Sports & Hobbies groups near Calgary, AB

A great way to make new friends, share stories over delicious meals, and improve or start a new hobby in photography. No professional equipment required—bring your smartphone, DSLR, or anything in between! **What we offer:** * Brunch Meetups: Relax and connect over tasty brunch in some of the best spots in the city. * Dinner Socials: Unwind with new friends in the evening with great food and conversation. * Photography Walks: Explore scenic locations, capture stunning shots, and enjoy the outdoors with fellow photography enthusiasts. * **Who should join:** * Anyone aged 35-45 looking to make meaningful connections. * Food lovers who enjoy brunch or dinner outings. * Photography enthusiasts, whether you're a beginner or a pro. * Those seeking a casual, friendly environment to socialize and explore the city. **What to expect:** * Brunch and dinner meetups at various restaurants around the city. * Regular photography walks at different times of the day (to capture different lighting). * Tips and tricks from fellow group members to help improve your photography skills. * A fun, relaxed environment to socialize and grow.

Whether your huge sports fan, an entrepreneur, hobbyist playing fantasy sports leagues, or looking at the odds; there seems to be a growing community in Calgary that is interested in Sports Data.

You should join this meetup if you are one of this individuals that loves the intersection between data and sports.

We want to get together to share our own projects and findings, bring in speakers to talk about the data being created in sports and the novel ways it's being analyzed.

Welcome to our tabletop meetup group! Our focus is to organize events which are very welcoming and inclusive for people of all ages and interest levels. We aim to grow the hobby and make it easy for new and casual players to learn more about games as well as provide tremendous access for hobby gamers to meet new people and make new friends.

Welcome fanatasy, sci-fi, and RPG lovers of Calgary! We are an in-person meetup for those who want to make friends with and find fellow readers, gamers, and roleplayers. Join us for coffee to chat about your interests/hobbies, or to recruit others for your gaming groups. As the group evolves, we'll add more activities (visit arcades, go see the new D&D movie together, gaming nights) per member wishes.

Welcome to GoodRec ! We organize pickup soccer games in Calgary every day. This group is for everyone who wants to meet new people and play the sport you love ⚽️ Our aim is for everyone to be able to play sports at a time and place that suits them. To join a game, just download the GoodRec app: [https://goodrec.onelink.me/59V5/meetup31](https://goodrec.onelink.me/59V5/meetup31) We make sure all games have the right amount of people, everyone shows up, equipment is provided and teams are divided fairly. Ready to play? • Download our app • Choose a game. • Turn up on the day. Check out our Instagram to see game photos & videos: [@goodrecsports](https://www.instagram.com/goodrecsports) Message us on the App or IG if you have any questions. Cheers for joining our community and hope to see you at a game soon! [www.goodrec.com](http://www.goodrec.com/)

"Shared joy is a double joy; shared sorrow is a half sorrow" Dating is hard enough, so making friends should be easier. Our group is dedicated to bringing men together for enjoyable activities, dinners, and events in Calgary. We provide opportunities to meet new people and experience the best our city has to offer Types of events will vary depending on the season, but I plan to do dinner nights in the best foodie spots, watch sports in sports bars together, go to hockey/football games, try new sports, go for hikes or fishing trips together, running, kayaking together, etc. Most of the events will be at minimum/no cost to reserve a spot, but during the event, it's up to you how much you want to spend You might meet your next roommate, workout buddy, colleague, or future business partner at our gatherings. Join us in this brotherhood where we embrace life's highs and lows together. This is a space where masculine traits are celebrated, and connections are genuine and free of hidden agendas. Please note: This group is for men only. Membership is open to all men, regardless of relationship status, but events are designed for solo participation.

Welcome to the Calgary Women's 60 plus Social Meetup Group! This vibrant community is all about bringing together like-minded ladies who love bonding over shared hobbies and interests. Whether you're keen on exploring art exhibitions, enjoying book clubs, discovering new restaurants, or simply seeking friendship, this group is designed for you. Join us for exciting meetups and build strong connections with our diverse group of women who are ready to explore, learn, and have fun together. Let's create unforgettable memories and embrace the joys of womanhood in the golden years of life!

