Latest Events in Priddis(October Updated)

Prepare for Goalie Palooza 5, the premier hockey goalie gear demo event and convention, taking place on June 8th at Seven Chiefs Sportsplex & Jim Starlight Centre in Priddis, AB. This year's event promises to be the best one yet, with a new venue offering enhanced spaces for vendors and attendees to explore the latest goalie gear. From 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, goalies can hit the ice to test cutting-edge equipment from top brands like Bauer, CCM, True, Brian’s, Warrior, and Vaughn, featuring their newest gear such as Shadow, Axis XF, Brians ICONIK, HZRDS PX, SLR4, and more. Attendees can also benefit from insights shared by leading goalie coaches from Western Canada. The event offers three ticket options - VIP, General, and Non-Participant, ranging from $5 to $81.21. VIP ticket holders will enjoy an extended 2-hour on-ice session and receive a swag bag filled with hockey merchandise. General admission includes a 1-hour ice slot, while Non-Participant tickets are available for those who wish to join the event without going on the ice. Remember to purchase tickets in advance and bring your own gear (excluding pads and gloves) for the demo. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Goalie Palooza 5, presented by ProskateGoal.

No experience necessary! Learn how to protect yourself in everyday situations with Yuri and assistant. Practical self defense solutions for kids of all ages and sizes. Learn efficient techniques that do not depend on size or strength. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sensei Yuri Isakovich has been teaching for over 25 years. Selected accomplishments: Past member of 8 National Karate TeamsCertified Referee/OfficialAssistant Coach,Alberta Winter Games (1996, 1998)Self Defence Instructor of The Calgary Police Forcehttp://woodbinekarate.com/home Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

*Please note that parents/adults/guardians/coaches are not permitted in this session in order to facilitate candid conversation with youth. Presenters from Hull Services are experts in their field and include social workers for additional support. ____________________________________________________ WickFest has partnered with #NotInMyCity, a powerful movement dedicated to ending sexual exploitation and human trafficking in Canada. With a focus on children and youth, this facilitative organization raises awareness and takes collective action to disrupt, prevent and end human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Not Here, Not Anywhere, #NotInMyCity. Session content: Understand the elements of healthy relationships including respect/trust, communication and boundaries.Learn about social media safety including privacy settings, digital footprint and stranger danger .Identify risks and signs of exploitation including risk factors, red flags, grooming techniques and consent.Exploitation awareness is vital for community safety. It equips individuals with the knowledge to recognize signs and supports the understanding of how to intervene. By raising awareness about how exploitation occurs, everyone can better protect themselves and the community becomes empowered to protect vulnerable members, promote safety, and create a supportive environment for people to seek help. ____________________________________ #NotInMyCity is a facilitative organization launched in July, 2017 and championed by Paul Brandt that is raising awareness and taking collective action to prevent and end human trafficking and sexual exploitation. #NotInMyCity builds alliances to support, facilitate and advocate for the development and mobilization of a strategic, integrated plan to bring about transformational and sustainable change at the grassroots, practice, policy and legislative levels. https://notinmycity.ca/ Hull Services is a not-for-profit agency offering innovative mental health services through 28 programs for children, youth and families through self-referral programs, managed referral programs, education and training resources. We strive for a future where resilient young people and families can flourish within supportive communities that prioritize their mental health. https://hullservices.ca/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

*Please note there will be seating for about half of participants. Strength doesn't come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn't. While backing a large piece of Heavy Machinery uphill, the gears slipped and the packer began to roll down. After trying all the options to stop it and only after keeping the 30,000 kg machine away from harm's way, I jumped off. As I jumped the machine flipped with part of it catching my leg. I was rushed to the hospital and taken into surgery in an attempt to save and repair the damage to my leg. Unfortunately, my femoral artery let go and my leg was amputated above the knee, without my knowing. 16 days later I was sent home with little hope to recover on my own. In the fall of 2011 my life changed completely in two areas. The first one was that I became a father of a beautiful little girl and the second being that I started to play sledge hockey with the Calgary Scorpions. Within months I was picked up by Team Canada's development program where I worked hard to challenge myself, improve my skills, and push my abilities to the absolute maximum. In 2014 I became captain of the development team and shortly after joined the mens National team. Even after numerous repeated shoulder injuries I was the first alternative for the 2014 Sochi Olympics. Since then I have competed on the world stage at a number of international events, bringing home a silver medal at the 2015 World Championships. Join Chris as he talks about his journey, what he has learned and how it can help you. https://www.chriscederstrand.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

