APE - Frequently Asked Quesions

The APE gym is located in building PE1 at room PE-13. We are across from the Forum (FOR) building. The adapted aquatic classes are located in the PE-quad.

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Prospective students are welcome to visit APE during class times. Please submit your request at least 72 hours in advance to the proposed visitation date. A DSPS Coordinator will respond to your email with confirmation.  

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Our student population covers all ages, backgrounds, and disabilities. Each student engages in a program of exercises based on his/her own individualized plan, with the option of group participation in selected classes. Most courses enroll up to 15 or more students.

APE classes follow the De Anza College's quarter system calendar. Each quarter lasts for (12) twelve weeks, except for an (8) eight week long summer session. Refer to the academic calendar for start/end dates.

Mon/Wed/Fri classes are 50 minutes in length, and Tues/Thurs classes are 1 hour 15 minutes.  Students enroll for one quarter length session at a time and must re-enroll to continue in the following quarter's classes.

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Students must attend the class(es) they are registered for. There is usually flexibility to make up missed classes on another day/time, though that is at the discretion of the instructors.

All APE classes have one instructor and at least two staff to assist with students. APE may also have student workers and volunteers, depending on the quarter. APE students that need one-to-one assistance for the duration of the class will need to bring their own personal attendant.

Personal attendants do not need to enroll in APE classes. They are welcome to attend with their student, but only individuals registered in the class may use the equipment.

APE Student Pick-up/Drop-off at PE-13

VTA ACCESS Paratransit and APE students may use the drop-off access road to gyms PE1 and PE2. After dropping-off the student, the vehicle must then be parked in Lot C during the student's class period. Vehicles are not permitted to remain in the loading area or in the access road area during classes.

The most convenient location is Lot C on the east side of campus off Stelling Road, near the entrance to the pool and Physical Education complex. A row of accessible parking is available between the pool entrance and parking structure.

For questions, contact campus police

Parking fees have been temporarily waived. Students can park free on campus during the 2024-25 academic year, without purchasing a parking permit. (Students should continue to park only in spaces designated for students.)

For questions, contact campus police

A wheelchair-accessible courtesy shuttle service is available to students with temporary or permanent disabilities that affect their mobility. Transport on a regularly scheduled basis or for special appointments may be arranged.  The shuttle operates between major campus buildings and is available Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm. 

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