ParaSport and Recreation PEI has partnered with Synergy Fitness and Nutrition to offer a fitness program for adults with a physical or visual disability.
The program changes every 12 weeks and includes cardio and strength training.
If you have never been to the gym before or maybe you haven’t been in a while then this is the program for you! All fitness levels are welcome.
The program is offered on Saturday mornings at Synergy Fitness in the Mount Academy.
To learn more about the program or to register, please contact the ParaSport and Recreation PEI office.
Aqua-Abilities
Aqua-Abilities is a program designed for children between the ages of 5-17 living with a physical or intellectual disability. During this 8-week program, children will be provided with the opportunity to learn how to swim at their own pace with the guidance of a certified swim instructor.
This program is offered at the Bell Aliant Centre and Credit Union Place throughout the fall and winter months.
Charlottetown – Bell Aliant Centre Program
Fall Programs starts September 13th, 2025 and runs for 8 weeks until November 1st, 2025.
Schedule: Saturdays, 1:00 – 1:30 PM (Group 1) and 1:30-2:00 PM (Group 2)
Location: Bell Aliant Centre
Registration fee: $25.00
Advanced Aqua-Abilities
Advanced Aqua-Abilities is the next level of swimming lessons for children with a disability offered by ParaSport and Recreation PEI. This program focuses on how to swim. Skills that are taught are forward and backwards propulsion, kicking with and without a board, entry into deep water, treading water in shallow and deep water, etc. Graduates from this program will be able to move on to a pre-competitive swim program or the Lifesaving Society’s Swimmer Level 4. This program is taught over 8 weeks in a small group setting. Prerequisites: Completion of Aqua-Abilities or Swimmer Level 1.
Fall Programs begins September 14th, 2025 and runs for 8 weeks until Nov 2nd, 2025.
Schedule: Sundays from 2:00-2:30 PM
Location: Bell Aliant Centre
Registration Fee: $40.00
A swimming program for young adults and adults with a physical disability. Workouts are tailored to each participant’s skill level — from those just learning to swim or even be in a pool to those training for fitness or competition. Some participants will be ready for lane swimming with a coach in the deep pool, while others will be guided by a coach to improve their skills in the leisure pool.
♿ Celebrate Wheelchair Basketball Week with us! ♿
Parasport and Recreation PEI is thrilled to be part of Wheelchair Basketball Week, a nationwide celebration led by Wheelchair Basketball Canada showcasing the energy, inclusivity, and excitement of the sport.
As part of the week, we’re hosting a FREE Wheelchair Basketball Demo Day where everyone is invited to come try the game for themselves. Whether you’re brand new to parasport, curious about the game, or just want to see what makes wheelchair basketball so fast-paced and fun, this event is for YOU!
West Royalty Community Centre
Friday, September 26
⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM
✅ No experience needed
✅ All equipment provided
✅ Fun for all ages and abilities
This is your chance to roll onto the court, meet new people, and discover why wheelchair basketball is one of the most popular parasports in the world.
Learn more about Wheelchair Basketball Week and the sport itself here: https://wheelchairbasketball.ca/
Let’s pack the gym and celebrate together—see you on the court!
Aqua-Abilities
Aqua-Abilities is a program designed for children between the ages of 5-17 living with a physical or intellectual disability. During this 8-week program, children will be provided with the opportunity to learn how to swim at their own pace with the guidance of a certified swim instructor.
This program is offered at the Bell Aliant Centre and Credit Union Place throughout the fall and winter months.
Charlottetown – Bell Aliant Centre Program
Fall Programs starts September 13th, 2025 and runs for 8 weeks until November 1st, 2025.
Schedule: Saturdays, 1:00 – 1:30 PM (Group 1) and 1:30-2:00 PM (Group 2)
Location: Bell Aliant Centre
Registration fee: $25.00
Para Ice Hockey Demo Day – Give It a Try! ❄️
Have you ever wanted to try Para Ice Hockey? Now’s your chance!
We’re hosting a FREE Demo Day on Saturday, September 27th at 5:45 PM at the Bell Aliant Centre, and everyone is invited!
This event is open to all ages and abilities – whether you’ve played hockey before, never been on the ice, or are simply curious to see what it’s all about. Para ice hockey is an exciting, fast-paced, and inclusive sport that gives participants a whole new perspective on the game.
Here’s what you can expect:
✅ Sleds, sticks, and support equipment provided
✅ Friendly volunteers to help with set-up and getting comfortable in the sleds
✅ A quick run-through of the rules and basics of para ice hockey
✅ A chance to try some skills and drills on the ice
✅ Lots of fun in a welcoming, inclusive environment
What to Bring:
A helmet (hockey or bike helmet is fine)
A pair of warm winter gloves
When: Saturday, September 27
⏰ Time: 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM
Where: Bell Aliant Centre
Registration is required – please email info@parasportpei.ca to confirm your attendance.
Don’t miss this chance to try something new and experience the excitement of para ice hockey! ❄️
Advanced Aqua-Abilities
Advanced Aqua-Abilities is the next level of swimming lessons for children with a disability offered by ParaSport and Recreation PEI. This program focuses on how to swim. Skills that are taught are forward and backwards propulsion, kicking with and without a board, entry into deep water, treading water in shallow and deep water, etc. Graduates from this program will be able to move on to a pre-competitive swim program or the Lifesaving Society’s Swimmer Level 4. This program is taught over 8 weeks in a small group setting. Prerequisites: Completion of Aqua-Abilities or Swimmer Level 1.
Fall Programs begins September 14th, 2025 and runs for 8 weeks until Nov 2nd, 2025.
Schedule: Sundays from 2:00-2:30 PM
Location: Bell Aliant Centre
Registration Fee: $40.00
A swimming program for young adults and adults with a physical disability. Workouts are tailored to each participant’s skill level — from those just learning to swim or even be in a pool to those training for fitness or competition. Some participants will be ready for lane swimming with a coach in the deep pool, while others will be guided by a coach to improve their skills in the leisure pool.
ParaSport and Recreation PEI has partnered with Synergy Fitness and Nutrition to offer a fitness program for adults with a physical or visual disability. The program changes every 12 weeks and includes cardio and strength training. If you have never been to the gym before or maybe you haven’t been in a while then this is the program for you! All fitness levels are welcome. The program is offered two times a week – On Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings. To learn more about the program or to register, please contact the ParaSport and Recreation PEI office.