Mar 7, 2010
Welcome to the 2010 Calgary BMX season!!!
A few exciting dates you should clear your calendar for...
- Saturday, March 20
10am – Start up work party!
6pm - AB Indoor Cycling Center fundraiser at Shanks
- Friday, April 9 starting at 7pm – First official club meeting
- The week of May 3 – Track will be open for coaching and racing
- May 22 & 23 - CBA Western National Series #1 & #2, Abbotsford, BC
- Saturday, May 29 – Calgary BMX’s Annual Open House & Garage Sale
Watch the website or check the hotline (403-255-1610) for the details!
The new 2010 Calgary BMX Membership form & 2010 AB Bicycling membership forms will uploaded soon.
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Mar 5, 2010
The Alberta Indoor Cycling Center will be holding a fundraiser at Shanks south in Calgary on March 20, 2010.
AICC fundraiser at Shanks will support cyclists in Alberta
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Feb 19, 2010
Check out the article written by Darcy Fauteux! AWESOME!
Canadian national team member Patrick Lebel will bring his international experience to Calgary BMX.
Calgary BMX club to have coaching of elite racer Patrick Lebel
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Feb 17, 2010
Calgary BMX is now on Facebook. Check us out!!!
Calgary BMX Association Official Facebook Page
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Nov 9, 2009
Hello fellow Calgary BMX members!
Last year, I spent endless amount of time and paper doing receipts for our members. Tons of those receipts never even left my hands so this year, I am going to do things a little differently.
If you are looking for a receipt for tax purposes or whatever. Please email me at trackoperator@calgarybmx.com. I will do my best to get them to you ASAP.
Sincerely,
Kerry
PS. I still have pictures from Champions Photography. If you think I have yours, please get in touch as well and we will make arrangements for pick up.
Email Kerry!
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Nov 2, 2009
Riders interested in being coach selections for the provincial team need to apply by November 9th.
Development Team (age 10-14 in 2010)
2 coaching selections available. Riders of the proper age who are ABA members may apply in writing to the coaching staff.
Performance Team (age 15-18 in 2010)
8 coaching selections available. These spots will be performance team coach’s selection upon consultation with the BMX Committee. Coach’s selection athletes may be selected based on dedication to the sport as well as results from UCI and other racing sanctions in Canada or internationally. Applications with take the form of a written request letter and resume of race results and history per a typical application for corporate sponsorship.
Send resumes to roddi@albertabicycle.ab.ca . For more info check this link http://www.albertabicycle.ab.ca/provincial-team-bmx .
2010 Provincial BMX Team Info
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Oct 26, 2009
Update!
Greetings Calgary BMX Family ... VERY IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ ALL THE WAY DOWN:
Yesterday, right before last night's executive meeting, we had just received the food/beverage estimate for the Casino Royale adult year end party and it was decided by the executive to make a slight change in the best interest of the club and its resources. Calgary BMX will still provide food and "non-alcoholic" beverages throughout the evening, however the $20 casino chip allotment (or more if you wish) will be paid be each participant that wishes to take part in casino gaming activities that evening. We appreciate that not everyone would necessarily wish to so now there's a choice.
For those that wish to enjoy casino gaming (poker tournament, blackjack, craps, roulette, slots or any combo), it is very important that we know well ahead of time how many people would like to play (especially if we're going to book a poker table or two and/or a blackjack table or two). For this reason we request that when you Please RSVP Aly Madsen at 403-984-8436 or aly.madsen13@gmail.com by 31Oct2009 (not only for your attendance at this event but also to participate in the poker tournament or other gaming). In order for the casino to book off poker or blackjack tables specifically for us, we need enough people to make it happen so we need to have confirmed numbers of who wants to participate in a poker or blackjack tournament. The winner(s) and Calgary BMX will split the proceeds of the winnings.
Adult Party Poster
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Oct 21, 2009
Greetings Calgary BMX Family,
For all of our hard work this season, we'd like to wind down and celebrate the year by inviting you all to the Calgary BMX "Casino Royale" themed Adult Year-End Wrap Up Party!
LOCATION: Deerfoot Inn & Casino
DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2009
TIME: 7-11pm
As we're heading into Christmas party season, it's important to finalize arrangements early. Please RSVP Aly at 403-984-8436 or aly.madsen13@gmail.com by October 31, 2009.
