Westside Recreation Centre Climbing Wall

Climbing at Westside

Westside Recreation Centre is a large recreation centre in south-west Calgary, with an aquatic park, a 30,000 sq ft fitness centre, ice arenas and gymnasiums. Its 24 ft climbing wall opens for drop-in climbing at set times every day, and staff and volunteers belay climbers during open climbing time, so you don't need to bring a partner.

Open climbing

• Open climbing time is included in Westside admission or membership, and the climbing equipment is free to use.
• Climbers take turns on a first-come, first-served rotation, with a waitlist when the wall is full.
• Climbers must be 5 or older and wear closed-toe shoes such as running shoes (no boots).
• Every climber needs a climbing waiver, signed by a parent or guardian for under-18s, and everyone needs a Westside waiver and photo ID to enter the centre.
• Children under 13 must be supervised by someone aged 16 or over.

Parties

Climbing birthday parties for ages 6 to 12 include an hour on the wall with certified instructors and an hour in a party room, and can be combined with swimming, skating or gym games.