off-site Care
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.  

Border Paving Fitness Centre
Free Fitness Centre Orientations

We offer FREE daily fitness centre orientations. Youth 12 - 17 years of age must have an orientation in order to access the Fitness Centre or Running Track.
Please book your orientation in advance by calling 403.885.4039 or email Guest Services.

Registration will be closed 20 minutes prior to the scheduled times.

Did You Know?
Online Registration

For first time users:
To get you into the online system, please contact  Guest Services to create your account. Once your account is set up, allow 10 - 15 minutes for the system to update before logging in.

Users with an account:

Please contact Guest Services to set up your username and password.

Can't log in?

Contact Guest Services Mon - Fri | 5:30 am - 10:00 pm and Sat - Sun | 7:00 am - 10:00 pm.
Important Reminders
  • Holiday Hours for April
Easter Monday, April 2 11 am - 5 pm
  •   Clothing Policy & Clean shoesThe 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.
  • Need a personal trainer?
    Let our personal trainers help you achieve your goals, call 403.885.0183 or email [email protected] for more information. See Rate Sheet
  • 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
403.885.4039 | Email | Website
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