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Accessible movement-activities promoting wellness and community on campus!
The AIR Program (Advocacy for Inclusive Recreation) is a collaborative program hosted by Vikes Athletics and Recreation, Native Students Union, Gender Empowerment Centre, Society for Students with a Disability, Students of Colour Collective, and Pride Collective. This program is for students who identify as members of the aforementioned Advocacy groups on Campus. The goal of AIR is to provide access in an inclusive, safe, and equitable manner to students of the five UVic Advocacy groups on campus. We want to provide accessible movement-activities that will promote wellness and community on campus.
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View the Advocacy for Inclusive Recreation schedule and programs.
Questions about inclusion and accessibility at Vikes Active Living?
Email: mvlahiotis@uvic.ca
Inclusion and accessibility programs take place all over the CARSA and McKinnon facilities. Check individual program details for exact location. View map.
Coming up in November and December:
ACCESSIBLE
Introductory climbing times for folks looking to boulder and use the high rope climbing tower.
🗓️ Mondays - Oct 7, 21, 28; Nov 4, 18, 25; Dec 2
⏰ 7:00pm-9:00pm (drop-in)
📍 CARSA Climbing Centre, CARSA Building, 1st Floor
👕👟 please wear clothes you are comfortable to move in! Climbing shoes are available at no cost (no outside shoes please). Harnesses can fit up to a 48” waist. The auto belay can support up to 310 lbs.
Please note that adaptive equipment will not be available during this program.
WHO? This program is for students who identify as members of equity deserving groups (Native Students Union, Gender Empowerment Centre, Society for Students with a Disability, Students of Colour Collective, and UVIC Pride Collective).
HOW? Register online here! Go to the CARSA front desk and tell the staff member who are attending the AIR climbing night. They will buzz you in for free (NO CARSA PASS REQUIRED - just register online). Once in the climbing gym you can rent shoes if needed (free of charge).
Requirements: UVic students only
Class level: All welcome. Beginner friendly 😊.
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Location: CARSA Climbing Centre, CARSA Building, 1st Floor
Dates: October 7 – December 2
Program intervals: Runs time(s) for each
Time: Monday at 7:00PM–9:00PM
ACCESSIBLE
Join us on Saturdays to be guided through an accessible dance session. No experience required. Sessions will run from 5:45pm-6:45pm with a cooldown period until 7:00pm as needed. Please come prepared with your ONECard. Gender-neutral change rooms/washrooms are available.
🗓️ Saturdays - Oct 5, 19, 26; Nov 2, 23, 30; Dec 7
⏰ 5:45pm-6:45pm (cool down time until 7:00pm)
📍 Gwynne Studio, CARSA Building, 2nd Floor
👕👟 please wear clothes you are comfortable to move in and non-marking indoor shoes (no outside shoes please).
WHO? This program is for students who identify as members of equity deserving groups (Native Students Union, Gender Empowerment Centre, Society for Students with a Disability, Students of Colour Collective, and UVIC Pride Collective).
HOW? Register online here! Go to the CARSA front desk and tell the staff member who are attending the AIR climbing night. They will buzz you in for free (NO CARSA PASS REQUIRED - just register online).
Requirements: UVic students only
Class level: All welcome. Beginner friendly 😊.
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Instructor: Flora Wells
Location: Gwynne Studio, CARSA Building, 2nd Floor
Dates: October 5 – December 7
Program intervals: Runs time(s) for each
Time: Saturday at 5:45PM–6:45PM
NEW ACCESSIBLE
Introducing the AIR x SSD pilot program - Body Inclusive Yoga! Join us for 2 sessions of slow-flow restorative yoga that is intentially for ALL body sizes, shapes, abilities, and mobilities. Sessions will be available in-person and over Zoom.
🗓️ Monday, November 18 and Sunday, November 24
⏰ 7:30-8:30pm (Nov 18) and 5:30-6:30pm (Nov 24)
📍 Vertigo - SUB (Nov 18) and Gwynne Studio (Nov 24)
👕👟 please wear clothes you are comfortable to move in! All mats, blocks, chairs, and equipment will be provided.
WHO? This program is for students who identify as members of equity deserving groups (Native Students Union, Gender Empowerment Centre, Society for Students with a Disability, Students of Colour Collective, and UVIC Pride Collective).
HOW? Register online here!
Requirements: UVic students only
Class level: -- Select level --. Beginner friendly 😊.
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Instructor: Per S.
Location: Vertigo - SUB (Nov 18) and Gwynne Studio (Nov 24)
Dates: November 18 – November 24
Program intervals: Runs time(s) for each
Time:
All prices valid as of September 1, 2024. All prices include GST.
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