About Us
Alix Williams
Chief Operating Officer
Alix’s professional experience comes from the Calgary Winter Club, where she was most recently the Director of Strategy and Experience. Her portfolio included corporate governance, capital investment, and strategic enhancements to member experience. Prior to that, Alix was a marketing and strategy consultant, working with groups across North America, including many start ups.
Alix holds an Executive Master of Business Administration from the Haskayne School of Business (University of Calgary). Together with her husband and three young children, the Williams family are Active Members at the Calgary Winter Club, Bearspaw Golf Club and now, the Eau Claire Athletic Club. Recreationally, Alix is a passionate squash player and enjoys golfing with her husband Lowell.
Joshua Staav
Membership & Marketing Manager
Josh joins the Eau Claire Athletic Club after five seasons as the General Manager of the Calgary Tennis Club. While there, Josh accrued and worked with an active membership base while pursuing both his passion for sports and community. Prior to this, Josh acted as the Manager of Venue and Sports Partnerships at the University of British Columbia. He has also worked as the Marketing and Events Manager at the Calgary Jewish Community Centre and interned at Hockey Canada.
Josh has a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Sport Administration from Ohio University. When not chasing after his two young kids, he maintains an active lifestyle by playing hockey and tennis and getting out to the mountains to hike, ski, and bike. He is thrilled to be part of the team at the ECAC.
Jessie Prpich
Operations & Administration Coordinator
Jessie is a competitive show jumper with a distinguished career, achieving top finishes at national and international levels. With over a decade of experience, Jessie has earned a reputation for excellence, precision, and dedication.
Currently serving as the Operations and Administration Coordinator at the Eau Claire Athletic Club, Jessie leverages her high-performance sports background to enhance the Club’s operations. Her passion for fitness and wellness, combined with her equestrian expertise, ensures a dynamic and welcoming environment for all Club members.
Telsec Property Corporation
Ownership Group
Telsec Property Corporation is a leading real estate developer in Calgary, supporting businesses and residents of Calgary since 1976 with commercial flex industrial, retail, office and residential property and space.
Today, Telsec provides space for over 200 businesses, including small and large bay flex, industrial, retail, and office spaces. They own and manage over two million square feet of real estate, which they have developed and continue to maintain.
Our Facilities
Introducing ECAC, an exciting and exclusive private Club set to debut in Calgary in 2025. Nestled within the historic Eau Claire YMCA building in downtown Calgary, our Club is undergoing a complete transformation, blending modern and classic architecture to create a lavish and contemporary space with over 100,000 square feet of first-class amenities.
Preserving some of the most beloved amenities of the original building, such as the aquatic centre complete with a 6-lane lap pool and convertible pool, squash courts, and a fourth-floor running track, ECAC is dedicated to honoring the legacy of this iconic location. In addition to these classic amenities, Members will have access to a host of new offerings, including a 2,000 square foot Nordic Spa, two outstanding food and beverage outlets, state-of-the-art wellness and fitness technology, functional and virtual fitness studios, and so much more!
At the heart of ECAC’s vision is a commitment to fostering social connections and promoting fitness and wellness at the highest standards. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate experience where luxury, community, and well-being come together.
