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Fall programs

  • AG
  • Active Gamers

    With two hours of gaming and one hour of physical activity each week, you'll get the best of both worlds—immersive gaming experiences and active fun. It’s a great way to balance screen time with exercise. With the latest systems from Xbox, PlayStation, Meta, and Nintendo at your disposal, you'll have plenty of options to stay engaged and entertained.

    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs Leaders
    Dates: September 26 - December 12 (no class October 17 & 31)
    Number of classes: 10
    Hours/Day: 1 rec, 2 video gaming
    Days: Fridays 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
    Price: $390

    Register Here!

Active Gamers Location Details

All of the locations below are within close proximity to each other, so navigating between them is quite straightforward. An email will be sent out to families with detailed location information closer to the first program date.

Pick up location each program day:

Extended Education Room 193

Drop off location:

October 4 – Frank Kennedy Gold Gym

October 18 – Frank Kennedy Gold Gym

October 25 – Max Bell Centre Fieldhouse

November 1 – Frank Kennedy Gold Gym

November 8 – Frank Kennedy Gold Gym

November 15 – Max Bell Centre Fieldhouse

November 22 – Active Living Centre Multi-Purpose Studio Room 274

November 29 – Max Bell Centre Fieldhouse

December 6 - Max Bell Centre Fieldhouse 

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  • Bisons Learn to Skate II

    This program is ideal for beginner hockey players, ringette players and recreational ice skaters. Lessons will focus on the fundamentals of skating: forward skating, stopping, starting, turning and backwards skating. Learn to Skate combines movement-oriented activities and games to encourage fun through learning.

    Children must be able to stand independently on the ice without assistance. CSA-approved helmets are required. Facemasks, thick gloves and pants are strongly recommended.

    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Sundays 11:30 - 12:15 p.m.                                               
    ‎Dates: September 28 - December 14 (no class October 12 and November 16)
    Number of classes: 10
    Price: $250

    OR

    Days: Mondays 6:30-7:15 p.m.                                              
    ‎Dates: October 6 - December 15 (no class October 13)  
    Number of classes: 10
    Price: $250

    Register Here!

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  • Judo 

    The participant will acquire basic and/or advanced judo techniques (throws and mat work) according to your placement in the class.  Physical fitness, respectful behavior, safety and enjoyment of the sport of judo are top priorities.  Program advisor is Moe Oye, 9th degree black belt.  

    All experience welcome: Beginner (white belt - no experience) or higher belt (yellow belt & up). 

    Ages: 9-14
    Program Advisor: Moe Oye, 9th Degree Black Belt & Qualified Leaders
    Dates: September 19 - December 5 (no class Oct 17 & 31)
    Number of classes: 10
    Days: Fridays 7:15 - 8:30 p.m.
    Price: $250

    Register Here!

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    • Mini Bisons Basketball II

      Designed by our Bisons head coaches, the Mini Basketball program allows children to play the game in a focused environment suited to the development of their physical, mental and basketball skills by instituting long-term athlete development (LTAD) modifications to the adult game. With high repetitions and touches, it is player-oriented with the emphasis is on skill development in combination with the teaching and loading of actions. 

      Ages: 8-11
      Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
      Dates: September 21 - November 30 (no class Oct 12, 26 & Nov 16)
      Number of classes:
      Days: Sundays 5:00 - 5:50 p.m.
      Price: $160

      Register Here!

       

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  • NEW! Mini Bisons Track & Field - Mid & Long Distance Running

    Give your young athlete the foundation to grow as a confident and capable middle-distance runner. This program is specially designed for kids aged 8–11 and focuses on developing proper running technique, building endurance, and learning how to pace effectively — all in a fun, supportive environment.

    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Wednesdays 7:35-8:35 p.m.
    Number of classes: 10                                               
    ‎Dates: September 24 - December 3 (No class Oct 22)
    Price: $200   
     

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  • Sport Sampler II

    Register for this program if you love being active, having fun and trying new things. Sport sampler will move you through various athletic activities over the 10 weeks. Each week you will try popular activities like soccer, basketball, volleyball and more! 

    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Mondays 7:00-7:50 p.m.
    Number of classes: 10                                               
    ‎Dates: September 22 - December 1 (no class October 13)
    Price: $200   
     

    Register Here!

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  • Wall Climbing II

    Tackle a 1,500 square-foot climbing wall located in the Active Living Centre. It's 50 feet long and 40 feet high! Learn safety procedures, knot-tying techniques, bouldering and climbing communication in a fun and safe indoor environment.

    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m.
    Number of classes: 10                                               
    ‎Dates: September 24 - November 26 
    Price: $350    

    OR

    Days: Saturdays 10:00-11:30 a.m.
    ‎Dates: September 20 - December 13 (No classes September 27, October 11 and October 25)
    Number of classes: 10
    Price: $350

    Register Here!

8-11 Experience

Recreation activities

  • 2Beez Leadership
  • Basketball
  • Bounce Blast 
  • Broomball
  • Clash of the Camps
  • Co-operative games 
  • Cricket
  • Disc Golf
  • DiscBonk
  • Dodgeball
  • Drive N Dunk
  • Field hockey
  • Flag football
  • Floor hockey
  • Floor ringette
  • Gator ball
  • Handball
  • Hungry Hippos
  • Inflatable Soccer Dartboard
  • Junior Bouncer
  • Junior leadership
  • Kan Jam
  • Lacrosse
  • Omnikin
  • Paddle Zlam
  • Pinguard
  • Poull Ball
  • Racquetball
  • Scatterball
  • Scoops
  • Scooter hockey
  • Sight Score 4
  • Soccer baseball
  • Spikeball and Spikeball Rookie
  • Sport Showdown
  • Swimming (Not available 2023)
  • Swamp Thang
  • Tchoukball
  • Topple Tubes
  • Touch Rugby
  • Track Pack
  • Trashketball
  • Triple Ball Blitz 
  • Ultimate Frisbee

 

Leadership skill building

  • Forming meaningful relationships 
  • Helping to build successful teams 
  • Collecting leadership cards 
  • Being creative 
  • Helping to lead Minis through activities 
  • Assisting leaders in providing leadership during games and activities