10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Get active, have fun, and unleash your competitive spirit with Move & Groove! This inclusive program is designed for people with disabilities, offering adaptive sports, interactive games, and exciting challenges that promote teamwork, movement, and confidence. With modified equipment, expert coaching, and a supportive environment, everyone can play, compete, and win—no limits, just fun!

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Karaoke is tons of fun for many reasons. It allows us to socialize with friends while acting as silly as you want. Maybe you just want to pretend to sing at the same time with recorded sound Weather lip syncing or Karaoke, this is also a great stress reliever after a stressful day or a depressing streak of boredom! Join us every week as we perform for our friend!

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
$65.00 (monthly)

This program is made especially for our non-verbal friends or those who have a hard time with hand coordination. We offer an alternative way to communicate when words are limited and is hard to follow complex instructions. This painting strategy will allow our clients to achieve their own goals, enhancing their self-esteem and building self-confidence on an individual level.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$70.00 (monthly)

Baking is an exciting way to introduce a wide variety of skills, and who doesn’t like food? For some individuals, life skills are often a part of their learning; the goal is to equip them for independent living. Several distinct skill sets are involved in teaching individuals how to bake.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$65.00 (monthly)

If you have always wanted to learn Spanish, you’re nowhere near alone; tens of millions of people study the language every day around the world. And it’s no wonder! Spanish is a language full of beauty, layers of meaning, and a rich linguistic history. In this fun beginner-level class, participants have the chance to work with Michelle, a true Spanish instructor, to learn some basic conversation techniques that will help you feel more confident about speaking Spanish. This class is a fun interactive, program great for beginners wanting to learn the basics of a new language!

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly, plus $6.50 entrance fee)

Ten-pin bowling is a competitive sport in which a player (the “bowler”) rolls a bowling ball down a wooden or synthetic lane with the objective of scoring points by knocking down as many pins as possible.

It is among the most popular for people with disabilities, as well, as for many seniors, irrespective of their age or sports abilities, since it ensures physical exercise and at the same time participation and social integration. Plus, it’s great fun! Join us each week at The Bowling Depot (Meet us there or hop on our bus) as we compete against friends and knock as many pins down as you can, get your game face on!

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Giving voices to all! TechConnect is an innovative program designed to help non-verbal individuals communicate using assistive technology. Through hands-on training, expert support, and adaptive communication devices, participants will learn how to express themselves, connect with others, and navigate the world with confidence. No barriers—just communication!

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Unleash your creativity in the Bead/Knit art program. Whether you’re weaving, knitting, or crafting intricate beadwork, this hands-on experience fosters self-expression, skill-building, and community connection. With adaptive techniques and expert guidance, everyone can create stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces. No barriers—just art!

Join us and bring your artistic vision to life, one stitch and bead at a time!

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Get ready to move, express, and feel the rhythm! This is an inclusive movement program designed for people with disabilities, offering a fun and supportive space to explore dance, stretching, and creative motion. With adaptive techniques, energetic music, and expert guidance, everyone can experience the joy of movement in their own way.

No limits—just rhythm and fun!

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Dive into the world of words with Letter Worms, a fun and inclusive reading and writing program designed for people with disabilities. Whether you’re building literacy skills, exploring creative writing, or discovering the joy of storytelling, our supportive environment and adaptive techniques make learning accessible for all.
No limits—just imagination!

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly) + YMCA monthly pass

When it’s not favourable outside and staying active is a challenge, come join us for inside Swimming, an excellent way to work your entire body and cardiovascular system. An hour of swimming burns almost as many calories as running, without all the impact on your bones and joints.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
$60.00 (monthly)

In this session, Fiona will guide us in gently releasing and strengthening the upper body, lower body, lower back, neck, hands and wrists, stabilize and restore equilibrium and alignment. This class is perfect for seniors or people with a disability, participants can be on a yoga mat or seated in a chair. Through a strategically designed mix of wellness-based

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Become the storyteller of your community with Loving Hands Reporters, an inclusive program where participants design, write, and create the day program newsletter! From exciting events to inspiring stories, this hands-on experience empowers individuals to develop journalism, writing, and design skills. With adaptive tools and teamwork, everyone can contribute their unique voice.
No barriers—just stories waiting to be told!

