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The Bill Warren Training Centre (BWTC) was opened by WinSport Canada in January 1994 to provide dry-land training and support services to Canada’s nordic sport athletes. Construction of the facility was financed through $4.7 million in funds transferred to WinSport Canada from the 1988 Olympic Organizing Committee. These monies were used to build both the BWTC and the Beckie Scott High-Performance Training Centre on Haig Glacier for Canada’s elite cross-country ski and biathlon athletes.

The BWTC is located at the Canmore Nordic Centre, the host site of the cross-country skiing and biathlon events at the 1988 Olympic Winter Games. Canada’s cross-country skiers, biathletes and many Canmore-area alpine skiers regularly access the BWTC for training and technical support. In addition, the facility serves as the national headquarters for Cross Country Canada, and as one of two major national training centres for Biathlon Canada. It is also home to Alberta Alpine, the World Cup Academy and the Canmore Nordic Ski Club.

Due to intensive usage by athletes, coaches and officials, the BWTC underwent major renovations and upgrades undertaken by WinSport Canada which were completed in the spring of 2008. The facility’s expansion included the addition of a new building that provides the latest cutting-edge training and athlete support services, as well as its continuing role as the hub location for nordic sport in Canada. The BWTC’s recently expanded weight room serves athletes as well as the general public.
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Weight Room:
The Olympic-class weight room contains a wide range of Atlantis equipment including:

  • up to 75lbs dumbbell set
  • six Olympic squat racks
  • multiple row machines
  • two multi-purpose training systems
  • two Olympic weight lifting platforms
  • two lat pull down machines
  • various leg curl/extension machines
  • 400 leg press machine
  • incline and flat Olympic bench press
  • seven spin bicycles
Other amenities include double pole machines, stationary bikes, a wide range of cardio equipment and a dedicated cardio area.

Haig Room:
The Haig Room is available to rent for a variety of sport, public and private functions. The 150 person capacity facility is ideal for wedding receptions, conferences and retreats. Catering is provided by We Cater hmcbain@shaw.ca. Feel free to contact We Cater for information related to booking a catered function. The MPR can be divided into two separate rooms – the Fireside and the Servery to allow for more rental flexibility.

Athlete Lounge:
The Athlete Lounge is available for rent for a variety of functions and with its cathedral-style ceiling, the lounge makes an ideal meeting room. It also serves as an area where athletes can relax and enjoy downtime.

Spray Room:
The Spray Room at the Bill Warren Training Centre is available to rent for a variety of sport, public and private meetings. The 12 person capacity facility has full audio/visual amenities including conference phone, LCD projector and white board.

Rundle Room:
Similar in size to the Board Room, the Rundle Room offers another option for events requiring multiple-break out facilities. The Rundle Room has a capacity of 15 people.

Field Lab:
The Field Lab is utilized for high-performance nordic athlete testing. It is also home to the coaching staff of the national cross-country and biathlon ski teams as well as Alberta Alpine and an on-site exercise physiologist.

Change Rooms:
Change rooms at the BWTC offer shower and sauna amenities. Lockers are also available to rent on a first-come first-serve basis.

Regeneration Room:
The Centre’s newest facility is the Regeneration Room designed to assist high-performance athletes' recovery from extended training. Featuring hot and cold tubs, this room is ideal for the high intensity workouts that occur over the summer months.

Events:
The Bill Warren Training Centre supports a variety of winter and summer sporting events at the Canmore Nordic Centre. Not only does the Centre provide venue support, staff offer logistical and administrative expertise to several event organizing committees. The following are a selection of events supported by the BWTC:
  • 2008 Cross Country World Cup
  • 2009 Biathlon Junior World Championships
  • 2007 Cross Country NORAM
  • Rocky Mountain Ski Marathon
  • Rocky Mountain Soap Company Spring Run

 

Facility Rental Rates 2008
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BWTC Weight Room Rates 2009: (Prices including GST)
  Canadian & Provincial Sport
Teams & Nordic Clubs		 General Public
Drop-in $9
$10
10-Punch Pass $72
$84
1 Month Membership $48
$58
3 Month Membership $96
$120
6 Month Membership $155
$198
1 Year Membership $230
$300
Drop-in Sauna/Shower $5
$6

A $20.00 refundable card deposit is required for membership access (excluding 10-Punch Pass and Drop-in).

BWTC Facility Rental Rates 2009: (Prices/day including GST)
 
Private Functions
Haig Room - Fireside $400
Haig Room - Servery $400
Haig Room - Entire $750
Haig Room - Weddings
 $1000
Athletes Lounge
 $150
Rundle Room
 $200
Spray Room
 $200

BWTC Locker Rental Rates (Including GST)
Daily $5
Monthly $15
3 Months $30
6 Months $50
Yearly $80

Group Classifications
Canadian & Provincial Sport Teams & Nordic Clubs

Athletes belonging to either a Canadian National or Provincial Sport Team or a Nordic Sport Club Affiliated with their Provincial Association.

General Public
Schools, Community Associations, International Sport Federations, Non-Profit Organizations and individuals.
 

Hours of Operation
Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday and Holidays CLOSED

Bill Warren Training Centre

For further information, please contact:

Administrative Offices
403-678-5759 (x 12 or 13)
bwtc@winsportcanada.ca

Mike Norton
Sport manager
WinSport Canada

403-609-4726
mike.norton@winsportcanada.ca
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Partner Organizations
WinSport Canada and the Bill Warren Training Centre have partnered with several national and provincial sport organizations. They include: