Wesmen Athletics
Recreational Programs
New Online Registration for Recreational and Club Programs!
The University of Winnipeg Duckworth Centre provides participants with top quality instruction tailored for all levels of ability. We offer a wide variety of programs ranging from badminton to zumba and also included is several martial arts programs.
Membership to the Duckworth Centre is not required to register for these programs unless otherwise noted.
UW Students $50.00 Public $90.00
All fees are Per Term, unless otherwise noted
- For program registration please visit us at the Duckworth Centre Customer Service Desk at 400 Spence Street.
Programs Offered During Spring Session:
Badminton, Ballroom Dancing, Capoeira, Kendo, Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun Do Gung Fu
For more information on any of the clubs offered please feel free to e-mail us at duckworth@uwinnipeg.ca or phone the customer service desk at 786-9349.
Badminton
Program Dates: May 7th - August 27th
Days/Times: Tuesday 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sunday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Main Gym
The University of Winnipeg Badminton Club offers a unique badminton experience for recreational players: skilled coaching and guest coaches, sport specific training, organized play, and feather shuttles, all within a supportive yet competitive atmosphere. Space is limited!!
Registration is available for returning participants ONLY until January 8th.
Ballroom Dancing
Program Dates: Fall and Winter Sessions only - Have a great Summer!
Days/Times: Sunday 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Beginner 1 Class
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Beginner 2 Class
The first few classes will be taught as a group at 4:00 pm to assess dancers abilities, then divided into Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 Classes.
Location: Aux Gym
Classes will cover most of the Ballroom Dances such as: Rumba, Chacha, Swing, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, West Coast Swing and Mambo.
Capoeira
Program Dates: May 7th - August 27th
Days / Times: Tuesday 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
Is a Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, sports, and music. It was created in Brazil mainly by descendants of African slaves with Brazilian native influences, probably beginning in the 16th century. It is known by quick and complex moves, using mainly power kicks and quick leg sweeps, with some ground and aerial acrobatics, knee strikes, take-downs, elbow strikes, punches and headbutts.
Kendo
Program Dates: May 6th - August 28th
Days/Times: Monday 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Wednesday 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
Kendo is the traditional Japanese martial art of fencing. Its principles are grounded in the historical culture of the Samurai. Through rigorous training and the application of Budo philosophies, one learns to strengthen the mind, body and spirit to enrich and contribute to everyday life. This sport is particularly appealing to those interested in extreme sports, Japanese culture or Asian business and philosophy.
For beginners, comfortable athletic wear is acceptable. Students will be required to purchase a Shinai (bamboo sword) within the first few weeks of joining and can be ordered through the club.
Our club is open to all persons aged 10 years and up.
For further information please contact us or visit www.winnipegkendo.com
Our club is open to all persons aged 10 years and up.
For further information please contact us or visit www.winnipegkendo.com
Racquetball
* Fall and Winter Terms only*Racquetball League: Thursday 6:00-10:00 PM
Racquetball MB Membership Students: $10.00 Public: $20.00
Duckworth Centre Membership is required to participate in the League
Racquetball Junior Program: Ages 8 to 12 - Tuesdays from 5:45 to 6:45pm
Session 1 - September to December / Session 2 - January to March
$50 per Session plus $10 Racquetball Manitoba Membership
Duckworth Centre Membership Not Required for Junior Program
For more information on either of these programs please visit Racquetball Manitoba website at www.racquetballmb.ca
Squash Ladder
The U of W squash ladder is open to any member of the Duckworth Centre. The ladder consists of players of all levels of skill and interest. New and experienced players will find levels of play that suit their interest and skill level.
Players compete in rounds of play with 5-6 players over four weeks, at the end players move up and down the ladder depending on their wins and losses. A season of the squash ladder typically consists of six or seven rounds of play.
Included in Club Fee:
- Three or four squash and pizza free-for-all's over the season
- The Val and Iain McDougall Cup Tournament (only open to ladder players)
- Clinics for both beginning and experienced players at no additional cost
**Membership to the Duckworth Centre is required to participate in this program**
Cost: U of W Ladder Fee $10.00/Squash Manitoba Fee $20.00
Squash Ladder Notice
Squash Ladder Registration
Squash Ladder Rules (pdf)
Tae Kwon Do
Program Date: May 9th - August 29th
Days/Times: Thursday 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. & Saturday 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
The Tae Kwon Do program is aimed at the serious student acquiring a Black belt or just an opportunity for someone to try out a martial art. Tae Kwon Do means to punch and kick and we emphasize learning all the techniques on the ground and then in the air.
We also teach self defense: how to escape from certain holds, how to take down an opponent, and how to use a stronger person's strength against them. The course also includes sparring for those who are interested.
Some classes include learning patterns as well as various other activities, such as one and two step sparring, where the students can practice predetermined strategies at a slower pace.
Table Tennis
Program Dates: Fall and Winter Terms Only
Days/Times: Monday 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
There is no registration fee for this program.
Please register at the Customer Service Desk in the Duckworth Centre if you are interested in getting involved!
You do not need to be a members of the Duckworth Centre to Participate but you do need to register and sign a waiver to participate in the program.
Wing Chun Do Gung Fu
Program Dates: May 9th - August 29th
Days/Times: Thursday 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
MacNeil Wing Chun Do Gung Fu Club trains in a self-defense system developed by the legendary Bruce Lee and defined by original Lee student James W.DeMile.
Our club is an affiliate of Ambrose Academy in Michigan. Brett MacNeil is a level one WCD instructor who has been involved in WCD since 1983. MacNeil is also a member of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Hall of Fame.
For more information on the Ambrose Academy please click here to go to their website: Ambrose Academy
Yoga
Program Dates: Fall and Winter Term Only
Days/Times: Monday and Thursday 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
Thursday - A Traditional Yoga classes including body alignment, breath awareness and techniques, stretching and strengthening, balance work, stress reduction and relaxation. The class will be taught to meet the needs of the students in attendance.
Zumba
Program Dates: Fall and Winter Terms Only
Days/Times: Tuesday 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Aux Gym
Zumba is dance fitness. Which means, dance music, dance moves, to a fitness format. Making it easy for everyone to participate and most importantly to enjoy. The moves are choreographed to make your body work hard!! While your mind takes a little vacation!! Arrrriba!!!
BOTTOM LINE....
You bring yourself and a water bottle. We'll bring the fun!!!
"If you are sweating and laughing then you are doing it right!!"
For more information on any of the above programs please feel free to e-mail us at duckworth@uwinnipeg.ca or phone the customer service desk at 786-9349.
