Description
Prerequisite(s): 4 - 12 years old
The Children's Adapted Physical Activity Program (CAPA) is a weekly 1:1 program where children with disabilities are paired with a student volunteer over the course of a semester. Each session includes one hour in the gym, where children can explore a variety of sports equipment, games and toys. Activities are Child-led, with volunteers providing support, adaptations, and encouragement to help each child participate in ways that feel fun and comfortable. Participants also spend one hour in the MRU pool, where they can enjoy water-based physical activities with 1:1 support.
Thanks to generous donations from the John Bowlen Fund and Calgary Foundation, the CAPA program is offered free of charge to all participants for this year!
Please complete the participant question intake form after registering to help us support your child with their needs.
Program Location
Meet at MRU Stanley Gymnasium
Program Schedule
This program consists of 2.5 hour sessions scheduled on Saturdays between 1:30-3:30pm including a variety of activities in our gymnasium, studio, swimming pool, and climbing gym facilities. This semester the CAPA program occurs on the following dates:
- September 26 2026
- October 3 2026
- October. 24 2026
- October, 31 2026
- November, 7 2026
- November 14, 2026
- November, 21 2026
- November, 28 2026
- December, 5 2026
To ensure your best experience we recommend you attend this program with:
- Active clothing and footwear (closed-toe shoes) in alignment with our facility access guidelines.
- Swim clothing and equipment to change into during pool sessions.
- Climbing harnesses and chalk will be provided on climbing days, and climbing shoes are available for use if desired.
General questions about the CAPA program?
Please contact us at capa@mtroyal.ca.
Questions or Interest about our Adapted Programs?
Reach out to adaptiverec@mtroyal.ca
Questions about your account or the registration process?
Please contact our Customer Service Staff at recreation@mtroyal.ca.
Age Category
Child (< 12)
Location
Stanley Gym & Pool
Instructor
Kirsten Kirwer