As many of you know, Talisman Centre's popular Get Ripped! group fitness class is going on hiatus during the 2010 facility enhancement project. (The classes will still be available elsewhere in Calgary, and details can be found here.)
To say goodbye, Talisman Centre is hosting a three-hour Ripped-A-Thon fundraiser on February 15th, from 9:00AM to 12 Noon!
The event will act as a fundraiser for "Inn From the Cold", and in addition to the $12.50 registration fee payable at the Customer Service Desk, we're asking participants to bring some canned goods to donate. In fact, those canned goods will act as your weights during the Ripped-A-Thon, so make sure you bring what you can lift!
See one of the friendly employees at the Customer Service Desk at Talisman Centre for more details, and to register to participate in the Ripped-A-Thon. See you there!
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Sunday, January 31, 2010
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Construction Update Roundup!
Crane Technique: Preparations are moving forward for the placement of the construction cranes outside the building.
In Through the Out Door: Construction is underway creating the two temporary Customer Service Desk entrances in the Foundation Lounge and in the Fitness Centre.
Traffic Stop: The traffic circle on the south end of the building will be closed as of March 1st, 2010.
Go with the flow: The temporary showers for the pool deck are being designed and will be ready to flow on March 1st 2010.
Stay tuned to the blog to keep up-to-date with all the latest news and information about Talisman Centre!
In Through the Out Door: Construction is underway creating the two temporary Customer Service Desk entrances in the Foundation Lounge and in the Fitness Centre.
Traffic Stop: The traffic circle on the south end of the building will be closed as of March 1st, 2010.
Go with the flow: The temporary showers for the pool deck are being designed and will be ready to flow on March 1st 2010.
Stay tuned to the blog to keep up-to-date with all the latest news and information about Talisman Centre!
Auction Action! Feb 10 -17!
Starting February 10th, and running through to the 17th, the Fitness Centre auction will go live on www.talismancentre.com! This online auction will allow anyone to bid on super-great (albeit slightly used) equipment that the Fitness Centre no longer requires. Get your bids in and your wallets out! (I'll warn you right now, though: No amount of equipment in your basement is going to give you that je ne sais quoi, one-of-a-kind "Talisman Centre Feeling" that you get from coming to the Fitness Centre.)
Stay tuned for dates and details, including a list of all the items up for bid, which will be posted soon!
Stay tuned for dates and details, including a list of all the items up for bid, which will be posted soon!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Drop-in fee on Sunday donated to Haiti Relief
On Sunday, January 31st, from 7:00AM to 10:00PM, buy a drop-in admission at Talisman Centre and help relief efforts in Haiti. 100% of your drop-in admission fee that day will be donated to The Canadian Red Cross. If you come to Talisman Centre that day, you will be given the option of paying the discounted drop-in rate (part of our last-Sunday-of-the-month 1983 pricing promotion), or paying the full drop-in amount and having your donation to the Red Cross be that much more generous.
Invite your family and friends to Talisman Centre on Sunday, January 31st, and let's help The Canadian Red Cross with its important humanitarian mission.
Invite your family and friends to Talisman Centre on Sunday, January 31st, and let's help The Canadian Red Cross with its important humanitarian mission.
Canadian Red Cross
The Red Cross emblem is universally recognized as a symbol of protection and neutrality. Use of the emblem is reserved in Canada by law for the exclusive use of The Canadian Red Cross Society and for the military's medical service during armed conflicts. All other uses are strictly prohibited, except with the express consent of the Canadian Red Cross.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Childcare winding up in February
The last day of childcare in 2010 will be February 15th. We anticipate that Childcare will return to Talisman Centre in 2011 after the tented portion reopens!
Monday, January 18, 2010
Parking Alert for the morning of Tuesday, January 19
Tuesday January 19th Dominion Construction will be extending their blue barricaded area. This will impact the parking on the North side of the main entrance towards Lifemark. Our parking will be reduced by approx 20 stalls. This will only be for tomorrow morning only and the parking should be back to normal by 1:00pm.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Track #2 will be unavailable through 2010.
Talisman Centre's main track, the one that circles Gyms 1, 2 and 3, is closing with the rest of the tented portion of Talisman Centre at the end of February.
Track #2 is located in the Dr. Neville Lindsay building, and it will also be closed effective March 1, 2010 until construction ends. Why is this happening, you may ask? Three reasons:
Track #2 is located in the Dr. Neville Lindsay building, and it will also be closed effective March 1, 2010 until construction ends. Why is this happening, you may ask? Three reasons:
- Activities are planned for gyms 4 and 5 (around which the track runs) that, for health and safety reasons, are not conducive to having runners/walkers on the adjacent track.
- Equipment will be stored inside the track area, blocking the paths of would-be track-users.
- Spectators and other participants in gyms 4 and 5 will require the space due to court lines.