If you plan on booking a room at Deerfoot Inn & Casino to stay overnight ($149 hot breakfast included) and brunch is $15/person extra) please do so by October 31, 2009 by calling the hotel directly 403-236-7529 (Group Code # GMSBMX11 guarantees the special rate), otherwise please party responsibly or get home safely by cab or a desingnated driver sevice.
For your gaming pleasure, each participant will be given $20 worth of casino chips that you can use towards poker, blackjack, craps, roulette, slots or whatever combination you prefer. Food and beverages will be provided, except alcoholic beverages which you're on your own for if so desired.
This will be a really good time. We hope you can join us.
Map to Deerfoot Inn & Casino
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Oct 21, 2009
~*~ R E M I N D E R ~*~
RIDERS YEAR END PARTY AND AWARDS
DATE: Sunday, October 25, 2009
TIME: 5pm to 8:30pm
LOCATION: Southland Leisure Centre, Pool Viewing Area 3
Pizza dinner and dessert, awards and swimming. See you there!!!
Please note: It was necessary to RSVP for this event!!!
Map to Southland Leisure Centre
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Oct 2, 2009
REMINDER, REMINDER, REMINDER
NOTICE OF CALGARY BMX 2009 ANNUAL GENERAL
MEETING DATE: Saturday, October 3, 2009
TIME: 12:30 to 6pm (as long as it takes to cover everything necessary)
LOCATION: Blackfoot Inn, Sundance Room
Executive positions available: President (1 year term), Vice President (2 year term), Track Operator (2 year term), Track Director (2 year term), and Promotions and Marketing (2 year term)
All officer positions (1 year term) available: Casino Representative, Coach, Concession, Bike Shed/Equipment Manager, Head Track Official, Alberta BMX Representative, First Aid, Announcer and Webmaster
Feel free to talk to any present member holding the above positions for any further information or questions you may have.
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Sep 20, 2009
Today....Sunday, September 20th...was our last Calgary District Points race. We will continue to race on Sundays for as long as we have riders, volunteers and weather that cooperates. We can continue to submit races to Alberta Bicycling so any further points will be added to the riders over all provincial points. If we don't have the numbers for a race, we can have open track.
Last Thursday, September 17 was our last Thursday race night.
There will no longer be coaching/training on Tuesday evenings for any of our riders. Thanks goes out to Michilla and Taz for helping our riders. As well as Damian/Dingo, for the time he spent with us.
On Thursday, September 24th, the clean up and winterizing of the track will begin. We will figure out from that point if a further date will need to be scheduled. It is suppose to be a beautiful week so the riders are free to come down and ride. Remember..."Many hands make for light work"...John Heywood.
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Sep 9, 2009
NOTICE OF CALGARY BMX 2009 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
DATE: Saturday, October 3, 2009
TIME: 12:30 to 6pm (as long as it takes to cover everything
necessary)
LOCATION: Blackfoot Inn, Theatre
Executive positions available:
President (1 year term), Vice President (2 year term), Track Operator (2 year term), Track Director (2 year term), and Promotions and Marketing (2 year term)
All officer positions (1 year term) available:
Casino Representative, Coach, Concession, Bike Shed/Equipment Manager, Head Track Official, Alberta BMX Representative, First Aid, Announcer and Webmaster
Feel free to talk to any present member holding the above positions for any further information or questions you may have.
For any Agenda additions please e-mail them to Ron Nicol @ rtnicol@shaw.ca prior to September 26 , 2009.
E-Mail Ron
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Sep 9, 2009
RIDERS YEAR END PARTY AND AWARDS
DATE: Sunday, October 25, 2009
TIME: 5pm to 8:30pm
LOCATION: Southland Leisure Centre, Pool Viewing Area 3
Pizza dinner and potluck desserts, awards and swimming.
RSVP necessary for the Riders Year End Party. There will be a call out to all Calgary members before October 10 for your family counts to attend this party. Fees will apply for all non-members.
Map to Southland Leisure Centre
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Aug 18, 2009
Attention All Registered Members!!!!!!
