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ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE AND THEATRE

ACTIVITY PARTY PALACE
Currie Barracks Building A3
Contact: Dafne Canales Lees
Phone: 403-277-8866
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Join us for a wonderful experience of dance, rhythm and culture. This is a great way to open your children’s eyes to the cultures of the world while introducing them to creative movement, helping to develop co-ordination and rhythm, communication skills and confidence building. Exploring movement through imagination, spontaneity, pictures, stories and props. Our experienced instructors are also available to teach a dance workshop at your next birthday party.

ALIVE DANCE WORKS
4251 Bow Trail SW and 873 - 85 Street SW
Phone: 403-246-5511
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Website: alivedanceworks.com
Ballet - jazz - tap - combo – hip hop - acro - musical theatre - and more! Age four to adult classes, recreational to advanced.  Performance Troupe Program (by audition), energetic classes/summer camps. Performances! Call our office or check out our website for more information on class schedules, pricing, teacher biographies and more.

ALLELUIA CHILDREN’S CHORUS
Contact: Anita Perlau|
Phone: 403-249-2001
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Website: alleluiachorus.info
Tired of fundraising, soaring tuitions, and stressful volunteer commitments? The Alleluia Children’s Chorus offers once-a-week rehearsals for aspiring singers and actors in a nurturing and positive environment. Our two ensembles, “Songsters” for ages six to nine and “Jubilate” for youth, specialize in musical theatre that shares the Gospel message. All rehearsals are held at First Lutheran Church in SW Calgary. Private voice lessons are also available.

ALBERTA REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (ARMTA)
Phone: 403-716-7310
Website: armta-calgary.com
Children and adults can enjoy learning music in a variety of styles from qualified instructors in over 100 studios around Calgary. Students may pursue piano, voice, string, woodwind, brass, guitar, accordion and theory, and may prepare for festivals and Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada exams. New member teachers always welcome.

AXIS DANCE CENTRE
239 Midpark Boulevard SE
Phone: 403-256-1474
Explore the art of dance! Classes offered from beginner to advanced in ballet, jazz, tap and hip hop for all school-aged children, as well as un-parented 10-week ‘Tiny Two’s’ and 12-week Preschool classes. Our qualified and experienced teaching staff is dedicated to motivating each and every child. It’s fun, creative and energetic. Give us a call today.

BALLET CLASSIQUE METHUSELA
Beddington
Phone: 403-245-4346
Our mission ‘to bring passion and joy to dance’ is reflected in our many classes offered, including ballet, jazz, tap, mom and tot, and much more for ages two to adult. In addition to having a strong emphasis on technique, our classes are brimming with oodles of fun and many giggles. Small class sizes, twice-per-year classical field trips and recitals are available. We are now accepting registrations for classes beginning in September, October, January, and February.  Space is limited! To register, call 403-245-4346.

BARBARA MOORE ACADEMY OF DANCE
5, 1603 62 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-264-9194
Website: fortheloveofdance.net
Barbara Moore Academy of Dance is a performance-based studio. We believe in developing the joy of movement, expression, self-image and confidence through the art of dance. We offer classes for all ages in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, modern, hip hop, creative movement, musical theatre, conditioning and floor barre.

BARVINOK UKRAINIAN DANCE SOCIETY
404 Meredith Road NE, St. Vladimir Centre
Phone: 403-246-0658
Website: barvinok.ca
Barvinok Ukrainian Dance Society is accepting registrations for fall, ages three to adult. No previous dance experience required. Spaces are limited.

BEST BEGINNINGS OFFERS KINDERMUSIK
Contact: Shannon
Phone: 403-938-0912
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Website: best-beginnings.com
Witness your child’s developmental evolution in language skills, literacy, listening, problem-solving, social skills, self-esteem, and musicality. Kindermusik is music and movement for parents and children from newborn to age seven. We have multiple locations for your convenience as well as sibling and concurrent classes so that you can bring two or more children at one time. Find out why 99 per cent of parents would recommend the program to others!

BRAZIER SCHOOL OF HIGHLAND DANCE
1 - 4303 14 Street NE
Phone: 403-809-2826
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The Brazier School of Highland Dance (1999) is committed to the technical instruction of Highland dancing in a fun, dynamic environment for students ages three and up. Experience shows, exams and competitions with champion-level instructors.

THE CALGARY BOYS CHOIR
Phone: 403-217-7790
Website: calgaryboyschoir.ab.ca
Join now! For boys who like to sing ages five and up. We value musical growth, respect, teamwork, and fun! Beginner programs are available in Arbour Lake NW, Taradale NE, Currie Barracks SW, and  Willow Park SE. Call to audition or to arrange a free rehearsal.  

CALGARY CHILDREN’S CHOIR
637 Alexander Crescent NW
Contact: Linda White
Phone: 403-210-3499
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Website: calgarychildrenschoir.com
If you love to sing or would like to learn, check out the Calgary Children’s Choir. This unique choral experience offers children ages five to 23 the opportunity to sing, perform and appreciate a wide variety of musical styles. Tuition and other fees are among the most reasonable in the city, and fundraising by parents is optional. 

CALGARY DANCE EXPRESS
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Website: calgarydanceexpress.com

CALGARY GIRLS CHOIR
203, 6628 Crowchild Trail SW
Phone: 403-686-7444
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Some girls are born to sing! Internationally recognized conductor Elaine Quilichini invites girls and young women ages four to 25 to join the Calgary Girls’ Choir, an award-wining choir offering training in vocal technique and production, sight singing, ear training, theory and music appreciation. The choir experience includes exceptional choral music education and performance opportunities. Develop poise, confidence, responsibility, and have fun!

CALGARY YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE
Box 65067, North Hill PO T2N 4T6
Contact: Mat Mailandt
Phone: 403-230-2664
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Calgary Young People’s Theatre offers introductory and advanced drama programs to children ages four to 17. Join us for our 15th anniversary year of providing professional instruction and direction for those interested in the performing arts. Act. Learn. Play. Grow! 

CANTARÉ CHILDREN’S CHOIR
3212 Palliser Drive SW
Contact: Maggie LeSage
Phone: 403-685-1132
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Website: cantarechildrenschoir.org
Come sing with us…the music experience of a lifetime awaits! Cantaré Children’s Choir invites boys and girls ages six to 19 to join one of our four national award-winning ensembles. Artistic Director Catherine Glaser-Climie believes in enriching the lives of children through the power and wonder of music. No prior musical experience is necessary!

