By Scott Roblin

Demo Daze draws sporting newcomers to Family Leisure Centre

Aug 13, 2017 | 12:34 PM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – A sneak peek into a variety of different sports at the Family Leisure Centre on Saturday, as the first ‘Demo Daze’ was held.

A total of 16 different sports groups around the city either put on demonstrations at the FLC or ran information booths inside to educate residents about what they provide.

Popular events on Saturday included water polo, wheelchair basketball and speed skating, while other non-traditional sports such as swing dancing and roller derby were featured as well.

Active Living Coordinator Jenny Styner said Demo Daze provided residents a chance to expand their sporting horizons.

“If I maybe came in the door today not knowing at all what water polo was, I could see it and try it out,” said Styner. “I might have figure skated my whole life, but I also maybe got to try wheelchair basketball or seat cricket.”

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Demo Daze was held in partnership with International Youth Day, with the goal being to get kids and teens active during the summer.

And with a facility like the FLC available, Styner said it’s great to see Medicine Hat residents having fun and utilizing the space.

“We’re all doing a lot better when everyone is active,” she said. “Our facility is being used, that’s what it’s here for. So, we love when people come out and use it, try new things, and enjoy themselves.”

Styner added she would like to see Demo Daze return next year with a bit more buzz surrounding the event.