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$60.00 (monthly)

An action-packed, interactive hour playing a game of chance in which each player matches numbers printed in different arrangements on cards, winning prizes and having fun!
Bingo is most certainly largely a game of luck, but that doesn’t stop a feeling of competitiveness during the game and a sense of pride after a win. It’s an engaging and fun game that can be competitive in a fun way, knowing skill has very little to do with the outcome. Let’s get one thing straight – bingo is not a boring game. It’s an exciting and unpredictable game that will get your heart racing every time a new ball is about to be drawn.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Drumsticks pounded on gym floors, clinked overhead and bounced on exercise balls. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of rhythm and sound! A drumming-based fitness program that combines music, dance and rhythm. Use drumsticks to rock out while working out!

• Each participant will be provided with an exercise ball, bucket and drumsticks for the duration of this session.
• Full disclosure this is not a quiet activity but so much fun!

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$70.00 (monthly)

Immerse yourself in the movie world and forget about the stresses of everyday life, be ready to unwind and relax and get access to the latest releases at the theatre, every Tuesday we will watch a new movie together, and at the end of the movie, we will be able to talk about what happened.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Discover the world through your lens! Focus Forward is a photography program designed for people with disabilities, offering an inclusive and supportive space to learn, create, and express themselves through photography. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced shutterbug, our adaptive techniques, hands-on workshops, and expert mentorship will help you capture your unique perspective. No limits—just creativity. Join us and share your vision with the world!

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Dance, is the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, releasing energy or simply taking delight in the movement itself. Did you know dancing helps with flexibility, balance, agility, coordination, power, reactivity and speed.? Dancing bolsters physical and mental health by, improving posture and flexibility, lifting mood and easing anxiety. It’s also a fun activity that sharpens the mind, increases aerobic power and strength, builds social bonds, improves your heart health, overall muscle strength, balance and coordination, and

reduces depression! Join us each week as we reduce our stress, make friends, and feel the strength of having fun!

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Unleash your inner musician with Rhythm Explorers, an inclusive program where participants with disabilities can explore a variety of instruments and discover the joy of making music! From drums to strings to wind instruments, this hands-on experience encourages creativity, self-expression, and rhythm in a fun and supportive environment. No barriers—just music!

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Get ready to create, dance, and go viral with TikTok Block, a fun and inclusive program where participants with disabilities take on exciting TikTok challenges! From dance trends to creative skits, this program encourages self-expression, confidence, and teamwork in a supportive environment. With adaptive techniques and endless creativity, everyone can shine on screen.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Shhh… Voices are not needed!
As you probably know by now, ASL is a unique language. It’s entirely different from English and other spoken languages. Grammar is not simply a matter of word order; it also involves facial expressions and body positions. We practice basic everyday signs to allow our clients to have an amazing tool to communicate their needs and wants. The classes will be hands-on, and group practice.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$65.00 (monthly)

What is clay? Clay is a special kind of earth which is made by the decomposition of rocks through the action of weathering.

The program emphasizes self-expression, sensory exploration, and the joy of creating unique pieces. Whether moulding imaginative sculptures or crafting functional pottery, Creative Clay Works nurtures creativity, builds confidence, and fosters a sense of accomplishment through the transformative power of clay.

Join us each week as we sculpt with clay, make some fun projects, and watch it transform!

11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
$60.00 (monthly)

Music is often linked to mood. A certain song can make us feel happy, sad, energetic, or relaxed. Music is a great way to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of a group! Come spend a fun hour with Ron, his guitar and the gang singing the old familiar songs, while learning new ones too!

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$70.00 (monthly)

Baking is an exciting way to introduce a wide variety of skills, and who doesn’t like food? For some individuals, life skills are often a part of their learning; the goal is to equip them for independent living. Several distinct skill sets are involved in teaching individuals how to bake.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Drumsticks pounded on gym floors, clinked overhead and bounced on exercise balls. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of rhythm and sound! A drumming-based fitness program that combines music, dance and rhythm. Use drumsticks to rock out while working out!

