MAY - Paralympic Sports Association

May 2014
Interested in
VOLUNTEERING for
PSA programs??
MAY
If so please contact:
danielle@parasports.
net
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 23-25th: Brenda Barton
Women’s Retreat
June 7th: Wheelchair Floor Hockey
Tournament @ ACT Centre
June 15th: BBQ and Bottle Drive
Fundraiser @ Whitemud Park
July 7th – August 29th: PSA One for
All Summer Day Camps
“Never let the fear of striking out, keep you from playing the game.”
~Babe Ruth
We can now
take online
donations to
PSA through
PAYPAL
Summer has MAYBE? POSSIBLY? PERHAPS? started to arrive. Hopefully the weather will
begin cooperating more for us all… no more snow… please!!!
Spring/ summer programs are all underway and there is still room if you are interested in
checking them out! Summer camps start up at the beginning of July and go through to the
end of August. Please contact [email protected] or 780-439-8687 for more
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information.
May 2014
49th Annual PSA Awards Banquet
This year’s Awards Banquet was a huge success. I’m told that everyone who attended had an excellent time.
A recap of the Award Winners:
PSA Program’s…
Most Valuable Player/ Participant (MVP’s):
Wheelchair Square Dancing – Patrick McGuinness
Wheelchair Floor Hockey – John Gibson
Junior Sledge Hockey – Shayne Loken
Intermediate Sledge Hockey – Atif Farhat
Women’s Sledge Hockey – Sharon Veeneman
Junior Swimming – Osman Lo
Intermediate Swimming – Catherine Hudson
Junior Taekwondo – Andrew Gortva
Intermediate Taekwondo – Lucas Weir
Wheelchair Lacrosse – Kyle Thompson
Adapted Golf – Jonathan Novack
Most Enthusiastic Participant (MEP’s):
Teen/Adult Group – Emma Picco
Women’s Social – Emily Johnson
ATHLETIC Awards:
VOLUNTEER Awards:
Rod McPhearson Memorial Award – Most Improved
Brittany Sinclair (Swimming)
Richard Rozka Memorial – Volunteer of the Year
Eric Leung (Wheelchair Floor Hockey)
Dr. Maurice Van Vliet Award – Rookie of the Year
Branden Sison (Junior Sledge Hockey)
Joseph Reichart Merit Award – 3 year Volunteer
2013-2014 PSA Board of Directors
Dan Steadward Memorial Award – Athlete of the Year
Lindsay Logan (Taekwondo & Adapted Golf)
Shelia Thomas Memorial – Dedicated Member
Janice Coulter (Sledge Hockey & Adapted Golf)
Bill & Pat Reynolds Award – Most Sportsmanlike
Daryl Clack (Wheelchair Floor Hockey)
Robert Fertile Memorial Award – 5 year Volunteer
Bradley Peter (Swimming)
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May 2014
Spring/ Summer Programs 2014
Swimming
 Saturdays 2-3pm (junior), 3-4pm (intermediate)
@ Don Wheaton Family YMCA
 April 26th to June 21st (excluding May 17th)
Wheelchair Lacrosse
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Wednesdays 8-9pm @ACT Centre gym
April 2nd to June 25th (excluding April 16th & 23rd)
Adapted Golf
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Lessons on Tuesdays 6:30-8:00pm May & June
o May 6, (Friday 16th), 20, 27
& June 3, 17, 24 @ Victoria Driving Range
Two Friday tee times on June 6th & 13th @ Rundle
Gary Hartford will be returning as the Golf Pro
BBQ and Bottle Drive Fundraiser
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Sunday, June 15th @ Whitemud Park (picnic site #1)
Starts at 1pm and goes until 5pm
One for All
SUMMER DAY
CAMPS
Start up in July… Get your
registrations in!!!
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May 2014
PSA One for All Summer Day Camps
Camp #1: Mystery Madness Kid’s Camp (6-12 yrs old) July 7-11th from 9am – 4pm $200
Have you ever wanted to work on your detective skills? Get ready to meet some new friends while you work together to decipher clues as you take trips
around the city.