CANTATÉ MUSIC SCHOOL
Phone: 403-243-3990
Website: cantatemusicschool.com
Cantaté Music School offers a fun-filled music experience for children three- to eight-years-of-age. The Kodaly Music Explorers program uses a singing approach. You’ll be amazed at how quickly and easily your child masters an excellent foundation of musicianship skills and knowledge (and parents learn lots too!).

CENTRE STAGE THEATRE COMPANY
Phone: 403-208-6736
Website: centre-stage.ca
Centre Stage presents plays, films and classes for all ages. Our popular classes & workshops provide students with opportunities from an introduction to the exciting world of theatre and film to the chance to perform in a full production or independent movie! Classes in five locations are taught by professional actors, directors, playwrights and technicians. Check our website or call for course offerings and our sensational season of shows.

CREATIVE EXPRESSION
NW CALGARY
Contact: Kathleen Collier
Phone: 403-809-6931
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Website: creative-expression.ca
Parents and School Administrators: Tailor made dance classes for your group or school. Offering resident artist programs, school lunch lessons, homeschool ballet classes (six to 12 years) and creative movement programs for Preschoolers (three to five years). We will work with you to create the ultimate dance experience!

CROSSINGS DANCE MINISTRIES
#219 - 153 Avenue SE (Midnapore)
Contact: Karen Jansen Sudds
Phone: 403-254-4321
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Website: crossingsdance.com
Crossings is committed to providing a creative home for young and mature bodies, minds and spirits. Our continual goal is to give a rich experience of dance to all students ages three through adult and novice through professional. All instructors are experienced and qualified professional dance educators and performers. Pre- professional and professional classes are offered in ballet, jazz and modern with recreational classes in hip hop and Preschool. Class sizes are limited to ensure the highest possible level of training, so register early as classes fill quickly.

DANCE ON EDGE INC.
913 - 9650 Harvest Hills Boulevard NE
Phone: 403-226-9943
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Offering dance lessons for ages two years to adult in jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop, musical theatre, lyrical, stretch & conditioning, Preschool and mom & tot. Quality instruction is provided within a studio that has a class for everyone as it offers both recreational and competitive programs. Register now as classes do fill quickly! 

DANCE WITH FRANCE STUDIOS
#104 - 8408 Elbow Drive SW
Contact: Rochelle/Dale Gartner
Phone: 403-243-2111
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Website: dancewithfrance.ca
Dance with France is Calgary’s #1 performing dance studio proudly serving Calgary for 23 years. By providing a great facility along with quality instruction, we surpass our clients’ expectations in an environment that is fun, exciting and promotes self-confidence!  Beginners to advanced classes in all styles of dance for all ages!  Visit our website for more information! Audition for our high-energy performing Demo Teams! Don’t wait...Register now!

DANSCOTT STUDIO
29, 735 Ranchlands Boulevard NW
Phone: 403-686-1337
Website: danscottstudio.com
For beginners and advanced students alike, Danscott offers a full range of dance programs. Workshops, competitions and exams are available; an annual highlight is our recital. Offering creative movement programs for three- and four-year-olds, Danscott Studio…a fun place to learn, discover grace and promote self-confidence. 

DECIDEDLY JAZZ DANCEWORKS
1514 - 4 Street SW
Contact: Jennica Willis
Phone: 403-228-8177
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Website: decidedlyjazz.com
The School of Decidedly Jazz is proud to be Calgary’s largest recreational dance studio, offering over 75 dance classes each week to over 1,000 students, ages two to 82. We strive to provide top- notch dance instruction in a professional, warm and encouraging atmosphere. Our dance instructors are some of the country’s best, and many of them have enjoyed careers on the stage with the professional Decidedly Jazz Danceworks Company.

DEWAAL MUSIC STUDIO
32B - 4 Street NE
Phone: 403-263-3339
Website: dewaalmusic.com
We have provided private music lessons geared to your child’s individual needs since 1979. Professional instruction is given for most instruments, as well as voice. Preparation for Royal Conservatory examinations and Kiwanis festivals is available. Day or evening times can be arranged. Our Studio is centrally located just out of downtown, one block off of Memorial Drive and 4 Street NE. 

EPCOR CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS – THEATRE SCHOOL
Contact: Aviva Fleising
Phone: 403-294-7455, Ext. 1075
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Website: epcorcentre.org
Beginner to advanced acting classes for ages six through adult, taught by professional theatre instructors in EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts. Located in the heart of Calgary’s cultural district, EPCOR CENTRE’s Theatre School is a great place to learn about acting, develop skills, discover your creative potential and most importantly - have fun!

EURO-RUSSIAN CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
PO Box 55189
Phone: 403-280-2367 or 403-830-6236
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Euro-Russian Conservatory of Music in-home private music lessons ages three to adult. Gift certificates available. Special for Grades 8, 9 and 10. More than 30 years experience. RCM examinations and festival. 

EVOLUTIONS SCHOOL OF DANCE
1721 - 12 Avenue NE
Contact: Stephanie Lewis
Phone: 403-819-0758
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Website: members.shaw.ca/esdEvolutions offers an innovative program combining the flamboyancy of Ukrainian folk dance with the technical finesse of ballet, jazz, and acrobatics. Ukrainian and ballet classes will focus on technique, character, choreography, and performance skills. Great aerobic fun for all ages, and cool activities for boys too! Performance group!  Competitions! Festivals!

FLAMINGO MUSIC
Contact: Challena Silbernagel
Phone: 403-690-1878
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Website: flamingomusic.ca
Start the school year with a new hobby! Now offering piano and flute lessons for both children and adults! Lessons start year round at very affordable single and family rates - no hidden registration fees. All styles taught including Royal Conservatory curriculum. 30- and 60-minute time slots – book now.

FREE HOUSE DANCE PLUS
2020 - 12 Avenue NW
Phone: 403-282-0555
Website: freehousedance.com
A talented assembly of dedicated professionals giving quality instruction to students of all levels and abilities, ages three to adult. Ballet, jazz, hip hop, Indo-jazz (Bollywood), tap, modern, musical theatre, breakdance, creative, Irish, Highland, African, flamenco, bellydance, club styles, samba, West African drumming, hooping, Pilates, and flex and tone. Fees from $42 per month.

