Your monthly news & updates |
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If you have a child registered for Camp Curious this year, stay up to date on all information via our FB page here!
We have recently posted information about all our Camp Curious Leaders - meet the team.
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McKay Ranch Outdoor Aquatic Centre |
We have officially moved into our Summer pool schedule that will continue until September!
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Save More on Thrifty Thursday! |
Each month, we offer cost savings on different Abbey Centre services available only on the first Thursday of the month.
Please check Facebook page, or posters around the Abbey to check out what service we are showcasing and where you can save!
July 7th Thrifty Thursday
10% off 10 Punch Passes
One per person/family
Any age category
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Abbey Centre Sponsorship Opportunities |
Are you an individual, business, or industry that would like to support your community while promoting yourself or your business and receiving lasting recognition?
We have various sponsorship opportunities available that will allow you to show your community commitment to 150,000 + users a year!
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Spotlight on Safety - Weather Warnings
Alberta summers are notorious for volatile weather. At the Abbey Centre this directly impacts our operations both inside as well as in the Outdoor Aquatic Centre.
For your safety, when weather watches turn into weather warnings, internal evacuations will take place (see the article below for more details.)
Please take the time to be fully aware of the weather conditions prior to your visit!
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When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!
Due to its random and unpredictable nature, preparedness and quick responses are the best defenses against lightning hazards. Swimming pools are connected to a much larger surface area via underground water pipes, gas lines, electric and telephone wiring, etc. Lightning strikes to the ground anywhere on this metallic network may induce shocks elsewhere. And where there's thunder, there is lightning!
Aquatics staff must have a 30-minute continuous all-clear before operations can resume. Please keep an eye out for signage posted by Guest Services for any ongoing weather advisories.
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Name: Simon Escobar
Job Title: Guest Services Representative
Hometown: Red Deer
How long have you worked at the Abbey Centre? 6 years
What is your favorite program/part of the Abbey Centre? I love the machines in our fitness centre and playing badminton in the fieldhouse.
Best movie ever? Fantastic Mr. Fox
Favorite holiday destination? El Salvador
The best part of my job is… The people I work with
My favorite sport or hobby? Soccer
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Interested in being a Recycle 4 Reward sponsor?
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Recreation and Parks Month Winner! |
Congratulations to Michelle M. who has been chosen as the winner of our Playground Passport and will receive a $50 Abbey Centre gift card!
Thank you for participating.
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Water Safety Week Colouring Contest Winner |
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Water Safety colouring contest.
We are happy to announce that Ben V. is the lucky winner of a gift card for a punch pass.
Awesome job Ben!
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Sports Leagues & Tournaments |
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Thank you to all the teams who have registered this season!
If you are interested in watching a game and cheering on our local players, please visit our website here. |
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Free family entertainment every Thursday at 6:30pm from July until August!
Ag Society Amphitheatre
Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd
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Spring/Summer Program & Activity Guide |
The 2022 Spring/Summer Program & Activity Guide is online!
The guide includes upcoming classes, lessons, and community events. You will be able to get all the details for Fitness, FCSS, Arts & Culture, and community programs.
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This option is so popular, we decided to keep the track-only option for the whole year!
This option gives members and guests access to the running track for the entire day for only $2!
$20 track-only punch-pass!
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Register for Swim Lessons Today |
You can register for swim lessons online or at the Abbey Centre.
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Only Mobile Meals & Munchies patrons will have access to the outdoor eating area this season, however, members and guests are welcome to bring their food from home or bring in food from other restaurants, but it must be eaten within the Abbey Centre itself (common/public areas i.e. tables or field house bleachers) or outside in the green space.
No outside food will be allowed in the Outdoor Aquatic Centre other than water/sports drinks in non-breakable containers. Thank you for your cooperation with this change, and we look forward to hosting you again this summer!
Food Services is open Monday - Sunday 11 am - 7 pm and offer a variety of food options.
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Children's Services Kids Corner |
How do you talk to a fish?
You drop it a line!
Enjoy this sugar cookie recipe and use these pictures for decoration inspiration!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sweet Cream Salted Butter (softened)
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Vanilla Extract
- 4 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 6 cups All-Purpose Flour
Directions
- Add 2 cups of butter and 2 cups of sugar to your mixer.
- Cream butter and sugar together until completely mixed.
- Add 2 tablespoons of vanilla and 2 eggs.
- Mix the dough until light and fluffy.
- Add 4 teaspoons of baking powder and then mix.
- Mix in the 6 cups of flour, 2 at a time. Mix it only until the flour is incorporated into the dough.
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Dough should be firm but not dry and crumbly. If it happens to be dry, add a teaspoon of vanilla or milk and mix.
- Roll a handful of dough onto a prepared surface until about 3/8” thick.
- Cut out shapes with a cookie cutter of your choosing.
- Bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees for 6-10 minutes (depending on the size of cookie cutter you chose). Cookies should be set and just slightly brown on edges. You do not want them to brown like a chocolate chip cookie.
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Let your cookies cool and then decorate!
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It's Always Fun in Child Minding! |
Children aged 3 months to 10 years can be dropped off to receive quality care by our friendly and professional staff.
Spots are limited to 3 hours/day.
Please note that we no longer offer off-site care.
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Meet Our Aquatic Volunteer - Naomi |
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Why are you volunteering? I am volunteering because I have always wanted to be a lifeguard.
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An interesting fact about yourself? I watched Baywatch as a kid and that is kind of why I wanted to be a lifeguard. Now I know lifeguarding is totally different from the TV show.
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What are you hoping to gain by the end of the season? My lifeguarding skills and my requirements to be a certified lifeguard.
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What are you most excited about with volunteering? That I am finally doing what I have always wanted to do.
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A little about yourself? I have a dog and am married to a wonderful husband.
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Fitness Focus - Matrix Climbmill |
Each month we are highlighting one of our pieces of Matrix equipment to help people familiarize themselves and to get some pointers on its use.
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Book Your Free Fitness Centre Orientation Today! |
We offer FREE Fitness Centre orientations.
Youth 12 - 17 years of age are required to have an orientation before accessing the Fitness Centre or Running Track. Youth 12 - 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Personal One-on-One Training Available |
Looking for a personal trainer to get you going or keep you on track? The Abbey has a number of certified personal trainers who will work with you to develop a fitness program that is just right for you!
One-on-One Rates
1 Session $50.00
3 Sessions $142.50
5 Sessions $225.00
10 Sessions $425.00
20 Sessions $800.00
*GST is included in the rates
Please purchase your session prior to scheduling training times.
We recommend you meet the trainers prior to purchase so we can match you with the best trainer possible.
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Abbey Membership and Admission |
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Perks of Being an Annual Member
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 (certain restrictions do apply).
Membership forms are available at the Abbey Centre or can be downloaded here.
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Online Program Registration & Memberships |
Our online registration system is a fast, easy and convenient method of viewing and registering for Town of Blackfalds programs.
Mon - Fri | 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun | 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Statutory Holiday Hours
Field House Drop-In Schedule
Clothing & Clean Shoes Policy
All Fitness Centre/Track users are required to wear athletic gym apparel. No bare chests. Clothing must be free of inappropriate or offensive language/graphics.
Clean, dry shoes are required in the Fitness Centre/Track and Field House.
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