ASRAB Calgary Upcoming Programs
Adult Yoga
Fundamental Movement Skills for Strength Training
Goalball: Children, Youth and Recreation
Walking club
Programs from Other Associations: Calgary Blind Hockey Seeing Ice Dogs
Yoga
Yoga is a spiritual discipline that uses breath control, relaxation techniques, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures to increase overall body health. Learn the techniques to a better mind, body and soul through yoga!
Ages: Adults (18+)
Where: Bridgeland Riverside Community Association, 917 Centre Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E0C6
Time: Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Upcoming Dates:
October: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22, 29
November: 5, 12, 19, 26
Cost: $30 for all sessions, and no fee for CCB members.
Registration: Please register by following this link. If you have any questions please contact info@asrab.ab.ca
Introduction & Fundamental Movement Skills for Strength Training
We will be working on building strength and balance with resistance and body weight training. We will also be incorporating some basic movements in martial arts.
Participants will be learning and practicing exercises that develop strength and confidence to start training at home or in a gym setting!
Ages: 14+
Where: CNIB – Libin Room, 10 11A St NE Libin Room
Time: Tuesdays 6-8pm
Upcoming Dates:
October: 8th, 15th, 22, 29
Cost: Free for Members
Registration: Please register by following this link. If you have any questions please contact info@asrab.ab.ca
Goalball
Children, Youth and Recreation
ASRAB is excited to invite you to learn and play goalball!
Come and try the Paralympic sport of goalball! Goalball is played on a volleyball sized court with tactile tape, an audible ball, and eye shades.
Discover how to play and develop some new skills!
All abilities are welcome. All equipment is provided. All you need to do is show up and have fun!
Cost: Free for members.
Location: Cedarbrae Community Centre, 11024 Oakfield Dr SW, Calgary, AB T2W 5G6
Schedule: Fridays 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Adults are welcome for the entire session, children are invited for the First hour of each session.
Upcoming Dates:
September: 20
October: 4
November: 1
December: 6
Registration: Please register by following this link. If you have any questions please contact info@asrab.ab.ca
Walking Club
Come catch a breath of fresh air and join in on our walking club! Walking club will be held at different parks and walking paths around the Calgary area. Walking Club will take place outdoors depending on weather conditions.
Dates: Every Sunday (weather permitting and excluding long weekends)
Time: From 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where: Locations to be announced via e-mail after registration.
Registration: Please register by emailing info@asrab.ab.ca with participants age, name and phone number.
Volunteers Needed: contact above e-mail if interested
Other Programs Around the City!
Calgary Blind Hockey Seeing Ice Dogs
Hockey season in underway and the Seeing Ice Dogs are back again. This is a co-ed team and all skating/hockey skill levels are welcome!
Helmet with a full face shield/cage and shin guards, gloves are required and full gear is strongly recommended
Ages: 15+ (Anyone younger would depend on size and ability)
Where: Rose Kohn 502 Heritage Dr SW (across from Heritage c-train station)
Time: Sundays 8:30 to 9:30pm
Upcoming Dates:
October: 6, 13, 20, 27
November: 3, 10, 17, 24
December 1, 8, 15, 22
Cost: Annual Fee is $100 per member
Register: If you would like to sign up or have any questions, contact James Ruttle by cell at 403-462-4782 or email justsomeguy01@gmail.com
Membership Reminder
Please join ASRAB, to have access to sport and recreation programming for persons with visual impairment. Memberships are on a calendar year (January 1-December 31).
Membership fees:
$20.00 for Individuals [to a maximum of $40.00 per family]
We now have online forms that allow you to complete your membership online and use a credit card to make payment.
Donations
ASRAB relies on support from community members like you to make adapted sport accessible and affordable to all Albertans with a visual impairment. Please donate today.
