March 15 to May 31 (with breaks for long weekends)
Join Stephanie for a Morning Sun Salutation Hatha Yoga Flow!
Saturday morning from 9 AM to 10 AM, we’ll practice connecting with our bodies and breath. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often forget to take care of ourselves. These classes will offer you a chance to reconnect, strengthen your body, and flow with intention.
6 Rehearsals: March 30 - May 4
Welcoming singers of all levels and most ages! Come sing together with some very beginner-friendly songs, and build community with your neighbours.
This multi-generational choir will learn 3 choral pieces, chosen for a range of vocal abilities, led by experienced chorister and teacher Sheila
Macdonald.
Adults and *children age 7+* are welcome.
Children under 18 must join with an adult. There will be 6 early evening "rehearsals" culminating in a short recital to which friends and family are invited. Please be prepared to commit to all 6 rehearsals, (this is not considered a 'drop-in' program).
Pre-registration is encouraged by emailing inquiries@ritchie-league.com or calling/texting 780-433-7137
Winter series: April 7 to June 23 2025
No class on Easter Monday (April 21) and Victoria Day (May 19)
10 weeks
$120 Regular
$100 for members
$20 Drop in
No refunds
Improve your physical and mental well being with yoga!
Improve your physical and mental well being with yoga!
This class will focus on:
flexibility
strength
balance
breath awareness
accessibility
We use props to make the poses accessible to all participants, and have some yoga blocks and straps available to borrow for the class. If you have your own, please feel free to bring them!
Please bring:
Yoga mat
Blanket, layers of clothing
Firm yoga blocks if you have them
Socks
Everyone is welcome to this fun, all level class!
Come warm up and hang out at the hall on Tuesday mornings for “Coffee and Conversation”.
Meet a neighbour at the hall, or pop by on your own. Bring your wee one for playmat time, bring your neighbourhood stories, bring your studying, or bring a book.
Caregivers of little ones 5 and under are invited to bring your balls, run bikes and ride-on toys and let the little ones have 'free run' of our large hall. Coffee is on for parents.
Hosted by our Hall Manager, this is also a great time to chat with her about your upcoming rental or program idea, or to pick something up.
An RCL or other Edmonton League membership is required, and available to purchase on site. Supervision is not provided - parents are expected to stay in the space and monitor safe play. Hall Manager is present if there are any concerns.
NEED TO KNOW:
drop-in, no registration required
free parking in our lot
it’s FREE!
everyone is welcome!
Season Series: April 2025 - September 2025
Location: 7900 A 101 St NW Edmonton, AB T6E 0B9
Would you like to join our garden committee to help run the garden?
The monthly meeting will occur in the garden on the last Wednesday of the month. It is a casual, BYOB meet-up where we talk upgrades, priorities, issues, grants, and stories.
All RCL volunteers must be RCL members/associate members. If you’re up for it, volunteers will help make garden clean-up, grant applications, or Instagram management easier.
What we need:
A small monthly commitment (1-5 hours) during the gardening season
What you get out of it:
Your voice will shape the future of the garden, including how grants are spent, how maintenance is assigned, and more
You will be guaranteed one garden plot for your effort
If you need a letter or reference for your time, one will be provided
The best part? The garden crew is a lot of fun, and the people are nice. We would love to have you join.
Email Hanna at garden@ritchie-league.com to sign up, or feel free to show up at the picnic tables around 7.
We will cancel or reschedule if the weather is particularly unpleasant.
February 1 - March 15
Visit EMSA South for more information, and to register your kiddos.
Important details
Registration deadline: March 14
Season start (tentative): May 1
You need a community league membership to register (purchase one online here)
Financial assistance is available
FB: emsasouth
IG: millwoodsselectsfc
A community league membership* is required for EMSA registration.
Need a Membership? Get your Community League membership
Already a member? You can look up your membership number HERE
Swing by the hall on Tuesdays starting February 18, from 10am -12pm to pick up your shovel and meet other volunteers.
Let's help each other keep Ritchie's sidewalks clear and accessible this winter!
Ritchie Community League is encouraging you to become a "Snow Angel" and help our neighbours in need of snow removal help.
Offering and asking for help are both important ways for our community to come together and keep our walks clear all season long!
Ritchie residents interested in becoming an official Snow Angel are invited to stop by the hall on Tuesday mornings between 10am to 12pm to register and learn more about the program.
Youth are welcome to register as Snow Angels alongside an adult family member.
With support from the City of Edmonton we have FREE SHOVELS to give away to the first 25 Snow Angels who register. (RCL membership required)
If you or a neighbour are in need of snow removal, please come to the hall and pick up a lawn sign.
Join us at Ritchie Hall on February 22, from 11am to noon. There will be a short presentation about this program and shovel and lawn sign pick up. Coffee, hot chocolate and donuts will be served.
All program participants (Snow Angels and neighbours who request assistance) will be entered to win a gift card to a local Ritchie business.
When the snow disappears for the year, all participants are invited to a wrap up event at the hall with great prizes!
This is a volunteer-run RCL program.
