Join us for our 3rd Annual Girls Can Play Day!
Among girls who have participated in sports, there is a dramatic dropout rate with 1 in 3 girls leaving sports by late adolescence. Our Girls Can Play Day event combines our Women’s League 1 Championship team game with the opportunity to celebrate women and girls in our community who are doing great things in sport. This year, on Saturday, July 18th, bring your family, friends, and extraordinary female athletes to Corpus Christi CSS to watch our Men’s and Women’s League 1 teams play and learn more about the amazing variety of sports programs our community has to offer!
Schedule For the Day
- Sports Organization Info Market Opens at 12:00pm
- 1:00pm – Women’s Championship team takes on Cambridge United
- 4:30pm – Men’s Premier team takes on Sudbury Cyclones
- Sports Organization Info Market closes at 6:30pm
Who Will be There?
Our Sports Organization Info Market aims to give members of the community a convenient way to see all of the amazing sports Burlington has to offer! The following organizations will be present at the event ready to share more information about the what they do and the programs they offer.
Aura Dance Studio –
Since opening its doors, Aura Dance Studio has been dedicated to inspiring confidence, creativity, and personal growth through the art of dance. Located in Burlington, Aura offers a welcoming and supportive environment where dancers of all ages—from toddlers to adults—can express themselves and thrive.
Whether it’s recreational classes, competitive teams, or seasonal camps, Aura blends high-quality instruction with a focus on community and self-expression. Led by passionate instructors, students at Aura not only grow as dancers but also build life-long skills in teamwork, discipline, and self-esteem.
Supreme Cheerleading –
At Supreme Cheerleading, we believe every athlete has the power to shine! Located in Burlington, our all-star cheerleading program empowers young athletes through a dynamic blend of athleticism, artistry, and team spirit.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to build confidence and coordination, or an experienced cheerleader ready to compete at a high level, there’s a place for you at Supreme. Our passionate coaches are committed to helping each athlete reach their full potential in a fun, inclusive, and empowering setting.
More than just stunts and spirit, Supreme Cheerleading builds lifelong friendships, resilience, and self-belief. Come meet our team and discover how cheer can lift you up—on and off the mat!
OMAC Martial Arts-
For over 50 years, OMAC Martial Arts has empowered students of all ages through expert martial arts training that builds confidence, discipline, and character. With experienced instructors, a welcoming community, and programs ranging from karate and kickboxing to family classes, OMAC provides a supportive environment where every student can grow on and off the mat.
Canadian Dance Company –
CDC is proud of its ability to recognize potential and inspire creativity. Our aim is to nurture a student’s love for the performing arts by giving them an outlet to express their passion. CDC is also known for bringing out the best in students by stimulating their minds, challenging their ability in a positive way and helping each student to achieve their goals. Our objective is to not only provide professional level training, but to also create an environment where students build spirit and prepare them with life lessons that go beyond the stage for years to come.
Ringette Association of Burlington –
The Burlington Ringette Association is dedicated to providing a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment where athletes of all ages and skill levels can develop their ringette skills, build confidence, and create lasting friendships. Through quality coaching, teamwork, and a passion for the game, we strive to inspire a lifelong love of ringette both on and off the ice.
Burlington Gymnastics –
The Burlington Gymnastics Club provides inclusive quality programming that enables growth through movement from child to adult and promotes life-long fitness. By establishing a safe, positive, and fun environment, our nationally trained coaches inspire and empower all athletes to strive for success, both inside and outside of the gym.
Celebrate Women in Sports!
Participating in sports from a young age can not only be beneficial to the development of young girls, but help them succeed in the future!
- Researchers found that 94 per cent of women in top executive roles have played sports, gaining confidence, determination and the ability to thrive on competition along the way!
- Girls and women who play sports have higher levels of confidence and self-esteem and lower levels of depression.
- Girls and women who play sports have a more positive body image and experience higher states of psychological well-being than girls and women who do not play sports.
- When they enter the boardroom, women athletes have a unique advantage by thriving on competition, determination and a strong work ethic.
- Sport participation helps girls grow up healthy and confident, helps young female leaders rise, and helps C-suite leaders succeed.
Learn More!
How Playing Sports Can Make Women Better Leaders
Benefits of Sports Participation for Girls and Women
Why a Female Athlete Should be your Next Leader
Impact of Sport on Women in Business
Know the Facts!
According to Canadian Women in Sports;
- Up to 62% of Canadian adolescent girls are not participating in any kind of sport.
- One in three girls who have participated in sport drop out by late adolescence.
- Girls are more than three times as likely to drop out of sport in adolescence compared to boys, as the dropout rate among adolescent boys is 1 in 10.
- Only 18% of women aged 16-63 years stay involved in sport.
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Thank You To Our Sponsors!
In addition to all of the amazing organizations listed above who are attending our event, we would like to thank our sponsors for making this event possible!
