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Apollo Friends In Sports is a volunteer-operated, non-profit organization serving primarily members of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgendered communities, but open to members of all communities. The primary focus of Apollo is to provide our membership with well organized and fun sporting events and other activities to allow them to participate and interact in a positive social framework.

 

Apollo's Mission Statement: Apollo provides a positive and fun environment through sport and social activities within our community.

1. Family and Community - Apollo encompasses the fellowship of all members, the acceptance of our diversity and a sense of unity within our community.

2. Membership - Apollo inspires each and every member to empower themselves through open communication and commitment in participation.

3. Communication - Apollo is committed to provide timely and comprehensive communication keeping all members fully informed.

4. Member Participation - Apollo provides fun in organized sporting and social events by encouraging participation of men and women of all abilities and skill levels.

5. Respect in Participation and Competition - Apollo respects all its members and encourages the development of sportsmanship through healthy competition.

6. Highest Principles - Apollo expects honesty of its members and integrity in its activities.

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WESTERN CUP  (to learn more click here)

 

Apollo's multi-sport festival, Western Cup, will see over 1,300 attendees and athletes from across North America compete in a range of sport tournaments including volleyball, bowling, curling, dodgeball, hockey, and competitive fitness.

In addition to the athletic events, our participants attend nightly social events at the luxurious Hyatt Regency in the heart of downtown Calgary: Thursday’s Registration, Friday’s Athlete Social, and on Saturday we transform The Hyatt’s Imperial Ballroom into Calgary’s largest LGBTQ+ dance party. Then the next morning, we cap it all off with the ever-hilarious Drag Brunch.

​As always, at the Western Cup Dance we have an amazing lineup of DJs and have state-of-the-art lighting and sound to make for an unforgettable night. For our sponsors, it will be your chance to get your brand in front of our guests while supporting a great cause.

​Every year a portion of our proceeds are donated to local charities supporting youth, sports, and the LGBTQ+ community.