Hockey is arguably one of the most physically demanding challenging sports on your body. It involves multiple aspects of fitness. Often overlooked, mobility is fundamental to it all. While flexibility refers to length of soft tissue that allows a joint to move in range of motion, mobility requires the ability to control movement in a given range. Join Dr. Syl for a feel-good, body-opening hockey mobility session. The better you move, the better you play! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Syl is forever driven by her belief in boundless human potential, especially through athletics. Syl was involved in many sports growing up, but gravitated towards the freedom of solo pursuits. She competed on the World Cup and in numerous World Championships in triathlon, duathlon, mountain running, snowshoeing, marathons, etc. Syl shares her passion and knowledge as a private consultant to many professional athletes in hockey, running, triathlon, cycling, crossfit, speed skating, and halfpipe skiing. https://www.athleticwise.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

Curious about Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and the impact it has on your life and the lives of youth everywhere? Join us in a workshop led by CARE Canada’s Youth Champions (aged 18-21), where we’ll dive into SRHR topics that affect young women and girls in Canada and around the world. We’ll break down stigmas and explore avenues to improve girls’ health and well-being. Through an interactive body mapping exercise, participants will reflect on their experiences and stories shared by others, explore challenges facing girls in different environments, and brainstorm solutions. You’ll have the chance to reflect individually and share in group discussions, creating a space for connection and self-expression. Together, we’ll explore themes like confidence, self-advocacy and communication, with possible topics such as body image, menstrual health, access to contraception and more – allowing you to engage in the topics that resonate most with you. Meet our passionate Youth Champions, hear their stories, and be part of the conversation shaping girls’ lives. This workshop provides a supportive space for young women to reflect, engage in discussion and take action in their own lives. By the end, you’ll gain insight into being a global citizen through the SHE SOARS project and beyond. Join us to start making a difference! ______________________________________________ Founded in 1945 with the creation of the CARE Package℠ CARE is a global confederation working to save lives, fight poverty and achieve social justice in the world by investing in women and girls and advancing their leadership. We work alongside communities and with partners to understand the root causes of poverty and find innovative, locally-led solutions. CARE Canada is headquartered in Ottawa with staff based across the country and around the globe. We work closely with the Government of Canada and other Canadian and global partners and with incredible women’s rights organizations in the countries where our projects take place. Join us in investing in women and advancing their leadership to create a more equal world! https://care.ca/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

B-Girl 101 is a breaking class dedicated to growing a B-Girl community in Canada. It will be covering breaking fundamentals such as top rock, footwork, go downs, freezes, musicality, strength and flexibility conditioning. Take this opportunity to learn from the best! This will chalenge your strength and help you use muscles in ways you haven't before. Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

This session invites you to think bigger than the game, connecting your passion for sport with the power to create positive change. Through interactive activities, you’ll uncover how girls worldwide are overcoming obstacles to access education and sports. Explore what it means to lead, collaborate and stand up for others, both in your community and across the globe. Together, we’ll dive into real examples, tackle common challenges and imagine how you can become an agent of change. Whether you're on the ice or off, this workshop will equip you with the tools to inspire and be inspired. _____________________________________________ The Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health (CanWaCH) is a proud membership of more than 100 non-governmental organizations (NGOs), civil society organizations (CSOs), academic institutions, health professional associations and private companies committed to advancing the health and rights of women, children and adolescents globally. Together, we represent Canada in championing the health rights and needs of the world’s most marginalized people. https://canwach.ca/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

Learn some new footwork drills that will have you skating circles around anyone--even your coaches! Reaction time, speed and agility can improve with consistent footwork practice. Chasing down pucks and dodging defenders is all about moving your feet. Join in on the action. Who said hockey dryland training can't be fun? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Syl is forever driven by her belief in boundless human potential, especially through athletics. Syl was involved in many sports growing up, but gravitated towards the freedom of solo pursuits. She competed on the World Cup and in numerous World Championships in triathlon, duathlon, mountain running, snowshoeing, marathons, etc. Syl shares her passion and knowledge as a private consultant to many professional athletes in hockey, running, triathlon, cycling, crossfit, speed skating, and halfpipe skiing. https://www.athleticwise.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 22-23 | eventbrite

No experience necessary! Learn how to protect yourself in everyday situations with Yuri and assistant. Practical self defense solutions for kids of all ages and sizes. Learn efficient techniques that do not depend on size or strength. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sensei Yuri Isakovich has been teaching for over 25 years. Selected accomplishments: Past member of 8 National Karate TeamsCertified Referee/OfficialAssistant Coach,Alberta Winter Games (1996, 1998)Self Defence Instructor of The Calgary Police Forcehttp://woodbinekarate.com/home Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

