June 2012 Posts

Healthy & Safe Gardening

Posted on June 30, 2012 by Nadina Kaminer

Gardening can be a great way to get outside and moving. It is an activity that involves all sorts of bending, twisting, pulling and movements we may not do on a daily basis. The Centre for Disease Control and Prevention …

Shawnessy Drop-In Fitness: Sunday July 1st

Posted on June 30, 2012 by Dalyce Eykelbosh

Drop-In Fitness Schedule: Shawnessy YMCA Sunday July 1st 2012 Happy Birthday Canada! No Classes Scheduled  Schedule is subject to change. Check the Gym/Pool schedule for locations and descriptions.

Shawnessy Drop-In Fitness: Saturday June 30th

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Dalyce Eykelbosh

Drop-In Fitness Schedule: Shawnessy YMCA Saturday June 30th 2012 9:15-10:15am – Step-Fit – Sherri Schedule is sbject to change. Check the Gym/Pool schedule for locations and descriptions.

Become a Certified Fitness Instructor this summer!

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Lisa Kingston

If you love fitness, this just might be your next step! Become a YMCA Fitness Instructor  and lead yourself and others to health! Basic Theory – July 9, 10. 11, 16, 17, 18 – (24 hrs ) 6:00pm-10:00 pm | course …

Difference Btwn Phys. Activity & Exercise

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Nadina Kaminer

Two terms often interchanged but with very different meanings: Physical Activity and Exercise. An article by Barbara Ross on the Everyday Health website takes a look at how these two terms differ and why it is important to know why …

Shawnessy Drop-In Fitness: Friday June 29th

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Dalyce Eykelbosh

Drop-In Fitness Schedule: Shawnessy YMCA Friday June 29th 2012 Please note that the Studio is closed for floor re-finishing Wednesday June 27th, re-opening on Saturday June 30th. 8:15-9:00am – Shallow H2O Workout – Helen Schedule is subject to change. Check …

Aboriginal Department heads to Ottawa

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Shay Whitney

YMCA Calgary’s Aboriginal Department was part of an exciting meeting in Ottawa, held at the Assembly of First Nations.  YMCA Canada, YWCA, Pathways to Education, Inuit Taperiit, and AFN were all represented along with their  youth delegates  The meeting was designed …

Eau Claire Drop In Classes – June 29 Friday, 30 Saturday, July 1 Sunday

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Jennie

Friday June 29th Drop in Classes: Land Classes: Lo Impact: 12:05-12:50 in the GYM with Darci Group Cycle: 12:05-12:50 in Studio A/B with Michael Core Training: 12:50-1:15 in Studio A/B with Michael Water Classes: No water classes Saturday, June 30th Drop in Classes: CANCELLEDRoad Drills: …

Day Camps Start July 3rd!

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Tracie Bull

Shawnessy Day Camp staff did some training over the weekend and are looking forward to a great summer. Don’t forget camps start July 3rd.

YMAP GRADUATION

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Justine Bradley

Last Friday the Calgary YMAP team got together with our students to celebrate the amazing year of achievements and adventures that we shared. YMCA Calgary’s CEO & President, Helene Weir gave a few words about the importance of continuing to educate …