Know Before You Go

Find out what to expect when dropping in at a City recreation facility.

Swimming
  • Our pools require a ratio of one supervisor 16+ years old for no more than three children under 8 years old.
  • For safety purposes the supervisor must remain within arm's reach of the children in and out of the water.
  • Children under 3 years of age and anyone who is incontinent must wear a swim diaper and a pant in the pool. Contamination may result in pool closures.
Fitness & Wellness Areas including the Walking/Running Track
  • Youth between the ages of 13 and 17 years old require a fitness orientation before using the fitness equipment, running on the track or participating in drop-in fitness classes. Fitness orientations can be booked at the fitness desk, or by phone at:
    • G.H. Dawe Community Centre - 403-406-8620
    • Collicutt Centre - 403-358-7529 EXT #1510
  • Children under the age of 13 years old may only access the running track and will require the direct supervision (within arm's reach) of a supervisor 16+ years old.
  • Clean indoor shoes must be worn. No bare feet.
  • Personal training/coaching is prohibited.

 

Skating
  • Children under the age of 8 require the direct supervision of a person 16+ years old.
  • Skate rentals are not available.
  • Helmets are strongly recommended.
  • Must be 18 years of age to participate in adult drop-in hockey and full gear is required.
  • Sticks and pucks are not allowed on the ice during public skating.
Field House
  • Children under the age of 8 require the direct supervision of a person 16+ years old.
  • Photo identification is required to borrow equipment.
  • Clean indoor shoes must be worn. No bare feet.
  • Personal training/coaching is prohibited.
Climbing and Bouldering

Climbing

  • Climbers must be 13+ years old.
  • Climbers under the age of 13 will need direct supervision by a person age 16+.
  • Climbers under the age of 18 require the signature of a parent or legal guardian.
  • Waivers are required for the Field House climbing wall and Mr. Big climbing wall.
  • A belay card is required to climb Mr. Big. A belay card is obtained by passing a belay test which can be taken during our climbing drop-in hours. Cost is $5.  Belay cards are valid for one calendar year.
  • Outdoor shoes are not permitted. Proper climbing shoes and climbing equipment may be signed out with photo identification. 
  • Socks are required and can be purchased for $2.
  • Chalk is available to rent for $1. 

Bouldering

  • All ages are welcome.
  • Waivers are not required.
  • Outdoor shoes are not permitted. Proper climbing shoes may be signed out with photo identification.
  • Socks are required and can be purchased for $2.

See more information about Collicutt Climbing and Bouldering.

Childminding
  • Parents are required to remain in the facility while children are in our care, unless an off site reservation has been made.
  • Off-site reservations must be made 24 hours in advance and your child must be at least 18 months of age.
  • Childminding cards are not valid for reservations.
  • All children must wear clean indoor shoes or socks. No bare feet.
  • Please provide a labelled zipper lock bag containing personal items. (e.g. diapers, bottles, snacks)
  • Bottles and snack containers must be unbreakable.
  • All snacks must be nut free.
  • For the health and safety of others, we ask that you refrain from bringing children who are ill. 

Two ways to pay for the day

Pay for a single day admission or use a facility pass or card. Check out our Facility Admission Fees & Pass Prices for all of the admission options.