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Advocacy for Inclusive Recreation

Accessible movement-activities promoting wellness and community on campus!

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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.

Contact

Questions about inclusion and accessibility at Vikes Active Living?

Email: mvlahiotis@uvic.ca

Location

Inclusion and accessibility programs take place all over the CARSA and McKinnon facilities. Check individual program details for exact location. View map.

Upcoming schedule

Coming up in January and February:

Programs

ACCESSIBLE

Vikes dance programs - AIR Climbing

AIR Climbing

Free

Introductory climbing times for folks looking to boulder and use the high rope climbing tower.

🗓️ Mondays - Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 24; Mar 3, 10, 17, 24

⏰ 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: January 20 – March 24
Program intervals: Runs time(s) for each
Time: Monday at 7:00PM–9:00PM

Register

NEW ACCESSIBLE

Vikes dance programs - AIR x SSD - Body Inclusive Yoga

AIR x SSD - Body Inclusive Yoga

Free

Introducing the AIR x SSD pilot program - Body Inclusive Yoga! Join us for 6 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.

🗓️ Sundays - Jan 19, 26; Feb 2, 9, 23; Mar 2

⏰ 5:30-6:30pm

📍 Gwynne Studio

👕👟 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: Gwynne Studio
Dates: January 19 – March 2
Program intervals: Runs time(s) for each
Time: Sunday at 5:30PM–6:30PM

Register

All prices valid as of September 1, 2024. All prices include GST.

Please review the Vikes Athletics and Recreation policies before participating in any programs.