Pickleball | August & September in Dalhousie

Pickleball August/September in Dalhousie

Play with a Coach – SATURDAYS with Instructor, Stephen Hansen) – NEW

This is not a formal lesson, but an opportunity for players to play games with a coach, who will provide tips, feedback, and strategy suggestions throughout the session.

  • Maximum participants: 7 players
  • Price: $25 per player for a 2-hour session
  • Saturdays: August 8, 15, 22
  • Saturdays: September 19, 26 (no class on September 12 due to Show & Shine)

Ball Machine Skills & Drills – SUNDAYS with Instructor, Bill Lane) – NEW

These sessions focus on skill development using the ball machine. A group of four players over two hours allows everyone to complete each drill multiple times and receive individual feedback.

  • Maximum participants: 4 players
  • Price: $35 per player for a 2-hour session
  • Sundays: August 9, 16, 23
  • Sundays: September 13, 20, 27

Pickleball Registration

Intro/Beginner Instructor

Stephen Hansen holds both Level 1 and Level 2 certifications from the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) and is also certified as an Instructor 1 through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP).

Intermediate Instructor

Bill Lane is a Certified IPTPA Level 2 instructor, NCCP-certified coach, and accredited PC referee. He was named Pickleball Alberta’s Coach of the Year in 2024 and has introduced over 800 new players to pickleball through more than 75 Intro sessions.

You may have wondered who are all the pickleball players you see on the Dalhousie courts all the time? That is usually members of the Calgary Pickleball Club. 

*Please note, the tennis and pickleball courts beside our parking lot belong to the City of Calgary and are to be booked through the City of Calgary website.  The DCA does not administer any tennis or pickleball court bookings except for our lessons/programs.

https://www.dalhousiecalgary.ca/programs/adult-pickleball/

CHC Presents J. Plank Sunday Aug 16 2026 – Live in Brentwood

J.Plank Sunday August 16 2026 – Live in Brentwood 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Only Brentwood Food Bank Booster Concert This Summer, Don’t Miss it!

Food Donations: 50/50 Split Veterans Food Bank/Our Little Free Food Library

Indoors at the Brentwood Sportsplex (1520B Northmount Dr NW)

Plank makes his Calgary debut August 16 at Calgary House Concerts. Road-tested, roots-driven, and masterful on lap steel, he brings decades of touring grit to an intimate Food Bank Booster concert. Join us for a special Live in the Community afternoon filled with bluesy Americana, heartfelt songwriting, and genuine connection — all in support of the Brentwood’s Little Food Library and Veterans Association Food Bank through our Food Bank Booster initiative.

$25 Artist Cover / Pay-What-You-Can

Buy Full $25 Ticket Here, RSVP/e transfer Pay-What-You-Can calgaryhouseconcerts@gmail.com

Casino Volunteers Needed!

Brentwood Community Association is currently recruiting Casino Volunteers for our fundraising casino December 21st and 22nd, 2026.  This is our most important fundraiser directly supporting our programs, operations, facilities and community work. No experience necessary!  Volunteers work alongside casino staff to ensure the event runs smoothly. PLEASE consider helping us out – your support is so valuable and we can’t do it without you.

SHIFTS: December 21-22, 2026, daytime, evening, late night

WHERE: Elbow River Casino 218 – 18 Ave SE, Calgary, AB

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 
Casino Volunteers may select roles such as:
General Manager
Banker
Cashier
Chip Runner
Count Room Supervisor
Count Room Staff

HOW TO APPLY
We’ve set-up SignUp Genius to manage our volunteers.  Link to the sign up is below.  Shift times are outlined in the SignUp Genius.

Thank you for your support!

Play On! Street Hockey Tournament

Play On!

Play On! is a non-profit organization with a mandate to preserve outdoor play and Canadian heritage through street hockey. This summer Play On! is coming to Calgary, shutting down 10 downtown blocks to host up to 300 teams. This unprecedented tournament will be raising money for the Calgary Police Youth Foundation in effort to make lasting change in Calgary communities. For more information about Play On! and the tournament this summer, visit playon.ca

Summer Love Needed at the Little Food Library

Summer #7, Our Little Free Food Library Needs some summer love , past few months donations have been down significantly.

Many people in Calgary are struggling, recent Calgary Food Bank post comments 100% increase in demand for their services in just 2 years.

Liza recently commented about how quickly the pantry can empty. Your help makes a real difference to those struggling in Brentwood and beyond.

Drop a food donation ANYTIME in the box beside the door 3624 Boulton Rd NW or making a monetary donation so that we can purchase more food.

Non-perishables, fresh bread, gift cards to purchase food or cash are welcome. Text 403.606.6949 to arrange pickup of cash, gift cards. One item makes a difference!

Could you check your pantry for items you won’t use or that are close to best before date

 

Need Help?
Call 211 – resources in Calgary Food, Shelter, Mental Health Resources

Calgary Food Bank Hamper # 403-253-2055

City of Calgary Food Map

Brentwood Community Association