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June 13th, 2026 Five years ago, Edmonton Tennis Community's (ETC's) Executive Director, Karina Trkulja, had a vision. She wanted to create an event and become the benchmark for TryTennis events in Canada. She wanted to create a place where anyone, regardless of age or experience, could pick up a racquet and discover a love for the game. The challenge? Finding a venue large enough to bring that vision to life. With determination and more optimism than certainty, Karina walked

May 20th, 2026 In its fourth week of free tennis programming, the Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC) team ventured to Sturgeon Heights School in St. Albert where the first outdoor school program of the year was delivered. Although it was not the May weather one would hope for, the wind, rain, and cold temperatures did not stop these kids! Across two days, more than 80 Grade 4, 5 and 6 students got to try tennis. With no proper tennis court available, coaches Jasmine, Rafiel, and

May 13th, 2026 Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC) delivered its third free in school tennis program of 2026, made possible by the generous support of Tennis Alberta and Tennis Canada. The destination this time was Our Lady Victories Catholic Elementary School, and the students left a lasting impression on the coaches. Sixty students across Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 4 classes picked up a tennis racquet this week, many for the very first time. Spanning two days of lessons,

May 9th, 2026 The Garneau Tennis and Beach Volleyball Club opened its 2026 summer season with a lively Open House on May 9th, welcoming new and returning members for an afternoon of sport, community, and sunshine. Held on a warm Saturday afternoon, the event brought Edmontonians of all ages out to tour the club, meet the vendors, connect with the community, and try their hand at tennis and beach volleyball. Club President Jonathan Pearson kicked things off with an opening spe

May 6th, 2026 This week, Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC) delivered its second free in school tennis program of 2026, made possible by the generous support of Tennis Alberta and Tennis Canada. The destination this time was Kensington School, and the students were nothing short of amazing. Over the course of two days, 173 students from Grades 3 to 6 took to the courts, with coaches Jasmine, Miguel, and Emma. The week also included a dedicated session for students with special e

April 29th, 2026 This spring, with the generous support of Tennis Canada and Tennis Alberta, Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC) kicked off its 2026 free school programming at St. John XXIII Elementary School, and the energy on the courts was electric! Over the course of two days and six classes, more than 200 Grade 4 and Grade 5 students picked up a tennis racquet, many for the very first time. Through fun games, structured activities, and skill-based drills, coaches Ana, Miguel

February 2nd, 2026 On Sunday, February 1st, Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC) proudly hosted its very first Recreational Youth Winter Tournament, welcoming 30 young athletes between the ages of 10 and 17. This event marked an exciting milestone for ETC as we continue expanding opportunities for youth players in our community to experience friendly competition in a supportive environment. The tournament brought together athletes of varying experience levels, creating an atmosphe

January 15th, 2026 On January 15th, the Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC) gathered to honour the life and legacy of Jared Maclean — a remarkable athlete, coach, leader, and friend whose impact continues to resonate deeply throughout our tennis community. Jared was more than a talented coach or accomplished competitor. He was someone who left people feeling seen, supported, and believed in. His influence lives on through the programs he helped shape, the coaches he mentored, and

January 11th, 2026 The Edmonton Tennis Community (ETC), in collaboration with Dunluce School, proudly hosted a ‘TryTennis’ initiative as part of the launch of its new Northside Edmonton location. The goal of the event was to give students and children in the surrounding community the opportunity to experience tennis for the very first time in an engaging space designed to make learning tennis fun. The TryTennis session took place alongside the first day of lessons for the Dun