• Each participant will be provided with an exercise ball, bucket and drumsticks for the duration of this session.
• Full disclosure this is not a quiet activity but so much fun!

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$60.00 (monthly) 

The Deal: Each table will facilitate four competitors. The entire deck will be dealt to all four players, giving each 13 cards. Each player will separate their cards into four piles, representing each Suit. The Play: From a separate deck of cards, the “Caller” will select a card, one at a time, and call out the rank and suit of the card – for example “queen of hearts.” The player with the called card turns it face down. The first player to turn all their cards face down wins the prize.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$65.00 (monthly)

This is an inclusive music program that empowers individuals to explore their musical talents and creativity. Through engaging activities like singing, playing instruments, songwriting, and rhythm exercises, participants experience the joy of music in a supportive and adaptive environment.

At the end of our schedule, we’ll head over to a professional studio where you can capture your voice and share the magic with your family and friends!

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$60.00 (monthly)

Engage, create, and explore with Sensory Safari, a program where participants use their senses to craft unique, tactile art! Through textured materials, soothing scents, vibrant colors, and interactive sounds, this hands-on experience encourages self-expression, relaxation, and sensory engagement.

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.:00 p.m. 
$50.00 (monthly)

Did you know that the phrase “use it or lose it” not only applies to our physical body but to brain and cognitive health as well? The mind and body are strongly related when it comes to healthy aging. Research shows that working on our brain health is equally important, and regular, brain-directed exercises can increase your brain’s cognitive reserve.
Brain Gym improves the brain’s functions and trains them like any other muscle in your body. It enhances high-level brain cognitive functions such as executive functions (flexible thinking, problem-solving, planning, organizing, working memory), processing speed, attention, and long-term memory.

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Grab your pencils, pads (which will be supplied), and creative mind and let your imagination guide you through the world of sketching. Let’s enjoy a relaxing time while you let your imagination fly!

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly) + YMCA monthly pass

When it’s not favourable outside and staying active is a challenge, come join us for inside Swimming, an excellent way to work your entire body and cardiovascular system. An hour of swimming burns almost as many calories as running, without all the impact on your bones and joints.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Let’s build communication skills, at our own paste. We will practice and practice without being judged until we can say different words and put those together, helping in different environments like home, friends and relationships with people. They will learn some basic ASL vocabulary to complement and improve their interaction with peers.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Sports can be a useful tool to help develop physical and motor skills as coordination, strength, and body awareness.

Kickboxing can help with many struggles common among people on the spectrum and provides a constructive outlet to help them express themselves through physical activity. The focus and concentration required can also help curb “stimming” behaviours. It encourages attention and self-control, which can be particularly helpful with ASD.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Indulge in a world of beauty and self-care with Glamour Time, an inclusive program where participants can explore makeup, skincare, nail art, and more! From face masks to fabulous nails, this fun and relaxing experience promotes confidence, self-expression, and friendship in a supportive environment.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$70.00 (monthly)

Baking is an exciting way to introduce a wide variety of skills, and who doesn’t like food? For some individuals, life skills are often a part of their learning; the goal is to equip them for independent living. Several distinct skill sets are involved in teaching individuals how to bake.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$60.00 (monthly)

Capture life’s special moments with Scrapbooking Memories, a program where participants can design beautiful scrapbook pages filled with photos, decorations, and personal touches. From vibrant stickers to creative layouts, this hands-on experience encourages self-expression, storytelling, and creativity.

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$70.00 (monthly)

Take the next step on your crafting journey. With these fun interactive classes, you can explore a wide range of topics and techniques, to help you learn basic craft essentials and take arts and crafts with hands-on experience by completing and sharing your own craft projects.

Crafting provides an opportunity for self-expression and creativity. The focus that’s involved with crafting stimulates areas of my brain that have been dormant, keeping our brains sharp and more well-rounded. Also, crafting improves our mood.