GREEN LEARNING ACADEMY & CREATIVE KIDS
150, 7260 - 12 Street SE Deerfoot and Glenmore Trail
Phone: 403-873-1966
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Website: greenlearning.com
We learned who we are and what we love by exploring the world in our own unique way. Green Learning Academy and Creative Kids honors your children by assisting them with an innovative approach to teaching, empowering your children to become successful, independent and confident adults. Creative Kids nurtures your imaginative child with parented art and music programs for newborns to age five. Try out a class, or attend a workshop. “Teaching Children How to Think, not What to Think.”

GYMBOREE PLAY AND MUSIC PROGRAMS
Three locations citywide
Phone: 403-278-5264
Website: gymboreeclasses.com
Kids don’t come with instructions. That is why there is Gymboree. Think about this, 80 per cent of your child’s brain will develop by age five. That is why you and the Gymboree Learning Program are so important during the earliest stages of your child’s life. All seven of our age-appropriate levels and new enrichment classes, from birth to five years, are designed to not only encourage your child’s development, but to help you better understand it. We are growing young minds through classes in play, music, arts, Yoga fun, fitness fun and baby Signs.

IMAGINE MUSIC INC.
Phone: 403-730-0684
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Website: imaginemusicinc.com
Imagine Music Inc. is a unique and innovative company where music is a creative and fun learning experience. Imagine the possibilities with studio and in-home music lessons designed to suit your needs. Piano, keyboards, drums, voice, brass, woodwinds, violin, guitar, bass, theory and improvisation. Registration is ongoing.

KEL SOLOWAY DANCE ARTS STUDIOS INC.
NW/SW/SE locations
North: 403-241-7969
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Website: kelsolowaydancearts.com
Kel Soloway’s Dance Arts will celebrate their 26th anniversary this year, offering instruction in Preschool, jazz, modern, lyrical, musical theatre, fusion, jazzy hip pop, hip hop, tap, ballet, Celtic (River Dance), and company class. Levels range from beginners to advanced, ages three and up. All classes co-ed. Dance Arts provides convenience of studio locations, variety of dance styles and affordability.

KEYBOARD ACADEMY OF MUSIC
Phone: 403-255-0010 or 403-277-2987
Music lessons for ages five and up. Two locations offering piano, organ, keyboard and accordion. Popular, classical and theory programs with exam preparation from qualified teachers. Private and semi-private classes. Beginner’s trial program also offered! Call for more information or to register.

KINDERMUSIK AND MUSIKGARTEN
Contact: Glenda Evans or Holly Nichols
Phone: 403-241-1363
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Website: music-celebrations.com
Kindermusik and Musikgarten are early childhood music and movement curricula designed to awaken and develop your child’s inborn joy and talent for making music. You will enrich your family life through music as your child explores and learns through singing, dancing, listening, playing instruments and much more. Classes for infants through age nine. Includes group keyboard classes.

LAKEVIEW BALLET SCHOOL
North Glenmore Park Community Hall
2231 Longridge Drive SW
Phone: 403-246-2208
Offering pre-ballet (age three to six years), all Grades ballet, adult ballet, both beginner and advanced. R.A.D. and I.S.T.D. taught. Former member of the Munich Ballet Company, and holder of the Solo Seat Certificate; we have been teaching in Lakeview for over 35 years! Please call for more information.

LITTLE MOZART’S SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Bridgeland
Phone: 403-245-4346
An innovative, creative and inspiring approach to learning, loving and appreciating piano.  Flexible class schedules, reasonable rates, recitals and classical field trips are offered. A qualified instructor specializes in creating a magical music experience. Ages four and up are welcome. Space is limited! To register, call 403-245-4346.

MCDONALD WILSON DANCE ACADEMY
5107 - 33 Street NW (Brentwood)
Phone: 403-286-8119
Website: mwdadance.ca
Celebrating over 35 years of teaching dance...from the inside out. The McDonald Wilson Dance Academy has a mandate to develop strong technical skills hand-in-hand with the joy of artistic expression within ‘the non-competitive philosophy.’ Shannon Bachynski, A.R.A.D.; R.T.S.; and a staff of very qualified and dedicated dance educators offer a variety of dance classes.

MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Phone: 403-257-2890
Website: myc.com
Music for Young Children is a keyboard-based program providing children ages three to 11 with an exciting, child-centered approach to learning music. Children work together with parents and teacher in small age-specific groups to learn fundamental skills. Classes in Calgary and area. Music for Young Children Sunrise Program offers a positive introduction to music for Preschool children through singing, rhythm and listening activities. Group instruction enhances development of listening awareness, fine motor skills, attention span and social skills. 10-week classes offered in Calgary and area.

MUSIC MAKERS
71 Crowfoot Terrace NW
(Crowfoot Centre - across from Chapters)
Phone: 403-284-3301
And our new location - Country Hills Village
Phone: 403-374-1011
Established as a Calgary business in 1979! We have all your music needs: instruments, books, accessories, instrument rentals and instrument repair. Sign up now for a wide variety of private lessons including: piano, violin (Suzuki, Traditional and Fiddling styles), drums, guitar, viola, brass and woodwinds, voice and keyboard. Please call for more information or registration.

MUSICA ACADEMY YAMAHA SCHOOL
Bow Trail SW/Country Hills Landing NW
Contact: Looi Tan
Phone: 403-681-3117
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Website: musicaacademy.com
Musica Academy offers the internationally renowned Yamaha group class for ages three and above. Call for a free demo class. We also offer piano, violin, guitar and voice lessons. We are located on Bow Trail SW and Country Hills Landing NW. Making music makes you smarter!

ORFF AT SING MOVE PLAY
North Glenmore Park Community Centre SW
Phone: 403-258-3466
Website: singmoveplay.com
This 28-week program for three- to nine-year-olds teaches concepts and skills while instilling a love of music. The Preschool level sessions emphasize pitch awareness, rhythm and melody development through speech, song and movement, and use of non-pitched instruments. Older children develop musical skills concentrating on pitch, listening, singing, rhythm, form, basic harmony, improvisation, music, reading and playing instruments in solo and ensemble activities. Come and join us as we joyfully SING MOVE and PLAY!

ORFF MUSIC FOR CHILDREN
Contact: Wendy
Phone: 403-284-4085
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Website: orffmuscalgary.com
ORFF Music for Children is a music education program for children ages two through 10. Through speaking, singing, moving, playing instruments and creating, each child experiences music in a small group setting. Parent & Tot classes, sequentially structured Preschool classes, and Ensemble classes offer a variety of music experiences designed to foster a life-long love of music.