Your Q and A's for the week of January 18
Q. Is the cost of a locker rental going up this year?
A. No. Lockers can be used for 25 cents for the remainder of 2010. We are expecting the new lockers that will be in place in 2011 to accept dollar coins.
Q. Where can we park other than the main parking lot?
A. There is no official offsite parking for Talisman Centre customers, although we encourage people to use public transit, if that is a viable option for them. The good news is that we're going to have more parking spaces available than we thought we were, so we don't expect parking at Talisman Centre to be a problem. We are finalizing an arrangement that would allow Talisman Centre employees to park elsewhere, which would further relieve any strain on our lot.
Q. Will we have to walk through the weight room to access the change rooms once the main entrances are closed?
A. Yes, if you enter on the "dryland" side of the building. Both the dryland and aquatic sides of the building will be accessible to one another via hoarding, but depending on the side you enter, you will need to pass through the weight room in order to get to the change rooms.
Email your questions to: info@talismancentre.com
A. No. Lockers can be used for 25 cents for the remainder of 2010. We are expecting the new lockers that will be in place in 2011 to accept dollar coins.
Q. Where can we park other than the main parking lot?
A. There is no official offsite parking for Talisman Centre customers, although we encourage people to use public transit, if that is a viable option for them. The good news is that we're going to have more parking spaces available than we thought we were, so we don't expect parking at Talisman Centre to be a problem. We are finalizing an arrangement that would allow Talisman Centre employees to park elsewhere, which would further relieve any strain on our lot.
Q. Will we have to walk through the weight room to access the change rooms once the main entrances are closed?
A. Yes, if you enter on the "dryland" side of the building. Both the dryland and aquatic sides of the building will be accessible to one another via hoarding, but depending on the side you enter, you will need to pass through the weight room in order to get to the change rooms.
Email your questions to: info@talismancentre.com
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Extra Public Lane Swim this weekend!
Due to some cancellations, we are now happy to offer the following additional Public Lane Swim times this weekend:
Friday, January 15th
5:00am – 7:30am - 2 lanes
7:30am – 4:00pm - 4 lanes
5:30pm – 11:00pm - 4 lanes
Saturday, January 16th
6:00am – 8:00am - 8 lanes
10am – 11:30am - 4 lanes
11:30am – 10pm - 8 lanes
Always check our daily schedules for the latest information!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Your 2010 Questions Answered!
Q: What is happening with the water that is being drained from the aquatic side?
A: The project team worked with the City of Calgary regarding the water disposal from the pools. A number of recycling options were proposed and evaluated. The pool water prior to draining has been treated to lower the chlorine level. The pool water is being drained into the sanitary sewer system which then flows into one of the three City of Calgary Wastewater Treatment plants.
Q: How can I access the pooldeck from the Family Caregiver Changrooms?
A: Direct access onto the pooldeck from the Family Caregiver Changerooms has been closed off as the pool area is now considered a construction zone. To access the pooldeck, you will need to go through the Men’s or Women’s Public Locker Rooms. In cases where travel requires the accompaniment of a different gender, please contact the Customer Service Desk on the Main Concourse and we will be happy to assist you. In the near future, there will be a covered safety walkway constructed to provide you with direct access to the training pool.
Q: What is happening with the 10-card pass and drop-in admissions in 2010?
A: The 10-card pass is considered a "membership" category and yes we are still selling 10-card passes in 2010. The 10-card pass will permit access after 3pm. The “No drop-in admission after 3pm” and cessation of late rate applies starting March 1, 2010.
Q: What is happening with the Executive Locker Rooms?
A: The Executive Locker Rooms will close as scheduled on January 31, 2010 to begin preparation for the transition to temporary locker room space in 2010. The public locker rooms will remain open until it is time to start renovations.
Q: What is happening with Café Sante?
A: As of January 1, 2010, Café Santé is operating with reduced hours and operating hours may vary depending on the volume of sales. In addition, the Café Team is working to creatively utilize the food inventory so the menu selection may not always be available as posted. Café Santé is scheduled to close on Friday, February 12, 2010.
Send your 2010 questions to info@talismancentre.com!
A: The project team worked with the City of Calgary regarding the water disposal from the pools. A number of recycling options were proposed and evaluated. The pool water prior to draining has been treated to lower the chlorine level. The pool water is being drained into the sanitary sewer system which then flows into one of the three City of Calgary Wastewater Treatment plants.
Q: How can I access the pooldeck from the Family Caregiver Changrooms?
A: Direct access onto the pooldeck from the Family Caregiver Changerooms has been closed off as the pool area is now considered a construction zone. To access the pooldeck, you will need to go through the Men’s or Women’s Public Locker Rooms. In cases where travel requires the accompaniment of a different gender, please contact the Customer Service Desk on the Main Concourse and we will be happy to assist you. In the near future, there will be a covered safety walkway constructed to provide you with direct access to the training pool.
