Trico Centre Spring Programs | Family Fun Calgary

Trico Centre for Family Wellness Spring Programs: Active Fun for the Whole Family!

Winter is rosy cheeks, wet mittens, and clomping around in heavy boots. But spring is the time to shed the winter coats and jump into active fun for the whole family! Trico Centre for Family Wellness has spring programs for every family member making it fun and easy to stay active.

Movement is vital for our well-being, from getting physically stronger to managing stress and improving mental health. And Trico Centre is the place to move! As an active-living recreational facility, they offer a vast range of programs and services in south Calgary. They have everything that makes a recreation centre fantastic: competitively-priced memberships, registered programs for all ages and interests, day camps, birthday parties, and childcare services. It’s a well-equipped facility with an aquatic centre, two arenas, a fitness centre, and other community-friendly spaces.

Children and Youth

Trico Centre knows what parents want. Their kids’ programs offer a safe environment to learn and play, taught by qualified instructors who encourage independence and socialization. Focusing on building confidence and sparking creativity and imagination, the children’s programs at Trico Centre are designed with families in mind. They aim to help kids by enhancing their physical literacy, developing their creative genius, and giving them a place to have fun.

No matter what your family is interested in, you’ll find something to love at Trico Centre. They offer everything from learn to skate and swim classes to sports, fitness, dance, and arts programs. You might be surprised at the endless options! Whether your child wants to dabble in various activities or pursue a specific passion, Trico Centre can help them develop a healthy, active lifestyle.

Featured: Skill Builder Program (Ages 4 – 14)

Families will be interested to learn about the Trico Centre Skill Builder Program, designed to enhance specific skills in children ages 4 – 14. Trico Centre is not just about physical fitness. This program is dedicated to reaching and supporting young people by fostering and supporting their overall physical, mental, emotional, and social development.

Their mission is to help foster a sense of belonging by creating an environment where kids will succeed in learning new skills. Extra time is provided in small group settings to introduce tailored support strategies based on the child’s specific needs. This allows children and youth to feel cared for and understood. The program gives kids a chance to try new activities, explore interests, and build confidence while they learn.

Participants of all abilities are welcome, whether neurotypical or neurodivergent, with or without formal diagnoses. Children can take programs such as Direction Detectives, Confidence Quest, and Friendship Foundations. They also offer sports programs to teach skills in a fun and non-competitive environment.

Children will thrive with guidance to break tasks into smaller, more achievable steps and extra time to develop personally challenging skills. The facilitators who lead these programs are, of course, trained and qualified instructors. For children who would benefit from 1-on-1 support, caregivers are encouraged to arrange for an aide or attend the program with their child. If you have questions, please contact Jennifer Howard, the Child and Youth Programs Director at 587-393-9487 or jhoward@tricocentre.ca.

Adults and Families

But don’t forget about your health. You can enjoy the best of spring movement, too! Trico Centre also has terrific adult classes and working out or enjoying some quiet time will contribute to your healthy life. Want to play together? Trico Centre also has numerous drop-in options for families, where you can head out for a leisure skate or hit the pool and the hot tub.

Outstanding programs, spring fitness, and a secure, positive place for your kids to continue developing? Sounds like a recipe for the best family fun. Public registration begins on March 6, 2025. See you at Trico Centre!