Mission Statement

Children's Programs:

1. Develops educated leaders in children/youth physical activity
2. Provides excellent and inclusive recreation/sport and educational experiences to young people
3. Promotes the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management and the University of Manitoba as destinations for post secondary education
4. Contributes to the creation and dissemination of physical activity knowledge.

Vison

To be recognized locally and nationally as a leader in providing evidence-based programs while actively collaborating in the creation and dissemination of physical activity knowledge. Children's Programs develops excellent, innovative leaders and provides stimulating, quality programs for children /youth that reflect the values of inclusiveness, fair play and healthy development.

    

WELCOME TO MINI U PROGRAMS 2012

The University of Manitoba is a place where students come to define themselves, and Mini U prepares children and youth for this path.  For 34 years, we`ve captured their imaginations and encouraged them to explore our amazing world.  Here they can discover the sciences, connect with their creativity, develop physical activity skills and learn new activities. 

Mini U encourages 4 to 16 year olds to define themselves as trailblazers, innovators or visionaries.  Register today for a physical activity program that will unlock your child`s potential and open up a world of possibilities. 

WHO WE ARE

Mini U is part of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management.  We are qualified and trained physical activity educators focused on recreation, research and community development.  University of Manitoba staff put on these programs with the help of 250 enthusiastic university students and a number of community partners.

WHAT WE DO

We develop educated leaders in children/youth physical activity while providing excellent and inclusive recreation/sport and educational experiences to young people.  In addition to these experiences you may be interested in our offered transportation to and from the University of Manitoba, healthy lunch menu and Play 4 Your Health t-shirts which raise money for children’s research.

WHY WE DO IT

We believe that Mini U creates physical activity leaders and future university students.  Our health and education is an important part of who we are and who we can become.  We want to create a safe place where young people can play, learn and discover.