Enjoy hands-on workshops to make ornaments, holiday cards, and festive decorations.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Drumsticks pounded on gym floors, clinked overhead and bounced on exercise balls. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of rhythm and sound! A drumming-based fitness program that combines music, dance and rhythm. Use drumsticks to rock out while working out!

• Each participant will be provided with an exercise ball, bucket and drumsticks for the duration of this session.
• Full disclosure this is not a quiet activity but so much fun!

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Studies show that engaging in cognitively demanding activities is related to improved brain performance and reduced risk of cognitive decline. Let’s explore different basic games to help our nonverbal friends challenge and exercise their cognitive abilities while using different technological devices.

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Kahoot! One of our favorite, and challenging, Loving Hands activities! Kahoot is a game-based learning platform that makes it easy to create, share and play learning games or trivia quizzes in minutes. Eyes on the question, quick fingers and a sharp mind! Unleash the fun in the comfort of your own home

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$60.00 (monthly)

The Deal: Each table will facilitate four competitors. The entire deck will be delt to all four players, giving each 13 cards.  Each player will separate their cards in four piles, representing each Suit. The Play: From a separate deck of cards, the “Caller” will select a card, one at a time, and call out the rank and suit of the card – for example “queen of hearts.” The player with the called card turns it face down. The first player to turn all their cards face down wins the prize.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$65.00 (monthly)

Come join us and explore your artistic side. Develop your skills and have fun in our relaxed classes. Each week we will explore the wonderful world of painting a having fun with your imagination. This class provides a creative way to hang out with your friends and create a masterpiece! Don’t worry, you’re not just set loose to explore on your own! We are there to guide you every step of the way! Everyone in the class is working toward creating their own version of the same project. We will lead you step-by-step, helping you to create your masterpieces.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Everybody loves music, it affects people in many ways. Music can be used for reducing stress, relaxing, and fighting feelings of anxiety; thus, it helps to encourage self-expression and improve overall mental health and well-being.

Join us every week in our live music session and share some time with friends while rocking to the beat

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$70.00 (monthly)

Join us every week as we plan, prepare, and share together, a hot healthy lunch at the center! Each month, we will follow a theme lunch!

A great opportunity to learn about planning/budgeting/perpetration and sharing with friends!

1:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly, plus $6.50 entrance fee)

Ten-pin bowling is a competitive sport in which a player (the “bowler”) rolls a bowling ball down a wooden or synthetic lane with the objective of scoring points by knocking down as many pins as possible.

It is among the most popular to people with disabilities, as well, for many seniors, irrespective of their age or sports abilities, since it ensures physical exercise and at the same time participation and social integration. Plus, it’s great fun! Join us each week at The Bowling Depot (Meet us there or hop on our bus) as we compete against friends and knock as many pins down as you can, get your game face on!

12:30 PM – 2:45 PM
$50.00 (monthly, + entrance fees)

Pack your lunch and join us each week as we load the bus and set out for our all-day adventure in and around Calgary!
Each week we will set out on a new destination, a new place to explore and make some awesome memories along the way!

*Transportation is no longer provided.
*Each participant is responsible for individual entrance fees.

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
$50.00 (monthly)

Stay safe and confident with Developing Awareness, a program designed to teach basic safety skills in a simple and engaging way. Participants will learn how to call 911, what to do if they get lost in the community, how to recognize danger, and other essential safety concepts. Through interactive activities and real-life scenarios, this program empowers individuals with disabilities to navigate the world with greater awareness and independence

Tuesday
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
$50.00 (monthly)

Wheel Of Fortune is a fun, interactive, and challenging game that features a competition in which our participants solve word puzzles, similar to those used in Hangman, to win great prizes determined by spinning a giant carnival wheel! Join us each week, for your chance to spin the wheel and challenge your mind!

Thursday
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
$50.00 (monthly)

How nice is to end the day relaxing while singing you favorite songs! Come and join us each week to enjoy and share your favorite songs with friends.