Bonjour/Hola/Oi/Ciao. Anyone Speaking; Learning; Practicing; or Exchanging any of the LATIN LANGUAGES is welcomed. We promote anything FRENCH, SPANISH, PORTUGUESE, ITALIAN in Calgary. Why? See the LATIN CONNECTION for yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esnUOePENzU # 💥 We will also give you tips to improve these languages or you can also befriend people with the language you want to learn in an exchange for the language you can teach them. All of this formally or informally. Our representatives and members are inclusive and include all members of the Broader Latin Language Speaking Family; # 💥 FRENCH: Franco-Europeans; Franco-Canadians; Franco-Africans; Franco-Middle-Easterners; Franco-Caribbeans and everyone Learning FRENCH as a 2ND Language. SPANISH: Spaniards; Latin-Americans; Afro-Latin; Afro-Caribbean; and everyone Learning SPANISH as a 2ND Language. PORTUGUESE: Portuguese; Brazilians; PALOP Portuguese Speaking countries as well as everyone Learning PORTUGUESE as a 2ND Language. ITALIAN: Italians; and everyone Learning ITALIAN as a 2ND Language. # 💥 All levels are welcome. For easier interaction with other members of the group; txt your name; origins; hobbies and profession @4o3 6o4 5734 Code: CLC so we can add you to our chat online group. # 💥 We have a strong set of interactive activities that will help you feel these Cultures real life via conversations; meet ups; dance, outings, and outdoors activities. We believe that it is through an interactive environment along with native speakers and non-native speakers alike that you will absorb both cultures and languages faster. # 💥 Like: [https://www.facebook.com/KizoukaCalgary/](https://www.facebook.com/KizoukaCalgary/) For most of our dancing activities! Join us on online chat if you wish Txt/Call 💥4o3 6o4 5734 Latin Connection Team!

Ok... We re now open for buzziness... Before u go any further.... Fair disclosure.... This is not 4 the faint of heart or sensitive of stomach... Some of the places are real dives... And in not the best of neighborhoods.... And there s no theme or type of food or haunted premises.... It s just small pubs... Hole in the wall... Known to only a few of the neighborhood fathers.... Until now...... There s always that place that u drive by and wonder about.... Who in hell would go there?!!? Well.....u are! These are places located in strip malls....obscure and surrounded by pet stores and coffee shops.... What are they? Who or what hangs out there?? You re gonna meet them!! Maybe u have never seen these places before.... Lost in the suburbs.... They must have a following.... Maybe these places are diamonds in the ruff... Undiscovered great gastro pubs known to only a few.... Hobby chefs creating wonderful tasty meals at a reasonable price! Right.... Dont get yr hopes up.... First event Nov 1.... And.... To start... It ll be a good food place.... Maybe the only one too... Hidden away... Buried on an industrial street... Hint: order the peanuts!

This is your chance to start your life with your whole heart. When was the last time you truly connected with yourself? With anything?

Our group programs, meet-ups, and workshops connect you with:

- Active participation in and conversation on self-improvement, self-discovery, and overcoming obstacles

- Hobbies, skills, gifts that perhaps you didn’t know you had

- A community of like-minded people

- Your fears, anxieties, struggles

- Personal growth that comes from the challenge and discomfort of stepping out of your comfort zone

- Solution-based strategies, real-world implementation, and using more engaging methods of influence to make your life better and feel more authentic

Let us rejoin you with the parts of your head and heart that you may have set aside. Rediscover your fun side, your creative gifts. Feel more complete, fulfilled, satisfied. Not only will this help bring you toward personal health and happiness, but it will impact and influence your home life, your work life; your relationships.

Shake free of the chaos, unhealthy habits and routines. Create balance. Explore. Get Up.