Starting tonight - Tuesday, August 18th, at about 6:00pm till 7:30pm - We require everyone to stop by the registration office and see Steve or Kerry to try on a hoodie for size. We are giving out hoodies at our year end party and need to verify your size. We will also be taking sizes on Thursday at racing and Sunday at racing this week. Please call Steve Glass if you have any questions - 701-2467.
Thanks
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Aug 14, 2009
The Calgary tour de nuit Society is employing a community-based social marketing approach for its program to develop sustainable and active transportation options in Calgary through on-street, closed-road bicycle rides that offer a glimpse of what dedicated bicycle commuting infrastructure can achieve, offering citizens real alternatives to single occupant automobile commuting.
On Sunday August 23, (10am - 4pm) the CtdnS is hosting an outdoor bike festival to encourage people in the community of Calgary to get involved in sustainable forms of transportation and to break the stereotype that all commuter cyclists are aggressive riders. Our festival will be unique in that it will welcome people of all ages and skill levels to come and enjoy the benefits of the cycling community. There will be children's activities and bicycle safety, refreshments, entertainment and contests. We will also be hosting a bike tour called the “Ride the Road” tour that will allow participants to ride on a car free route and experience the freedom of casual commuter cycling in Calgary.
Calgary BMX is looking for 3 or 4 Families to Volunteer to man a booth and possibly perform a 15min. presentation to the festivle.
Please email of call Barb Pastuzko if you are interested. barbpastuszko@shaw.ca (403) 863-5351.
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Aug 12, 2009
Hi All!
Looking forward to seeing all of our friends at the "Saturday Night Race Under the Lights" this Saturday. The Gates will be open early as we need to perform a little track smoothing to make things perfect. Gates will be open at around Noon so if you can come down early to help out with a little maintenance, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks and see ya Saturday!!
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Jul 22, 2009
Double Race Sunday!!!
We will be having two (double) races on Sunday, August 16, 2009. Registration for both races will be from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. The first race will be run like normal. There will be a short break between the first race and the second race.
Races run as long as necessary. Please check the hotline (403.255.1610) for further updates and/or cancellations.
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Jul 14, 2009
Saturday Night Racing Under the Lights
Calgary BMX will be hosting a Saturday Night Fun Race for all on August 15th registration from 5pm to 6pm. All BMX Clubs are welcome. You can bring your trailer or tent and camp out as well. We will be having a fire pit, BBQ available, fun and games for all. Practice till dusk with night racing to follow. The track will be open at 3:00pm to set up your trailer or tent. Sunday will be a double race. Registration for both races will be from 12:30 to 1:30pm, racing for the first race will be approx 2:15pm.
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Jul 14, 2009
Calgary BMX Club Meeting
To be held at the track on Monday July 27th from 6pm to 8:30pm. Please send all proposed agenda items to president@calgarybmx.com As this is our first and long overdue Club Meeting, we hope you are able to attend and offer your opinions and thoughts. Thanks & See You There!!
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Jul 14, 2009
Calgary BMX Track Work Party!!
On Saturday July 25th, from 10AM to 4PM, Calgary BMX will be holding a much needed work party to smooth out the track , get rid of weeds, clean up the site and any other general maintenance required. We really need your help to keep our track looking great!!! Please feel free to spend a few hours helping out!
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Jul 13, 2009
There will be no racing on Sunday July 19th due to the Provincial Race in Okotoks.
Hope to see you all there!
Okotok's BMX Site
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Jul 8, 2009
PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO racing this coming weekend (July 11 & 12, 2009) due to the Nationals in Stony Plain.
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Jul 3, 2009
Sunday, July 5, 2009 is Free Hot Dog Day!!!!
We look forward to seeing you at the track!
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May 29, 2009
Calgary BMX Open House & Garage Sale
Saturday, May 30, 2009 from 10am - 4pm.
Come and join us at the Calgary BMX track for our annual open house and garage sale.
You will be able to come and try out the track for only a toonie (and the signing of a waiver)! This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in BMX to learn about what we offer and to try it out.
In case you need more incentive to join us . . . we will have free hot dogs for all!! See you at the track.
