S'Port Alberni is a proud support of the Spirit of BC Alberni Valley Community Committee

The games, hosted by neighbouring Vancouver BC, present another unique opportunity to showcase Port Alberni's excellent sports facilities to the world-- as training venues for many Olympic events.

Unique in BC, Port Alberni's state-of-the-art centralized sports facilities will provide the perfect venues for conventional and cross training for the 2010 Olympic athletes. Conveniently located just 2.5 - 3 hours travelling time (which includes 1.5 hours sailing time vis ferry) from Vancouver, Port Alberni boasts a myriad of  expertise, accommodations and amenities to support Olympic athletes in meeting their training goals.

Our friendly Vancouver Island location can also supply athletes with fresh air and community encouragement- a winning combination!

Just some of our all-season training facilities include:

Cross training is also available at these parks and outdoor locations:

• Kitsuksis Dyke Walking and Running Path  

• The Alberni  Log Train Trail Regional Park

• Mt. Arrowsmith Backcountry area: Challenging hiking trails include The Saddle,
  The Judges Route, and Cameron Lake Historic CPR Trail

• Municipal Parks: 20 area parks provide convenient, informal training locations for land and water sports.

• Provincial Parks: Sproat Lake Provincial Park, Taylor Arm Provincial Park, Fossli Park  

• National Parks: Pacific Rim National Park Reserve