Any questions can be directed to inquiries@ritchie-league.com
Women and teen girls class grade 7 and up (13+) - 6:45-7:45 pm
Youth ages 9-12 can register with a female guardian or sibling over 13
In this 5-week introductory course, you will learn some of the basic concepts and techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with a self-defence focus.
Be prepared to sweat, learn, and have some fun in a safe and supportive environment!
What is Brazilian jiu-jitsu? A martial art that focuses on getting an opponent to the ground in order to neutralize possible strength or size advantages - great teachings of self-defense. On the ground, physical strength can be offset or enhanced through proper grappling techniques.
Taught by Nat on the Mat!
We will be working closely with partners.
No special attire is required.
We are non-binary, gender queer, and trans inclusive.
Please register then provide payment
Questions about the class? Email Natalie at bjjandyoga@gmail.com
Issues with registration or payment, email inquiries@ritchie-league.com
Move to the oldies in this mixed-level class offering exercise for every body! The workout includes components of low-impact cardio, strength training, balance and flexibility for a well-rounded one-hour workout!
We have chairs if you need one for stability or to complete the workout seated and we have weights.
Cost: $8 per drop-in, $40 for a 5-class punch card or $72 for a 10-class punch card.
Show Receipt at first class to get punch card.
Questions? Contact Deb: debproc72@gmail.com
Step back in time and join us for an immersive class exploring the rich tapestry of historical dance styles! Experience the charming Inns of Court’s Almans and Pavanes. Have fun learning the joys of French circle dances. Enjoy the lively dances and sounds of traditional English country dancing. Come and connect with others as you learn the dances that have captivated dancers for centuries.
No prior experience needed. Invite a friend to join you!
Drop-ins are welcome
$10.00 per class, $8.00 per class for RCL members
Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing that is easy to move in
Bring a water bottle
Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult
Join the instructors Jeanette Dunnett and Leslie Johnson in this exciting class. Jeanette has been dancing for 18 years and teaching for 15 years. Jeanette specializes in English Country dancing and teaches all four styles. Leslie has been dancing for 31 years. She has 30 years of experience playing historical dance music. Leslie’s teaching specialty is Almans, Pavans, and French circle dances.
Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner, this class offers something for everyone. Experience the joy of dancing in a welcoming environment. All dance styles are danced at a walking speed. The class blends historical techniques with community spirit. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring a comfortable pair of shoes, and a water bottle. Why not bring a friend to dance with and enjoy the fun. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to dance through time!
All dance styles are danced at a walking speed.
The class blends historical techniques with fun and community spirit.
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Instructors Jeanette Dunnett and Leslie Main Johnson
Jeanette has been dancing for 18 years and teaching for 15 years. Jeanette specializes in English Country dancing, though she teaches all four styles.
Leslie has been dancing for 31 years. She has 30 years of experience playing historical dance music. Leslie’s specialties are Almans, Pavans, and French circle dances, and she also teaches some Italian Renaissance dances.
jdunnett26@gmail.com or lmainjohnson@gmail.com
Visit us for coffee, conversation and projects.
The Ritchie Community League Board hosts a Men’s Shed at the community hall. We gather weekly over coffee to share stories, bounce around ideas for community projects that need doing, and build or fix something!
QUESTIONS? Contact mensshedritchie@gmail.com
Dan Desnoyers: 780-920-4587
Doug Hartman: 780-919-3696
Men’s Sheds started in Australia over 30 years ago when a few retired guys got together to restore furniture and fix lawn mowers. There are now thousands of Sheds across the world, including over 10 in the Edmonton area. Each one is unique in that the men decide what they want to do. Many start as informal coffee gatherings and grow into collaborating on projects for companionship, training, teaching, mentoring, and to improve their community.
Find us on Facebook @MensShedsEdmonton
WHY A RITCHIE SHED?
In Ritchie, there have been few opportunities for guys to gather together and share stories. Our Shedders do that and also put their combined experience to good use, helping to maintain and improve our community facilities.
Our Shed is led by two community members, Dan and Doug, who have been with our Shed since the beginning. As a very experienced certified carpenter, Dan regularly brings his youthful community insights, professional guidance, job safety and quality control skills to our Shed. A retired banker, Doug loves coffee chats and herding the guys to dive into hands-on projects. Each week is different.
Please feel free to contact either one of them at their numbers above.
By having fun! They enjoy activities they have always loved or discover new ones.
By making friends.
By getting involved in their community.
By having a chance to share their own knowledge or skills, and learn from others.
By being in a place where they can be themselves.
By experiencing support that can enhance mental health.
By reducing isolation.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS TO DATE
Since we began in April 2023, these have been some of our activities.
Held weekly Saturday Shedder meetings
Assembled 3 insulated dog sheds for Second Chance Animal Rescue Society
Co-hosted evening presentations to the community
Learned how to play pickleball
Refurbished children’s games
Performed numerous maintenance, building and repair projects for the Ritchie Community League hall, inside and outside
Modified space in the hall to become the home of our Ritchie Men’s Shed
Partnering to assist with the West Ritchie Community Garden
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