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204.428.6050 Weight & Cardio AREAS

Increase your strength and build muscle in the
designated weight areas, with over 25 different weight
lifting machines. The weight area also features two
battle ropes and a sled, offering a variety of options to
help members keep their workout routines fresh.
Cardio training is essential in maintaining good health.
It increases your heart rate, gets your blood pumping,
and helps you build endurance. With over a dozen
cardio machines, including a stair climber, rowing
machines, and Jacob’s Ladder, the cardio area offers
Fitness something for all members. Two punching bags are
also available and are a great way to switch up a
workout routine and throw a few punches into the mix!

ROCK WALL

outside of the box Offering three climbing styles including auto-belay,
top rope and bouldering, the 9m climbing wall
accommodates all skill levels. After a quick 15 minute
orientation from RecPlex staff, you will be ready to
Central Plains RecPlex offers an array of indoor climb! The wall features multiple routes designed for
activities to provide members and the community with various skills and climbing styles, and are periodically
fun, refreshing ways to stay active. From bowling to rock redesigned by staff to keep climbers on their toes.
wall climbing, these activities are suited for all ages and Did you know that RecPlex Facility Members receive
skill levels. How about a game of volleyball, or indoor unlimited access to the climbing wall? This is one of
soccer? The gymnasium is the go-to place for group the many bonuses that comes with membership to
sports and fitness classes with its spacious layout and the RecPlex.
available equipment. The weight and cardio fitness
areas provide a dedicated space for members to test This form of low-impact exercise uses virtually every
their strength and drive themselves to new limits. With major muscle group; arm and leg muscles pull
all of these amenities under one roof, the RecPlex is the the body up the wall while core muscles offer
perfect place to get active in new forms and push your stability and balance. Climbing provides a
fitness regime outside of the box! full-body workout that not only improves
strength and flexibility, but also
Gymnasium cardiovascular health.

The gymnasium is available for rent as a full-court or
half-court option. In June 2020, the flooring was
refinished and new lines were painted, making the
gymnasium ready to take on any indoor fitness routine
or sport. When renting the gymnasium, you receive
access to equipment for sports such as hockey,
badminton, and basketball, and for fun activities
including scooters and hula hoops. The gymnasium
is regularly rented out for school programs, fitness
classes, and on-site military training services. Try out a
quick game of pickleball or volleyball with friends at the
RecPlex by calling ahead and booking a time slot!

INDOOR TRACK

Another way to increase your stamina and switch up
your cardio regime is by using the 110m rubberized
indoor track that surrounds the weight and cardio areas.
Invite a friend or fellow RecPlex member to join you on
your next walk or put your headphones on, press play
on your favourite tunes, and start moving!

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