PINKMITTENS2 - PUTTING THE HEART BACK INTO ART!
Contact: Adrienne Adams
Phone: 403-244-1809
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Website: pinkmittens2.ca
Fairy and Goblin Art Classes! Learn to draw better and create the fantasy creatures you want! Enhance your skills through in-depth study of animals, plants and geometry. Draw fairies, paint elves, sculpt gargoyles, make dragons, and much more! Offered by visual artist Adrienne Adams, who also works as an artist in residence in city schools and teaches after-school art clubs throughout the year. Call today to register now!

PUMPHOUSE THEATRES
Phone: 403-263-0079
Website: pumphousetheatre.ca
Come to The Pumphouse Theatre for fall and winter drama classes for five- to 16-year-olds. Classes include: Introduction to Drama, Improvisation, Shakespeare, and Drama Exploration (modeled after our popular summer camps). Homeschool classes in Shakespeare and Discovering Drama are also offered. For more information call or visit our website.

QUEST THEATRE
310, 815 - 1 Street SW
Theatre School Location: 900 - 47 Avenue SW
(one block west of Elbow Drive)
Phone: 403-264-8575, Ext. 4
Website: questtheatre.org
Theatre School Dates: September to April
Students who want more in-depth drama experience can learn step-by-step - once a week - about acting, voice, speech and movement from professional actors and directors. Classes are taught in a nurturing environment that allows the creative student to expand and channel all their imaginative energy. Classes will run over two semesters throughout this time period.

RMC THEATRE ARTS
4039 Brentwood Road NW
Contact: David Vanden Enden
Phone: 403-284-5100, Ext.247
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Website: actingatrmc.ca
RMC Theatre Arts now accepting applications to our Junior Theatre Schools. Students will work with professional instructors incorporating singing, movement and acting that will culminate in a fantastic final performance. For an experience your child will never forget, call now to register! Ages eight to 12 and 13 to 18. Fall School, September 29 to November 3, 2007. Winter School, January 26 to March 1, 2008. Saturdays 10am to 3pm. Contact Mabelle for more information or to register.

THE SCHOOL OF ALBERTA BALLET
West Annex, 2nd floor, 906 - 12 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-245-2274
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Website: albertaballet.com/school
Dedicated to providing superior training in a friendly, stimulating and creative environment, we offer programs to promote fitness and personal fulfillment to the recreational dancers as well as programs to nurture and develop aspiring professional dancers to their greatest individual potential. Our regular division program offerings are available to children as young as three up to adult classes. Programs run from September through mid-June and summer programs are also offered.

SONATA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Unit 344, 2335 - 162 Avenue SW Shoppes of Bridlewood
Contact: Alvena Li
Phone: 403-256-8787
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Website: sonatayamaha.com
Come learn music the Yamaha way! The world famous Yamaha Music Programs are designed for children from age two and up in group lesson format with parent involvement. This gives children motivation, builds confidence and makes learning fun! Sign up now for our fall courses and watch as we release the musical talent from your child through singing, listening and keyboard playing activities.

STARCHEVSKI SCHOOL OF BALLET INC.
201, 200 Country Hills Landing NW
Phone: 403-226-8874
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Website: ssballet.ca
Whether looking for your child’s first dance school or an experienced dancer aspiring to a professional career or a recreational dancer looking to build confidence and have the opportunity to perform, we have something to offer you. Our dance program includes classes in all levels of ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, modern, flamenco, musical theatre, lyrical and Ukrainian. Performances in December and June highlight the accomplishments of all our students.

SUZUKI EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC
335 - 6 Street NE
Contact: Jamai Moltzahn
Phone: 403-289-7434
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Website: suzukimusiccentre.com
Experience the joy of awakening your child’s innate musical ability with Suzuki-Dalcroze Eurhythmics classes for babies (three to 36 months) and for Preschoolers (three to five years). Students will develop musicianship, attention, memory, concentration, co-ordination, speech, and social skills with singing and movement games using instruments, balls, hoops, ribbons and more. Instructor is certified in Suzuki Early Childhood Music studies and is a student of Eurhythmics at the Juilliard School in New York.

SUZUKI TALENT EDUCATION SOCIETY
7102 - 14 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-243-3113
Website: suzukitalented.org
Violin, viola and piano instruction - ages three and up. Early childhood music classes. Suzuki students learn to play as naturally as learning to speak. All children can learn. For further information, contact the Suzuki Society, a nonprofit organization.

TRYZUB SCHOOL OF UKRAINIAN DANCE
Phone: 403-720-4840
Website: www.tryzub.ab.ca

WESTSIDE CHILDREN’S CHOIR
616 Wilderness Drive SW
Contact: Jean Czaja
Phone: 403-271-7925
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Website: westsidechildrenschoir.com
The Westside Children’s Choir offers non-competitive traditional choral programs for girls and boys ages Grade 2 to post-secondary. The three divisions rehearse once a week and perform four times each year. There are no auditions and no fundraising. Call today for information on fees and registration. Financial assistance is available.

YOUTH SINGERS
620 - 13 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-234-9549
Fax: 403-234-9590
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Website: youthsingers.org
Live your music dream! Youth Singers is Calgary’s most unique performing arts organization, providing a comprehensive choral education program incorporating singing, dancing, and acting for ages three-and-a-half and up. Join us or book us for an event! Call us for more information or visit our website.

EDUCATION, TUTORING & LANGUAGES

ACADEMY FOR MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE
NW Brentwood Village: 403-338-0008
Temple Crossing: 403-590-8385
SW Shoppes of Bridlewood: 403-201-5050
SE Lake Bonavista Promenade: 403-225-2700
Website: acadfor.com
Watch your child’s grades and confidence level soar with our unique system designed to improve students’ math, Language Arts and science skills by one to two grade levels in as little as six months. The Academy offers individualized attention and highly skilled tutors. Call one of our four Calgary locations to book an assessment or visit our website for more details.

BEACON LITERACY INC.
50, 1331 - 44 Avenue NE
Contact: Yvonne Basten
Phone: 403-283-3278
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Website: literacycanada.com
Beacon Literacy delivers the fastest, most effective, one-on-one reading program on the planet! We guarantee a one-grade level increase in only 20 hours of instruction. Free, no obligation assessments (a $150 value) help parents understand where and why there is a difficulty and what can be done about it. Call now!

BOWCROFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – GERMAN BILINGUAL PROGRAM
3940 - 73 Street NW
Contact: Meike Thomsen
Phone: 403-777-6020
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Website: http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/b111
Vorsprung durch Lernen - Get ahead by learning German in Calgary German Bilingual Program at Bowcroft Elementary School: Kindergarten to Grade 6, (intake K to G1 or with proficiency in German), registration ongoing, transportation available. For more information on German language education from Preschool to high school level, please visit the Association for German Education in Calgary on the web at www.germaneducationcalgary.ca or email This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

BRILLIANT BEGINNINGS EDUCATIONAL CENTRE
207A - 19 Street NW
Phone: 403-283-KIDS(5437)
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Website: brilliantbeginnings.ca
Brilliant Beginnings is Calgary’s one-stop educational centre for parents, infants, and toddlers (up to four years)! Brilliant Beginnings offers a variety of parented programs that consist of fun and interactive activities to promote language & literacy, thinking skills, self-control, self-confidence & motor skills. Brilliant Beginnings also offers infant massage, baby Signing classes, parenting support, parent workshops (sleep, positive discipline, etc.) and services for children with special needs.

GENIUS BY CHOICE
Unit 281, 3553 - 31 Street NW
Phone: 403-267-2400
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Website: geniusbychoice.com
Genius by Choice offers an innovative, effective system that takes the struggle out of learning. Developed on the foundations of neuroscience, students are able to take control of their learning with this simple method. Whether your child struggles with math, science, exam-taking skills or just needs an academic edge, we can help. Call for a no obligation assessment (a $75 value) to learn how we can help your child.

GREEN LEARNING ACADEMY & CREATIVE KIDS
150, 7260 - 12 Street SE
Deerfoot and Glenmore Trail
Phone: 403-873-1966
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Website: greenlearning.com
We learned who we are and what we love by exploring the world in our own unique way. Green Learning Academy and Creative Kids honors your children by assisting them with an innovative approach to teaching, empowering your children to become successful, independent and confident adults. Creative Kids nurtures your imaginative child with parented art and music programs for newborns to age five. Try out a class, or attend a workshop. “Teaching Children how to Think, not What to Think.”

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA – CALGARY CHAPTER
340, 1202 Centre Street SE
Phone: 403-283-6606
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Website: LDAA.net
The LDAA-CC is dedicated to advancing the education, social development, legal rights and general well-being of people with learning disabilities. Children and teen programs include summer camps and year-round social skills programs that focus on building communication skills. Also offering parent and educator workshops, resource library, and more.

MAD SCIENCE OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA
Phone: 403-263-4140
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Website: madscience.org/calgary
Mad Science offers curriculum-based, educational, one-hour workshops and eight-week science clubs, for students Grade K to 6, perfect for schools and homeschooling groups. Check out our website for current programs or call our office. Our eight-week “Crazy Chemworks” club starts in October, January and April - don’t miss out!

MASTERMIND COGNITIVE TRAINING
Phone: 403-243-9533
Website: mastermindtraining.ca
At Mastermind, we enhance the underlying cognitive skills that lead to more proficient learning with three unique, dynamic and powerful programs that offer new hope to families. Developed by a leading team of psychologists, the effectiveness of these one-on-one programs is indisputable as they have been used in over 2000 schools, universities, hospitals and clinics to help with such skills as attention and focus, logic and reasoning, comprehension, language processing, auditory analysis (fundamental to reading and spelling), visual processing and memory. Call today to book your free assessment.

THE READING FOUNDATION
207, 2310 - 2 Street SW
Phone: 403-244-9527
Website: readingfoundation.com
The Reading Foundation is a private clinic located in Calgary that offers unique remedial programs for reading, spelling, comprehension and math. We have helped thousands of clients of all ages to build their reading and math skills, their confidence and self-esteem. The Reading Foundation is highly successful, with a proven track record. Call for more information or to book an assessment.

ROCKY POINT ACADEMY
Phone: 1-866-685-0067
Website: rockypointacademy.com
Rocky Point Academy is a learning centre who offers unique and effective one-week programs for individuals struggling with reading, writing, math or ADD.

SHABBAT SCHOOL AT TEMPLE B’NAI TIKVAH
900 - 47 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-252-1654
Website: templebnaitikvah.org
Temple B’nai Tikvah Shabbat School follows the Union of Reform Judaism (URJ) curriculum “To See the World Through Jewish Eyes.” The curriculum revolves around the following themes: Shabbat and festivals, Jewish identity, Jewish family life, Hebrew, prayer, Synagogue, Israel and Tzedakah. We pride ourselves on providing a fun, warm and fascinating learning environment created by our committed and talented teaching staff. Classes are held on Saturday mornings for children Preschool age through junior high from September to May.

SOUTHERN ALBERTA – HERITAGE LANGUAGE ASSOCIATION (SAHLA)
205, 1409 Edmonton Trail NE
Phone: 403-233-7998
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Website: sahla.ca
The Southern Alberta Heritage Language Association is a not-for-profit umbrella organization, whose mission is to lead, advocate and provide resources for the promotion of effective languages education. SAHLA represents 40 community-based language schools, which are operated by Calgary’s many cultural organizations. Commonly known as ‘international language’ or ‘heritage language’ schools, these programs provide language and culture learning opportunities to children from Kindergarten to high school as well as adults.

SYLVAN LEARNING – IMPROVE YOUR CHILD’S STUDY SKILLS
Contact: Debbie
Phone: 403-777-1288
Only Sylvan teaches the study skills your child needs to do better in school. Our study skills program teaches students time management, goal-setting and how to follow directions; how to take notes, be organized, research and present information; how to schedule study times and learn test-taking strategies. See why more parents turn to Sylvan than to any other tutor. 

SYLVAN LEARNING – IMPROVE YOUR CHILD’S WRITING SKILLS
Contact: Debbie
Phone: 403-777-1288
Sylvan can help improve your child’s writing skills, from grammar - to essays - to research papers. Students will learn the five steps in the writing process including: prewriting - revising - editing. Our writing instruction will help your child tackle the toughest writing assignments with confidence. See why more parents choose Sylvan than any other tutor.

HOBBIES

SMALL SOLDIER
Douglas Square (Deerfoot Trail & 24 Street SE)
Phone: 403-203-2622
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Website: smallsoldier.ca
Small Soldier is a visually unique, military-themed hobby store specializing in model kits, detailed tabletop gaming miniatures, and all the essential model making supplies including historical reference books. Small Soldier hosts birthday parties, instructional model building classes, gaming nights and a variety of hands-on demonstrations.

