Visiting Athlete Information
Below is all the information your team requires before training and competing in Canada at the Olympic Oval.
Welcome from Director, Mark Messer
Dear Athletes,
On behalf of the Olympic Oval team at the University of Calgary, I would like to warmly welcome you, and thank you, for making the Fastest Ice in the World™ your training destination.
I know you must be excited to be arriving in Calgary for another stellar year—our 38th!
The whole Olympic Oval team shares your excitement, and we are highly committed to providing you with truly world-class ice and dryland conditions, that allow you to make the best possible preparation for your next competition.
We are also very proud to be supporting the development of the next generation of champions in both long- and short-track speed skating here in the city of Calgary. We hope you have a world class experience for the duration of your training here, and should you have any questions, inquiries or suggestions please do not hesitate to contact a member of our staff.
Take care and good luck to you in the 2024/25 season!
Sincerely,
Mark Messer
Director
Olympic Oval
University of Calgary
Before You Arrive
Completing these steps will help us to best prepare for your team's arrival and will significantly decrease check-in time at the front desk.
Complete the Team Registration Form
Please fill out this form with the information of all your athletes and staff. Once completed please email forms to ovalguestservices@ucalgary.ca
Complete Your Waivers Online
You can now complete your waiver online in advance of your arrival in Calgary.
Canadian Athletes
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2024/2025 Rates |
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Daily |
$26.75 |
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Weekly |
$134.75 |
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Monthly |
$467.00 |
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Season |
$3,149.75 |
International Athletes
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2024/2025 Rates |
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Daily |
$37.25 |
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Weekly |
$187.00 |
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Monthly |
$648.00 |
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Season |
$4,372.50 |
C Group Ice
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2024/2025 Rates |
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Daily |
$19.25 |
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Weekly |
$92.75 |
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Monthly |
$321.50 |
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Season |
$2,166.50 |
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Summer Ice |
$965.00 |
Time Trials
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2024/2025 Rates |
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Long Track Single Competition |
$22.00 |
Hotels and Accomodations
Book your accommodations with one of our partner hotels and receive exclusive discounts for Olympic Oval guests.
Long Track & Short Track Ice Surfaces
Click the button below to view the long track ice schedule
To book short track ice time please contact Jonathan Guilmette (jonathan.guilmette@ucalgary.ca)
Weight Room & Weight Cage
Weight Room
Monday - Friday
6:00am - 8:00pm
Weight Cage
Booking inquiries can be directed to ovalguestservices@ucalgary.ca
Olympic Oval Skate Shop
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday — Sunday
9:00 a.m. — 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday
9:00 a.m. — 10:30 p.m.
(Open earlier on race days)
Maps and Additional Resources
General Resources
Taxi Companies
Checker Cabs - 403-299-9999
Associated Cab - 403-299-1111