Athletics & Recreation
Being a current students at the U of C means you have access to a number of world class recreational facilities and options. A few are listed below
Fitness Centre
The University of Calgary Health & Recreation Centre, Fitness Centre offers many programs and services designed to encourage healthy participation in a variety of activities. The goal for the Fitness Centre is to provide an opportunity for participants to improve or maintain their health and vitality through a variety of activities and programs. For more information on the Fitness Centre see the Fitness Centre Section of the Campus Rec Page
The Facility
The physical facility offers members 3750m2 of space with the most extensive, current and easy to use fitness equipment found at a Canadian university. Well trained, certified staff are available to assist the participant in becoming familiar with the facility and equipment.
Programs & Courses
The campus recreation programs are offered by fitness and allied health professionals, and include everything from beginner fitness classes to challenging advanced level programs. We offer weight management, yoga, personal fitness training and nutritional analysis; studio cycling for all levels; introductory to advanced strength training and walk/run courses... there is something for everyone! If you require further information on our facility or programs, please contact the Fitness Centre at 220-5185 or visit the Fitness Centre Programs page.
Swimming
You're never too young or too old to learn a new trick. The Aquatic Centre offers a variety of open recreation activities, fitness programs, swimming lessons and certification courses for infants to adults. The Aquatic Centre caters to the general public as well as university students, alumni, faculty and staff. For more information see the Aquatic Centre Page
Wall Climbing
The University of Calgary Climbing Wall is located within the Outdoor Centre and is specifically designed to mimic real rock as closely as possible. This makes it ideal for teaching climbing & mountaineering skills. A few of its features include:
- Molded concrete panels, complete with real quartzite blocks.
- Realistic features make our wall the closest thing to climbing on real rock. Vertical and horizontal cracks, finger holds, first jams, small edges, friction bulges and other rock features provide face-climbing challenges on each panel.
- Skills such as rappelling, setting anchors, lead climbing, rock and crevasse rescue techniques can be easily practiced.
Racquet Courts
The Racquet Centre at the University of Calgary Health & Recreation Centre boasts 13 international squash courts, 5 international racquetball courts, 4 seasonal outdoor tennis courts, and as many as 10 open recreation badminton courts (6 in the afternoon, 10 in the evening). We are the largest court facility in the city. For more information see the Racquet Centre Page
For general information or to book squash, racquetball, badminton or tennis courts, please contact the Equipment Room at 220-5029
Dinos
The University of Calgary Athletic Department was created in 1964 with male teams named the Dinosaurs and female teams the Dinnies. Both genders eventually came to play under the Dinosaurs name until 1998 when the nickname was officially changed to 'Dinos,' the nickname familiar to athletes, students, and fans. Since 1964, the Dinos have brought home 110 Canada West Conference Championships and 32 CIS National Championships. The Dinos consist of 22 teams competing in 12 varsity sports (Men's & Women's - basketball, volleyball, hockey, soccer, swimming, wrestling, track & field, cross county running, tennis, golf, men's football and women's field hockey).
Go to GODINOS.com and find out about recruitment
Co-Curricular Record