Calgary BMX Track Map
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May 24, 2009
Open House & Garage Sale this Saturday (May 30, 2009) 10am - 4pm
Come and join us at the track this coming Saturday, May 30, where we will be having our annual open house and garage sale.
Also on May 30 you will be able to come and try out the track for only a toonie! This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in BMX to learn about what we offer and to try it out.
In case you need more incentive to join us . . . we will have free hot dogs for all!!
See you there.
Calgary BMX Track Map
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May 14, 2009
Racing cancelled tonight. There is standing water on the track.
Those of you who are racing this weekend in Airdrie you will need to see Kerry Wasyliw or Shelly Miller to pick them up.
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May 12, 2009
Practice tonight weather permitting. Please check the hot line before you leave home to check current track conditions.
*A reminder to all riders!*
Racing is in Airdrie this weekend. The Calgary track will be closed as most riders will be there. We invite all new riders to come out to Airdrie and check out the competition.
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May 7, 2009
Due to weather and track conditions we are sorry to cancel racing tonight. Weather Canada is forecasting more showers for this evening. At 3pm the track had standing water. We will make up the race this month. Don’t forget racing on Sunday. Registration at 12:30 PM to 1:30. Races will start approximately 2:15.
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May 3, 2009
We will be racing today. Open track at 12:00. Registration is 12:30 to 1:30. Racing will start around 2:30 depending on how many new riders and changes need to be made.
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Apr 26, 2009
Article by, Dingo Racing.
I would like to post that I will be holding a summer coaching program.
It will be held out of Calgary BMX every Monday night.
Here is a lay out of what will be offered
- 4 week training schedules, via satellite, each program made for each rider specific- sprint and strength progams.
- diet and race nutrition
- full access to me at any time for information and questions to training
- once a week 2 hour training session (some weeks will be all on track and others full 2 hours off track training). with some fun riding after
- timing and testing, lap times, and sprint times
- hurdle training and sled power training, medicine ball explosive training .plyomtric’s and dynamic stretching.
cost = $125 a month per rider
please feel free to contact me at any time
The First meeting will be Monday the 27th of April so that we can start on Monday the 4th of may.
Cell (403)890-9826
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Apr 26, 2009
We were planning on having open track starting on Tuesday but, the weather man is forecasting 10 cm of snow. We will still plan on having open track and registration on Tuesday and Thursday starting at 6:30 pm weather permitting. Our first race will be Sunday May 3rd. Please check with our phone line for the most recent updates and times.
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Apr 26, 2009
Coaching
Our new coach this year is Michila Negenman. Michila is replacing Mitch McLeod. We also have a new assistant coach Natasha (TAZ) Vergara. You may remember them from last year’s fundamentals coaching on Tuesdays and the great job they did for us.
Tuesdays this year we are going to hold the Fundamentals coaching on the same day as the Expert Coaching. There will be some overlap so we all will have a good opportunity to get to know each other. Fundamentals will run from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Experts will practice 7 pm to 8:30 pm. Expert coaching will be done by Damian Bisset. Damian was our expert coach last year and we are looking forward to his participation this year.
Wednesday nights are 16 expert and over riding only. In order to participate you must be 16 experts, and or a Junior, Cruiser or Elite rider. You must be a Calgary Member to ride. This will be an open track format.
Monday nights are going to be set aside for Dingo Racing. This is a private coaching organized by Damian our Expert coach and is open to all. Damian charges for this, for further information check back.
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Apr 26, 2009
The Calgary BMX Track will open on Tuesday April 28, 2009 & Thursday April 30, 2009 (Weather Permitting). We will start racing on Saturday May 3, 2009.
We have been working on the track over the last few days and it is looking to be in great shape.
We are all looking forward to a great season!
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Apr 12, 2009
We are very much looking forward to a great BMX racing season here in Calgary.
We know that the winter and spring has been a bit rough so far but we will soon be getting the track ready for Racing.
We are always accepting registrations so check out the link below for more information.
Get Registered Now!
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Apr 12, 2009
WELCOME TO OUR BRAND NEW WEBSITE!!!!
We are very pleased to show you our brand new website. We have built it on an entirely new platform that will make it easier to update and to keep the content current. We invite you to use this site as your primary information place for BMX racing is Alberta.
Calgary BMX Association Board of Directors
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