Camp #2: Shipwreck’d Teen Camp (11-24 yrs old) July 14–18th from 9am - 4pm $200
After getting shipwreck’d, you will start to discover your passions, strengths and talents as you find a way to survive. This camp is about feeling good,
working with others, discovering something new, developing friendships and sharing with one another!
Camp #3: Sledge Hockey Development Camp @ Mill Woods Recreation Centre [7207-28th Ave] (sledge
hockey players –junior & intermediate levels) July 21–25th from 9am - 4pm *Due to ice fees this camp costs $350
Bring your energy and focus to our high tempo sledge hockey camp. We will be concentrating on developing individual and team work skills on and off the
ice! With specialized staff to work with you can be sure your game will improve.
Camp #4: Inventor’s Workshop Kid’s Camp (6-12 yrs old) July 28-Aug 1st from 9am - 4pm $200
Let’s make stuff together… there will be plenty of “construction projects” to keep you very hands on and get your creative juices flowing.
Camp #5: Sports, sports & more SPORTS Camp (13-24 yrs old) August 5-8th from 9am - 4pm $200
If you love sports then this is the perfect camp for you! This camp offers a wide range of fun and exciting sports that you won’t want to miss out on! Take
part in team building exercises, playing familiar sports, and learning new ones!
Camp #6: Let the CHALLENGES Begin Teen Camp (13-24 yrs old) August 11-15th from 9am - 4pm $200
You will keep very busy at this fun filled and action packed week of individual and team challenges! Come join us as we work in teams and individually to
test ourselves, physically and mentally.
Camp #7: Outdoor ADVENTURE Camp (13-24 yrs old + must be independent) August 18-22nd
Come experience the adventure of a lifetime! You will certainly treasure these experiences for the rest of your life. Location TBD.
Camp #8: Around Edmonton in 5 Days Adult Camp (18yrs old +) August 25-29th from 10am - 4pm $200
As we go exploring Edmonton, we will be sure to have a great time meeting new friends and make long lasting memories. Carpe Diem – Seize the day!
To register for summer camps please contact: Danielle at
[email protected]
or give us a call at (780) 439-8687.
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May 2014
PSA Wheelchair Floor Hockey Tournament in Edmonton
June 7, 2014 (9am – 5pm)
Our Floor Hockey Tournament will be held at the ACT Centre gymnasium (2909-113 Avenue). The PSA
tournament welcomes any new teams interested in coming out for the tournament! Teams must have a
minimum of six (6) players and a maximum of ten (10) to compete; the players can either use a manual or
electric wheelchair.
*NEW RULES: Every player MUST wear a helmet with at least a half visor and have anti-tippers on
their chair.
*The tournament fee for teams outside of PSA is $50/team.
 Tournament date: June 7, 2014 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
 Location: ACT gym (2909-113th Ave)
Deadline for registration is May 29th, 2014. For additional information regarding the PSA Wheelchair Floor
Hockey League and how to participate please contact the PSA office at 780-439-8687
3rd Annual BBQ & Bottle Drive Fundraiser
Day: Sunday, June 15th
Time: 1-5pm
Location: Whitemud Park (Picnic Site #1)
Of course, we will need you all to bring your bottle/can collections... Money raised goes towards helping to
cover facility costs at Summer Camp.
PSA will supply hotdogs, buns & condiments.
We ask that those attending will bring items such as: salads, fruit, chips, drinks, & desserts for all to enjoy!
Please RSVP for this event by June 11th!
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May 2014
Paralympic Sports Association Donation Form
NAME: __________________________________
__________________________________
ADDRESS:
CITY AND PROVINCE: ________________________
____________________________________
EMAIL: __________________________________
_____________________________________
PHONE:
DATE:
[ ] Yes! I would like to become a monthly PSA donor with a monthly gift of:
[ ] $15 [ ] $25 [ ] $50
[ ] Other: ____________
[ ] I’ve enclosed a cheque for ______ at this time.
For more information, please contact Kim McDonald at (780) 439-8687.
