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Your move, Calgary πββοΈHello Reader, Here's what's happening in Calgary sport this month β and how to be part of it. | |
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All Sport One Day is happening right now until 3:00 pm August 15th. 30+ clubs across Calgary have their doors open today β free, no experience needed, nothing to bring but your energy and a water bottle. Open to youth ages 6 - 17.
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Stryker Sports: Join At Any Age. Progress at Any PaceStryker Sports runs nearly 80 volleyball and basketball programs across Calgary, built so athletes of every age, ability, and experience level can thrive. |
If a school activity, another sport, or a family commitment creates a conflict, they'll help you find another day or location that fits. And if life gets in the way (illness, holidays) their All-Session Guarantee means your athlete can attend a make-up session at another Stryker location. No missed development, no wasted registration. Sessions are led by experienced athlete-coaches trained in Stryker's athlete-centred methodology, designed to maximize touches, build confidence, and let kids progress at their own pace. In addition to once/week seasonal programs, Stryker also runs their popular Junior High & High School Youth Volleyball Leagueβ
NEW TO STRYKER? JOIN US FOR A FREE TRIAL SESSION!Not sure if Stryker is the right fit? New-to-Stryker athletes can try their first session FREE before committing to the season! |
All Sport One Community story All Sport One Community: Swim 4 Survival β All Sport One Community Highlight β In partnership with the Youth Empowerment and Skills Centre, participants of all ages spent the evening building confidence in the water while learning essential swim survival and water safety skills. Over 40 participants joined us to experience a welcoming, hands-on introduction to Swim Survival at Forest Lawn Outdoor Pool, proving that one opportunity can make a lasting impact. At All Sport One Community, we're breaking down barriers to sport by making it easier for Calgarians to discover new activities, build confidence, and find a place where they belong. Because sport is for everyone. π |
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π§SOGO Adventure Orienteering: Fall Registration - 4 - 17SOGO Adventure Running teaches Calgary kids ages 2 to 17 how to navigate β off-trail, on their own two feet, through Bragg Creek, Bebo Grove, Edworthy, Confederation Park and half a dozen other spots most families drive past every week. Six weeks. September 9 to October 17. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday sessions, 75 to 90 minutes each. Squirts (2β5), Level 1 (6β12), Level 2 (10β14), and Navigators for teens. Parents are invited to run, hike, volunteer, or take on their own course while their kid is out there. No experience needed. No equipment to buy. Just a kid who's curious about what's past the treeline. βLearn More ββ |
β½Calgary Minor Soccer Association: Fall RegistrationWhether your child has never kicked a ball before or is eager to make new friends and get active, Calgary Minor Soccer Association (CMSA) is here to help you every step of the way. The Indoor 2026 Soccer Season kicks off on October 13th with soccer programs and leagues for young athletes at both the recreational and competitive levels. Soccer in Calgary is organized by community clubs. Take a moment to explore clubs in your area by visiting their websites for practice locations and program offerings that fit your familyβs needs. We recommend selecting a club in the quadrant of the city that you live in. βLearn More ββ |
πVolleyball team prep - kids & teensIn this three-week program, kids and teens will build foundational skills and practical knowledge to help them succeed in volleyball tryouts. Led by experienced coaches with a strong background in youth volleyball development, kids and teens will engage in structured drills and game-based learning to strengthen key abilities such as:
Course ID: 132360 βLearn More ββ |
πNHL/NHLPA First Shift - CalgaryRegistration is open now for the NHL/NHLPA First Shift, a low-cost introduction to hockey for boys and girls ages 6β10 who have never previously registered in minor hockey. Hosted in Calgary through Hockey Calgary and the Calgary Flames, First Shift helps remove some of the biggest barriers to trying hockey by providing full equipment, professional equipment fitting and on-ice instruction in a fun, welcoming environment. Space in Calgaryβs 2026β27 First Shift programs are limited and fill quickly. β Learn Moreββ |
π¨Way2Move Kids Adaptive Multisport ProgramWay2Move is excited to announce our Kids Adaptive Multisport Program starting Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the Trico Centre for Family and Wellness. βLearn More ββ |
πCalgary Rebels Football ClubJoin the Calgary Rebels football family today! With dedicated coaches and a commitment to community, we nurture potential and build life skills in every player. Beyond the boundaries of the game, we believe in teamwork, resilience, and leadership. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or just starting out, there is a place for you in our family.
