CLINICS
The off-season is a great time for players to improve their skills and game without having to compete in game situations. SBR's NEW Clinic offerings are a great opportunity for players to progress their skills in hitting, pitching, catching, and foundational skills while working with some of the best coaches and facilitators Calgary has to offer!
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Check out what SBR has to offer below for our athletes! Each clinic includes a SBR t-shirt.​
Registration for the 2023 clinics will open October 1st @ 9am.
Registration for the 2024 clinics will open November 15th @ 9am.
Our Services
PITCHING CLINIC #1
This 4 session clinic will provide quality pitching instruction and coaching targeted to each group's level to develop proper mechanics and help pitchers reach their potential. Note: pitchers must supply their own catcher.
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Dates:
Mondays starting October 30 to November 20 (4 sessions)
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Beginners: 6PM - 7PM
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Advanced: 7PM - 8PM
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Sessions:
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Beginner (U9+): 0 - 1 season of pitching experience (max. 10 pitchers)
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Advanced (U11+): 2+ seasons of pitching experience (max. 12 pitchers)
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Instructor:
Leanna Assels - Pitching Instructor, Coach, Mentor and former university pitcher for Trinity International University and SAIT
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $120
PITCHING CLINIC #2
This 4 session clinic will provide quality pitching instruction and coaching targeted to each group's level to develop proper mechanics and help pitchers reach their potential. Note: pitchers must supply their own catcher.
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Dates:
Mondays starting November 27 to December 18 (4 sessions)
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Beginners: 6PM - 7PM
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Advanced: 7PM - 8PM
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Sessions:
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Beginner (U9+): 0 - 2 seasons of pitching experience (max. 10 pitchers) 1 spot left!
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Advanced (U13+): 2+ seasons of pitching experience (max. 12 pitchers) SOLD OUT!
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Instructor:
Leanna Assels - Pitching Instructor, Coach, Mentor and former university pitcher for Trinity International University and SAIT
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $120
PITCHING CLINIC #3
This 5 session clinic will focus on proper pitching mechanics, include drills for explosive power and focus on movement around the plate. Pitching instruction and coaching will be targeted to each group's level to help pitchers build confidence in the circle. Note: pitchers must supply their own catcher.
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Dates:
Mondays starting January 8 to February 12 (5 sessions - no class Feb 5)
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Beginners: 7PM - 8PM SOLD OUT!
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Advanced: 8PM - 9PM 1 spot left!
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Sessions:
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Beginner (U9+): 0 - 2 seasons of pitching experience (max. 10 pitchers)
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Advanced (U13+): 2+ seasons of pitching experience (max. 12 pitchers)
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Instructor:
Audra Schneider - Pitching Instructor for 25+ years, Iona University NCAA Softball Alumni and SBR Head Coach
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $150
PITCHING CLINIC #4
This 5 session clinic will span 3 weekends with the MRU Cougars Softball coaching staff and players to help players level up on their defense and hitting performance just in time for 2024 season evaluations.
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Dates:
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U11 & U13: (max. 15) SOLD OUT!
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Saturday, Jan 27 - 9AM - 11AM
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Sunday, Jan 28 - 12PM - 2PM
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Saturday, Feb 3 - 2:30PM - 4:30PM
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Sunday, Feb 4 - 12PM - 2PM
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Sunday Feb 11 - 12PM - 2PM
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U15+: (max. 15) SOLD OUT!
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Saturday, Jan 27 - 11AM - 1PM
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Sunday, Jan 28 - 2PM - 4PM
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Saturday, Feb 3 - 4:30PM - 6:30PM
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Sunday, Feb 4 - 2PM - 4PM
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Sunday, Feb 11 - 2PM - 4PM
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Instructor:
Jason Poole - Head Coach, Mount Royal University Cougars Softball
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $250
SKILLS CLINIC
We are excited to partner with Training Foundation to bring athletes this 6 week intimate experience to enhance and progress their defense and hitting with some of the top players and coaches in Canada.
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Dates:
Sundays starting November 5 to December 10 (6 sessions)
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U11 & U13: 12PM - 2PM (max. 24) SOLD OUT!
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U15+: 2PM - 4PM (max. 24) SOLD OUT!
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Instructors:
AJ Fystro - owner of Training Foundation, Okotoks Dawgs Coach Alumni
Kelsey Lalor - Team Canada Softball/ Team Canada Women's National Baseball Team
Zoe Hicks - Team Canada Softball/Team Canada Womens National Baseball Team
Emma Stephens - UofC Dinos pitcher and 1st baseman
Briar Balas - University of Western Ontario/MRU Asst Coach
Kelsey Kurek - UofC/Zone 7 Softball Head Coach
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $320
CATCHING CLINIC
This 2-day intensive clinic is just for the catchers! Natalie Voortman of Level Up Softball will take all catchers through functional movement patterns, improve performance in the position, align proper throwing mechanics and boost confidence in game management.
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Who: U11-U19 1 spot left!
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Dates:
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Saturday, December 16, 2023 2:30PM - 5:30PM
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Sunday, December 17, 2023 12:00PM - 3:00PM​
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Instructor:
Natalie Voortman - co-founder of Level Up Softball, Ohio State University Alumni, Head Coach Columbus State, Asst. Coach UofC Dinos
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $130
HITTING CLINIC
This 2-day clinic is sure to heat those bats up! Natalie Voortman of Level Up Softball and her coaching team will review the fundamental aspects of the swing, along with a variety of drills that will focus on hitting different types/location of pitches. Coach to Player ratio of 1:5 means lots of face time and coaching for players!
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Dates:
Saturday, January 6 & Sunday, January 7, 2023
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U11 & U13: (max. 20) SOLD OUT!
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Saturday 4:30PM - 6:30PM
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Sunday 12PM - 2PM
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U15+: (max. 20) SOLD OUT!
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Saturday 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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Sunday 2PM - 4PM
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Instructor:
Natalie Voortman - co-founder of Level Up Softball, Ohio State University Alumni, Head Coach Columbus State, Asst. Coach UofC Dinos
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $150
MRU SKILLS CLINIC
This 4 session clinic will provide quality pitching instruction and coaching targeted to each group's level to develop proper mechanics and help pitchers reach their potential. Note: pitchers must supply their own catcher.
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Dates:
Mondays starting October 30 to November 20 (4 sessions)
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Beginners: 6PM - 7PM
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Advanced: 7PM - 8PM
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Sessions:
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Beginner (U9+): 0 - 1 season of pitching experience (max. 10 pitchers)
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Advanced (U11+): 2+ seasons of pitching experience (max. 12 pitchers)
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Instructor:
Leanna Assels - Pitching Instructor, Coach, Mentor and former university pitcher for Trinity International University and SAIT
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Location: Calvary FC Regional Fieldhouse, Okotoks, AB
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Cost: $120