Or, email [email protected]
Also, visit us online at: www.parasports.net
Paralympic Sports Association: Enriching lives through recreation.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Jasper Place Curling Club
Spaghetti fundraiser
On Sat June 7th, 2014 the Wheel Chair Curling Group is holding a Fundraiser at the Jasper
Place Curling Club (address 16521-107 Ave Edmonton).
The Fundraiser consists of a Spaghetti Supper + Dance with a live Band
There is also a Silent Auction with donated Items being Auctioned during the Evening
Tickets for Supper + Dance are $20
Dinner is from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM on June 7th, 2014
Dancing to Start At 8 PM
Jasper Place Curling Club 16521- 107 Ave Edmonton
Please Contact: George Wright (780) 641-5873 for further information.
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May 2014
Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of Northern AB
NoLimits Peer Support is holding a Silent Auction Pub Night
Hosted by: Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association
When: Friday, May 30th
Time: 7pm
Where: On the Rocks Edmonton (11740 Jasper Ave Edmonton)
It will be an evening of amazing people and amazing auction items. All proceeds will go toward sending
members to the SBHAC conference in October!
Come out and support NoLimits and bid on some fantastic prizes!
Tickets are $10 (includes cover and one beverage before 10 pm). Contact the NoLimits team or the office
for tickets.
Please contact Darlene Cathcart for more information at: ([email protected])
Skate for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus June 28 (Skateboarding
competition at Castledowns Skate Park)
Camp Freedom July 17-20 (For teens age 12-18 years with spina bifida)
Hope Classic August 9th (Run/Walk/Wheel 5K or 8K)
Please contact Darlene Cathcart for further information at:
([email protected])
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May 2014
Cerebral Palsy Association in AB
CPAA Art Expressions Program (In partnership with the Art Gallery of
Alberta)
An integrated community-based creative arts program for persons with disabilities. This
program enables participants to have fun through new creative and sensory
experiences.
3rd Session: April 30th - June 4th, 2014
Age Group: Adults
Times: Wednesdays, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: Art Gallery of Alberta (2 Sir Winston Churchill Square)
Room: LL1 (Orange Studio)
*DATS drop off south side on 102A Avenue
Fee: $40/6 week session
Registration details: Please contact: [email protected] or (780) 733-0245 to
register
CPAA Children’s Art Program
This six week children’s art program is open to children of all disabilities. The adapted
program is designed to enhance children’s physical, mental and emotional well-being
through the exploration of various art forms such as painting, clay and much more!
3rd Session: May 4th - June 22nd, 2014 (No class May 11th Mother’s Day & June
15th Father’s Day)
Age Group: 4-17 Years
Times: Sundays, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Art Gallery of Alberta (2 Sir Winston Churchill Square)
Room: LL1 (Orange Studio)
Fee: $80/6 week session
Registration details: Please contact: [email protected] or (780) 733-0245 to
register
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May 2014
All CPAA programs are open to everyone (all disabilities).
The Age group for Children-Youth Art & YogaBees Program has recently
changed to accommodate the age range from 4-17 Years.
The CPAA offers a fantastic Children-Youth Art Program 3rd Session starts May 4th
in addition to a YogaBees Program starting April 29th. Please refer below for details
regarding both programs. if you are interested in registering for these programs
please let me know ASAP.
Children-Youth Art
This six week children’s art program is open to children of all disabilities. The adapted program is
designed to enhance children’s physical, mental and emotional well-being through the exploration of
various art forms such as painting, clay and much more!
3rd Session: May 4th- June 22nd, 2014 (No class May 11th Mother’s Day & June 15th Father’s Day)
Age Group: 4-17 Years
Times: Sundays, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Art Gallery of Alberta (2 Sir Winston Churchill Square)
Room: LL1 (Orange Studio)
Fee: $80 per person /6 week session
YogaBees
This six week gentle movement yoga class is open to children of all disabilities. The adapted program
provides an opportunity for children to explore yoga in a fun, warm, non-competitive and supportive
environment!
3rdSession: April 29th- June 3rd, 2014
Age Group: Children Ages (4-17 Years)
Times: Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Villa Marguerite 9810-165 Street (Auditorium)
Fee: $55/6 week session
Please feel free to contact myself any time at (780) 733-0245 or [email protected] for
further inquiries.
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