Augustana Campus Recreation
About Campus Recreation
Augustana Campus is thrilled to roll out a robust complement of fun and exciting Campus Recreation activities featuring drop-in, intramural leagues, special events and an exciting 'learn-to' series.
Information on Campus Recreation can be found on the MyUAlberta app by tapping on the Campus Recreation tile.
Lending Kits
We have a variety of lending kits available to students and staff:
- Nordic Library:
- Cross-country skis, poles and boots
- Snowshoes
- Hockey Skates & Helmets
- Workout kits
- Yard games (corn hole, ladder golf, giant jenga, ect.)
- Frisbees
- Discs (for disc golf in the Golden Jubilee Park)
The Nordic Library is located in the Augustana Library. Other lending kits are available from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the front desk in the Athletics Horseshoe.
Drop-in Sports
No standings, no stats, no commitment; No experience required!
| Day | Date | Location | Time | Sport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays |
Aug. 28 - Dec. 4 Jan. 8 - Apr. 15 |
Gym |
8:15 - 10 p.m. |
Volleyball |
|
Nov. 20 - Dec. 4 Jan. 8, 22, 29 Feb. 5 - Mar. 4 |
Learning Commons | 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
Pilates Warrior Rhythm Flow (Yoga) Barre |
|
| Tuesdays |
Sept. 19 - Dec. 5 Jan. 9 - 23 |
Gym |
8:15 - 9:45 p.m. 8:45 -9:45 p.m. |
Badminton |
| Wednesdays |
Aug. 30 - Dec. 6 Jan. 10 - Apr. 17 |
Gym | 8:15 - 10 p.m. | Basketball |
| Jan. 31 - Apr. 10 | Learning Commons | 7 - 8 p.m. | Yoga | |
| Thursdays | Jan. 4 - 25 | Gym | 8:45 - 9:45 p.m. | Futsal |
| Sundays | Jan. 21 - Feb. 4 | Gym | 2:15 - 4 p.m. | Basketball |
| Jan. 21 - Mar. 10 | Gym | 4:15 - 5:45 p.m. | Futsal |
Try-A-Sport
Set yourself a new challenge to Try-A-Sport. Learn new skills, meet new friends and discover your new sporting passion. Sessions are aimed to maximize game time, while still allowing for some skill development through drills and a warm-up at the start.
Learn to Curl - January date coming soon! Lessons privided by our Vikings Curling Teams and the CCAA National Champions!
Learn to XC Ski - January date coming Soon!
Climbing Wall
| Date | Description | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| U-Belay | ||
| TBD | Prepare to challenge the Augustana Climbing Wall top-rope belay test, Includes instruction on harness set-up, knot tying, safety checks, partner communication, top rope belay technique and catching/taking falls (while on top rope). No experience required! | TBD |
| Wall Brawls | ||
| TBD | Comprised of 10+ boulder problems, wall brawls are a unique opportunity to try out brand new routes in a "scramble" format. Wall brawls embody a recreational climbing competition, whereby points are awarded based on the number of attempts required to complete a boulder problem. Points are patron-awarded and self-monitored, and there are no judges, no eliminations and no pressure to climb difficult routes. YOU get to determine the routes you want to attempt, and everyone involved is encouraged to exchange "beta" (e.g. information about how to ascend the route) with one another. Enjoy fresh problems, clean holds and good company in a laid-back, encouraging environment! | TBD |
Climbing Wall
Open to the public, the Augustana Climbing Wall is a great place for leisurely recreation, strength and endurance training, birthday parties, team building activities or team windups, community groups and more! Drop by and visit our vibrant, active community! All you need is some gym clothes and a clean pair of runners. We're always happy to see new faces!
Facilities
The Augustana climbing wall consists of eight high wall routes and 20 boulder problems. The climbing wall is free for students to use (equipment included) and has a small charge for public use (see pricing below).
Top-roping
Climbers are secured in harnesses and by a rope from above.
Bouldering
Climbers are unsecured and can climb freely to a maximum height of seven feet. Crash mats protect a climber's fall.
Equipment
Harnesses are available and are included in climbing wall admission. Ropes, gri-gri's and other hardware are maintained and provided by climbing wall staff. A limited assortment of climbing shoes and chalk bags are also available for use and is included in climbing wall admission. Clean, non-marking running shoes may be used for climbing.
Staff
Our staff are happy to give you climbing tips while ensuring your safety at the wall. Each of our staff has received the following training: CPR and First-Aid Climbing wall safety Climbing instruction.
Contact
Climbing Wall Reservations Coordinator
780-679-1576
augclimb@ualberta.ca
Location
Located in the Augustana Gymnasium - access through the Forum near the café.
Open Hours
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. starting September 19, 2023.
Our last open day for 2023 is December 5. We will see you in the new year when we re-open on January 9, 2024.
Open seasonally from September to April, closed during the summer months.
Rates & Membership Fees
|
Drop-in Rates |
|
| U of A Student Membership | FREE |
| Adult Single Drop-in Pass: | $10.00 |
| Youth Single Drop-in Pass (12 and under) and U of A Staff/Faculty: | $5.00 |
| Adult Seasonal Membership: | $75.00 |
| Youth Seasonal Membership (12 and under) and U of A Staff/Faculty: | $45.00 |
| Belay Check (Required for unsupervised belaying) | FREE |
Waivers
Ski Library
Hit the trails with the Augustana Library and Campus Recreation! Take advantage of Augustana Campus' amazing location, situated right on 16 km of groomed ski trails. Twenty full sets of classic technique Cross-country skis are now available in the Augustana Library to Augustana students, staff and faculty who have completed a one-time orientation session.
In addition to the lending library, there is an active, free, programming component supported by Campus Recreation and the Vikings Nordic Club Team, including learn-to-ski sessions and social ski meet-ups. Students, staff and faculty who have their own ski gear can also attend the free programming.
LEARN-TO-SKI
QUESTIONS?
About the Ski Library & Programming: augfit@ualberta.ca
FITNESS CENTRE
Newly renovated! Join us during our open hours:
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 - 9:45 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 9 - 11 a.m.; 2 - 9:45 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 - 9:45 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9 - 11 a.m.; 2 - 9:45 p.m. |
| Friday | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Saturday | 2 - 5:45 p.m. |