MARTIAL ARTS

ALBERTAMARTIALINFO.COM
Looking for a martial arts school? Albertamartialinfo.com is your best source for current information on the Alberta Martial Arts scene. It includes an overview of different systems or styles and includes tournament and seminar information. You will also find a directory of schools with information on their programs. Check it out! 

ARASHI-DO KARATE
South, Central and North Calgary
Contact: Becky
Phone: 403-809-0744
Karate classes for ages four and up at three different locations in South, Central and North Calgary. Our acclaimed karate program emphasizes personal development as well as physical fitness and self-defence training practiced in a safe, fun, professional atmosphere. Call to set up your free introductory class. We also offer kickboxing programs for ages 14 plus.

HIRO’S JUDO CLUB
115, 1919 - 27 Avenue NE
Contact: Allan Sattin
Phone: 403-250-3177
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Website: hirosjudoclub.com
Hiro’s Judo Club has been in continuous operation in Calgary since 1957. Judo is fun. Judo is a wonderful sport and a practical means of self-defence for people of all ages. Judo develops self-discipline, confidence, leadership skills and physical co-ordination. All classes are taught by NCCP certified instructors.

YU’S TAEKWONDO MARTIAL ARTS CENTRE
Room 102, 7907 Flint Road SE
Contact: Grand Master Yu
Phone: 403-258-0998
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Website: yustaekwondo.org
Yu’s Taekwondo Schools apply the philosophies and teachings of traditional Korean Martial Arts, along with state-of-the-art, modern self-defence techniques to achieve total fitness of the body and mind. Our specially designed program will help you in both business and in daily life. After just a few weeks of training, you should notice improvement in your energy levels, flexibility, and overall health.

ORGANIZATIONS & CLUBS

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CALGARY
Phone: 403-276-9981
Website: calgaryboysandgirlsclub.ca
Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary Community Clubs offer a welcoming place for children and youth to come after school, make friends, and participate in activities that will encourage self-esteem and the ability to make positive lifestyle choices. For more information please call us or visit our website.

FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH
12345 - 40 Street SE
Contact: Children’s Ministry Admin.
Phone: 403-258-8287
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Website: faccalgary.com
DiscoveryLand First Alliance Church 12345 - 40 Street SE: 252-7572; Children’s Ministry Admin.: 258-8287; Website: faccalgary.com. DiscoveryLand is a place for children from birth to Grade 5 to discover God through fun learning and caring relationships. DiscoveryLand provides large group worship, a Bible teaching time and an age-specific small group time. DiscoveryLand runs during each of our weekend services. DiscoveryLand is led by caring volunteers who provide a great place for kids!

GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA CALGARY AREA
2188 Brownsea Drive NW
Phone: 403-283-2848 or 1-800-565-8111
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Website: calgareaguides.com
No two days in Guiding are the same! With the widest range of activities of any youth program, Guiding gives girls a chance to try different activities every time. If your daughter is looking for serious fun, make sure she joins us today! Sparks: five to six; Brownies: seven to eight; Guides: nine to 12; Pathfinders: 12 to 15; Senior Branches: 15 to 17 and up; Adult Leaders: 18 and up.

ROYAL CANADIAN SEA CADETS CALGARY
1227 - 38 Avenue NE
Contact: Lt(N) Bouliane CD
Phone: 403-291-2666
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Website: rcscccalgary.ca
Male and female youth, ages 12 to 18 years. The best Canadian National Youth Program where you can learn: citizenship; leadership; Naval traditions; team work; self-confidence; sailing; marksmanship; physical fitness; marching band; sports; scholarships; new friends. Learn how to take initiative and how to make decisions. You can also qualify for summer camps. Check our website for all activities at the local, provincial, national and international levels.

UNITARIAN CHURCH OF CALGARY
1703 - 1 Street NW
Contact: Sandy Cooper
Phone: 403-230-4146
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Website: unitarianscalgary.org
Our religious education programs for children and youth explore wisdom from the world’s major religions, encourage children’s ideas about spirituality, promote living in harmony with nature, and celebrate what it means to be Unitarian. Families are welcome year round.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

ONE LIFE TRAINING
Phone: 403-277-5816
Website: onelifetraining.ca
Workshops for teens.

SELF SKILLS
Website: selfskills.com
Manners & Leadership Development Classes for young people or adults.

SPORTS & RECREATION

ALBERTA ALPINE SKI ASSOCIATION – NANCY GREENE SKI LEAGUE
Phone: 403-247-5966
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Website: albertaalpine.ca
Ski racing for the fun of it! The Nancy Greene Ski League is a grass roots program designed for children aged five- to ten-years-old. Club-led programs offer season-long development for young skiers of all levels in a fun, safe and family-focused environment. Learn the joys skiing and ski racing under the guidance of certified, experienced coaches. Contact the Alberta Alpine Ski Association for information on clubs and programs in your area.

ALBERTA GYMNASTICS FEDERATION
Phone: 1-800-665-1010 or 259-5500
Website: abgym.ab.ca
Everyone can find something meaningful and beneficial in gymnastics regardless of age, ability, or the ambitiousness of your goals. From the recreational gymnast who participates just for fun, to the high performance international competitor who is drawn by the allure of a gold medal, gymnastics not only helps you improve your fitness, it also demands mental focus and provides a valuable outlet for personal expression. You’re never too young, or too old, to gain something positive from the sport. Find out how gymnastics can promote self-esteem, self-discipline, and form the healthy foundation for an active lifestyle.

ALTADORE GYMNASTIC CLUB
101, 6303 - 30 Street SE
Phone: 403-720-2711
Website: altadoregymnasticsclub.com
Offering recreation programs for children of all ages. We have Parent and Pee Wee (ages 18-months to two years), Gym’N Fun, Kindergym, CanGym, Gym’N Dance and Tumbling and Trampoline. Gymnastics helps develop the motor skills to succeed at all other sports. The club has a world class coaching staff and offers top-level competitive programs. Home club of Olympians and national champions.

BLACK GOLD CALGARY SYNCHRONIZED SKATING CLUB (CSSC)
Phone: 403-254-8570
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Website: blackgoldsynchro.com
Figure skaters: Looking for a team sport? Skill development? Travel? Parents: See your child build their confidence in skating with the support of teammates. CSSC offers a fantastic experience for figure skaters (beginner to experienced) who want to expand their skills into team skating. Teams practice from September to March AND compete at local, regional, and national competitions. Check our website for up-to-date information about synchronized skating.

