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Member Perks

FITNESS ORIENTATIONS | FOR MEMBERS ONLY

Welcome to our facility! During this free orientation, a member of our certified fitness team will cover the basics of the YWCA Health + Fitness cardio room, Cybex machines, Hoist machines (if applicable), and general facility etiquette. These orientations will help you as a new member feel comfortable on the gym floor and confident using the machines.

To sign up for an orientation, please contact Roni, Fitness Assistant, rtomas@ywcavan.org. Orientations are 20-30 minutes in length, available weekday afternoons.

Member Clinics

Free for members, the following clinics are special workouts or workshops with highly-skilled and experienced instructors/presenters.

Members can book on our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app. For swim clinics, book under the "Programs" section then select the category "Group Ex". For non-swim clinics, go to the "Classes" or "Schedule" section then select the "Group Ex (studio & aquatics)" category then scroll to the date of the clinic. Non-members please call Member Services at 604-895-5777. Please email bookings@ywcavan.org for any registration issues.

Demystifying Resistance Training

In this workshop, you will learn how to organize training sessions for an effective, and efficient workout. Resistance training benefits, fundamentals, and exercise technique will be covered allowing you to gain the confidence needed to master the basics.

Schedule
Wednesday, June 21
6:30 - 7:17 PM
Instructor

Catherine King, BHK, MSc, CSCS, Practicing Kinesiologist

Location
Studio 2
Fee
Free for members | Non-members $10

YWCA Freestyle Clinic

This clinic will increase your speed, endurance and overall knowledge on how to maximize your workout or reach your swim goals. Only specific drills that pertain to freestyle or "front crawl" will be incorporated.

Schedule
Friday, June 30 | 7:45 - 8:45 AM
Instructor

Lifeguard

Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
Able to swim a minimum of 25 meters continuously and is comfortable in deep water.
Fee
Free for members | Non-members $26

YWCA FLIP TURN Clinic

Guaranteed to flip you upside down! Come and learn how to do a flip turn with a coached swim workout. Drills will be incorporated for you to practice this new skill! This clinic is ideal for those who are not familiar with flip turns.

Schedule
Friday, June 30 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Instructor

Lifeguard

Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
Able to swim a minimum of 25 meters continuously and is comfortable in deep water.
Fee
Free for members | Non-members $26

YWCA SWIM LEVEL 1 | LEARN Clinic

Do you want to improve your swimming but didn't know where to start? Unsure of your swimming abilities? Have a fear of the water? In this clinic, you'll work closely with a Swim Instructor to explore water management skills as well as gain a level of water comfort and confidence through swim progressions. This explorative class will offer you a positive experience and give you the confidence you'll need to float, glide, and self-rescue in the water. This clinic is designed for beginner swimmers.

Schedule
Friday, June 30 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Sunday, July 2 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Instructor

Lifeguard

Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
No swim experience needed
Fee
Free for members | Non-members $26
Business Partner Discounts

Enjoy the following discounts and/or perks when you show your valid YWCA Health + Fitness Centre membership card.

Fresh Prep

Discount
75% off your first week of Fresh Prep and 10% off Fresh Prep gift certificates
Info

1. Use a unique code to receive up to 75% off your first week of Fresh Prep. That's a $41 value! Please email comments@ywcavan.org to retrieve this code.

2. Receive 10% off Fresh Prep gift certificates. Please email comments@ywcavan.org to retrieve this gift certificate.

Rackets & Runners

Discount
10% off regular priced items
Info

3880 Oak Street
604 733 9211

Obsessions Gift Shop

Discount
15% off regular priced items
Info

101 - 595 Howe Street
604 633 0091

Vancouver Art Gallery

Discount
$2 off general admission
Info

Use promo code YWCA$2off online or on-site
750 Hornby Street
604 662 4700

 

Vancouver Board of Trade

Discount
Initiation fee waived with corporate membership (save $250+)
Info

604 681 2111

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

Discount
15% off any VSO programs
Info

Conditions apply. To book contact 604 684 9100 ext 252, groupsales@vancouversymphony.ca

YWCA Hotel

Discount
10% off regular room rates
Info

733 Beatty Street (across from BC Place)
604 895 5830

ZipBy

Discount
Flat rate of $3.90 for 3 hours, once per day
Info

ZipBy is the new parking app for Lot 1, 535 Hornby St. Effective Monday to Friday 5 - 8 AM, 4 - 11 PM and on weekends 6 AM - 11 PM. Morning parking will expire at 8 AM regardless of entry time, thereafter you'll be charged the regular rate.  Follow the ZipBy instructions to access this rate. 

Flight Centre

Discount
Save $50/person on flight & hotel packages or up to $150 on flight & tour or cruise packages
Info

1051 Davie Street
1 855 450 9500

Freshii

Discount
10% off regular priced meals
Info

870 W Cordova Street | 604 566 9952
1185 W Georgia Street | 604 558 1522

La Taqueria

Discount
10% off regular priced meals
Info

586 Hornby Street 
604 565 0511

LadySport

Discount
10% off regular priced items
Info

3545 West 4th Ave
604 733 1173

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