The Calgary Rowing Club is an interesting mix of really fit, really tanned instructors, really rich…read morepatrons who own their own sculling boats and pay exorbitant amounts for membership, and a rundown building from the 70s that probably hasn't been updated in any way. The Adult Learn to Row course was the reason I was there, and really loved it. While a bit pricey, it offers an experience nearly unattainable in Calgary, and it's a great way to spend a few summer evenings. I suggest taking any opportunity you might have to get in one of the boats here. The instructors are knowledgeable and have an overwhelming passion for rowing.

From the owner: We offer competitive and recreational rowing programs for adult and youth aged 12- 80+ through…read moreAdult Learn to Row programs, Corporate Rowing programs and Youth Camps among regular weekly programming. New members are always welcome.

This is a pretty awesome facility! They seem to be well organized and booked with continues…read moreactivities all the time. Ball Hockey for little munchkins in the early morning all the way to grown ups playing some sort of men's league hockey. Next to the hockey area, they have two full size basketball courts and soccer which they play league games or tournaments I'm guessing. As well as a couple work out areas where I've seen them throwing footballs in some sort of training programs. Overall, the facility is in very good condition even though the building looks old. Read on their site, you can book the facility for whatever you may need. I would recommend looking into this facility if you need to book sporting events or hold league games as it's a pretty nice facility.

I didn't know what to expect since the outside of this facility looks like it would be a dated…read morefacility. Not true at all when entering since it's clean, open and a nice facility for sports. We were there for a kids basketball game. 2 basketball courts, a ball hockey rink and a dry land training area. A little off the beaten path, but worth checking out! Do note the parking is a challenge in front. They have a small lot to park that is very busy. They also have an over flow lot so don't get discouraged looking for it.

If you're like me and you don't know your way around the U of C campus, the Jack Simpson Gym can be…read morea bit hard to find. It's right near the Olympic Oval, and access to the gym is from the lower level. The gym is home to The Dinos basketball and volleyball teams. It was also home to my Ultimate Frisbee game on Sunday afternoon. The gym is quite large. With most indoor gyms, we usually end up playing very close to the walls. Not here! With the exception of the bleachers at the ends being a bit close, we had plenty of room to run and chase after that flying white disc. The gym floors were in fantastic condition, the court was well lit and the facilities were clean. It made for one good indoor game!

It's a good gym with good equipment but nothing overly special. If you don't want to go broke,…read moredon't go here because holy hell are the prices outrageous. Went for a drop in to workout with a friend who goes there, expecting an average $12-$15 drop in fee... ITS $26?! There's no way that is even close to justifiable. Considering the memberships are also $80/month, GoodLife should have the nicest gyms in the country but they're average at best for "nicer gyms". Won't be going back. The Glencoe Club has a drop-in fee for $20 (if one of your family members is a member there) & that place is an entire resort.

I signed up for a 7 day membership to test out the gym and was ready to sign up for a 2 year…read moremembership, mainly out of proximity to home. When I went in to sign the contract, I was told that I had an outstanding balance of $250 from when I was a member 2 years ago. I was told that it was sent to collection (affecting my credit negatively) and that I would have to pay the full amount to be able to sign up again. First, I wasn't able to get an explanation to why I had that $250 outstanding. I was given a 1-800 number and every time I call, it says they can't take new callers and hangs up. The request forms on line don't work, so I can't even get an explanation from their head offices. Second, they sold the debt to a collection company, which means that it was written off by them and they no longer own said debt. Asking to collect on a debt they no longer own is misleading and deceptive. They want me to pay the $250, for which they have no explanation, and if I were to pay, then there is still a collection company out there I still owe $250 to as well. Now I'm out $500 ?! That is definitely double dipping and they are more worried about squeezing money from customers than they are about customer retention. As for the gym itself, it is located in eau claire market, which is depressing and deserted most of the time. It starts your gym routine in a depressing mood. There are a lot of squat cages, but the cardio machines are outdated and falling apart. The stationary bicycles aren't bolted down properly, so they shake or are unbalanced when peddling with any effort. Most of the TVs come in grainy on the cardio equipment. Definitely not enough room for the free weights, so people are constantly stepping on each other for space. Then people are forced to work out around the squat cages, which makes using them very awkward. There are plenty of better gyms in my opinion in the core, that offer a better atmosphere and aren't only worried about gouging customers

Just came here to see my boyfriend's son take ice skating lessons and was just wowed by this…read morefacility. Saw some speedskaters in training, a hockey game going on and skating lessons for kids....if this gives you any idea of the size of this place. From what I understand, it has the fastest ice in the world, hence making it the ideal place to break records- not that I was going to try... After the skating lesson, there was public skating allowed and I got to skate on the ice of the speedskaters.... not being the greatest figure skater there is, I had to be assisted for a while until I felt comfortable enough to go on my own. I am proud to say - no falls :) I actually had a great time and was able to hold my own. No wonder this was the location for olympic events.... Wish there was a facility like this in Texas....but then again, that is Canada for you....home of hockey....

Finally made it to Aforza Tennis to play indoor tennis. There's a restaurant attached upstairs,…read moreChefs N Farmers. Courts are booked in hourly time slots at $25.00/hour + GST. Good - 8 indoor tennis (six bubble, two building) and three padel courts - Courts are in good shape - Online booking system shows real time court availability - No initiation fee for memberships. Adult membership is $720.00/year. No limit on court booking, but maximum of one booking per day - Friendly staff working the front - $20.00 labour for re-stringing Bad - Extremely poor layout in the bubble to get to your court. The only way to walk through is the MIDDLE of everyone's courts. Never seen this at a club before. Wastes several precious minutes of your court time - For non-members, it's an additional $10.00/person fee. For two non-members, a court booking costs $45.00 + GST for one hour - No out of town membership options - Have to commit to a full year membership (and can't cancel early) - Ball fluff is everywhere on the courts - Divider nets are poor quality; holes in the net and doesn't fully cover the court openings - Men's locker is cramped Good if you're a member, not so much as a non-member. 3.5 stars.

Excellent record store, very reasonable pricing on used records and very friendly service. My…read morefavorite vinyl store in Calgary

First stop on the vinyl break, and made it just in time before closing. They were setting up for a…read moreshow so all the bins were moved around and couldn't really get the full experience. HUGE selection of new vinyl going the gamut of genre. I found a Jesu record I've been looking for so was pretty happy about that. Not a lot of used vinyl, which is what I was looking for. Guy behind the desk was helpful.