Water Safety Week

With water safety week around the corner, it is time to get your colouring skills on! 

Stop by the Abbey Centre and participate in our colouring contest to help promote Water Safety in our community and to have a chance to win one of two Abbey Centre gift cards.



Colouring sheets will available under our Aquatic Information board located in front of the change rooms. Once completed they can be turned into Guest Services and we will get them up for display. We look forward to seeing your amazing art!

Contest Starts: June 1 - 30

Blackfalds Days

The Abbey Centre is assisting with Blackfalds Days and will be hosting a few fun events for families and visitors!

Calfskit

See “Puss in Boots” turned on its head using improv and audience participation to create a unique and fun show! All ages welcome!

Friday, June 19 | 6:30pm | Ag Society Amphitheatre

2026 Annual Arm-wrestling Challenge

Roll up your sleeves and get ready. Fundraiser BBQ on-site to support the 2027 Nationals in Blackfalds.

Saturday, June 20 | 12:30pm | Ag Society Amphitheatre

Abbey Centre Twoonie Swim

All admissions to the Outdoor Aquatic Centre are $2. Free admission for kids under 3 years of age.

Sunday, June 21 | 12 pm - 4 pm



For an entire schedule of events that include activities all around town, please check out the event online at www.blackfalds.ca/events

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 1

Mon - Fri | May 19 - Jun 26

9:00 - 10:00 am & 7:00 - 7:45 pm

Session 2

Mon - Fri | Jun 29 - Sep 4

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

Outdoor Aquatic Centre

4500 Womacks Rd

Our Outdoor Aquatic Season Has Started!

You can check out our pool and lesson schedules here.

All visitors require a paid admission to gain access to the Outdoor Aquatic Centre (swim lessons exempt).

Also, food not purchased at our Food Services provider must be consumed within the facility or in our green spaces.



Our eating area is reserved for Mobile Meals & Munchies patrons only.

Thanks to our Sponsor - Central Alberta Coop!

We are grateful to have the support of Central Alberta Coop for our 2026 Thanks for Being Awesome campaign.

With their support, this summer we will be able to recognize youth attending our facility who are being kind, respectful, following the rules and/or just being enjoyable to have around. These youth will receive a coupon that can then be redeemed at a Central Alberta Coop Gas Bar for a free Big Cool Slush or Ice Cream! Thank you Co-op!

Fitness Focus - Battle Rope

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 June we are highlighting the Battle Rope.

Read more about it here.

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.

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.

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.

Stay Connected!

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

• Abbey Centre Facebook page
• Abbey Centre Newsletter (make sure to sign up if you are currently reading your friends!)
• Blackfalds Connect
• Abbey Centre website
• Signage around the facility
• TV monitors throughout the Abbey with relevant info