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Play in a lunchtime sports league, energize your mornings with a class before work, or unwind with a workout or swim in the evening. Sport and Wellness makes it convenient and fun to stay active.

Regular exercise boosts energy, sharpens focus, and improves mental clarity. Just 30–45 minutes a day can reduce stress, lift your mood, and keep you motivated. Our flexible programs and classes make it simple to prioritize your health and get the most out of your day.

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Use Your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

Turn your employee benefits into fitness, fun, and wellness! Use your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund to cover the cost of these eligible fitness, recreation, and wellness programs below.

If you prefer to cover the cost yourself, you can register online or in person at the Sport and Wellness Welcome Desk.

Taxable Benefit Information

Any funding received for Sport and Wellness courses and programs will be considered a taxable benefit as per Revenue Canada regulations. The assessment and adjustment to your pay cheque will be processed in the month following the start of the course or activity.

Cancellation Policy for AMA-Funded Registrations

To withdraw from a program or course that you have paid for using AMA funds email pd@macewan.ca.

Cancellations after the withdrawal deadline (listed on the course page and under each program below) are not eligible for AMA fund reimbursement and will still be considered a taxable benefit.

An employee annual membership includes access to all drop-in classes, the fitness centre, gym, and pool, and member rates on registered programs. Access to MacEwan Activities funds can be used to purchase an annual membership.

Price Course Number
$400 4017

Other Employee Membership & Pass Options

Not eligible for Access to MacEwan Activities funds

Day Pass 1-Week Pass 10-Visit Pass 1-Month Pass Ongoing Monthly Membership Annual Spouse Membership
Employee $7 $15 $63 $50 $40
Employee Spouse - - - - $45 $450

Employee passes and ongoing monthly memberships are not eligible for Access to MacEwan Activities funds. To qualify for spouse/partner pricing, the employee must have an active membership or pass of the same type.

How to Purchase an Annual Membership Using Your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form. Enter the course number in the designated field.
  2. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. This is not a membership confirmation email.
  3. Sport and Wellness will process your membership application and email you within a few days once it’s activated. Please note, your membership is not active until you receive this confirmation email.

Employee Annual Memberships are non-refundable. Employees who currently have an ongoing monthly membership can contact Sport and Wellness to cancel and switch to an annual membership.

Get one-on-one support tailored to your fitness goals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your routine, our certified trainers will help you stay motivated and achieve results.

Train with a Friend

Save money by training together with family members, friends, or coworkers. The session cost remains the same, whether it's for an individual or a small group. Each group can include up to three participants. Group sessions must be paid for in a single transaction.

SESSIONS PUBLIC PRICE MEMBER PRICE COURSE NUMBER
1 x 60-min $86 $78 4003
5 x 60-min $378 $338 4004
10 x 60-min $723 $643 4005
10 x 30-min $398 $358 4007
20 x 30-min $753 $678 4008

How to Purchase Personal Training Sessions Using Access to MacEwan Activities Funds

  1. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form. Enter the course number for the number of sessions you'd like in the designated field.
  2. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of your personal training purchase.
  3. Sport and Wellness will process your personal training application and email you within a few days with confirmation and booking instructions.

Personal training must be paid for prior to booking and must be used within one year from the date of purchase. Unused sessions will expire after this period and cannot be refunded or transferred.

This program includes:

  • A 4-month employee membership
  • One registered fitness course
  • Access to the NIRSA video library with virtual fitness classes from universities across Canada
  • Wellness for Employee Success handbook

Program start dates: January, May, September

PRICE COURSE NUMBER
$295 4000

How to Register for Fabulous Four using your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Browse our fitness and aquatic programs and select a registered course. Courses are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
  2. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form. Enter the course number in the designated field and specify which registered course you'd like to take in the "Additional Notes" section.
    Note: You do not need to submit a separate application form for the fitness class.
  3. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of your membership or fitness course registration.
  4. Sport and Wellness will process your Fabulous Four application and email you within a few days to confirm your membership and fitness course registration. Your membership is not active until you receive this email.

Fabulous Four memberships are non-refundable and cannot be frozen. Existing employee memberships can be frozen for the duration of the program but will not reduce program fees.

Stay active and connect with colleagues, students, and the community through our Rec Leagues, offering a variety of sports like pickleball, badminton, basketball, and volleyball. With some leagues running at lunchtime, it's a convenient way to stay active during the workday. Please note: rec leagues are open to staff, students, and the public.

