Stay Fit and Have Fun in YYC – Part 2
We’ve gathered some more ideas for you to stay active in Calgary without having to hit the traditional gym. Besides being super fun activities, you can still enjoy them when it’s cold outside! Here we go:
Puppy Yoga
If there’s one thing we all love, it’s puppies! What’s better than combining these adorable furballs with a yoga class? Puppy yoga is a session where you’re surrounded by these cuties while staying active. It’s not only a great workout, but it’s also super beneficial for your mental health. For the puppies, it’s a fantastic opportunity to socialize and get their first experiences with humans. Each weekend, they bring in a different breed. You can find more about it on their Instagram.
Location: 117 17 Ave NE #1, Calgary
Price: $45.00 + GST
Website: calgarypuppyyoga.com
Instagram: @puppyyoga.calgary
LaunchPad Golf
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you have to put your clubs away! Have you heard of LaunchPad Golf? With two locations in Calgary, it’s all about making the game accessible and exciting! They offer a variety of fun games to play, along with a cool performance tracking system that helps players improve through swing analysis and shot tracking. With personalized training programs and real-time feedback, you can easily see your progress. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, LaunchPad Golf adds a fun spin to the sport, making it a blast to enjoy!
Location: 31 Heritage Pointe Dr, Heritage Pointe, AB T1S 4H1 and 34133 E Harmony Cir, Rocky View, AB T3Z 2G7
Price:
- $60/hour + GST – Monday/Wednesday/Thursday – Before 3pm
- $70/hour + GST – Monday/Wednesday/Thursday – After 3pm
- $80/hour + GST – Friday/Saturday/Sunday & Stat Holidays.
Groups of 1-6 players per suite.
Website: launchpadgolf.com
Instagram: @launch.pad.golf
Barre Belle
Barre Belle is a fitness program that combines elements of barre, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and strength training. It focuses on providing a full-body workout that’s accessible to all fitness levels, making it an attractive option for those looking to challenge themselves while having fun. You don’t need dance experience, and flexibility and coordination improve over time!
Location: 1110 Kensington Rd NW #200, Calgary, AB T2N 3P1
Price: $29.99 a month or $249.99 a year after a 14-day free trial + GST
Website: barrebelle.ca
Instagram: @barrebellestudios
Jiu-Jitsu Class
Have you heard of Jiu-Jitsu? This sport and martial art originated in Japan and is now globally known for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It’s a grappling sport where the athlete tries to control their opponent through techniques until they can immobilize them. Practitioners see Jiu-Jitsu not just as a sport but as a philosophy of life, as it trains both the body and the mind, emphasizing principles like humility.
There are various Jiu-Jitsu academies around Calgary with different prices and promotions. Here are a few examples:
- Alavanca
Location: 209 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1J9, 14387 Macleod Trail SW Calgary, AB T2Y 1M7 and 2920 Kingsview Blvd SE #3153 Airdrie, AB T4A 0A9
Website: alavancayyc.com
Instagram: @alavancahq
- Carlson Gracie Calgary
Location: 7060 Farrell Rd SE Bay D, Calgary, AB T2H 0T2
Website: carlsonsgracie.com
Instagram: @carlsongraciecalgary
- The Kodokan Jiu-Jitsu Club
Location: 4127 6 St NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6V5
Website: kodokanyyc.com
Instagram: @kodokan_yyc