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The first date
is a sport.

Meet singles who make movement part of their lives. First Move Club brings people together in Calgary through hosted sport nights, relaxed runs and time to connect.

Free to apply. Pilot dates and venues are being arranged.

How it works

An active start.
A real connection.

01

Tell us how you move

Share your activities and who you want to meet. Choose how you could verify your active lifestyle later. No workout screenshots or health records needed to apply.

02

Find a suitable night

A host reviews dating preferences, age ranges and activity comfort. If a suitable group comes together, we discuss verification and send the confirmed details and price before you commit.

03

Play first, connect naturally

Meet through an activity, with hosted rotations and optional time to chat afterwards. If you both want to reconnect, the host can arrange an introduction with permission from each of you.

The first nights

Help shape the pilot.

These are proposed formats in Calgary, not confirmed bookings. Tell us what interests you. Dates, venues, age groups and final prices will be shared before anyone pays.

Date & venue to be confirmed

Pickleball

Proposed pilot

Mixed Doubles, Rotating Partners
Calgary · venue being arranged

A proposed evening of short games, rotating partners and time to chat. Beginner-friendly instruction and equipment depend on the venue.

Target: 24 peopleRegister interest →

Date & venue to be confirmed

Squash

Proposed pilot

Squash Round-Robin
Calgary · venue being arranged

Short matches grouped by experience, with breaks to meet other singles. Tell us your level so we can plan a suitable format.

Target: 16 peopleRegister interest →

Date & venue to be confirmed

Run

Proposed pilot

Bow River 5K, Then Coffee
Calgary · venue being arranged

A conversational run or walk, then optional coffee. Pace groups, route and weather backup will be confirmed before booking.

Target: 30 peopleRegister interest →

Date & venue to be confirmed

Climbing

Proposed pilot

Bouldering Night
Calgary · venue being arranged

Meet through shared climbing problems, with a venue safety briefing and challenges at your own comfort level. No pressure to climb beyond your ability.

Target: 20 peopleRegister interest →

The standard

A habit,
not a physique.

Pilates, hiking, lifting and easy runs all count. You can be consistent in one activity and completely new to another.

We ask about your habits first. If there is a suitable event, a host will discuss a minimal way to verify participation. We do not score your body, rank performance or share activity evidence with members.

How we handle your information →

What we look for

  • A regular active habit over the last two months, with room for life and breaks
  • A way to confirm participation, such as studio attendance or club involvement
  • Dating preferences that fit the people in a particular group
  • Willingness to meet people, respect boundaries and try an appropriate activity

What we do not assess

  • Body type, weight or how you photograph
  • Personal bests, job titles or follower counts

After the activity

Someone you'd like to see again?

The sport breaks the ice. What happens next is up to you.

After a pilot event, you can privately tell the host who you would like to see again. Introductions happen only when both people opt in. Contact details and one-sided interest are never shared without permission.

A second run, a walk or a coffee all count. There is no rule about what your next date has to be.

How we look after the room →

What it costs

Pay for a real plan.

Applying is free. You only pay if you are offered a confirmed event and choose to attend.

Your invitation will explain the final price, what is included and cancellation terms. No payment is collected on this site.

Indicative pilot price · subject to venue and format

$45CAD

  • A hosted activity with a clear plan
  • Introductions and rotations suited to the format
  • Optional time to chat afterwards
  • Equipment, food and drink inclusion confirmed per event
Apply to join

Questions

Before you apply.

Is this a dating app?

We are starting with hosted events in Calgary. The goal is to help active singles meet in person. Future features will depend on what members actually need.

Are these events booked?

Not yet. The cards show proposed pilot formats. Your interest helps us decide what to book first. We will confirm the date, venue, format, price and cancellation terms before anyone pays.

What counts as activity verification?

A minimal, redacted activity summary, studio attendance or club participation can help. Choose a method on the form; do not send evidence yet. A host will discuss an appropriate option if there is a suitable event.

Do you connect to my Strava account?

No. We do not connect to fitness accounts or ask for passwords. You do not need Strava to join. Any later evidence review is arranged separately with a host and is never displayed to other members.

What if I am new to the sport?

That is welcome. Tell us your experience and comfort level in the activity question. We use that to plan suitable groups and explain any experience requirements before you book.

Who can I meet?

Adults of all genders and orientations can apply. We consider mutual dating preferences, age ranges, relationship intent and activity comfort. Suitable events depend on the local applicant pool. An application does not guarantee a place or a match.

Why not just join a run club?

Run clubs are great. Here, everyone applies as a single person interested in dating, a host helps with introductions, and there is a private way to express mutual interest afterwards.

What if there is no suitable event for me?

We distinguish waiting for a compatible group from not meeting participation or conduct requirements. You can ask about next steps or request removal of your application. We will not place you in a group just to fill a spot.

Meet through movement.

Help build the founding Calgary community. Tell us what you enjoy and who you would like to meet.

Start your application