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City of Calgary Sport Hub Give kids and teens the chance to get active, try something new and build confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Lessons are led by certified coaches from sport organizations. No experience is needed, all equipment is provided and participants just need to show up ready to move. Why families love Sport Hub:
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City of Calgary Downtown Programs & Activities Downtown Calgary is transforming into a vibrant, 24/7 destination and The City, alongside our partners, is leading that momentum. Through dynamic programming, playful pop ups, cultural activations and reimagined public spaces, weβre creating experiences that bring people together and support a safer, more welcoming downtown. Explore the programs bringing downtown to life and join the action.
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Upcoming Events & Programs Designed for individuals of all ages and abilities, the program partners with local sport organizations and social agencies to offer accessible activities in equity-deserving communities helping more Calgarians discover the joy of getting active close to home. Up Next: Girls in Motorsports Day: August 20th, University of Calgary. Register here β Women's and Girls' Self Defence: August 22nd, The Genesis Centre Register Hereβ Family Cricket Day: August 23rd, Prairie Winds Park Register hereβ Indigenous Sports Day: August 25th, the Genesis Centre Adapted Sports Day: August 29th, Marlborough Community Association Register Hereβ
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Federal, Alberta governments invest $52 million in Calgary Olympic Oval upgradeThe federal and provincial governments are equally splitting a $52-million contribution to the renewal of the speedskating facility built for the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary.
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Play On! street hockey tournament returning to CalgaryA street hockey tournament of epic proportions is returning to Calgary this August. Play On! is predicted to cover 10 downtown city blocks and transform the area with 20 temporary rinks when it descends on Calgary Aug. 20-22. It has one goal in mind: bring 300 teams together and host the largest street hockey event in Canada since 2017.
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Why Your Injury Isn't Just an Injury Ask a Calgary athlete what recovery looks like and you'll get a familiar list: rest, rehab exercises, a few weeks of physio. All of it matters. But at Group 23 Sports Medicine, Dr. Jason Ahlan, ND spends much of his time on the part of recovery that rarely makes the list. Dr. Ahlan is a naturopathic doctor working inside a sports medicine clinic, which surprises people. His framing is straightforward: "We are allied health professionals," he says, noting that naturopathic doctors were recently included in the compendium of roles for team-based primary care. "I do think we deserve a spot at that table, where we can contribute, and we can collaborate with other professionals for the best of the patient." He's quick to say this isn't a critique of anyone else on the team. The physicians and physios he works alongside are "some of the smartest people I've worked with." The difference, he says, is structural: "They're somewhat restricted in time. They may be seeing 20 or more patients a day. They may have to really hone in on certain chief concerns." His own appointments are built differently. "Our new patient visits are an hour, so we can get into different things, like sleep and nutrition. We can answer questions about things like intermittent fasting, or chronic pain, psychological effects of pain. We can just get a little bit deeper, just because we have the benefit of time." That last item comes up a lot in his practice, and it's where he's been putting his attention. Dr. Ahlan was recently invited onto a panel with the Alberta Pain Research Network, an Alberta Health Services initiative launched in 2019, alongside a psychologist and a physiotherapist, looking at alternative treatments for chronic pain. What interests him is the part athletes rarely hear discussed. "A lot of the psychological effects of pain and chronic pain. There's a lot of things that contribute to your perception of pain." Stress, fear, and how you've come to think about your own body all shape the experience of pain, not just what's happening at the site of the injury. If the pain has outlasted the tissue damage, the plan probably needs to be bigger than the tissue. Which is the case Dr. Ahlan makes for a longer appointment: not a replacement for your physio or sports physician, but one more allied health professional invested in your recovery, with the time to look at the whole picture.
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Discover Luge for Free π·Experience the thrill of Canadaβs fastest winter sport! Event Details:
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This is a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to try Luge, have fun, and learn the basics of this exhilarating sport in a safe and supervised environment. Spaces are limited! To secure your childβs spot, please email admin@albertaluge.com today. We look forward to seeing you on the Ice! |
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Something big is coming for basketball and sport in Calgary. CMBA is seeking potential tenant partners in physiotherapy, massage therapy, athletic therapy, sport psychology, wellness, performance, and daytime sport rental partners for facility use as part of a new building opportunity. Additionally, they are seeking sponsors for naming rights of multiple aspects of the building. Interested? Contact Executive Director Ken King at k.king@cmba.ab.ca. |
Sparrow Sports Admin offers your organization freelance admin expertise in support of sports projects, programs and events. Now that my Parkdale Community Association contract is winding down, I have capacity to help another sport organization or community association with program registration, financials, communications, board support, volunteer coordination, operations and more!
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