{"id":2933,"date":"2020-02-04T20:39:14","date_gmt":"2020-02-04T20:39:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/asrab.ab.ca\/?p=2933"},"modified":"2020-02-04T20:44:15","modified_gmt":"2020-02-04T20:44:15","slug":"edmonton-february-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asrab.ab.ca\/?p=2933","title":{"rendered":"EDMONTON: February Events"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"SkatingEdmonton’s February Programs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Upcoming Events:
\nSkating
\nCross Country Skiing
\nBlind Hockey
\nGoalball<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Skating and Hockey Basics<\/h4>\n

Are you interested in trying out skating and hockey but don’t know where to start?<\/p>\n

ASRAB is holding lessons to give everyone the chance to learn the skating and hockey basics. Welcoming all ages, learn how to move, glide and stop along the ice!<\/p>\n

Where<\/strong>: Downtown Community Arena
\nAges<\/strong>: 6 years and up
\nDates<\/strong>:
\nSaturday February 8th: 2:30-3:30pm
\nSunday February 16th: 2:30-3:30pm<\/p>\n

Registration Fee<\/strong>: $15 per person<\/p>\n

Details<\/strong>: Please bring skates and a helmet. As well, please dress warmly for the arena. If you do not own skates, skates can be rentals are available at different retail locations such as Totem Outdoor Outfitters.<\/p>\n

For registration contact Haley at program.edmonton@asrab.ab.ca<\/a> with participants’ age, name and phone number.<\/p>\n

Cross Country Skiing Try-it!<\/h4>\n

Join ASRAB as we partner with the Edmonton Nordic Ski Club for the Cross Country Skiing Try-it Program.
\nLearn how to glide across the snow as you explore the beautiful surrounding park.<\/p>\n

Where<\/strong>: Strathcona Science Provincial Park
\n10980 17 St NW
\nAges<\/strong>: 8 years and older
\nDate<\/strong>: Saturday, February 15th
\nTime<\/strong>: 12:30 – 2:00pm<\/p>\n

Cost<\/strong>: $10 per person<\/p>\n

Details<\/strong>: Equipment will NOT be provided at the program. Equipment is available for rental at locations such Mountain Equipment Co-Op or Totem Outfitters.<\/p>\n

For registration contact Haley at program.edmonton@asrab.ab.ca<\/a> with participants’ age, name and phone number.<\/p>\n

Blind Hockey<\/h4>\n

Are you interested in trying out hockey? Consider joining the Edmonton SeeHawks!<\/p>\n

The game is modified by an adapted puck that makes noise, and is both bigger and slower than a traditional puck. Players’ levels of vision range from legally blind – approximately 10% vision or less – to totally blind, with the lowest vision athletes playing defence or goal. The team is always welcoming new recruits!<\/p>\n

Where<\/strong>: Downtown Community Arena
\nAges<\/strong>: 15+
\n2019\/20 Season Practices:<\/strong>
\nFebruary 2nd: 5-6pm
\nFebruary 9th: 5-6pm
\nFebruary 23rd: 5-6pm
\nMarch 8th: 5:30-6:30pm
\nMarch 22nd: 2-3pm<\/p>\n

Registration Fee<\/strong>: Contact Haley for inquiries into the registration fee.<\/p>\n

For registration contact Haley at program.edmonton@asrab.ab.ca<\/a> with participants’ age, name and phone number.<\/p>\n

Goalball<\/h4>\n

Are you interested in trying out goalball?<\/p>\n

Goalball is a team sport where players all wear eyeshades to create an equal playing field. Three players play on each side of the court, use tactile tape to move around the court and while listening for the audible ball to block. The ball is throw by one team while the opposing defend their goal.<\/p>\n

Where<\/strong>: Spruce Avenue School, 11424 102 St
\nWhen<\/strong>: Tuesdays every week!
\nThere is no practice on February 18th.
\nTime<\/strong>: 7:30-10pm
\nAges<\/strong>: All ages
\nKids (15 and younger) play the first hour!<\/p>\n

Details<\/strong>: Tight athletic pants or shorts are preferred. If you have long hair please wear it up.<\/p>\n

For registration contact Haley at program.edmonton@asrab.ab.ca<\/a> with participants’ age, name and phone number.<\/p>\n

Other Organizations<\/h4>\n

National Physical Activity Measure (NPAM) Study
\nComplete an online survey and receive a gift card + the chance to receive a Fitbit! Researchers from the University of Toronto are seeking kids (ages 4 to 17 years) with disabilities and their parents to participate.<\/p>\n

To learn more, contact the Research Coordinator, Ritu Sharma, atri.sharma@mail.utoronto.ca<\/a> . Complete the screening survey at: https:\/\/is.gd\/npamparentsurvey<\/a><\/p>\n

Membership<\/h4>\n

Please note to participate in any of the above ASRAB programs, an updated ASRAB Membership Form must be completed along with the $15.00 membership fee.<\/p>\n

ASRAB 2020 Membership<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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