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Sports/"Learn To" Programs

Have you ever wanted to learn how to skate backwards or boulder up a rock climbing wall? This is your chance to learn a new skill and have fun here on campus!  Program availability is subject to change. 

Fall Registration now open!  Program details viewable below.

Winter Registration will open Nov 25, 2024 @ 6:30am!  Program details viewable below subject to change prior to Nov. 1st.  

Below Activities require registration & fees apply.  

Climbing for Beginners & Learn to Belay

Located in the UGAA Rock Wall Centre, this 2-week introductory program will cover bouldering & top rope climbing techniques in a safe & positive environment. Focus will be placed on indoor gym climbing safety, bouldering for fitness, technique & preparing for the belay test. Learn how to properly tie a knot for climbing top rope and how to belay using a Gri Gri. You’ll have the chance to strengthen your skills by visiting the Climbing Wall in between sessions prior to purchasing a full Climbing Wall membership. No equipment is necessary, just clean indoor running shoes. *Registration ends 2 days prior to start date.

Activity Details

Currently not offered

Learn Fencing

This is an introduction to the skills of fencing. It includes a review of the norms and values associated with fencing to develop techniques in basic body movements - advance, retreat and lunge - and in basic blade movements - parries and ripostes; and understanding of basic tactics and strategy. Working in matched pairs, classes will warm-up and practice techniques. Please bring running shoes, long athletic pants & a water bottle. Eyeglasses can be worn when wearing a fencing mask, however, contact lenses are recommended. All other equipment is provided. 10 classes.

Activity Details

34824 - January 15, 2025 to March 26, 2025

Learn Skating

This program is intended for non-skaters or for those with limited skill. Skaters will practice skating forward and backwards, developing confidence and control including stops and turns. Participants must provide their own skates (figure or hockey) and recommend sharpening the blades prior to the first class. Safety pads and a hockey helmet would be an asset to beginners. Participants are expected to practice between sessions.

Activity Details

34183 - September 30, 2024 to November 25, 2024

34503 - January 13, 2025 to March 24, 2025

Rock Climbing

View of the Climbing Wall

Rock Climbing

View of the Climbing Wall

Rock Climbing

View of the Climbing Wall

Climbing Wall

View of the Climbing Wall

Learn to Skate

Adult Learn to Skate Program

Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing
Climbing Wall
Learn to Skate
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