COVID-19

Feb 9, 2022

Alberta entered Step 1 of the updated Public Health Measures on February 9th. The following changes came into effect at that time:

• Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) has been removed
• Proof of vaccination, showing of QR codes, or providing a negative test result is no longer required
• Mandatory indoor masking remains in effect in all common areas, and when entering and exiting the gym
• No masks are required while engaged in physical activity

Please look for additional information when Step 2 comes into effect potentially as early as March 1. Thank you for all your support during these ever-changing times. We are incredibly grateful to have such an amazing community of members and we are humbled by everyone that has chosen to make SVAC part of their fitness lives.

Sept 20, 2021

Our team has made the decision to implement the government of Alberta’s Restriction Exemption Program, allowing you to enjoy all the club has to offer, no masks required while exercising!

Restriction Exemption Program details that allow you to keep crushing your workout here at SVAC:

• Proof of vaccination is required
• Single dose accepted between September 20 and October 25th if received 2 weeks before the time of service
• Double dose required after October 25th
• If not vaccinated, documentation of a medical exemption is required
• Proof of a privately-paid negative PCR or rapid test within 72 hours of service (tests from AHS or Alberta Precision Laboratories not allowed)

This information will be discreetly noted in our internal record.

Masks are NOT required while working out.

Thank you for continuing to support local. We can’t wait to see you at the gym. If you have any questions please reach out to us!

Sept 4, 2021

As of Sept 4th, we are happy to announce that our St. Albert gym is fully accessible and booking a session is no longer required. Your health and safety are always a priority, and as such we are still keeping our sanitization at a premium.

The Alberta government has put in temporary restrictions mandatory for us to be together safely. When entering the club and when transitioning between spaces such as locker room to the studio or locker room to the gym floor, please wear your mask.

You are not required to wear a mask while engaging in physical exercise. However, our Team and Personal Trainers will be wearing masks, and the Group Fitness and Yoga leaders will wear masks as well until engaging in activity alongside you. We are the gold standard of cleanliness and sanitary measures and we look to continue to serve you with your safety and health as our top priority.

July 1, 2021

As of July 1st, we are happy to announce that gym access is fully accessible and booking a session is no longer required. Your health and safety are always a priority, and as such we are still keeping our sanitization at a premium.

When it comes to wearing masks, we want you to do what you are most comfortable with. Masking is optional.

We endeavour to keep your varying comfort levels in mind when it comes to class sizes. We will be increasing class sizes when possible and still allowing space between class participants.

Showers are now open! And all our lounge amenities are available for you to enjoy. We are looking forward to seeing all your smiling faces at SVAC in the coming days and weeks.

June 11, 2021

Following the latest announcement from the Government of Alberta, SVAC will be open for:

• Indoor gym access
• Indoor group fitness classes
• Indoor personal training

In addition to indoor fitness returning, SVAC will continue to offer outdoor gym access, outdoor group classes, and continued online programming as well. A few guidelines to keep in mind while you are rocking your workout here at SVAC:⁠
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• 3 metres of physical distancing is to be observed when exercising inside
• Masks do not need to be worn while you are engaging in any fitness activities. They are now only required to be worn whenever you are not exercising, and while in any other areas of the gym including change rooms
• ⁠The facility will close briefly in between bookings for our team to clean and disinfect the equipment

Book your time slot for both indoor and outdoor gym access through the GymMaster app or the Member’s Portal

We can’t wait to welcome you back indoors so that you can experience that SVAC energy that you all know and love in person!

Thank you for supporting local and continuing to be the most important part of what makes SVAC the place where fitness is fun. 

MAY 9, 2021

Following the newest restriction announcement from the Government of Alberta, SVAC will be open for:

• Online Classes
• Online Personal Training
• Outdoor Gym Available (for individuals, members of your same household or your 2 close contacts if living alone)

All staff required to wear face masks at all times. Regular cleaning and disinfecting to occur after ALL outdoor gym access bookings.

Book Your Outdoor Gym Tent Session Today!

• We have several individual outdoor gym tents
• Each tent is stocked with various types of equipment
• Resistance training, weightlifting, rowing and spin all available
• Take advantage of your individual workout space now!

SVAC will be currently closed for:

• In-person classes and one-on-one training
• Outdoor classes and one-on-one training
• All indoor gym activity 

DECEMBER 8, 2021

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Good Evening SVAC Members,

With gratitude to you all for working hard and keeping safe.

Following the recent announcement of new Alberta Health Restrictions, we are happy to inform you that SVAC remains OPEN.

Your support and healthy habits along with SVAC’s dedication to meeting and exceeding protocols creates a strong team. Continue your workouts in our safe environment:

✔ GYM ACCESS – Register for all your sessions via the App, Member Portal or call in.

✔ ONLINE CLASSES – You are a simple click away from getting your sweat on at home.

✔ PERSONAL TRAINING – One on One Training to keep you on track and having fun.

We continue to operate without in person group classes and small group training until the restriction is lifted. Please follow all posted measures regarding safe practices and we will get through this together.

The same Club hours with the same great people. See YOU tomorrow!
TEAM SVAC

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

It was announced this afternoon by Alberta Health Services that all indoor group fitness classes and team sports will be suspended temporarily for a 2-week period from November 13th – 27th (Please see link below).

https://www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx#toc-1

However, Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club WILL remain open and operational during this time. Since we have reopened, our singular focus has been providing our members with the cleanest and safest environment possible. As unfortunate as the news is, our gym floor IS open and remains an excellent way for you to continue to address all your health and wellness needs.

In addition to exercising in our amazing gym, we will also look to implement on-line workouts so that you will still have access to many of your favorite instructors. This is all to continue to provide you with as many fitness options as possible during this very important time. More information on this to follow in the coming days.

We here at Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club are extremely grateful for all of you! We remain committed to being socially conscious for the protection of our members and the community at large. We have a very strong fitness family and together we will work through this. Stay active, stay healthy, stay safe and we look forward to continuing to see all of you here at the place where fitness is fun. For more information, please call the gym at 780-460-9999.

Thank you sincerely,

From the entire SVAC team!

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Don’t wait in line, get your membership now! It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 🙂

1. Click Here and select “Sign Up”
2. Book your workout time via the Gym Master App or the Member Portal.
3. Come to the Club just slightly ahead of your appointment

We will give you a keyfob and you can start your workout!

Our NEW Gym Master App is available. Search Gym Master Application and look for the blue “G” icon.

Gym Floor workout appointments for 1 hour and 15 minutes are available beginning June 12th.

Classes begin on June 15th.

Locker room access is limited so travel light your first few visits.

See Club Hours for our opening weekend adjusted hours.

Our new COVID-19 Reopening Guidelines can be downloaded here.

Bring your water bottle, indoor gym shoes and your best smile! We are excited to see you