News

BodyAge Battle Update

The three contestnats in the MacEwan Centre and Team 1260 BodyAge Battle have been working hard for two weeks with their trainers, on their own, and with their nutrition, so we thought we would check in and see how things are going.

See what Dave, Klint and Tyler had to say about why they got into this contest and their progress, plus what their trainers haveto say about how they are doing.

Find Your Fit and Save- Final Week

Until July 31, register for any fitness program, including personal training, registered programs, fitness testing, squash lessons and nutrition counseling and receive 5% off.

Members, always receive 10% discounted rates on, so a potential savings of 15% until the end of July.

Plus, register for any registered program during the Spring and you can bring a friend for free to one class.

Download our Spring/ Summer guide or visit the appropriate fitness section to preview the programs or call 780-497-5300 for more information.

Gymnasium Re-opened

The lighting upgrades and upkeep in the gymnasium is complete. Check the daily schedule for availability.

July Newsletter Available On Line

For the latest on what's happening at the MacEwan Centre sign-up for our monthly Newsletter. It contains information on fitness and aquatics programs and classes, recreation activities, expert tips, nutritional advice, recipes and important announcements.

All you need is your email address to sign-up and you can unsubscribe at anytime.

Read the July Newsletter or subscribe to receive it.

Spring/ Summer Guide 2010 Now Available

The Spring / Summer Guide is available for download.

Get a copy to find out our exciting line-up of pregrams and activites, including our always popular Urban Bootcamp, Pilates and Yoga classes, aerobics and 55+ classes. Back again is Heart Health, Discover Your Fit, Runner's Yoga and Hip Hop in Heels . Plus, check out our new programs like Zumba Fitness, Beginner Bootcamp and Pilates for Weight Loss.

There are three streams of programming: Get on the Right Track, programs for refferred participants, novice and/ or healthy living enthusiasts; Stay on the Right Track, programs for special interests and/ or intermediate levels of fitness; and Performance and Assessment, programs for special interests, sport-specific needs and/ or intermediate through advanced levels of fitness.

Value-Added Classes are free for members and include morning, lunch hour, after work and evening classes. Download our Spring/ Summer 2010 Value-Added and Registered ProgramsRegistration for Spring/ Summer programs is now open.

Fun N' Fit

This class is specifically designed for those with a need to exercise in a supportive environment. In our private studio, our instructors will lead an energizing series of fun group exercises where everyone can participate at their own level.  Come out and join the fun in being and staying healthy.

Wed / Fri / 11:15-12am / Fitness Studio Room 8-202

10-Punch Pass $40.50

Spin Classes

High Velocity Spin
Gear up for a spinning adventure with superb spin instructors to guide you through cycling strength exercise, super speed work, challenging hills and more. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced cyclist, you will be able to challenge yourself as you set the level of intensity that suits your individual fitness level.

Classes are free for members or $9 for drop-in. Please be punctual to allow time for bike set up.

Superspin & Core
This class is a combo of 40-45 min. of challenging spin intervals and hill work and fun group games followed by 15-20 min. of hard core exercises and cool-down stretches. All levels of fitness are welcome. We provide the motivating guidance; you choose your effort level.

Classes are free for members or $9 for drop-in.

Avoid the line-ups and reserve your favourite Spin Bike for only $20/month. Every time you come in for your class you are guaranteed a spot in our popular spin classes.

Aquatic Programming Update

The decision to defer the closing of the aquatics facility until a thorough review has been conducted was made on March 18, 2010. A Review Task Team has been established which will be co-chaired by the President of the MacEwan Faculty Association and the Vice President, Student Services. The mandate of the Review Task Team will be to review and make recommendations to the President on the aquatic centre, as well as the fitness centre at the City Centre campus. The Task Team will begin their deliberations in early May with the anticipated date of December 2010 for completion of the review and making recommendations.

Until the review is complete, and recommendations approved, the following programs and activities will be offered in the aquatic centre:

      • Academic and curricular programming
      • MacEwan student-focused programming
      • Campus Recreation
      • Designated Public Swims
      • Designated Lane Swims
      • Masters Swim Club
      • Triathlon Program
      • Community Group Rentals (where feasible
      • Birthday Parties (where feasible)

Programs, rentals and lessons which are currently scheduled until the end of June will continue as planned.

The work of the Review Task Team will be posted to a website which will allow individuals to access and be apprised of their progress.

We continue to appreciate your patience and understanding.

Lisa Pittet

Senior Manager, Sport & Wellness