Bollywood Dance

Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Winter Series: November 7 - December 19 

Come join Rashmeet for some Bollywood Dance classes to warm up the winter! Learn some fun new dance styles and make some wonderful dance friends!

Warm up your winter with the vibrant beats of Bollywood dance! 

Whether you're new to dance or a seasoned performer, these classes will guide you through the energetic and expressive moves that define Bollywood choreography. 

Learn routines set to iconic Bollywood songs, blending traditional Indian styles with modern flair, and bring some heat to the colder months!

Who: Adults (14+)

When: November 7 - December 19 

Time: Every Thursday; 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Where: Ritchie Community Hall (7727 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 5C9)

Pricing and Payment:

Full Semester (per student): $140+GST.

Dropins: $25 per class

Please send an e-transfer of $147 to learn@madhubanperformingarts.com

Yoga Class

Mondays, 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Fall series: September 23 to November 4

Regular: $80

League Members: $70

Drop in $20

Winter series: starts January 2025—more info coming soon!

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!

Free Yoga

Saturdays 9 am - 10am

NOTE: No Yoga on October 26

Hatha Yoga Flow

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.

Renaissance Dance Class

Mondays, 6-7pm

September 23 – December 9, 2024

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. 

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

Renaissance Dance Class

Have fun learning the joys of French circle dances. Enjoy the lively dances and delightful sounds of traditional English country dancing. Step into the rhythm of history and connect with others as you learn the graceful movements and lively steps that have captivated dancers for centuries. Learn the steps and patterns behind the dances in this exciting class!

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner, this class offers something for everyone. Why not bring a friend to dance with and enjoy the fun! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to dance through time!

DETAILS

• 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.

Experience the joy of dancing in a welcoming environment.

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.

For more informaiton, please contact:

jdunnett26@gmail.com or lmainjohnson@gmail.com

Ballet With Your Neighbour

Thursdays 7:15 - 8:15 pm

Fall 2024 registration open now

September 26 to November 21 (no class Oct 31)

Join our family-friendly Adult Beginner Ballet Class!

In this class you can learn the basics of ballet or get back into it for fitness, fun and artistry. And you can bring your kids 7- 17 years old to dance too!

Class will include a dynamic warm-up, some up-to-date progressive conditioning, barre and centre work and some accessible, satisfying choreography. While doing an out of the ordinary activity with your children and teens!

Class is also:

• inclusive

• respectful of your pace and body

• using imagery to improve your posture and alignment

REGISTRATION DETAILS

September 26 to November 21 (no class Oct 31)

Regular Registration

• Single Registration fee: $135

• Parent and Child Registration: $203

• Additional Child Registrations: $68 each

Ritchie League member Registration

• Single Registration $122

• Parent and Child Registration: $190

• Additional Child Registrations: $68 each

*Minimum participants required to run the program: 10 adults or 12 adults and children

For Questions email: irousseau.moveandbemoved@gmail.com

Grindstone

The Grindstone Theatre School

Fall Semester: September 15 - November 10, 2024

Start your 2024 off right by trying something new in Grindstone Theatre School  classes! With a range of acting, writing, and movement classes for kids, teens, and adults, there is something for everyone. Tickle your funny bone, enter your main character era, and get in the spotlight!

RCL members get the early bird rate of $50 off at any point in registration, but are still encouraged to sign up early as spots fill up!

All classes run for 8 weeks, finishing with a final showcase at The Grindstone Theatre. The showcase will occur 7-14 days after the 8th class.

Adult Classes at the Ritchie Hall

Improv 101A: September 15 - November 10, 2024 | Sundays | 11:30AM -   1:30PM

Learn the fundamentals of improv in a fun and supportive environment. Students will build a strong foundation of self-acceptance, spontaneity, and playfulness as they learn to make up scenes on the spot. This class will focus on the basics of improv and how to get started as a performer. Join long-practicing improviser and teacher John Battye for an engaging and high-energy experience.