The Heartiest of Welcomes to you from the Calgary's Pursuit Of Happiness Club. Calgary's Pursuit Of Happiness Club has one objective in mind: To bring together people, singles and couples, of all ages (18+), races, backgrounds, religions,  genders and orientations with the purpose of doing the one thing we want most, pursuing happiness in whatever form that may take. Whether it be going bowling for the evening, hiking the incredible mountains in our own back yard, playing wallyball, (yes, that is a sport...lol), dancing, clubbing, socializing, dining, music bingo, pool, rafting, kayaking, or paddleboarding. The activities are as diverse as the country we live in. It's all about creating a fun. Calgary's Pursuit Of Happiness Club is not a group of strangers, just a group of friends we haven't met yet. We are always open to new ideas for activities or events. We are so fortunate to live in a country and society where we have the opportunity to do so many interesting and diverse things that makes our lives all that much more fulfilling. We are non-profit. All of our events do not include admin or meetup fees.  However, you are still responsible for (if necessary) purchasing event tickets, event entry/rental fees, facility cover charges, cost of food and drinks, etc. for the event itself. Organizers will post what the mandatory costs of the event are. If you, you and your partner or you and your family are new to this great city, post a message on our board and let us know. If you have a question, let us know. So join us. Say hi to your organizers as we all embark on the journey to Pursue  Happiness in all of it's many forms. General group rules: 1. You must provide a recognizable profile photo of yourself only. No one else should be in the picture, including friends, spouses, and especially minors. Your face should be clearly visible so event hosts can recognize you at their events (i.e. looking straight at the camera, with nothing covering your face). Far away shots with a small picture of your face, but a beautiful backdrop will not be accepted. 2. You must do your best to attend the meetups you RSVP to. The event hosts work hard to organize these events with the group and the venue. If you do not show up to an event or cancel your RSVP with less than 24 hours notice, the event host may mark you as a no-show. If you accumulate 3 no-shows, you may be removed from the group. 3. Do not crash events. If you show up to an event without RSVPing, because the event is full or otherwise, the host will not be happy, especially when reservations are required. 4. This is not a dating group. Unsolicited or inappropriate messages to other members will not be tolerated. Offending members will be removed from the group immediately and banned from rejoining. 5. Minors are not allowed at any events unless accompanied by their legal guardian. The guardian does not need to participate in the event, but needs to be present at all times. This is to ensure the minor's safety (for sporting events) and to ensure they are complying with their guardian's wishes. The Organizing Team

This group is for anyone who is interested in challenging themselves to play their very best while being patient enough with others who might not be at their level. We will play all sorts of sports: tennis, wallyball, volleyball, beach volleyball, ultimate, soccer and whatever else anyone wants to try. Participating in an active life is not without its own risks.  In addition to offering active and challenging sportsing opportunities, we also offer advice on how to protect yourself with disability insurance. Free online information sessions will be offered on a quarterly basis based upon interest. For more information, please contact Mark MacGillivray via Meetup Message. As of April 2020, The Calgary Sportsing Meetup has become an official group of [Wallyball Canada](https://wallyball.ca/).  This enables us to promote wallyball to the wider world and have access to Wallyball Canada resources: **[Visit Wallyball Canada Meetup for more!](https://www.meetup.com/wallyball-canada/)**

\*\* WE BELIEVE IN THE COMMUNITY-BUILDING POWER OF BOARDGAMES \*\* Ever walk into a boardgaming event and feel intimidated or overwhelmed? That's why we created this group. Social Boardgaming hosts meetup events with an emphasis on the social benefits and pleasures of boardgaming. We work hard to make sure that every member has a great time — a welcoming and positive experience that'll bring you back for more. Most importantly, we take particular care to ensure that novice members receive a structured and gentle introduction to the hobby. == Why boardgames? == Boardgames *\*literally\** provide rules of engagement in a social setting. Because of this property, they enable everyone to interact on an equal footing — regardless of age, social standing, gender, sexual orientation, political and religious leanings, and almost anything else you care to name. And while we interact through a boardgame, we begin to bridge the gaps that separate us. We see what we have in common, more than how we differ, and we unavoidably weave the connections that build a community. *\*That\** is the real power of boardgames. == In days of old... == When you think of boardgames, do Monopoly, Risk, Clue, and Sorry spring to mind? Do you see boardgames as "boring" or "for kids"? In the past, you were probably right! But over the last 30 years, boardgames have evolved dramatically. Have a look at this video explaining the changes!

