Frequently Asked Questions

Cancellation policies are specific to each program/workshop/event. Typically, if a parent/guardian would like to withdraw a participant from a workshop, 10 days written notice prior to the workshop date is required for a full refund, minus a $15 administration fee. No refunds will be issued for no-shows and cancellations made less than 10 days notice of the event date. 

Each Rise workshop is designed with age-appropriate activities and introduces important topics in a fun, safe and inclusive environment for participants to ask questions, have support from mentors and coaches and share experiences with new friends. 

Our programming includes three main components during each workshop:

1. Engaging ice-breakers, games and activities 

2. Discussions, journaling and reflection 

3. Sport skill building and physical literacy 

Activities range from icebreakers, group games and both individual and team challenges. Each discussion focuses on one of six key pillars of youth development - confidence, community, leadership, self-awareness, resilience or growth and are paired with meaningful reflection exercises such as journaling and meditation. Skill building for sport is designed using age-specific physical literacy activities, games, circuits and relays. An emphasis is placed on having fun while moving our bodies and building our overall strength, coordination, speed, agility and confidence. This multisport approach will open participants to an array of sports while encouraging a positive relationship with sport and exercise for healthy active lifestyles for life.

Rise will not offer credits, refunds or make-up sessions to individual participants for missed workshops unless written notice is given 10 days prior to the workshop date and will be redeemable for the following workshop/program/event. Please note credits and refunds are specific to each program and event and may differ depending on the partner we are working with.

Yes, if a workshop is full and you would like to be added to the waitlist please email hello@riseworkshops.ca to hold your spot. 

Please bring running shoes, comfortable active clothes, layers for if the weather changes (you know how unpredictable Calgary weather can be!), and a water bottle. In the summer months, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and any other typical day-camp necessities are recommended. Provided food (lunch and snacks) depends on the specific workshop/program/event.

All Rise workshops/programs/events are located in Calgary and area. The exact location is dependent on the specific workshop/program/event. Activities will be held primarily indoors in the winter months and in a combined indoor/outdoor space in the warmer months (weather-permitting). For outdoor workshops/programs/events, there will be at least one covered area for shade and/or cover from unexpected weather and washroom amenities.