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Eau Claire Volunteer of the Year Award

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Jennie

The 2011 Adult Volunteer of the Year for Eau Claire was awarded to Teresa Saliba. Teresa has been a member of the YMCA for 10 years and has been a volunteer for 8 years. She currently volunteers on the weight floor. Her dedication to the Y and  time spent getting to know the staff and members was honored at the Annual General Meeting held on May 9. 

Theresa and Orry Roth were recognized as the Eau Claire Adult and Youth Volunteers for 2011. Click here to read about the other Volunteers who received awards for 2011.

Shawnessy Drop-In Fitness: Saturday May 19

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Dalyce Eykelbosh

Drop-In Fitness Schedule:
Shawnessy YMCA Saturday May 19th 2012

8:00-9:00am – Performance Cycle – Melissa
9:15-10:15am – Cardio & Sculpt – Chuck

Schedule is sbject to change.
Check the Gym/Pool schedule for locations and descriptions.

Crowfoot YMCA Drop-in Fitness Schedule, Saturday May 19

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Janette Couch

7:45-8:45am Performance Cycle – Cancelled.  We apologize for the inconvenience
9:00-10:15am Instructor Choice - Galina
10:30-11:30am Muscle Works – Lisa

Join us for Healthy Kids Day!

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Hayley Saunders

All parents want their children to grow up healthy. Being healthy means lots of things – growing up strong and active; making connections and developing positive relationships with others; and learning to make good, responsible decisions. YMCA supports parents as they work to lay the foundations of life-long health for their children.

YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a free community event celebrating and promoting the healthy growth and development of children and families.  Join us for a fun filled day of activities, healthy living tips and free access to our facilities!

When – Sunday, June 3rd from 10am-1pm

Where – All YMCA Calgary locations. (As part of the Healthy Kids Day initiation, Camp Chief Hector YMCA will be hosting the 5th Annual Family Fun Run on June 3)

Click here for the event schedules.

Wednesday Brings You Good Karma

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Dalyce Eykelbosh

Beginning on Wednesday, May 23rd, Shawnessy YMCA is adding another fantastic drop-in class option for you.
Mid-morning is the busiest time in the branch, and we are now able to offer an alternative to the oh-so-popular Cross-Training class in the studio.

Karma is a gentle yoga/fusion-based stretch class taught by certified instructors.

The practice of Karma Mind/Body classes are designed to increase your flexibility and focus.
Karma will help to revitalize your body and spirit, incorporating the disciplines of proper breathing techniques, stress reduction, and muscular strength.

Karma will be offered 9:15-10:15am in MP2, right across from the library. 
This class is scheduled to run beginning May 23rd until the end of the Spring Session. 
Drop-In class tags are required, and available at member Services upon check-in.