We are a group of students who decided to create an active outdoor club at the University of Calgary. We go out in the mountains as often as possible and share our love for sport in nature, wilderness, and amazing views. We also promote an active agenda of responsible, sustainable enjoyment of the wild, and environmental consciousness. In order to join, you must be a student or affiliated with the University of Calgary (i.e. staff, alumni) or a current student of other Calgary post secondary institution. When registering we require that you provide your full first name and at least the initial of your last name, as well as a photo of yourself. To come to events, you will need to pay an annual $10 membership fee and complete an event waiver; this waiver will be sent to you by the event organizer. Membership runs from September to September as per the school year and the one time annual fee gives you unlimited access to all of our events. We are always adding new events to the calendar, so we encourage you to check the website regularly. If you are interested in joining our executive team or becoming a club organizer, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/7Ba22RmcUdAfD3PXA. A list of communal club gear can be found here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lTbfYvN7V4Qg2_mH-rIqPiuVvfY9S3ixMlkO7wxSM64/edit?usp=sharing You can contact us at uofc.oa@gmail.com, and we will be happy to answer any questions! Join UCOA, and become a more awesome person!

This group is intended for experienced safety-minded touring and adventure touring motorcycle riders who enjoy full day and multi-day rides on interesting scenic roads and/or to interesting destinations.  Rides are intended for Sport Touring and Adventure Touring bikes designed for long distance rides. The principals of the group are as follows: 1\. Safe riding and the safety of all riders\. Everyone makes it home safely\. 2\. Speed limits are obeyed to within 5 or 10%\.\(passing excluded\)\. 3\. Riders possess easy going attitudes\. 4\. The enjoyment of your fellow rider\(s\) is as important as your own\. 5\. The less experienced riders learn something from the experienced riders\. 6\. We promote a positive image of motorcycle riding in the public\. 7\. Awesome roads and good attractions\! **Please review the following information annually:** [RMR Group Information & Guidelines](https://app.box.com/s/e0p1kwvptg2pwfpn00wu5gxhsdpch2gr) [Group Riding Hand Signals](https://app.box.com/s/zs7e1h72tuk1vulieoh87jaity1bg3ac)

This is a new group for women who are looking to send some walls together, find some new climbing friends, and have fun! All skill levels are very welcome but you must already be able to top rope belay and pass your belay check at the gym. We will mainly be at the CCC gyms but may visit Bolder's gyms as well if there is interest. Please note there is an entrance fee for the gyms and rentals are available. Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned climber, this group strives to be a supportive environment for all with the main goal of having a great time climbing together. This group is for you if you: * Have just learned to climb and are looking to build your climbing community * Are an experienced climber and wanting to make some new women climbing friends * Are looking to get more active * Believe women belong on walls! We can also set up some carpooling for each event as we have climbers coming from different parts of the city. Feel free to post in the event discussion boards if you're looking for a ride or can offer one to a fellow a climber. Looking forward to sending some routes with everyone!

We're about 1800 + people ***carving moments into friendships***!   Join in day and overnight trips and Meet'n Greet socials. 170+ events posted each year (in a regular year)  It's free to join in on day trips. We are the Stampede City Ski and Snowboard Club (SCSSC) celebrating our 53rd anniversary and our 8th year on M-Up! Our volunteer Executive has a plan for the upcoming season!   **Be a Member with Benefits!**   (To join, go to skicalgary.com) \*overnight trips planned for 2022-2023: To be Announced Very Soon \*1 or 2 subsidized bus day trip to a local mountain (seats to be reserved) \*1 subsidized overnight bus trip to a favourite mountain (seats to be reserved) \*discounted resort cards at a subsidized price \*free appetizers at socials \*door prizes at socials \*sponsor discounts eg. Abominable in Banff... \*shape the future of the Club at the AGM \* BRAND NEW OFFER ON MOUNTAIN COLLECTIVE - Coming Soon - TBA **We are totally volunteer-powered** (remember to thank our volunteers) Events are posted as often as people like you host and help out! Being a volunteer is an easy way to connect with people - be a Meet n Greeter, host an event, help someone new to the sport, host an event, videography or help out on the Executive.  It is a curious dynamic that giving to a group becomes more important than what you get out of it. Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy and promotes life satisfaction!   Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/skicalgary/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/340785265036630), Twitter, @SkiCalgary.com *Winter is cooler with us!*