League start dates: January, May, September

How to Register for a Rec League using your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Browse our rec leagues. Click on the league you are interested in to view dates, times and obtain the course ID for your application form.
  2. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form.
  3. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of your league registration.
  4. Sport and Wellness will process your league registration and email you within a few days to confirm your registration and provide details on next steps and required forms.

Rec League Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, participants must withdraw seven full business days before the first game. Withdrawals made after this deadline will not be refunded, except in circumstances where valid medical documentation is provided.

Each term, we offer a wide range of registered fitness courses, including yoga, Pilates, cardio, strength, and aquatic fitness.
Please note: fitness classes are open to staff, students, and the public.

Course start dates: January, May, September

How to Register for a Fitness Course using your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Browse current fitness and aquatic programs labeled “Registered”. Drop-in classes are not eligible for Access to MacEwan Activities funds.
  2. Click on the program you are interested in to view dates, times and obtain the course ID for your application form.
  3. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form.
  4. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of you fitness course registration.
  5. Sport and Wellness will process your course registration and email you within a few days to confirm your registration and provide additional information.

Fitness Course Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, participants must withdraw from the fitness course by the withdrawal deadline indicated on the class information page, typically three full business days before the class start date. Withdrawals made after this deadline will not be refunded, except in cases where valid medical documentation is provided. Missed classes are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.

Learn to swim and build confidence in the water, or improve your swimming skills and refine your strokes with group or private lessons.

Group swim lessons are open to staff, students, and the public. Private lessons can be taught one-on-one or shared with a second participant at no additional cost, making it a great option for learning with a friend.

How to Register for Swim Lessons using your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Browse current swim lessons being offered. Click on the lesson you are interested in to view dates, times and obtain the course ID for your application form.
  2. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form.
  3. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of your lesson registration.
  4. Sport and Wellness will process your swim lesson registration and email you within a few days to confirm your registration and provide additional information.

Swim Lesson Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, participants must withdraw from the swim lesson by the withdrawal deadline indicated on the class information page, typically seven full business days before the class start date. Withdrawals made after this deadline will not be refunded, except in cases where valid medical documentation is provided. Missed classes are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.

Get expert care with comprehensive assessments and personalized treatment plans. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or looking to enhance performance, our athletic therapy services can help you move and feel your best.

SESSIONS PUBLIC PRICE MEMBER PRICE COURSE NUMBER
Initial assessment and 1 treatment $100 $90 4012
Initial assessment and 5 treatments $475 $425 4011
Follow-up treatment $78 $70 4013
6 treatments $450 $402 4010

How to Purchase Athletic Therapy Sessions using your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form. Enter the course number for the type/number of sessions you'd like to purchase in the designated field.
  2. Once your AMA application is approved, you’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of your athletic therapy session purchase.
  3. Sport and Wellness will process your athletic therapy purchase and email you within a few days with confirmation and additional details.

You can use your Access to MacEwan Activities to cover MacEwan Sport and Wellness camps for your kids! That means more fun, fitness, and adventure—all while making the most of your employee benefits.

Funds can only be used for camps for dependents—children for whom you are the legal guardian.

How to Register your Child for Camp using your Access to MacEwan Activities Fund

  1. Browse the summer camps page to view available summer camps. Click on the camp you are interested in to view dates, times and obtain the course ID for your AMA application form.
  2. Complete the Access to MacEwan Activities application form.
  3. You’ll receive an email from PD confirming the approval. Please note that this email is not a confirmation of camp registration.
  4. Sport and Wellness will then process your camp registration request and email you within a few days to confirm whether your child has been registered or waitlisted.
    If your child is waitlisted and a spot becomes available, you will receive an automated email from Sport and Wellness. You will have 2 days to confirm if you want the spot. To secure it, forward the email to Cindy Boisvert (boisvertc25@macewan.ca) , who will complete the registration. Please do not reply to the email or go to the Welcome Desk.
  5. If you've already registered and paid with personal funds, you can still use AMA funding. Just mention it in the "Additional Notes" section of your AMA application form. Once approved, email Cindy Boisvert (boisvertc25@macewan.ca) to request a refund to your original payment method.

Summer Camp Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, participants must withdraw from the summer camp seven full business days before the camp start date. Withdrawals made after this deadline will not be refunded, except in cases where valid medical documentation is provided. Missed camp days are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.