Go girl! Programs that teach girls leadership in Edmonton

Girls who learn from an early age the importance of leadership and self-confidence will be better equipped to grow into women who can go out and conquer the world. As parents, guardians and family members of girls, we can all help by being positive role models in their lives. Here are some local programs that can help us as we encourage our girls to learn valuable leadership skills and solidify inner confidence.

Go girl! Programs that teach girls leadership in Edmonton
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Can West Hockey

1
10205 100 Ave, Morinville, AB T8R 1P9

Hockey is Canada’s favourite pastime - that we all know. Unfortunately, when thinking of junior hockey leagues, boys’ hockey usually comes to mind first but that doesn’t need to be the case. According to the NHL, girls’ hockey is growing faster than ever. Girls who play hockey build confidence, learn leadership skills, develop agility and strength and benefit from the camaraderie and motivation associated with being a part of a team. CanWest Hockey offers Edmonton’s exclusive three-on-three girls-only hockey league in the city, ranging in ages from 13 to 18 years old.

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym Inc

2
8523 Argyll Rd Nw, Edmonton, AB T6C 4B2

Just off Argyll Road, Vertically Inclined Rock Gym offers private instruction, group lessons and open rock climbing times. The gym teaches girls how to tackle the mental and physical aspects of “climbing mountains” (both literally and figuratively speaking). All level of climbers are welcome, and girls will have a lot of fun while trying out something new and staying active.

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Discover E Engineering/Science Camps

Edmonton, AB T6G 2V4

Now more than ever, girls are being encouraged to embrace their love of science, math, technology and engineering. A program delivered through the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta, GEM Club gives girls the opportunity to do some hands-on learning and build confidence in different fields of science. GEM Club programming is split into two groups—one for girls in grades three through five and one for girls in grades six through nine.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Edmonton & Area

3
10135 89 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 1P6

Describing themselves as an organization that is focused on addressing the emotional, physical, educational and overall wellness of children and youth, the Edmonton Boys and Girls Club Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton and Area (BGCBigs) is an excellent resource for girls in the city who are looking for supportive programming. The group has a mentorship program that matches kids with a mentor who can helps to instill confidence, a sense of hope, healthy interactions, self-esteem and improved academics.

St Albert Community Information & Volunteer Centre

4
10-215 Carnegie Dr, St. Albert, AB T8N 5B1

What better way to empower a girl than by helping her to help someone else? CIVIC is a non-profit organization based in St. Albert whose mandate it is to connect people (including youth) with meaningful volunteer opportunities. Volunteering will help kids gain work experience, give them the chance to lead and will grow their confidence, showing them they can accomplish new and challenging goals. Volunteering is also something a mother and daughter, for example, can do together to strengthen family bonds.

Prana Yoga Studio Inc

5
5611 199 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T6M 0M8

Prana Yoga Studio offers classes for kids as young as five up to age 11, while teen yoga is for kids aged 12 to 18. Focusing on building skills that will create a lifelong foundation for well-being, the yoga studio lists benefits of their programming as: building strong and healthy bodies, fostering healthy social interactions, help with focus and concentration and building self-esteem and acceptance. Drop-in classes and pre-register classes are both available.

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Jennifer Lavallee is a professional freelance writer. She is a regular contributor to the Morinville News and to magazines published in Alberta. Jennifer is the co-creator of Third Verb, a writing workshop business in Edmonton. She lives with her three kids, husband and a wiener dog named Bruce in a town just outside the city.
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