
What we’re about
Welcome to the Rocky Mountain Atheists!
The mission of the Rocky Mountain Atheists (RMA) is to be a safe and supportive secular community dedicated to serving society; to support those who have been marginalized or traumatized as a result of faith-based beliefs; and to provide and promote evidence-based learning opportunities.
RMA is so much more than a Meetup group! We typically host about 10 events per month, most of them free. Our activities include social gatherings, peer support, community service, and educational activities. If you would like to learn more about our organization, please visit us at www.rockymountainatheists.ca
A note about respectful behaviour:
We are an inclusive community of atheists, humanists, skeptics and secular freethinkers who welcome people of all backgrounds and identities.
We won't all agree all the time, but disagreement is no excuse for disrespectful behaviour. Disagreements should be resolved in a constructive manner and without personal attacks. Challenge ideas, not people. Do not insult or put down other participants. Harassment and other exclusionary behaviour aren’t acceptable.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Outdoor Pickleball near U of C - $4 June 28Foothills Athletic Park, Calgary, ABCAD 4.00
Curious about pickleball but haven’t tried it yet? Here’s your chance - we will have extra paddles for those who don’t have one. Or enjoy it and want to play outdoors on some beautiful courts? They are located at the site of the old Volleydome south of U of C in the Foothills Athletic Park.
Cost is $4, which allows us to book courts ahead of time and gives us 2 hours to play (10 am to noon). Parking beside the courts is free. Please bring extra paddles if you have them.
Payment can be made in cash at the event, or ahead of time by etransfer to joelfalk@shaw.ca
RELEASE OF LIABILITY / WAIVER OF CLAIMS / ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
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PARTICIPANT ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Rocky Mountain Atheists (RMA) is a non-profit community group. Our hosts and organizers are not certified coaches, trainers, or professionals. We are volunteers and participants organizing events for mutual interest and enjoyment.
By attending any events arranged or hosted by RMA, I acknowledge that I am participating voluntarily and entirely at my own risk. I understand that certain activities may involve risks, including but not limited to physical injury, property damage, or other unforeseen consequences. I fully assume all such risks and accept responsibility for my own safety during participation, including travel to and from any RMA hosted event.
I further acknowledge that by signing up for an RMA event and participating, I am freely assuming all associated risks and hereby release, waive, and discharge the event organizers, Rocky Mountain Atheists, fellow participants, and all facility owners or lessors of the premises used for these events, from any and all claims or liabilities arising out of or connected to my participation.
This event is intended for adults only, all participants must be 18 years of age or older. A valid ID may be required for verification. Participants are discouraged from bringing spectators. Event spaces such as indoor venues or courts may involve fast-moving people, objects, or equipment. If a participant chooses to bring a minor or a guest, they do so at their own risk and assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or incidents involving those individuals.
I HAVE READ THIS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY. I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS AND THAT I AM GIVING UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS BY AGREEING TO IT. I SIGN THIS WAIVER FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT COERCION OR INDUCEMENT.
Your RSVP to this event constitutes your signature and agreement to the terms outlined above. - Ping Pong, Board Games, foosball, crokinoleJames’s house, Tuscany , Calgary , AB
- House party with lots going on.
- Ping Pong, some time for beginners, some for intermediate, some for experienced.
- Card and board games are supplied - and bring your favorite game.
- Foosball
- crokinole
- (Crokinole (/ˈkroʊkɪnoʊl/ ⓘ KROH-ki-nohl) is a disk-flicking dexterity board game, possibly of Canadian origin, similar to the games of pitchnut, carrom, and pichenotte, with elements of shuffleboard and curling reduced to table-top size. Players take turns shooting discs across the circular playing surface, trying to land their discs in the higher-scoring regions of the board, particularly the recessed centre hole of 20 points, while also attempting to knock opposing discs off the board, and into the 'ditch'.)
- Music - Sometimes someone will play piano, sometimes guitar,
James’ house Is 65 Tuscany meadows place nw
Let's try something new - please bring a *favourite* snack/dish to share with others - no need to bring chips, we haven't eaten all the bags of chips people have brought so far, so please bring something else. Suggestions could be - fruit plate, vegetable plate, finger food (I have a microwave and oven and stove), or bring something you are famous for making!
Transportation:
Some people need a ride, some have expressed willingness to provide a ride. Please leave a comment if you want to add your name to either of those two lists and in which neighborhood you live. We often have people coming from Tuscany, Varsity, Arbor Lake, Marlborough Park, Kensington, Hawkwood, Lincoln Park, Dalhousie and Mission. I'll let you folks communicate amongst yourselves.This event is posted on a few meetups So there are more people than listed here. It doesn’t matter which one you sign up on.
WAIVER: By signing up (RSVP) for this event, you signify that you are aware of and assume all the risks associated with this event and are aware of your physical and emotional limits and how they relate to this particular event. You expressly acknowledge and assume all additional risks and dangers that may result in property damage, physical injury and/or death, which may be above and beyond the inherent dangers and risks of the Activity, including but not limited to: Falling or loss of balance; icy, slick or uneven surfaces; collisions with natural or man-made objects, other people, and/or other motor vehicles; the negligence or failure of myself, the Releasee, or other participant to act safely.
You also agree that you take full responsibility without exception for the safety and well-being of yourself and your guest(s) and promise to not hold the host(s) or event organizers and/or any other groups responsible for any harm, injury or property damage that might occur as a result of your participation. Participants who agree to carpool do so at their own discretion and risk. It is against the law for you to drive impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.