Abbey Centre Newsletter

August 2026

Your Monthly News & Updates

Upcoming Events

Fall Program & Activity Guide!

 

The 2026 Fall Program & Activity Guide will be available soon!

 

Dates to remember:

Fitness, FCSS Programs and C'Amped registration open September 1.

Early access registration to members opens August 29.

 

Limited hard copies of our Fall Program Guide will available at the Civic Cultural Centre and Abbey Centre mid August or online at www.blackfaldsabbey.ca/register

Programs & Classes

Summer Swim Lesson Sets


Registration is open for our upcoming Summer #4 swim lessons.

 

Swim for Life is an accessible, flexible, and success orientated program with a focus on fun! Certified instructors ensure swimmers get lots of in-water practice in every lesson. Swim for Life is a comprehensive swim program with streams for swimmers at every stage of life.

 

Parent & Tot | $50

Preschool | 3-5 Years| $50

Swimmer | 6-12 Years | $55

Aquatic and Camp Curious Registration

 

Registration for all swim lessons and Camp Curious is open!.

 

Registration available online through your Perfect Mind account or in-house at the Abbey Centre Guest Services. Please contact Guest Services if you need any assistance or have questions.

Private Swim Lessons

 

Great for people of all ages who want to develop their swim skills, require 1:1 attention, or youth who have one or two items left in their swim level.

 

The instructor will work directly with you to achieve your swimming goals. 

 

Per 30 minute Session | $25

 

For more information on the benefits of Private Lesson please visit our website.

Aqua Size


Get your body moving with daily drop-in

Aqua Size at the Abbey Centre!

This total body, low-impact aquatic

program is great for challenging your

cardio and strength by using water

and equipment as resistance.

Available with memberships or paid

admission.


Aqua Size is drop-in only

so please arrive early to secure your

spot.


Session 2

Mon - Fri | Jun 29 - Sep 4

9:00 - 10:00 am & 7:30 - 8:15 pm


Outdoor Aquatic Centre

4500 Womacks Rd

What's New?

Our Camp Curious Team!

 

Whether playing games, crafting, or going on an adventurous field trip, your young campers will be well taken care of - and having fun!

 

TOP (L-R) Ava and Katie

MIDDLE (L-R) Kailyn, Jenna and Keira

BOTTOM (L-R) Kaitlyn and Jen




Summer Culture Series


Free family entertainment Thursday's at 6:30 pm

 

Thur | Aug 13

Field House 3

Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd

 

Find the full summer schedule online at www.blackfalds.ca/events!




Summer Pool Schedule


We are currently on our Summer Pool Schedule for the remainder of the pool season.

 

For more information on the Outdoor Aquatic Centre please check out our website.


 

Fitness Focus - Matrix Aura Triceps Extension


We highlight one of our equipment pieces each month to help people familiarize themselves and get some pointers on its use.

 

For the month of August we are highlighting the Matrix Aura Triceps Extension.


Read more about it here.

Abbey Centre Services

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!

 

Aug 6 Thrifty Thursday


Book a birthday party at the Abbey Centre and receive a free Child 10 punch pass ($45 value).

One per account.

Recycle 4 Reward


Congratulations to Nick C., the July Recycle 4 Reward winner of a $75 gift card sponsored by Blackfalds Chiropractic Centre.


Learn how you can win a $75 gift card sponsored by Piper Creek Pet Resort, the Recycle 4 Reward sponsor for August.


Interested in being a Recycle 4 Reward sponsor?

Email the Guest Services Team Lead to book your spot!

Locks and Lockers for Rent


The Abbey Centre has locks and lockers available for rent! 


Monthly Locker Rental: $10

Monthly rentals must be for a minimum of 3 months.


Annual Locker Rental: $100/year


Lock Rentals: $3/day

Day use lockers are not token or coin-operated.

Locks are available at Guest Services for day use for $3 with photo ID, an active membership number, or a $20 deposit held for security.

Please bring or purchase a lock at Guest Services if you do not want to rent one.

Food Services


Food Services is open for the season.


Please follow the "No food and drink" policy in areas such as the Field House, the Outdoor Aquatic Centre, and the Indoor Play Space.


Outside food is permitted inside the Abbey Centre in designated seating areas and in the outdoor green spaces.


 Thank you for your cooperation.

Child Minding Hours

Children aged 3 months to 10 years can be dropped off to receive quality care by our friendly and professional staff.


June 29 - Aug 28 Summer Hours

Mon- Fri | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Closed 12:00 - 1:00 pm for lunch

Sat, Sun & Holidays Closed

 

Click here to learn more about Child Minding Services.

Personal One-on-One Training Available

Looking for a personal trainer to get you going or keep you on track? The Abbey has two certified personal trainers who will work with you to develop a fitness program that is just right for you!

 

One-on-One Rates (60 min session)

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


Pressed for time? Not sure where to start or are a little hesitant to start personal training? We are pleased to offer 30 minute trainings sessions.


One-on-One Rates (30 min session)

1 Session $30.00

3 Sessions $85.50

5 Sessions $135.00

10 Sessions $255.00

20 Sessions $480.00

*GST is included in the rates


Please purchase your session(s) prior to scheduling training times.

We recommend 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.blackfaldsabbey.ca/personal-training

 

Call 403.885.0183 or email trainer@blackfalds.ca for more information.

Facility Booking Request Form


Interested in booking one of the Town of Blackfalds many facilities? To help streamline the booking process for our users, we ask that you complete our quick, fill-able request form.


Phone and email enquirers regarding facility bookings will be asked to submit their information online via the fill-able request form.


Information packages for each rental space is also available here.

Memberships, Admissions & Online Registration

Abbey Centre Membership Assistance Program (ACMAP)


We are pleased to offer the Abbey Centre Membership Assistance Program. This program is intended to help make recreation opportunities at the Abbey Centre more accessible for residents.


Information criteria, program specifics, and application forms can be found here.

With the purchase of a membership, or 10-punch pass you will be granted unlimited access to the Fitness Centre, Outdoor Aquatic Centre, Indoor Track, Indoor Play Space, Drop-In Fitness Classes, Registered Fitness Classes (with drop-in option) and daily (M-F) drop-in activities in the Field House.


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.


See Membership and Admission Rates

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

Stay Connected!


We have a variety of ways to 'be in the know' with what is happening at the Abbey Centre:

Statutory Holiday Hours

For Stat Holiday hours visit our Hours of Operation page



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.


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

Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd | Blackfalds, AB



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