Kids and Teens Classes at the Ritchie Hall

Drama Discovery 3: (AGES 12 - 15) September 15 - November 17, 2024 | Sundays |   9:30 - 11:00AM

Step into the limelight in this playful and supportive class! Whether you are the larger-than-life performer or the quiet and curious creator, you will love this class. Students will explore performance and character through physical exercises which will lead them into creation! They will work together with their class pals to create a fun and imaginative show to perform for their friends and family.
 
No experience necessary! This course is designed to be repeated as the material changes each term.

NOTE: Not all Grindstone classes are held at the Ritchie Hall. Visit the Grindstone Class Schedule for a complete list and registration information.

For more details visit the Grindstone website: grindstonetheatre.ca/

Questions about our programming? Get in touch with Jules Pepin, Education Manager at jpepin@grindstonetheatre.ca. 

Fit for Life - Starting September 5th

Thursdays 10:30 am

Starting September 5th

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! 

Bring your own chair if you need one for stability or to complete the workout seated.

Questions? Contact Deb: debproc72@gmail.com

Girl Guides

Wednesday Evening

Starting on September 4th

4th Edmonton Spark Unit

ages 5-6 Wed @ 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

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2nd Edmonton Ember Unit

ages 7-8 Wed 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM

2nd Edmonton Pathfinder Unit

ages 12-14 Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Pickleball

Drop-in Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm

Ritchie's pickleball courts are open, and we've got a great group of folks who meet there to play.

Ritchie member Jo Ann will coordinate drop-in pickleball on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm. Weather permitting.

Please make sure your league membership is up to date! You can purchase one here as needed.

Have you wanted to learn the game of pickleball or just want to play? Come check out the Ritchie courts. There are 3 inside the rink for those who have their own net and 2 on the tennis courts for those that don’t. Grab your paddles and come enjoy the fastest growing sport for all ages.

RAD Self-defence

This is a two-day course that runs on a Saturday and Sunday, from 9am-4:30pm.

• June 15 & 16

• July 20 & 21

• September 28 & 29

• More dates and registration here.

Who is delivering the courses?

RAD is an international non-profit organization that offers affordable and practical self-defence for women ages 12+. This course is for all abilities and available to those who have already taken RAD (free of charge).
The Edmonton chapter coordinators is collaborating with the Ritchie Community League and City of Edmonton to ensure an affordable and impactful course.

The RAD coordinators volunteer their time to screen and vet volunteer instructors. Volunteers are Edmonton Police Service civilian staff and officers and other front line emergency responders.

What to Expect

Saturday

• The first part of the course is to build understanding and awareness of personal safety and knowledge in what to look for.

Sunday

• The second part of the course is teaching skills, fit-to-participant that will get themselves out of a harmful situation.

• The skill building part of the course is tailored to the individual meaning there are multiple tools available and can accommodate most mobility issues.

• There is also an optional scenario part of the course where skills are practiced in meaningful practice. The scenarios teach women how to get passed the panic state of mind and into action.

• There are always female instructors in each course. Male volunteers in the scenarios wear a fully padded suit so you can unleash your full potential.

Ages and Requirements

• For ages 12-15 year olds, a participating guardian must also be enrolled in the course.

  (This is because of the content being introduced.)

• For ages 16-18 year olds, participation requires guardian approval but the guardian does not need to enroll

• Suitable for different ages and abilities

Cost: $41.50

Registration:

Sign up to get a notification when the registration is open. For Ritchie members, a minimal number of spots be reserved per month and then released a week prior to the course start date.

Visit RAD homepage for more information or email infor@radedmonton.ca

Men’s Shed

Saturdays 10:00 am

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

WHAT IS A MEN’S SHED?

Men’s Sheds started in Australia 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 eight 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.

MEN’S SHEDS BENEFITS THEIR MEMBERS: 

• 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