CALALTA COMMUNITY FIGURE SKATING CLUB
Jimmie Condon Arena, 502 Heritage Drive SW
Phone: 403-245-2425
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Website: calalta.net
Calalta is home to Olympic and international figure skating competitors. Calalta is now accepting registrations for fall and winter CanSkate and figure skating programs for children of all ages. Adult programs are also available. In November, Calalta is proud to host the 2007 Calgary Open Figure Skating Competition, a Skate Canada event.

CALGARY AQUABELLES
Phone: 403-209-2941
Website: aquabelles.com

Calgary Fencing Club
NE Corner of VRRI, Building 3304 - 33 Street NW
Phone: 403-246-5801
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Website: calgaryfencingclub.ca
Calling all swashbucklers to learn the exciting modern sport of fencing! Beginner classes for children, youth, and adults start every second month. Excellent coaches and custom-designed facility. Discover why it is nicknamed ‘Physical Chess’!

CALGARY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE
1607 - 90 Avenue SW
Contact: Janine Krusky
Phone: 403-444-3177
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Website: calgaryjcc.com
The Calgary JCC offers a variety of sports and recreation programs for all ages. Join us for activities such as swimming, cooking, climbing, soccer, tennis, floor hockey, Karate, Yoga, music classes, and much more. Book your birthday party with us or spend your summers at our wonderful Explorer and Sports Camp. There are many different, fun ways to participate in sports and recreation at the Calgary JCC. Join us!

CALGARY P-TOO LEARN-TO-SWIM ASSOCIATION
Phone: 403-290-1886
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The Calgary P-Too Learn-to-Swim Association offers pre-competitive programs for swimmers of all abilities. Our program, based on the award-winning ‘Sears I Can Swim’ invites children ages six to nine to come register. These classes run out of Glenmore Pool or the Calgary Jewish Centre at convenient, after-school times. We run two sessions per year: September to January; and January to early June. For more information, check our website at calgaryptoo.com.

CALGARY SPARTANS TRACK CLUB
Suite 29, 234 - 5149 Countryhills Boulevard NW
Contact: Registrar
Phone: 403-208-9224
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Website: calgaryspartans.com
Since the early 1970s, the Calgary Spartans Track Club has promoted the development of athletes at all levels of track and field. We offer a complete track and field program including: sprints, jumps, distance, throwing and a Junior Development Program. These programs are for kids from nine to 18 and for adults as well. Please check out our website for more details and contact information at www.calgaryspartans.com.

CALGARY SPEED SKATING ASSOCIATION
Olympic Oval
Contact: Nicole Deering
Phone: 403-220-4417
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Website: calgaryspeedskating.com
Are you a skilled skater looking for something new? Or are you someone who has never before put blades to ice? We have programs for all age groups - beginner to adult - from introducing skating skills to speed-specific skills to competitive racing. Come out and try the sport in an Olympic venue.

CARDEL PLACE
11950 Country Village Link NE
Phone: 403-532-1013
Website: cardelplace.com
Cardel Place for Community, Sports & Recreation. Our vision is ‘to be an inspiring destination enriching individual, family and community lifestyles’ through our unique programs and services. This fall, we are offering a variety of new programs such as: Family Yoga, Tiny Tutus, Yoga for Preschoolers, Kindermusik, Homeschool activities, Kids Cooking 101, Family Climbing, Soccer, Cardel Sk8 lessons, Aikido and Hapkido. As well, we offer a variety of education, theme, and nutrition workshops for all ages! Fall program registration begins August 27. For more information on programs, call us or visit our website.

CASCADE SWIM CLUB
Phone: 403-263-7946
Website: cascadeswimming.com
Learn to swim the Olympic way! The Cascade Swim Club has been one of Calgary’s premiere youth sport organizations for over 30 years. Operating out of four Calgary area pools (Talisman Centre, Acadia, Canyon Meadows, Mount Royal), we offer top quality swim programming for children of all ages. Our program teaches an athletic lifestyle, self-discipline, goal-setting and provides an environment for each individual to achieve their personal best.

CHINOOK RHYTHMIQUE GYMNASTIC CLUB
2225 Macleod Trail SE
Contact: Joan Jack or Olga Khabarova
Phone: 403-277-3385
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Website: chinookrg.com
Rhythmic gymnastics is a blend of dance and sport. It develops and maintains a gymnast’s flexibility, strength, balance, and encourages individual creativity! Along with body technique, apparatus skills with ball, ribbon, hoop, clubs and rope are developed. Chinook Rhythmique Gymnastic Club trains pre-competitive and competitive gymnasts (ages five plus) at Talisman Centre.

CITY OF CALGARY RECREATION
Various locations
Contact: 3-1-1
Phone: 403-268-3800 to register
Website: calgary.ca/recreation
The Fall 2007 Recreation Program Guide consists of recreation facility information, lessons and programs for all ages and abilities. Inside this easy-to-use guide, you’ll find a complete listing of programs including arts, fitness, dance, skating, sports, swimming and more. Programs are offered at convenient times and at various facilities throughout the city. Copies of the Guide are available on selected stands throughout the city.

CITY OF CALGARY - AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTRES
Various locations
Contact: 3-1-1
Phone: 403-268-3800 to register
Website: calgary.ca/pools
Our 12 Aquatics and Fitness Centres are a great place to exercise, meet new friends, have a laugh, learn something new and even find some stress relief. Practice your strokes, work up a sweat or simply relax in one of our salt water swimming pools, many of which come complete with hot tubs, steam rooms and fully-equipped fitness centres. Our professionally trained, friendly staff has your best interest at heart.

CITY OF CALGARY - ARENAS
Various locations
Contact: 3-1-1
Phone: 403-268-3800 to register
Website: calgary.ca/recreation
Skating is a great way to have fun and get some exercise! You are always welcome at the City’s 18 indoor arenas which offer ice time for organized hockey, ringette and figure skating as well as public drop-in times for personal and family skating.

CITY OF CALGARY - ARTS CENTRES
Various locations
Phone: 403-268-3800 to register
Website: calgary.ca/arts
North Mount Pleasant and Wildflower Arts Centres guarantee you safe, artful, and supportive learning environments regardless of your age or ability. Our courses teach art concepts and skills while nurturing creativity and individuality. Arts Centres instructors are practising artists and experienced teachers with formal, fine or performing arts training. At the Arts Centres, deliberately small class sizes allow for personal attention and appropriate working space for everyone.

