Description

Dene-style hand games are a fun, high-energy team game built around hiding, guessing, drumming, singing, and a lot of laughter.
Players try to hide small objects in their hands while the other team watches closely and tries to guess where they are. It takes focus, confidence, teamwork, and a good poker face. Hand games are more than just competition, though, they are a way to bring people together, share culture, and keep traditions alive through play, music, and community.
The objectives of the program are to:

• incorporate the strengths of Indigenous and Western perspectives by merging ideas and philosophies;
• ensure programming is participant driven and meets the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of Indigenous students;
• maintain a social and spiritual connection through activities that reinforce Indigenous culutral identity; and
• enhance the confidence and competency of Indigenous students while increasing their sense of belonging at Mount Royal University.

When:October 28th, 20265:30pm - 7:30pm
Where:Start at the Iniskim Centre and head to the Recreation Centre together.
To ensure your best experience we recommend you attend this program with:

• Active clothing and footwear (activity-specific clothing recommendations will be provided where appropriate).

This program has been specifically designed by, for, and with respresenatives of MRU's Indigenous community and Cougars Athletics and Recreation.
General questions about this program?Please contact Indigenous Program Student Leader via email at indigenousrecreation@mtroyal.ca

Location

Triple Gym - West U170C at MRU Recreation Centre