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Feel Better Instantly

In this article on MindBodyGreen.com, writer Abigail Christens provides seven tips you can do to feel better easily and instantly:

“… there are things you can do right NOW that will help you feel better instantly. Keep in mind that you have to do these things consistently to see and feel real change in your life…”

Click here to read the full article on www.mindbodygreen.com.

YMCA Family Fun Run Event

5th Annual Family Fun Run
Camp Chief Hector YMCA

Bring the whole family to enjoy the Family Run Run in a beautiful mountain setting followed by a BBQ lunch. A great way to get out to the mountains while doing something active and fun!

Everyone is invited – singles, families, couples, supporters, Camp alumni… Everyone! There is a BBQ only option for those who choose not to run but to cheer on from the sidelines.

  • Sunday, June 3, 2012
  • 1k kids run | 10:00am
  • 5k and 10k run | 10:20am
  • Fees* Adult $35 | Youth (8Y-17Y) $20 | Kids (7Y and under) $5
  • BBQ only $10

Register: Fax your registration form to 403-237-8085 or email it to cchy@ymcacalgary.org

Call 1-866-430-9622 or visit any YMCA Calgary location for more information.
Proceeds go to YMCA Strong Kids.

*Raise $100 or more in pledges and recieve a partial refund of your entry fee.

Family Zone is ready! Fill out your camper information NOW.

Camp Chief Hector YMCA is pleased to announce electronic camper information forms for summer 2012. Complete your camper’s information at the Family Zone within the next two weeks.

Features:
Secure site
Families create own account and password
Update camper info at any time (changes accepted up to 2 weeks prior to camper’s start date)
Info is saved in the Family Zone reducing time required to complete forms in future years

Click here or visit http://cch.campfax.com to get started.

Need a hand? Call 403-269-6156 / 1-866-430-9622

Space still available at Camp Chief Hector YMCA overnight camp and day camps

As of 11 May 2012, the following camps still have space available.

11Y
13-day Mistaya Traditional Program Female
Session 3     Jul 29-Aug 10
13-day Mistaya Traditional Program Male
Session 3     Jul 29-Aug 10

12-13Y
6-day Kananaskin – Female
Session E     Jul 29-Aug 5
Session H    Aug 19-24
6-day Kananaskin – Male
Session C     Jul 15-20
Session E     Jul 29-Aug 5

12Y
13-day Kananaskin Canoe – Female
Session 3     Jul 29-Aug 12
13-day Kananaskin Traditional Program – Female
Session 4     Aug 12-24

13Y
13-day Kananaskin Hike – Female
Session 1     Jul 1-13
Session 3     Jul 29-Aug 12
Session 4     Aug 12-24

14Y
Pioneer Mainsite Hike – Male
Session 1     July 1-13
Pioneer Mainsite Hike/Tower Climb – Male
Session 1     July 1-13

15Y
Pioneer Gray Jay Hike – Male
Session 1     July 1-13
Pioneer Mainsite Hike – Male
Session 4     Aug 12-24

14+15Y
Sr. Shotungwa (horse program) – Female
Session 1      July 1-13

16Y
27-day Leadership 1 Canoe – Male
Jul 29-Aug 24
27-day Leadership 1 Hike – Male
Jul 29-Aug 24

Day Camps (bussing available from Canmore and Exshaw)
7-9Y – Koska     Session A     Jul 2-7
10-11Y – Eshguwin     Session A     Jul 2-7
10-11Y – Eshguwin     Session C     Jul 16-21
10-11Y – Eshguwin     Session D     Jul 23-27

Family Camp
Session G      Aug 12-17
Session H      Aug 19-24

Call 403-269-6156 or toll free 866-430-9622 to register or for more information.

Students! Youth! Summer Passes :)

Get fit, meet friends, have fun! Do something different this summer.

Did you know YMCA Calgary has special Student & Youth Summer Passes?!  Enjoy all the benefits of YMCA membership with a Student or Youth Summer Pass.

  • Get access to all Calgary YMCA locations—there are four in Calgary
  • Try out sports like basketball, badminton, floor hockey, and more during Open Gym
  • Get into fitness by visiting the weight room floor and a drop-in fitness class (cycling, step, cardio/core and more)
  • What about a splash in the pool on a hot summer day?
  • Going traveling? Your membership also gets you into YMCAs across Canada
  • Watch this video to see what YMCA for students and youth is all about
  • Find out all the YMCA membership benefits

Click here to find out more about the YMCA Student & Youth Summer Passes.