[Hybrid] Sports Around the World
Summer Sports by Sidney Harris on Thursday evenings
Available spots
Service Description
[Hybrid] Sports Around the World: Summer Sports by Sidney Harris on Thursday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm CST from 9/10/26-10/15/26, synchronously meeting in-person on UT campus and online using Zoom Why would anyone willingly ride a bicycle over the Alps for three weeks? How does training at altitude turn good endurance athletes into great ones? And how has the United States dominated Olympic basketball since 1936? These are the kinds of questions we will dig into in this course. Each week, we will take on a different summer sport. We will trace its history, learn how it is played, and see where it stands today, with deep dives into recent showdowns like the Tour de France and the World Cup. Along the way, we will ask bigger questions. Why do these games generate billions of dollars? Why do entire nations stop to watch? And what separates the champions from everyone else? You do not need to know anything about sports to take this course. Longtime fans will find plenty of new material, and casual viewers will pick up more than enough to hold their own during the next Summer Olympics. Our sessions will be hands-on, mixing lively presentations with highlight reels, guest speakers, and plenty of interactive activities.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Our classes operate on a first-come, first-serve basis, with limited seating for up to 13 participants to ensure a quality learning experience. By registering, you reserve a valuable seat that may prevent others from joining. We understand that plans can change. However, cancellations made within one week of the class start date are not eligible for refunds. If you are unable to attend, we are happy to offer a course voucher, allowing you to apply your registration toward a future class of your choice. Parent/Guardian Attendance Policy Our program is designed to empower adults with IDDs to participate in classes at UT Austin alongside their peers, including both other adult students and college students. We encourage our participants to build self-confidence, practice age-appropriate social skills, and experience the independence of a college environment, just as any neurotypical college student would. To support this mission, parents and guardians are not permitted to attend classes with their student. However, if there are special circumstances—such as a need for assistance with personal care or concerns about behavior—exceptions to this policy may be considered. These exceptions require review and approval by our Executive Director, Kaelin Rubenzer, on a case-by-case basis. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Contact Details
2500 Speedway, Austin, TX, USA
7132487393
lifelonglearningwithfriends@gmail.com