Member orientation

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, weight room, 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 Matteus, Fitness Assistant, mticne@ywcavan.org. Orientations are 20-30 minutes in length, available weekday afternoons and evenings.

Member Clinics

Free for members! The following clinics are special workouts or workshops with our Health + Fitness Team.

Registration for the Winter season opens on Tuesday, January 2nd at 10AM for members. Non-members may register on Wednesday, January 3rd.

Book on our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app. Go to the "Programs" section and scroll to the desired clinic. Please email bookings@ywcavan.org with questions.

YWCA SWIM COMBO LEVEL 2/3 | DEVELOP & MASTER TRIAL CLASS

Come out for a great workout and sample the YWCA SWIM COMBO LEVEL 2/3 | DEVELOP & MASTER class! Two workouts will be provided; you'll be split up into different lanes according to your swim ability. Workouts can vary from 500 - 2,500 meters. Program starts the following week in the same day and time slot.

Schedule
Monday, Jan 8 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Instructor

Lifeguard

Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
Level 2: able to swim 25m, comfortable in deep water
Level 3: able to swim 50m with ease, familiar with some of the swim stokes, comfortable in deep water
Fee
Free for members | Non-members $25

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
Wednesday, Jan 3 | 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 $25

YWCA FLIP TURN Clinic

Guaranteed to flip you upside down! Come and learn how to do open and flip turns with coached technical progressions. 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
Monday, Jan 8 | 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 $25

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 and is a preview of our YWCA SWIM LEVEL 1 | LEARN program.

Schedule
Wednesday, Jan 3 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Monday, Jan 8 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Saturday, Mar 2 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Instructor

Lifeguard

Location
Pool
Pre-requisite
No swim experience needed
Fee
Free for members | Non-members $25
Business Partner Discounts

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

Fresh Prep

Discount
$85 off across your first 3 orders of Fresh Prep and 10% off Fresh Prep gift certificates
Info

1. Use a unique code to save $85 off across your first 3 orders of Fresh Prep. 

2. Receive 10% off Fresh Prep gift certificates. 

Please email comments@ywcavan.org to take advantage of these offers.

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 $4.25 for 3 hours, once per day
Info

ZipBy is the new parking app for Lot 1, 535 Hornby St. Follow the ZipBy instructions to access this rate for any period of the day.

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

LadySport

Discount
10% off regular priced items
Info

3545 West 4th Ave
604 733 1173

Woman with weights

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