Q: What is happening with the 10-card pass and drop-in admissions in 2010?
A: The 10-card pass is considered a "membership" category and yes we are still selling 10-card passes in 2010. The 10-card pass will permit access after 3pm. The “No drop-in admission after 3pm” and cessation of late rate applies starting March 1, 2010.
Q: What is happening with the Executive Locker Rooms?
A: The Executive Locker Rooms will close as scheduled on January 31, 2010 to begin preparation for the transition to temporary locker room space in 2010. The public locker rooms will remain open until it is time to start renovations.
Q: What is happening with Café Sante?
A: As of January 1, 2010, Café Santé is operating with reduced hours and operating hours may vary depending on the volume of sales. In addition, the Café Team is working to creatively utilize the food inventory so the menu selection may not always be available as posted. Café Santé is scheduled to close on Friday, February 12, 2010.
Send your 2010 questions to info@talismancentre.com!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Ripped! at Fitness Plus in 2010
As many of you are aware, starting on Monday, February 15th we are unable to offer our popular Ripped drop-in fitness class at Talisman Centre. This is due to our 2010 construction project, which means that Ripped will be on hiatus at Talisman Centre until 2011, but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy your Ripped workouts in 2010! To find out more about your options at Fitness Plus locations in Calgary, download the special PDF or visit our Ripped info page.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Childcare Hours for the Months of Jan/Feb
For the months of January and February 2010, childcare must be accessed via the doors outside the Riverview room on the north side of our building.
We will be observing all regular hours of operation for the month of January:
Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3pm
Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5pm-8pm (Last evenings Jan 25&27)
Saturdays from 10am-2pm
Sundays from 9:45am -2pm
Unfortunately, due to the approaching start of our renovations and a decline in demand, our evening hours will NOT be available during the month of February. We apologize for any inconvienence this may cause.
For the month of February, our hours of operation will be:
Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3pm
Saturdays from 10am-2pm
Sundays from 9:45am -2pm
Our Last day for Childcare Will be February 15 2010. This is a holiday and it is also the last day for the Ripped class. We anticipate it may be busy on this day so if you are considering coming in
we suggest that you prebook you child's spot to avoid any disappointment.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact our Customer Service Desk, or you may phone Childcare directly at 403-355-1273. Thank you!
We will be observing all regular hours of operation for the month of January:
Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3pm
Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5pm-8pm (Last evenings Jan 25&27)
Saturdays from 10am-2pm
Sundays from 9:45am -2pm
Unfortunately, due to the approaching start of our renovations and a decline in demand, our evening hours will NOT be available during the month of February. We apologize for any inconvienence this may cause.
For the month of February, our hours of operation will be:
Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3pm
Saturdays from 10am-2pm
Sundays from 9:45am -2pm
Our Last day for Childcare Will be February 15 2010. This is a holiday and it is also the last day for the Ripped class. We anticipate it may be busy on this day so if you are considering coming in
we suggest that you prebook you child's spot to avoid any disappointment.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact our Customer Service Desk, or you may phone Childcare directly at 403-355-1273. Thank you!
The 2010 Fitness Centre Shuffle
Here is a brief summary of the most recent changes in the Fitness Centre:
Free Weights:
This area is now located mostly in the Fit Zone (lower level)
· 3 or the 4 racks of heavy dumbbells have been relocated to the fitness zone (lower level) beside the mechanical room
One rack of free weights remains beside the stairs in the main weight room (beside the gyms) leading to the cardio deck.
Plate Loaded & Weight Stack Machines:
· We have moved a selection of machines into the fit zone (lower level) from the main weight room (beside the gyms). There are specific chest, back, leg areas and the cable machines have moved to beside the stairs leading to the mezzanine.
Squat Rack / Smith Machines:
· One squat rack & one smith machine have moved into the area where the blue stretching mats were located. We hope to move another squat rack into that location in the next 6 weeks.
Stretching Area:
· The main stretching area is now located in the main weight room (beside the gyms). This is a temporary location and a permanent one will be in place in the Fit Zone in the next 6 weeks.
· Adjustable mat – this is temporarily located by the elevator in the Fit Zone (lower level). This will move in the next 6 weeks to beside the waterfall wall (currently beside the fitness centre desk).
Adapted Equipment:
· Parallel bars – now located in front of the waterfall wall (beside the fitness centre desk)
· Hand bike & hand/foot bike – now located in front of the waterfall wall (beside the fitness centre desk)
· Adjustable mat – this is temporarily located by the elevator in the Fit Zone (lower level). This will move in the next 6 weeks to beside the waterfall wall (currently beside the fitness centre desk).
· Equalizer – this is now located beside the pillar by the stairs leading to the mezzanine.
