richmond olympic oval corporation

Features of the Richmond Olympic Oval
Continuing to Build the Legacy
While legacy conversion of the venue is nearing completion, the Oval may never be “finished.” The
Corporation and City will continue to seek ways to enhance its product and service offering to
achieve its legacy goals.
New additions that opened in 2012 include the Climbing Wall, Performance Training Centre and
2 Batting / Golfing Cages. The Climbing Wall at the Oval features 595m 2 (6,400 square feet) of
climbing space over 31 different routes suited to all skill levels. The climbing surface features a
mix of vertical, bulge, overhanging and simulated crack features. Set up for top rope, lead climbing
and some bouldering, the wall also features a bridge connected to the Fitness Centre that allows
physically challenged persons to experience rappelling from the wall.
The Performance Training Centre at the Oval provides the space, specialized coaching and
equipment necessary for athletic training programs that target the entire athlete pathway: from
aspiring local youth athletes to those seeking the Olympic podium.
Our two new batting and golfing cages deliver year-round programming and practice options for
these two rapidly growing sports inside the Oval.
page 10 | 2012 annual report
2012 annual report | page 11