CREDIT: BRITTANY DU LY
Four strong, colourful cords hanging from the inside of the Junction Climbing building, to safely connect participants to the 16ft walls of fun.

Don’t like to dribble a ball, shoot a puck, or whatever activities active people are doing these days? Luckily, London has got you covered. Sometimes all people need is an ounce of creativity to spice up the thought of being active through sports outside of the classic basketball or baseball routines.

Axe Throwing:

Established just two years ago in London, BATL (Battle Axe Throwing League) has opened doors to give participants the opportunity to chuck fast, sharp tools into wooden targets. Not only is it an amazing stressreliever, but many will be surprised to discover the great work-out effects that engaging with this activity has on the body (aka a golden ab worker). The venue houses over 7,500 square feet of space and 22 targets. Whether the sport is somebody’s perfect idea of stress relief, or even just to satisfy the urge to throw things, 38 Adelaide Street North is the place to check out. Visit batlgrounds.com for group bookings and other inquiries.

Bubble Soccer:

Ever wonder what it’d be like to live the life of a hamster? Well now the opportunity is open in Londoners’ backyards by joining a local bubble soccer league. The sport entails the same expectations and objectives of regular soccer; except better, as players run across the field to catch a ball while knocking one another off their feet. Players are placed into giant bouncy suits, leaving only space for their legs to dangle out. Don’t worry about givin’ er , this bubble is certainly not one to pop. Operating all year round, head to fcssc.ca to register.

Junction Climbing:

Any indoor rock climbing sport centre is guaranteed to provide an intense full-body workout requiring both physical and mental strength. This hard-core sport tests climbers’ strength, balance and judgement as they push and pull themselves up 16 feet of stepping stones. Fifty boulder faces provide 50 varying routes to choose from, so choose wisely. Junction is open to individual or group exercises, with events such as “Climbing for Cancer” that helps to raise funds in support of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Located at 1030 Elias Street, check out junctionclimbing.com for details.

Treetop Trekking and Zipline:

Adventures for a personalized Tarzan experience, head over to 689 Griffith Street for the opportunity to see the world from high-up in the tree tops, while zipping through the forests and fields. Boler Mountain offers three different levels of courses, including a kidfriendly path and a big zip adventure pack. Those who are bigger fans of swinging rather than climbing will be happy to know that the zip-line course offers six consecutive zips. This exciting activity operates through rain or shine. For information about operation hours, head over to bolermountain.com.

Sports are increasingly taking on new and expanded understandings. Various activities are increasingly becoming recognized as sports, and access to recreational centres that offer lessons for any quick activity fix are growing in numbers. Better yet, these centres can be found within the city.