Free Weights:
This area is now located mostly in the Fit Zone (lower level)
· 3 or the 4 racks of heavy dumbbells have been relocated to the fitness zone (lower level) beside the mechanical room
One rack of free weights remains beside the stairs in the main weight room (beside the gyms) leading to the cardio deck.
Plate Loaded & Weight Stack Machines:
· We have moved a selection of machines into the fit zone (lower level) from the main weight room (beside the gyms). There are specific chest, back, leg areas and the cable machines have moved to beside the stairs leading to the mezzanine.
Squat Rack / Smith Machines:
· One squat rack & one smith machine have moved into the area where the blue stretching mats were located. We hope to move another squat rack into that location in the next 6 weeks.
Stretching Area:
· The main stretching area is now located in the main weight room (beside the gyms). This is a temporary location and a permanent one will be in place in the Fit Zone in the next 6 weeks.
· Adjustable mat – this is temporarily located by the elevator in the Fit Zone (lower level). This will move in the next 6 weeks to beside the waterfall wall (currently beside the fitness centre desk).
Adapted Equipment:
· Parallel bars – now located in front of the waterfall wall (beside the fitness centre desk)
· Hand bike & hand/foot bike – now located in front of the waterfall wall (beside the fitness centre desk)
· Adjustable mat – this is temporarily located by the elevator in the Fit Zone (lower level). This will move in the next 6 weeks to beside the waterfall wall (currently beside the fitness centre desk).
· Equalizer – this is now located beside the pillar by the stairs leading to the mezzanine.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Where to find answers about 2010?
Talisman Centre is looking different every day as our 2010 construction project continues to ramp up! Maybe your regular routine has been interrupted, or maybe you're barely noticing a difference. Either way, here's a refresher on the best places to get your 2010 info.
But what if you still want to know more? More details? More about the construction process, or even why it's happening? If you can't find satisfaction with any of the above methods, than this contact list is for you. These are the people, phone numbers, email addresses and websites where you may direct your questions and/or concerns, depending on their nature:
Questions about Talisman Centre's Facility Upgrade:
Call: 3-1-1
E-mail: 3-1-1contactus@calgary.ca
You can also visit the City of Calgary's Talisman Centre Page
Talisman Centre customer/operations inquiries:
Call: 403-233-8393
E-mail: info@talismancentre.com (or use our handy contact form)
Visit www.talismancentre.com/2010
Media inquiries on Talisman Centre operations:
Robin Mitchell
President & Chief Operating Officer of Talisman Centre
ph: 403-233-8393
- The Blog. First of all, the fact that you're reading this means you know about our blog. That's good, because the day-to-day updates and alerts about the project that may impact you will be posted here first. So if this is your first time reading the blog, keep coming back!
- The Guide. Secondly, when it comes to programs and services, you should really take a look at our 2010 Guide. It has virtually everything you need to know about programs and services being offered this year.
- The Site. Third, a great resource are our Q&A's. These are organized by topic, and can be found on our dedicated 2010 site: www.talismancentre.com/2010. (There's a tab for it at the top of this page, next to the "Blog" tab.) The Q&A's are updated frequently, and in addition to the blog, should answer all of the most frequently asked questions.
But what if you still want to know more? More details? More about the construction process, or even why it's happening? If you can't find satisfaction with any of the above methods, than this contact list is for you. These are the people, phone numbers, email addresses and websites where you may direct your questions and/or concerns, depending on their nature:
Questions about Talisman Centre's Facility Upgrade:
Call: 3-1-1
E-mail: 3-1-1contactus@calgary.ca
You can also visit the City of Calgary's Talisman Centre Page
Talisman Centre customer/operations inquiries:
Call: 403-233-8393
E-mail: info@talismancentre.com (or use our handy contact form)
Visit www.talismancentre.com/2010
Media inquiries on Talisman Centre operations:
Robin Mitchell
President & Chief Operating Officer of Talisman Centre
ph: 403-233-8393
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Why is the Steam Room closed?
As of January 1, 2010, the aquatic side of the tent has been closed to the public to prepare for the facility enhancement project.
We have been asked why the steam room is no longer available. The steam room is closed for three reasons:
1. As of January 1, 2010 there are no lifeguards scheduled in the competition pool area as it is now considered a construction zone.
2. Power to the steam room is being cut and redirected to accommodate the roof work.
3. We couldn't guarantee consistent and regulated heating, ie. the steam room would either be too hot or too cold.
Thank you for your understanding as we undergo this process.
We have been asked why the steam room is no longer available. The steam room is closed for three reasons:
1. As of January 1, 2010 there are no lifeguards scheduled in the competition pool area as it is now considered a construction zone.
2. Power to the steam room is being cut and redirected to accommodate the roof work.
3. We couldn't guarantee consistent and regulated heating, ie. the steam room would either be too hot or too cold.
Thank you for your understanding as we undergo this process.
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