Badminton at HSCA- Health Benefits of Badminton

Do you know the Health Benefits of Playing Badminton?

·      Reduces weight

·      Improves Lung and heart functions

·      Reduces stress

·      Increases bone density

·      Improves reflexes, intelligence and productivity

·      Improves metabolism

Other comments from players:

“It can also help me sleep better, eat better and even regulate my digestive system!”

“I used to feel very tired but after playing Badminton on a regular basis, I can play two-three times a week and still have enough energy to do my daily chores.” 

So why not try playing some Badminton this year at this wonderful gym in the NW? With a small fee, you can improve your overall health and add more fun activities in your daily routine.

Location: Hillhurst/Sunnyside Community Center

                1320 5 Ave NW, Calgary AB (Free parking)

Dates: Mon/ Thurs 10am -1 pm

Fee: $6 (each gym fee $ 4 and drop-in $2 bird fee)

Facilities: Four well maintained courts with rubberized compound floor, good lighting, air condition, fountain, showers, lockers and change room, snack/ coffee machine.

Group size: 16-22 friendly players

Levels: Post beginners- advance

Contact person: Grace Yuen  gymyuen@gmail.com

Recreation, workshops and events at HSCA for the Winter Season (that are not run by HSCA)

Did you know, that not all of the events and activities which take place in the HSCA building are HSCA programs? We also have a variety of renters who use the space to bring recreation and learning opportunities to residents.

With the new year also comes new programs and the return of some of your favourites! Returning this year are martial arts opportunities with LDK Karate and Hydra Taekwondo. And our friends from CapoeiraYYC have returned to offer instruction on Saturdays! We were in the building a few weeks ago, and along with the physical practice of Capoeira, the instructors also introduced some of the cultural aspects and were singing. They have incredible voices.

And finally, to take us from winter into the spring season are Witches Brew Markets. The first will take place on Saturday March 30. This is a re-vamp from the New Age Markets hosted by New Age Calgary and we cannot wait to see what sort of treasure and learning they will provide.

For information on these, upcoming and HSCA-run programs stay posted to your monthly edition of The Voice, or check out repeating events on the programs calendar and special events upcoming here.

Stay posted to the HSCA blog for more program highlights throughout the year. And if you are interested in booking space at HSCA to host your own workshops or events contact Allison for availability: Allison.h@hsca.ca