Special Olympics/Adapted Sports Programs

Special Olympics/Adapted Sports Programs

The YMCA of Lethbridge and Special Olympics Lethbridge are proud to partner for some exciting programs! These are designed for those of any age living with intellectual/developmental and/or physical disabilities on the fundamentals of movement important for sport and life. Participants will finish the program with better endurance, coordination, and make new friends along the way.

Le YMCA de Lethbridge et Special Olympics Lethbridge sont fiers de s’associer pour un programme passionnant! Ceux-ci sont conçus pour les personnes de tout âge vivant avec une déficience intellectuelle sur les principes fondamentaux du mouvement importants pour le sport et la vie. Les participants termineront le programme avec une meilleure endurance, une meilleure coordination et se feront de nouveaux amis en cours de route.


Registration: Currently open – see below!

Program Dates: January 8- March 8, 2024 | April 8 – June 14, 2024


To secure your place in this program, payment is due at the time of registration.  If you are unable to make a full payment at the time of registration, please contact our Membership Services department by calling 403-942-5757 or by email us at [email protected].


For more information, questions or to request any additional programs/sports please reach out to our Health, Sport and Fitness Manager, Sheila Gruenhage at [email protected]


In order to receive member pricing, the membership must remain in effect for the duration of the program.  Should the participant cancel their membership prior to the end of the program, the YMCA of Lethbridge requires the participant to pay the difference between the member and the non-member pricing to continue in the program.


     

Active Start (2-4Y)

Cor Van Raay YMCA
4/8/24 - 6/14/24
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Special Olympics Canada offers child and youth programs designed to help children with an intellectual disability develop basic motor skills and sport skills through fun and positive movement experiences.

Olympiques spéciaux Canada offre des programmes pour enfants et jeunes conçus pour aider les enfants ayant une déficience intellectuelle à développer des habiletés motrices et sportives de base grâce à des expériences de mouvement amusantes et positives.

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Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
7/26/23 6/14/24 Online / Front Desk $ 20.00$ 24.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/08/24 - 06/14/24
Winter B - Sa - 10:00 am - 45 mins
9 / 10 Available Register  

Active Start (4-6Y)

Cor Van Raay YMCA
4/8/24 - 6/14/24
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Special Olympics Canada offers child and youth programs designed to help children with an intellectual disability develop basic motor skills and sport skills through fun and positive movement experiences.

Olympiques spéciaux Canada offre des programmes pour enfants et jeunes conçus pour aider les enfants ayant une déficience intellectuelle à développer des habiletés motrices et sportives de base grâce à des expériences de mouvement amusantes et positives.

Click here for more information!


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/1/23 6/14/24 Online / Front Desk $ 20.00$ 24.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/08/24 - 06/14/24
11:00am-11:45am - Sa - 11:00 am - 45 mins
6 / 10 Available Register  

Pickleball (15Y+)

Cor Van Raay YMCA
4/11/24 - 6/13/24
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Get in on the one of the fastest growing games in North America! Similar to tennis or table tennis, this is a game played with a partner on a court. Athletes will be taught all the basics – no previous knowledge of the sport or experience required! Equipment is provided while at the program.

Participez à l’un des jeux à la croissance la plus rapide en Amérique du Nord ! Semblable au tennis ou au tennis de table, il s’agit d’un jeu joué avec un partenaire sur un court. Les athlètes apprendront toutes les bases – aucune connaissance préalable du sport ou expérience n’est requise ! L’équipement est fourni pendant le programme.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/1/23 6/14/24 Online / Front Desk $ 20.00$ 24.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/11/24 - 06/13/24
7:00pm-8:00pm - Th - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
6 / 10 Available Register