*Please note there will be seating for about half of participants. Strength doesn't come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn't. While backing a large piece of Heavy Machinery uphill, the gears slipped and the packer began to roll down. After trying all the options to stop it and only after keeping the 30,000 kg machine away from harm's way, I jumped off. As I jumped the machine flipped with part of it catching my leg. I was rushed to the hospital and taken into surgery in an attempt to save and repair the damage to my leg. Unfortunately, my femoral artery let go and my leg was amputated above the knee, without my knowing. 16 days later I was sent home with little hope to recover on my own. In the fall of 2011 my life changed completely in two areas. The first one was that I became a father of a beautiful little girl and the second being that I started to play sledge hockey with the Calgary Scorpions. Within months I was picked up by Team Canada's development program where I worked hard to challenge myself, improve my skills, and push my abilities to the absolute maximum. In 2014 I became captain of the development team and shortly after joined the mens National team. Even after numerous repeated shoulder injuries I was the first alternative for the 2014 Sochi Olympics. Since then I have competed on the world stage at a number of international events, bringing home a silver medal at the 2015 World Championships. Join Chris as he talks about his journey, what he has learned and how it can help you. https://www.chriscederstrand.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Our “Try It” Biathlon session introduces participants to the sport’s unique challenges of rifle shooting under physical stress. Participants shoot optical rifles, while they learn to control their breathing and maintain focus to hit targets accurately. The experience highlights the importance of precision, patience, and mental resilience, offering a thrilling tase of what makes biathlon shooting so unique & engaging. https://www.biathloncanada.ca/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Get ready for an exhilarating twist on traditional hockey! Chris is bringing 20 high-performance roller sledges to the event, offering everyone the chance to try out an exciting new way of playing the game! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, this is your chance to experience hockey from a whole new angle—literally! With these sledges, you'll glide across the floor with speed and precision, all while mastering a fresh set of skills. Don't miss out on the action—it's going to be an unforgettable ride! https://www.chriscederstrand.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Our “Try It” Biathlon session introduces participants to the sport’s unique challenges of rifle shooting under physical stress. Participants shoot optical rifles, while they learn to control their breathing and maintain focus to hit targets accurately. The experience highlights the importance of precision, patience, and mental resilience, offering a thrilling tase of what makes biathlon shooting so unique & engaging. https://www.biathloncanada.ca/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Chris will be bringing 40 sledges with him for people to try out another amazing way of playing hockey! https://www.chriscederstrand.com/ https://www.seewhatshecando.com/discover/give-sledge-hockey-a-try-a-guide-to-a-hockey-player-s-first-time-in-the-sled Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Hockey is arguably one of the most physically demanding challenging sports on your body. It involves multiple aspects of fitness. Often overlooked, mobility is fundamental to it all. While flexibility refers to length of soft tissue that allows a joint to move in range of motion, mobility requires the ability to control movement in a given range. Join Dr. Syl for a feel-good, body-opening hockey mobility session. The better you move, the better you play! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Syl is forever driven by her belief in boundless human potential, especially through athletics. Syl was involved in many sports growing up, but gravitated towards the freedom of solo pursuits. She competed on the World Cup and in numerous World Championships in triathlon, duathlon, mountain running, snowshoeing, marathons, etc. Syl shares her passion and knowledge as a private consultant to many professional athletes in hockey, running, triathlon, cycling, crossfit, speed skating, and halfpipe skiing. https://www.athleticwise.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

B-Girl 101 is a breaking class dedicated to growing a B-Girl community in Canada. It will be covering breaking fundamentals such as top rock, footwork, go downs, freezes, musicality, strength and flexibility conditioning. Take this opportunity to learn from the best! This will chalenge your strength and help you use muscles in ways you haven't before. Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Join us for an engaging 1-hour introductory dryland session hosted by Ski Jumping Canada and Alberta Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined. This session aims to expose participants to the unique dryland training activities that ski jumpers integrate into their training schedules. The Fit to Fly session will guide athletes through a variety of exercises that focus on strength, balance, coordination, and agility—key components essential for success in ski jumping. Participants will have the opportunity to assess their fitness levels while gaining insight into the training methodologies used by ski jumpers. Whether you are a seasoned athlete looking to diversify your training or a newcomer eager to explore a thrilling sport, this session is perfect for you! Discover what it takes to be Fit to Fly and see how the skills learned can enhance your overall athletic performance. Don't miss this chance to connect with the exciting world of ski jumping and see if you have what it takes to soar to new heights! Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite

Learn some new footwork drills that will have you skating circles around anyone--even your coaches! Reaction time, speed and agility can improve with consistent footwork practice. Chasing down pucks and dodging defenders is all about moving your feet. Join in on the action. Who said hockey dryland training can't be fun? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Syl is forever driven by her belief in boundless human potential, especially through athletics. Syl was involved in many sports growing up, but gravitated towards the freedom of solo pursuits. She competed on the World Cup and in numerous World Championships in triathlon, duathlon, mountain running, snowshoeing, marathons, etc. Syl shares her passion and knowledge as a private consultant to many professional athletes in hockey, running, triathlon, cycling, crossfit, speed skating, and halfpipe skiing. https://www.athleticwise.com/ Information Source: Canadian Tire WickFest Calgary 2024 | Nov 29-30 | eventbrite