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Why Choose the YWCA?

We've been teaching English Classes in Calgary for more than 90 years. We have:

Qualified and Accredited Teachers

Small Classes

Fitness Facilities on Site

Classes are for adults - men and women.

We serve Immigrants, Canadian Citizens and International Students and Visitors.

What Makes Our Programs Special?

ESL Program Service Instructors – are professionally qualified with a degree from a recognized university and a teaching certificate or ESL certification.

Most of our instructors are accredited members of ATESL (Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language) and TESL Canada.
Many of our instructors have more than 10 years' experience in teaching ESL to adult learners.

Volunteer Tutors – work as teaching assistants in our classes. Our learners get lots of small group or individual help.

Small Classes – usually about 10 to 12 students per class. This may vary according to the English language level and the type of class.

Classroom Materials – provided to learners at no additional cost.

Registration & Assessment – cost is included in the Tuition Fee.

Fitness on 5th – Immigrant clients get free (International students get low-cost) passes to use the YWCA of Calgary’s fitness facilities.

Includes: swimming pool, gymnasium, squash courts, weight room & cardio equipment

Conveniently Located – the YWCA of Calgary is in the heart of downtown Calgary near Olympic Plaza and City Hall.

For more information about our programs contact us at:

Phone:

1-403-232-1583

Fax:

1-403-232-1595

Email:

esl@ywcaofcalgary.com

Address:

320 – 5^th Avenue S.E.
Calgary - Alberta - Canada
T2G 0E5

Office Hours:
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am – 8:00 pm M.S.T.
Friday
9:00 am to 4:00 pm M.S.T.

There are lots of affordable things to do around Calgary while you study at the YWCA of CALGARY. Here are some options so you can prepare for some fun!

Walk along Stephen Avenue Mall to window shop and people watch.

Enjoy the trendy shops and diverse restaurants of Eau Claire Market

Take a stroll over the bridge to Prince’s Island Park and watch one of the "Shakespeare in the Park" plays.

Take in the many galleries and cafes in the Uptown 17 Avenue area or 4^th Street.

Go to the famous Calgary Stampede held every year in July.

Watch international horse jumping at world class Spruce Meadows.

See how the first Western Canadians lived at Heritage Park and Fort Calgary.

Enjoy live music and culture at Folk Festival, Globalfest, Lilac Festival and the International Jazz Festival.

Summertime in Calgary

Summer is a wonderful change from the chilly days of winter so it’s a great time to enjoy the special features of this lovely area.

Hiking and camping the Foothills and National Parks, such as Banff.
Weekend trips to the mountains and icefields.
Water sports at nearby lakes.
Cycle or rollerblade on the endless pathways in and around the city.
Canoe or sail on the local Glenmore Reservoir and Bow River.
Sit on a patio and enjoy locally brewed beers.

Getting Around Calgary

Travelling from one part of town to another can be a challenge in a new city but when you study at the YWCA of CALGARY transportation is not a problem. We are located downtown very close to the Light Rail Transit tracks where travel in the core area is free. Buses are convenient and there are shuttle services to outlying venues to make it easier to get there and back.

Accommodation

We would be happy to assist you with contacts for Homestay accommodation. There are two hostels nearby and an array of hotels for short or long-stay visitors.

We will be happy to help you plan your study and fun program.