CITY OF CALGARY - GOLF
Various locations
Contact: 3-1-1
Phone: 403-268-3800 to register
Website: calgary.ca/golf
The City of Calgary Recreation offers the most affordable golf opportunities in Calgary. With eight municipal courses conveniently located throughout the city, there is a course to suit every ability, whether you are an experienced player or just a beginner. Amenities vary by location. The golf courses are open for play from April until the end of October (weather permitting).

CITY OF CALGARY - LEISURE CENTRES
Various locations
Contact: 3-1-1
Phone: 403-268-3800 to register
Website: calgary.ca/leisurecentres
The City of Calgary’s two Leisure Centres, Southland and Village Square, offer a wealth of fun and excitement for people of all ages! Whether you want to play in the water park, work out in our fitness centre, play basketball or badminton in our gyms, drop in to an invigorating exercise class or learn a new sport, our variety of amenities, activities and courses aim to assist everyone achieve their best.

CITY OF CALGARY – VILLAGE SQUARE LEISURE CENTRE
2623 - 56 Street NE
Phone: 403-280-9714 or 3-1-1
Website: calgary.ca/leisurecentres
We offer a wide variety of amenities and programs for active individuals of all ages and ability. Programs include swim lessons, dance, day camps, playschool, a variety of fitness classes, aqua fitness, hockey, skating, and a variety of drop-in sports. Our programs are designed for fun, skill development and promote lifelong patterns of active living. For more information on our programs and services, pick up a copy of the Fall 2007 Recreation in the City Program Guide or visit us on the web.

CODA’S CANADA OLYMPIC PARK
88 Canada Olympic Road SW
Contact: Guest Services
Phone: 403-247-5452
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Website: canadaolympicpark.ca
Your Urban Adventure awaits at CODA’s Canada Olympic Park. Winter season at the Park runs from early November until the end of March for skiing, snowboarding, ziplining, bobsleigh, cross-country skiing, and of course, some great shopping and eating! We offer a full slate of ski and board programs throughout the season to keep your family busy. Plan now to put your kids in the Christmas or Teacher’s Convention holiday camps to build confidence on the slopes. Canada Olympic Park takes a short breather and then re-opens in May for spring and summer adventure with mountain biking, zorbing, ziplining, the Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum, and a wide variety of summer camps that will keep you coming back. Check us out at canadaolympicpark.ca.

THE CRUX CLIMBING AND BOULDERING
Bay 9, 1415 - 28 Street NE
Phone: 403-235-CRUX (2789)
Website: thecruxclimbing.com
Join the Crux Junior Climbing team. The Crux is recruiting all levels of climbers to train and compete locally with our team. The Crux offers a unique, exciting and fun opportunity for kids to increase their physical strength, confidence and problem-solving skills. We also offer a drop-in program that includes instruction. Visit our website or contact us for more information.

FLIP FACTORY GYM CLUB & FIT KIDS MOBILE GYMNASTIC PROGRAMS
1423 - 8 Avenue SE (Inglewood)
Contact: Darlene Traviss
Phone: 403-617-9591
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Website: flip-factory.com
How much fun can exercise be?! The Flip Factory provides quality instruction for everyone. Learn more about our gymnastic, trampoline, tumbling and reverse bungee programs. Classes for the very young (babies) to the young at heart (adults) and all ages in-between. High activity birthday parties are a hit at the Flip Factory. Check out our Chestermere satellite program - Fit Kids - quality gymnastic programs for one- to five-year-olds.

FOOTHILLS NORDIC SKI CLUB 
Website: foothillsnordic.ca
Located at COP, we are Calgary’s oldest and most active Nordic ski club. Offering recreational and racing programs for children ages five plus. Entry-level Jackrabbits and Biathlon Bears programs with trained, volunteer coaches. Qualified racing coaches for advanced skiers. Information and online registration at foothillsnordic.ca. Make winter fun!

GYMANIACS
2, 125 - 1 Street East Cochrane, AB
Phone: 403-932-5104
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Website: gymaniacs.com
Join us in our childproof PlayGym and remember what being a kid is all about! Our facility is designed for children under six to feel safe, active, and self-confident. Experience the joy of discovery with your child in our ever-changing wonderland. For some extra fun, choose from our fantastic in-house birthday packages or take a toy home with you from our growing catalogue of Toy Rentals!

GYMTASTICS GYM CLUB
South Calgary location: 403-254-9010
West Calgary location: 403-503-0662
Website: gymtastics.ca
Gymtastics offers unique programs for all ages - tot to teens. Our programs are designed to develop the motor skills and self-confidence of your child through the exciting physical and social activities of gymnastics, tumbling and trampoline. Your child will be taught by qualified instructors in a bright, clean and safe environment. Come see why Gymtastics is Alberta’s most talked about and fastest growing children’s gymnastics club.

HORSES R COOL RIDING SCHOOL LTD.
Box 1445 Cochrane, AB T4C 1B4
Contact: Diane
Phone: 403-932-5323
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Website: horsesrcool.com
Year-round horse programs from very young to adult enthusiasts. Special needs individuals or groups welcome. Our specialty is the Summer Day Camp running for over 30 successful years at Griffin Valley Ranch, Cochrane. Fall, winter and spring programs offer group lessons for all ages, family lunch & learn rides, birthday parties and adults-only activities. Something for everyone. Professional, friendly staff at your service. Come make a friend!

MOUNT ROYAL RECREATION – CLIMBING CENTRE
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Phone: 403-440-6348
Website: mtroyal.ca/recreation
Kids love to experience new adventures, and nothing is more adventurous than climbing up our 42 foot wall. Mount Royal Recreation offers a variety of climbing courses for children ages four and up. Topics include: top rope climbing, belaying, bouldering and rappelling. All courses are taught by certified instructors in a fun, safe and encouraging environment.

NAKISKA WINTER SPORTS SCHOOL
Phone: 403-232-8477 Calgary Direct
Website: skinakiska.com
To live in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and not try alpine skiing or snowboarding is missing a doorstep opportunity. The sport is more accessible in our part of the country than almost anywhere else, and it can be learned at any age. Nakiska offers a range of drop-in and multi-week ski & snowboard lesson programs for all ages - check our website skinakiska.com for details!

RIDERS ON BOARD
Phone: 403-807-7630
Website: ridersonboard.com
Snowboarding coaching & train