A real community sport centre. It has everything you need within 2 km radius pool , gym, rinks,…read moreplayground multi purpose fields. The library

Today I went to the brand new gym inside the Minoru Centre for Active Living. Everything is brand…read morenew and staff was really helpful. The yearly pass cost $527 which includes the pool but too bad the new pool is not open until later. However, this pass does allow you to use other fitness facilities in other community centers. The gym is open from 7am to 9 pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 5pm on weekends. I wish the hours are longer but I think they will once the pool is open.

Looks like they've completed the renovations around the lake area. There is a new bridge in the…read moremiddle of the lake, as well as new pedestrian walkways over the water. They've also added several park benches and lounge chairs. It's a vast improvement. Definitely recommend checking it out. The trees are almost high enough to cover most of the surrounding condo towers. One can almost forget they're in the middle of a bustling city.

This is such a nice little oasis right in the middle of Richmond. I came over because I was nearby…read morefor lunch and saw green space on the map, but did not expect the park here to be so scenic and peaceful! I found it to be a great place for a long meditative walk as there as lots of paths you can take around the lake and through wooded areas. There are lots of benches by the lake for relaxing or more secluded picnic tables throughout the park. It's sprawling enough that you could probably spend an hour just exploring the different pathways. Well worth going out of your way to check it out.

Beautiful beach to take in the sunset - very picturesque with sailboats and kayaks in the bay and…read moremountains across the way. Plenty of logs and benches to sit on. I think almost anywhere downtown you walk back from here requires a steep uphill - we ended up doing the steps near the bridge and got most of it over in 3.5 flights.

Looks like they're starting to chop up the barge that got stuck here a few months ago. Take a look…read morebefore it's gone forever. Seriously it's worth checking out. This thing is huge.

This is a hub for volleyball and indoor cycling. Volleyball BC has their offices here, and they run…read morenumerous leagues, tournaments (youth and adult), and drop-in programs. The parking lot gets icy in winter - it's uneven and on the shady side of Burnaby mountain. Overflow parking is across the Barnet highway. As of Fall 2017: There is new flooring installed to replace the old tile system. The lines are much cleaner and there are no gaps between the tiles to get stuck on or scratched while diving. The parking lot also has LED lights now and is much brighter than before.

Home of Volleyball BC headquarters and a Velodrome! The only indoor Velodrome in Western Canada and…read moreon the Pacific Northwest. The roof is an air supported structure. ( Air Bubble ) So revolving doors are in use. Bicyclists use an actual air lock! Many co-Ed volleyball leagues and tournaments are played here. Including the Coquitlam Ducks volleyball and school championships. On cold days, its freezing in here. There is plenty of free parking up the side of the hill. It is located right under SFU, off of the Barnet Hwy It's kind of crazy to see volleyball being played in the inner part of the oval while bike racers whizz around the outside. Mind you it's usually one or the other . Yes you can rent bikes here and get coaches for those interested in giving the track a go.

Was playing a softball game here tonight and must admit my shins and knees like the grass infield…read moreas opposed to the gravel fields we are use to. also their is a park and swing set for my daughter and wife to hang out while watching me. great place to play ball and hang out.

This park brings back memories of when I used to have friends in high school here. I used to skip…read moremy own school 'cause the kids were lame (there were barely any alternative grunge kids at my school, I was one of the few). My best friend Joanna at the time went to Moscrop. I made some friends here. We would play games and smoke w**d (I didn't they did)....err I mean "talk." We used to make out with boys here (in high school). Man I miss those moments in high school. After hours my GF's and I used to check out the boys playing baseball in their tight uniforms that hugged the shape of their bums perfectly. In other words, the memories of my past is what makes this park awesome.

A convenient location spot for a badminton centre…read more Although they have plenty of courts, they are frequently booked up so be sure to call in advance to grab a spot. Lots of parking and close to transit. There's not much space between the courts and the lines for the courts by the walls are tight such that you might scratch your racket so if you are reserving over the phone, be sure to ask for the middle courts, when possible to maximize your experience. The floor is smooth; no issues with the flooring. Overall, still a good spot to go if you're looking to play badminton with a group of people. Lots of picnic tables for your gear and to rest. Very group friendly.

Came here to check out some badminton action, and an alternative to Clearone, which is getting a…read morebit too packed. Parking is plentiful here, as it's in an industrial lot. The interior is quite large, and surprisingly doesn't echo too badly. Must be because of the mats they use in the courts. It makes the game a lot more comfortable than playing on bare concrete. The website advertises it as a "floating floor system". This is worth a special mention as it does take some of the strain off your legs. The staff are VERY anal about keeping this floor in top shape (must've been expensive to buy and install), so there is a "non-marking sole" rule that is quite tightly enforced. They actually check your shoes before letting you in the playing area. And there is a $100 fine if you play with the wrong shoes and mark up the floor. They mean business. Some of my friends complained that the ambient temperature was too cold (I would say it was 10-15C), but I actually found it quite pleasant. Sure it's cold when you first come in, but it also ensures that you don't cook after a couple of intense rounds. There are also plenty of tables, chairs, and benches for you to leave your gear while you play. There are also security cameras throughout the building and parking lot so hopefully your car won't get broken into. One last thing: the girl working here speaks somewhat crappy English, so hopefully you have a Taiwanese friend with you. Not sure if it was the same person when I called in a few days ago, but there was quite a disconnect between the questions I asked about the facility and the answers I received. One of the better places to play baddy for sure. Recommended.

A lovely, tranquil park. It was designated as a federal park, and a $1.00/year lease was drawn up…read more It expired in the late 1990's, but has been renewed into perpetuity. Nice trails that lead to an aquarium and a collection of totem poles ( it was too far for me to walk to the totem poles.) There are many giant red cedar trees, plus some quite large chestnut trees. This was stop 5 on the Hop on Hop off bus ride.

If you're en route to Vancouver, you seriously can't miss Stanley Park…read more We rented bikes (there are a ton of bike shops around) and did the loop. It's a 5.6-mile paved loop that takes you along the seawall. The estimate is around 1-2 hours, but we made a ton of stops along the way. This park is HUGE and there's so much to see. It was the most beautiful way to unplug and sightsee.