OCTOBER 2018

Abbey Centre Newsletter
Your Monthly News & Updates
Recycle 4 Reward Winner
 
Congratulations to Melissa S. who is the winner of September's Recycle 4 Reward of a  $50 gift card sponsored by  East Side Marios.

Learn how you can win a $50 gift card from 
Force Nutrition  the Recycle 4 Reward sponsor for October.
 
Please contact Carol Simpson if your business is interested in being a sponsor for the Recycle 4 Reward Program in 2020
 
Facility Rental Changes

Effective November 1, 2018 we have made several changes in our booking policies.  If you are planning on renting a Town of Blackfalds facility after November 1st please contact Guest Services at 403.885.4039 or guestservices@blackfalds.com and we would be happy to give you all the details of those changes.
 
 
Facility Hours - Thanksgiving Day

The Abbey Centre will be open 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Monday, October 8 for Thanksgiving Day. 
 
3 & 3 Co-Ed Volleyball League

3 Male & 3 Female players on the court at all
times. Games are on Wednesday evenings.
 

Wed Oct 17 - Mar 13 
6:30 - 9:00 pm
$325 (GST included)
Abbey Centre | Field House 3 & St. Gregory the Great

 
Program Registration Open!
 
If you haven't set up your new account since we did our software conversion on April 16, 2018 please complete the new online account setup form and email to  guestservices@blackfalds.com.

Once your online account is set up you will have access to online memberships and program registration including Fitness, FCSS Programs, Arts & Culture, C'amped.
Fall Program & Activity Guide
 
The new Fall Program & Activity Guide is now available and includes upcoming classes, lessons and community events. You are also able to get all the details for Fitness,  FCSS, Arts & Culture, and C'amped.
 
Visit the Abbey Centre or go  online  to register.  
 
Hard copies of the guide are available at the Abbey Centre, Town office and various locations around Town.

Look for our Winter Program & Activity Guide in December 2018.
Annual Membership has its privileges
 
Being an annual member not only gives you access to all the amenities the Abbey Centre has to offer but it 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
Monster Bash
 
Wear your best costume for a chance to win!  Plus photo booth and games.

Where: Community Centre
When: October 27 | 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $7

Ticket on sale October 1 at the Abbey Centre.
Breakfast & Lunch with Santa
 
Where: Abbey Centre
When: December 1 | 9:00 a.m. OR 12:00 p.m.
Tickets: $7

Ticket on sale October 1 at the Abbey Centre.
Blackfalds Fall Market
 
Hosted by the Blackfalds Community Market.  With 100+ unique vendors, at least $2000 in door prizes and entertainment! Free admission and parking.

Where: Abbey Centre
When: October 20 | 11:00 a.m.
Tickets: $7


Programs & Classes
C'amped

For kids ages 6 - 10, this camp 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!

These camps are jam-packed from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm with games, crafts, sports, and adventures that will keep kids active and stimulated throughout the day.

Cost is $35/day. Extended care is available for $5 (Drop off 8:00 am | Pick up 5:00 pm).

C'AMPED dates for the 2018/2019 calendar:
September 28; October 12 & 26; November 9, 13 & 30; December 21; January 18; February 1 & 15; March 8, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21 & 22; April 5; May 10 & 17; June 7


Drop-In Fitness Classes Are Running!

Start and end your day right with daily drop-in fitness classes at the Abbey Centre, available with a membership or paid admission.

A complete listing of classes and times can be found on Pg. 10 of the Fall Program & Activity Guide.


Child Minding Services
Child Minding Cancellation Policy

Effective September 19, 2018 

To cancel your booking, we require four (4) hours cancellation notice prior to your scheduled time to receive a credit on your account or pu nches returned to your pass.

Cancellations made within less than four (4) hours of your scheduled booking are eligible to be re-scheduled one time only. Any cancellations within 30 minut es of the scheduled booking are not eligible for refund or rescheduling.
Fall/Winter Child Minding Hours

Mon - Thurs 8:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Sat 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Sun & Holidays - Closed
 
Parent Information
Please review our information sheet for rates, ratios, cancellation policy and much more.

  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
Personal Training
 
One-on-One Rates
1 Sessions     $50.00
3 Sessions     $142.50
5 Sessions     $225.00
10 Sessions   $425.00
20 Sessions   $800.00
GST is included in the rates
 
Sessions need to be purchased prior to scheduling training times.
 
We request you meet the trainers prior to purchase so we can match you with the best trainer possible.
For terms & conditions, please refer to our website www.blackfalds.com/abbeycentre 
 
Let our personal trainers help you achieve your goals, call 403.885.0183 or email trainer@blackfalds.com for more information. Group Training is also available. See Rate Sheet
PERSONAL TRAINING FALL DEAL
The more you buy, the more you save!

Purchase 5 sessions receive 1 free session
Purchase 10 sessions receive 2 free sessions
Purchase 20 sessions receive 5 free sessions
No expiry date on training sessions

Offer Valid Sep. 1 - Oct. 31, 2018
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.


Improved Online Registration System
Online Registration/Memberships

For first time users:
Please contact Guest Services to create your account.

Users with an existing account:

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

Can't log in?

Contact Guest Services
Mon - Fri | 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun | 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Important Reminders

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 1 Field House 2 Field House 3
Friday, Oct 12 CLOSED @ 12 p.m. CLOSED @ 12 p.m.  CLOSED @ 12 p.m. 
Saturday, Oct 12 CLOSED All Day  CLOSED All Day  CLOSED All Day 
Sunday, Oct 13 CLOSED All Day CLOSED All Day  CLOSED All Day 
Saturday, Oct 20 CLOSED All Day CLOSED All Day CLOSED All Day
 

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.

Need a personal trainer?
   
Let our personal trainers help you achieve your goals, call 403.885.0183 or email trainer@blackfalds.com 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
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