Coach Development
The Association offers coaching workshops to increase the number of beginner programs in Alberta! Check back here for upcoming programs.
Junior Development
Helping juniors develop their full potential on the court and beyond is an important component of our Strategic Plan. We recognize that many of our juniors will continue to play racquetball as adults and will help us grow the sport by becoming our future“racquetball champions”. For information about the ARA's Junior Programs, please contact inquiries@albertaracquetball.ca
Other coaching and junior development occur at many of the Racquetball centres in the province. Visit our “where to play” page for more locations.
Challenge Ladders
Are you interested in starting or participating in a challenge ladder? This would be a city/town wide challenge ladder open to men, women and juniors (12 years and over) of all skill levels. If this is of interest place contact us at 403-744-5229 or email inquiries@albertaracquetball.ca
Racquetball Leagues
Joining a league offers you an opportunity to have fun, improve your racquetball skills and meet new players for friendly competition. League games are generally played according to the Official Rules of Racquetball Canada however, the league director may implement a ‘handi-cap’ system so that players of different skill levels can play together. To join a league, please contact the league director directly.
National Coaching Certification Program
The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is a coach training and certification program for all coaches in more than 60 sports. If you are interested in taking a coaching course to become a certified racquetball coach please call 403-744-5229 or email inquiries@albertaracquetball.ca.
Officiating Certification Program
There are five levels in the Racquetball Canada ("RC") officiating certification program. The first step is to be certified as Tech A. This will enable you to referee matches at a sanctioned tournament.
A clinic held by a Level 2 or higher referee which covers basic rules and situational analysis will qualify you as Tech A. There is a written exam which must be successfully completed to pass Tech B.
The next step is Level 1. This requires completion of a written exam and also displaying a basic level of proficiency while officiating in a sanctioned tournament. Level 2 is achieved by passing the RC level 2 written test which includes knowledge of rules, visual analysis and interpretation of rule application as it pertains to court situations. The emphasis is on game situations, as proper interpretation of the rules is critical. The individual must also achieve a passing grade by refereeing a minimum of two open-level doubles matches and two open-level singles matches. They are observed by two Level 3 referees who use an evaluation form to assess rule knowledge, procedures and rule application. The final step is Level 3 Certification.
The accredited Level 2 referee has a one year waiting period in which they practice their skills in sanctioned tournaments. They are then observed by two Level 3 referees, in two open-level doubles matches and two open-level singles matches. Upon passing they will be certified as Level 3 referees.
Racquetball Practice Program
The Racquetball Practice Program videos have received more than 100,000 hits on YouTube and have been described as the best racquetball instructional videos on YouTube. Developed in Alberta, the program clearly demonstrates the drills and skills required to successfully practice and improve your game.