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Adaptive weight room fitness - kids & teens

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Saturday, July 11, 2026 • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMSouthland Leisure Centre
Adaptive weight room fitness - kids & teens

About this event

Kids and teens will receive supportive supervision while learning and practicing exercises in the weight room that are tailored to their own abilities, comfort levels and goals. Exercises will be done in a small group. Aides are welcome to attend and assist throughout the program. This adaptive program focuses on building confidence in a fitness environment while supporting them in improving or maintaining: strength cardiovascular fitness flexibility balance Prerequisite: New participants must complete a PARmed-X, Adapted Fitness Assessment registration form and require a fitness assessment ($66) before the first class. Returning participants must complete a PARmed-X every 12 months Please bring: Clean, indoor shoes, water bottle Forms/waivers: Adapted Fitness Program Information & Letter , Adapted Fitness Assessment Registration , Aide/Support worker Expectation Information , Letter to physician and PARmed-X

Time

10:00 AM

Saturday • 1h 30m

Venue

Southland Leisure Centre

Calgary, AB

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