With the province announcing the reopening of gyms and fitness centres across the province this week, the municipality has provided updates on recreational services provided through the Meadow Park Sports Centre (MPSC).
The fitness centre at MPSC—which includes access to the weight room, cardio room and stretching rooms—is now open, with pre-booking required for select activities.
For the duration of the current health order, which is in effect until Feb. 16, the following amenities will be available in a timeslot booking format from 6 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., seven days a week:
• 75-minute timeslots for use of the fitness centre.
• MPSC passholders can pre-book timeslots up to 72 hours in advance. Fitness centre reservations can be done online through a recreation account or over the phone by calling 604-935-7529 during business hours.
• There are no changes to the reservation system in place for booking squash courts, included fitness classes and drop-in hockey. Reservations will continue to be available to all users up to 72 hours in advance using MPSC’s online booking system.
• Reservations are not required to visit the pool or attend a public skating session. Both activities are currently operating at 50-per-cent capacity.
Drop-in access to the fitness centre will on a first-come, first-serve basis, space permitting, at the start of each timeslot booking. Drop-in users can check timeslots availability online prior to visiting MPSC.
Group fitness classes are set to resume Friday, Jan. 21, at reduced capacity. Visit whistler.ca/fitness to check the latest class schedule.
Existing MPSC memberships have been extended for the duration of the most recent closure. All passes are active as of Jan. 20.
All MPSC users are asked to come dressed for their session and to only bring essential items. Change rooms have reduced capacity and limited storage.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and mask requirements remain in place for all visitors, with the exception of youth participating in youth sport. Enhanced cleaning protocols are in place.
