Calgary is not exactly a city that comes to mind when someone mentions the word beach. However, Alberta is a resourceful and ingenious province and we Albertans are go-getters and risk takers. So, we brought the beach to Calgary!
Since 2000, the CSSC has played Beach Volleyball at the Marda Loop Communities Association (MLCA). Players have come to love MLCA over those last 15 years and it is definitely recognized as the home of CSSC Beach Volleyball. It was the CSSC who initially approached MLCA about building these courts, which makes them feel even more like home.
After 15 successful years at MLCA, it was time to add more courts in Calgary! The CSSC approached the Parkdale Community Association (PCA) in the North West and began construction in May of 2015. After a few months of very hard work and a lot of sand (124 tons to be exact), the PCA courts were officially open for business on July 11, 2015. Players seem to love the new, soft, deep sand, as well as the large deck area.
Adding a second facility in Calgary is certainly not the end of the story; as the CSSC Beach Volleyball Leagues grow, so does the need for new, premium facilities in Calgary. Whether it is adding to PCA, or finding new areas to build courts, look for even more Beach Volleyball courts in Calgary thanks to the CSSC.
Have fun out there.
