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EnglishHow Adult Beginners Can Try Ringette with WRAC's Progressive Adult Ringette Program
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The Women's Ringette Association of Calgary (WRAC) runs a Progressive Adult Ringette program specifically for beginners, and it's the most direct way for an adult with no ringette experience to get on the ice. The program runs four sessions — September 15 and 22, and October 6 and 20 — from 9–10pm at Chestermere Rec Centre (red rink). The total cost is $80, there are 22 spots available, and you register by emailing Jeannette Bailey at [email protected].
Who this program is for
WRAC describes itself as a non-profit organization for players primarily 19 years of age and older who want to play on recreational teams. The Progressive Adult Ringette sessions are aimed at people who are interested in trying ringette and possibly joining a team this season — in other words, you don't need prior ringette experience to sign up.
If you're an adult who has never played, this is the entry point. If you're looking for competitive or youth programming, this particular program isn't it.
What you need to know before signing up
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Session dates | September 15, 22; October 6, 20 |
| Time | 9–10pm |
| Location | Chestermere Rec Centre (red rink) |
| Cost | $80 total |
| Spots available | 22 |
| How to register | Email Jeannette Bailey, [email protected] |
A few practical notes based on these details:
- It's four sessions, not a full season. The $80 covers the listed dates. Treat it as a trial before committing to a team.
- The late time slot matters. Sessions run 9–10pm, so plan for a late finish and check your travel to Chestermere Rec Centre in advance.
- Spots are limited. With 22 available, emailing early is the safe move — the program page lists the email as the contact route rather than an online registration form.
How to get started
- Email Jeannette Bailey at [email protected]. State that you're interested in the Progressive Adult Ringette beginner sessions.
- Confirm your spot and payment details. The page lists $80 total but doesn't specify a payment platform, so ask how payment is handled when you make contact.
- Show up for the first session on September 15 at Chestermere Rec Centre (red rink), 9–10pm.
- Decide after trying it. The program exists so beginners can test the sport before joining one of WRAC's teams.
What happens after the beginner sessions
WRAC has 11 teams and more than 200 players, and the association has been established for over 35 years. The Progressive Adult Ringette program is framed as a pathway: try the sport, then join a team this season if you enjoy it. If you decide to continue, you'd be joining a recreational women's ringette community in Calgary.
Other WRAC programs worth knowing about
WRAC also supports Ringette for All (RFA), a Ringette Alberta sanctioned adapted program where everyone gets to play. It's open to any player aged 8–18 with a developmental and/or physical disability. That's a separate program from the adult beginner sessions — useful if you're asking on behalf of a younger player rather than yourself. Details are at ringettecalgary.ca/information/programs/rfa/.
Common questions
Do I need experience? No — the program is explicitly for beginners.
Do I need my own equipment? The program page doesn't state equipment requirements. Ask when you email, since this is the detail beginners most often get caught on.
Is $80 the full season cost? No. It covers the four listed sessions. Team fees, if you join a team afterward, would be separate and aren't listed on the page.
What if I can't make all four dates? The page doesn't say whether partial attendance is allowed. Ask Jeannette directly rather than assuming.