programs

It must be summer – it’s time for camp!

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

CALLING all campers, YMCA Calgary has five different locations to choose from this year for those wishing to join in the fun! YMCA at the South Health Campus will also be offering summer day camp programs for youngsters from the …

Give your time to the Y and reap the rewards

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

Attending the YMCA Calgary volunteering award as a winner, I felt truly humbled to be counted among some of the unsung heroes who give their time and their expertise so freely. It was quite a surprise to learn I had …

We Love Volunteers!

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Dalyce Eykelbosh

April 21-27, 2013 is National Volunteer Week in Canada. This is the time that we at the YMCA want to say a giant THANK YOU to each and every volunteer that walks though our doors at all of our various locations …

YMCA surveys opinion on its performance

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

EMPLOYEES at YMCA Calgary are having their say this month as part of wide-ranging survey. This is the fourth time the organization has undergone the process to ask each of their 704 full-time and part-time employees what they think about …

With hard work comes the taste of sweet success

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

It can be easy to fall into the trap of a quick fix when it comes to fitness, especially if you’ve overindulged on Easter candy, and are looking to get back on track quickly. There seems to be an abundance …

YMCA Spring Summer Program Registration

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Spring/Summer Program Registration is open Spring Programs start April 1st – it’s not too late to register! Members – February 25th 5:30am. Non Members – Spring March 5th 5:30am Non Members – Summer June 3rd 5:30am Don’t miss your chance …

Coming soon to YMCA Day Camps – Electronic Camper Information Forms

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Hayley Saunders

YMCA Day Camps are going digital! Electronic Camper Information forms for Summer 2013 Day Camps will be available soon through Family Zone. Family Zone Features: Secure site Families create own account and password Update camper info at any time (changes …

Crowfoot phones currently down

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Hayley Saunders

Please be advised that the phone lines at the Crowfoot YMCA are currently down.  We appreciate your patience while we address the issue.  If you would like to register for a program at the Crowfoot YMCA, please note that you can register by calling another …

Let the Y work out your summer job for you!

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

SPRING has barely sprung and plans are already afoot for summer camps at YMCA Calgary. Vice president of operations Kelly Smith is busy planning for the summer fun ahead and this means recruiting some of the hundreds of young people …

Strong Kids Spin

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Nancy Trudel

It’s not too late! Tomorrow is the Spin for Strong Kids at Calgary YMCA and there are spots still available for a 30 minute ride with a minimum $20 pledge. The 2013 goal is to raise $1.5 million to benefit …