University of Calgary Active Living

University of Calgary Active Living Active Living provides health & fitness programs and facilities for the UCalgary campus and surround

Active Living is part of the Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary. We offer a huge variety of fitness and health programs for children, youth and adults. Our facilities include: fitness centre, aquatic centre, racquet centre, gymnastics centre, outdoor centre, bouldering & climbing wall and The Olympic Oval

🏒 Our Co-Ed skating and hockey skills program is designed for players of all skills who want to learn, develop, and enjo...
07/17/2026

🏒 Our Co-Ed skating and hockey skills program is designed for players of all skills who want to learn, develop, and enjoy the game in a fun, inclusive, and non-competitive environment!

👉 Sign up today using our link in bio!

07/06/2026

⚽ 5 missed through balls, 7 shots not on target and 1 rolled ankle.

04/10/2026

🚨 ACTIVE LIVING SCAVENGER HUNT 🚨

We’ve hidden 3 slips across 3 different Active Living treadmill desk locations on campus (1 per location) 👀

Be the first to find one and you could win a pair of AirPods 4, perfect for locking in while you walk and study.

How it works:
🚶Find a hidden slip at one of the Active Living treadmill desk locations
🤳 Hop on, start walking, and show us how you study in motion - snap a selfie or video and DM it to
🪪 Bring your slip + UCID and show your DM at Active Living Client Services (KNA 104) to claim your AirPods 4

Open to everyone!
Limit: 1 prize per person

3 locations. 3 slips. 3 winners. 3 AirPods 4s.

Get ready!!

Scavenger Hunt starts Monday, April 13 at 9 a.m.
Prizes must be claimed by Friday, April 17 at Active Living Client Services (KNA 104)

New to pickleball? This is your sign to start 🏓Our Learn to Play session is the perfect intro if you’re just getting sta...
04/07/2026

New to pickleball? This is your sign to start 🏓

Our Learn to Play session is the perfect intro if you’re just getting started. We’ll cover the basics: rules, scoring, and simple techniques so you can step on the court with confidence.

📅 Learn to Play (1-day sessions):
May 4, 9, 11
June 3, 6, 10, 13, 17

Once you’ve got the basics down, keep it going with our Introduction/Beginner Pickleball lessons and continue building your skills week by week.

📅 4-week sessions:
May 6 – May 27
June 1 – June 22

Led by certified instructors, these sessions are all about learning, improving, and having fun along the way!

Ready to give it a try? Check out the link in our bio to register!

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week 💙 Across campus, events are taking place to recognize and celebrate the unique stre...
03/16/2026

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week 💙
 
Across campus, events are taking place to recognize and celebrate the unique strengths, skills, and talents of neurodivergent individuals.
 
At Active Living, we’re proud to support an inclusive campus through spaces designed for a variety of needs including our Sensory Friendly Open Workout Time in the Research Exercise Centre (KNB190).

Offered Mondays and Wednesdays at select hours, this dedicated workout space provides a calmer environment for students who experience sensory sensitivities.
 
What to expect:
✔️ Closed workout space
✔️ Consistent, soft lighting
✔️ No music (headphones only)
✔️ Low maximum capacity
✔️ Drop-free zone strictly enforced
 
This exclusive space is available for students.
 
Want to learn more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week and other campus resources? Stop by the Life Design Hub (MSC 171) today to connect and explore events happening throughout the week.

02/27/2026

All jokes aside, a comfortable training environment starts with shared responsibility!

🫧We are committed to doing our part:
• Airflow is operating at optimal capacity
• Equipment is cleaned regularly by staff
• Disinfectant and cleaning cloths are available for members to use

🧼We ask all members to do theirs:
• Arrive clean with fresh clothes
• Wear deodorant
• Wipe down equipment after use

Please also remember that the university maintains a scent-free policy.

Thank you for helping us maintain a respectful, welcoming space for everyone.

Disclaimer: The protocol depicted in this video is fictional and used for satirical purposes.

02/09/2026

Students, this space is for you!🫵

Designed for functional fitness and circuit workouts, you can access the Gold Fitness Alcove through the Gold Gym during open gym times.

Make sure to stop by Client Services to get a wristband and check the drop-in schedule online before using the space.

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2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB
T2N1N4

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