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Recreation

Recreation in Calgary

  • Registered programs

    Registration is open for our classes, lessons and day camps.

  • Drop-in activities

    Our drop-in fitness classes, sports and preschool programs offer activities for everyone.

  • Free activities

    Explore our fun, free activities for children, youth, adults, and families.

  • Recreation passes

    Affordable annual and monthly passes with no contracts or hidden fees.

  • Facilities and courses

    We have facilities throughout Calgary where you can swim, sail, golf, play, create and stay active.

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Featured programs

  • Day camps

    We have affordable, inclusive and fun day camps. We offer Rec Adventures, Arts Ventures, and sailing camps.

  • Certification courses

    We offer a variety of classes to obtain certifications for Fitness instructors, Swim Instructors, National Lifeguards and First Aid.

    Certification courses are being added frequently and certification is ongoing.

  • Preschool programs

    Preschoolers ages two and a half to five years old will learn through play. They will discover and build social and physical skills that will prepare them for life’s next steps like kindergarten, sports, arts and more.

  • Swimming lessons

    Learn water safety with Swim for Life® classes. All skill levels from beginner to lifeguard certification.

Admission and bookings

  • Admission prices and passes

    Admission prices for all of our facilities and courses.

  • Fee assistance

    Through the Fair Entry program, we provide access to multiple fee-reduced programs and services based on income eligibility and having residence in Calgary.

  • Rentals and bookings

    Indoor and outdoor locations for rent at reasonable rates to suit any type of function or activity.

GamePLAN

Our vision and strategy for the future of public recreation for the next 25 years that will increase investment in recreation facilities, programs and services throughout Calgary.

Learn more about GamePLAN

Recreation projects

We're building and enhancing Calgary's public recreation spaces. Discover what’s happening now.

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You may be interested in

  • Fair Entry

    An application process that helps you access some City services and programs at a lower cost if you have a lower income.

  • Calgary AfterSchool program

    A series of free or low-cost programs for children and youth offered at various recreation facilities, community centres, partner agencies and schools.

  • Sport Hub

    Sport Hub offers a variety of sport lessons in targeted Calgary neighbourhoods and local community spaces.

  • Help

    Learn how to set up and manage your account, register for programs or book drop-in activities.

  • Contact us

    Find contact information and get answers to your questions.

  • Forms

    Find all the waivers, booking forms and applications you need right here.

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