We are a 60 something COUPLE looking to expand our social circle with other COUPLES that are close to our age and live in south Calgary. We would like to get together once or twice a month and try different social activities, such as dinning out (or doing a pot lucks) going to see live music (or just going for chicken wings), and either attending or watching live sporting events as a group. We have many other ideas that we would like to propose as well. We are hoping to create fun times for people that are in a similar situation as us. This group is for COUPLES ONLY, that are in a long term committed relationship and that are between the ages of 55 to 70. If you live in other areas of the city you are also welcome to join our group. Most of our events will be held in the south part of Calgary though. When you join this group please put a picture of you and your partner on our group website and a small description of who you are. If this looks good to you, then please join the group and we will look forward to meeting you! To be a member of this group, there is a $60.00 per couple, per calendar year administration fee. For new members please send the fee as soon as you sign up to attend your first event. Thank you!

**After the Truth** (ATT) is a peer support group based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada for those who are leaving or have left a high-control group, cult or religious sect. Our desire is that no one suffers alone after they wake up from the deception and manipulation of a coercive, and controlling group. We wish to create a safe environment, where we can share our knowledge about cults, and the mind-control, dehumanization, ostracism and abuse we experienced; but more so, the journey towards building an independent and self-directed life, through our support group meetings and social events. These meetings vary slightly in guidelines and goals. Our main goal is to equip members with practical advice as they navigate through the aftermath of challenging post-trauma symptoms, distance themselves from a pseudo-identity and get in touch with their authentic selves. We believe that people are at different stages of change, with beliefs coming in many forms, so the acceptance and growth of people as unique individuals are something we value. However, we understand how difficult leaving a high-control group can be, especially when facing the loss of community, so our events also serve the purpose of making new social connections. Our support group meetings are based on the book, ***The Challenge to Heal After Leaving A High-Control Group***, by Bonnie Zieman, who was a former Jehovah’s Witness, and now a psychotherapist. It offers “vital information to help anyone free themselves from a high-control group, and to recover their autonomy and emotional equilibrium”. Persons interested in participating in this group should obtain a copy of this book, as well as the accompanying Journal, available on Amazon.ca, as soon as possible. Some other material may be referenced from leading cult experts and professionals such as Marlene Winell, Steven Hassan, and the ICSA. *Please note that we do not claim to be the experts, so it is always recommended that people seek professional therapy in addition to peer support, and the advice found in this book.* Our **Social Events** are designed not only to find a new community but to introduce new interests and hobbies to grow your world. Gatherings will be held in a variety of venues and on civic holidays. We believe that by supporting one another, we can build hope, trust, and a life worth living – to go beyond surviving, to fully thriving! \* For privacy reasons we are a PRIVATE meetup group. **GROUP GUIDELINES** 1.  **Demographics** \- Members must fit the criteria to join this group\, namely being born into\, or having long\-term involvement in a high control group or cults\, such as the Jehovah’s Witnesses or Mormons\. 2.  **Confidentiality** – Keep members’ names and personal information about other group members confidential. 3.  **Arrive on Time** – The support group will also run during specific times, so attendees are expected to arrive on time and stay until the end. RSVPs are also equally important in coordinating events, so please try to respond either way. 4.  **Safety 1** – Based on the nature of support groups, many possibilities exist for individuals to become triggered or feel unsafe. Off limit topics at our social and support group events include:    a.  Religious debates    b.  Armageddon or end times 5.  **Safety 2** – Members should refrain from arriving under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs to the support group. Should alcohol be part of the social event, members are expected to stay within the legal limit for driving, or use an alternative means of transport to get home. 6.  **Safety 3** – Use common sense when deciding whether to socialize outside of the group with other group members. Behaviour such as bullying, sexual harassment and verbal or physical abuse will not be tolerated. **Support Group Etiquette** – Members are expected to:    a.  Listen without interrupting.    b.  Avoiding personal or side conversations during the meeting and keep cell phone use minimally.    c.  Acceptance of differences including social, cultural, religious differences and where an individual is in their recovery journey.    d.  Validate each other, avoid judging each other, and assume the best about each other.    e.  Giving helpful, noncritical feedback when asked.    f.  Be mindful of the time so that everyone who wishes to share can do so.