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NileGuide Expert Says:
Many Olympians from around the world use the Olympic Oval to train because it is one of (if not THE) best speed skating facilities in the world, and its ice crew is regularly brought in to make ice for major events around the world. It still often hosts world cup events. And, it's indoors, so you don't have to worry about frost bite!
NileGuide Expert tip:
Parking is readily available on the U of C campus. Use lots 10 or 11, as they are the closest to the Oval. Public skating is open most evenings, and sometimes it can be free if you give a donation to the Food Bank.
Description:
- The Olympic Oval is one of the world's greatest speed-skating facilities, and it is renown for the quality and speed of its ice. It was the world's first indoor speed skating track, which makes it a nice architectural feature on the University of Calgary's campus. Every year there is a World Cup event held at the Oval, and many Olympic athletes from all over the world train in Calgary because of the quality of the facility. These are fantastic events to attend. The facility is open for public skating most evenings, and skates are available for rental.
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- Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
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