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Health Services

Try something new! Talk to your insurance provider and ask if these services are covered under your benefits.

Members can book on our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app under "Schedule/Health Services". Non-members please call Member Services at 604-895-5777. These services are bookable up to 30 days in advance. 24 hours notice required for all health services or the session will be charged in full. Read our Registration Policy for more information on account credits for cancellations outside the 24 hours. 

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Body Composition Assessment

The InBody 570 analyzer test is fast and accurate, taking less than 15 minutes! Using only impedance, it measures fat, muscle and more.

Armed with this knowledge, you'll be able to optimize your training regimen for your unique body, achieving greater efficiency and effectiveness. Learn more about why you need to know your body composition. 

Important: Follow the InBody Protocol before you test

Schedule
Friday and Saturday mornings.
Instructor
Johanna
Location
Member Services (1st Floor)
Fee
Member $25 per assessment | Non-member $50 per assessment

Fitness Benchmark Testing

Join YWCA Kinesiologist Cameron Hunt for a 60 minute testing session to establish your fitness benchmark and focus on achieving your athletic goals.

Anthropometrics is beneficial to establish your precise level of fitness for beginner or expert athletes. It determines wellness aspects such as your Aerobic Ability (VO2 max), Body Composition and Composite Musculoskeletal Fitness. This functional testing evaluates how your body changes over time to perform at your best. Feel rewarded and see how your hard work translates into reaching your goals.

Schedule
Tuesdays 1:00PM
Other times available by request
Instructor
Cameron Hunt
Location
Member Services (1st Floor)
Fee
Member $120 | Non-member $128

Physiotherapy

Join YWCA Physiotherapist Amanda Rnic for a one to one treatment session.

Physiotherapy is a form of treatment used to help people manage their injuries and symptoms, returning them to their regular activities while minimizing risk of re-injury. This service can be used to treat a wide range of conditions such as repetitive overuse, arthritis, and whiplash.

Please note: we are not able to provide physiotherapy treatment to WorksafeBC clients. 

 

Schedule
Wednesdays
9:30AM to 1:45PM

Instructor
Amanda
Location
Health Services Room (3rd Floor)
Fee
30 minute Member $95 per session | Non-member $103 per session
Extended health receipt provided via email after session

Shiatsu

Join Advanced Shiatsu Practitioner Cameron Hunt for a one to one 60 minute session. 

Shiatsu is a 2000 year old Japanese massage technique that combines gentle traction and acupressure to help the body find balance. This relaxing method works with the body’s myofascia helping improve posture, and facilitating tight muscles and joints to alleviate pain and improve function.

Schedule
Thursdays
9:00AM, 10:00AM, and 11:00AM
Instructor
Cameron
Location
Studio 2
Fee
Member $110 per session | Non-member $118 per session

Stretch Therapy

Join Osteopath and YWCA Trainer Brano Zadubenec for a one to one 30 minute stretch therapy session.

Assisted stretching is a hands-on approach that helps to alleviate muscle restrictions, reduce joint stiffness and improve mobility. It's a great addition to help improve your fitness level, enhance proper posture and elevate your daily physical activity efficiency. 

Schedule
Mondays
11:00AM and 11:30AM
Instructor
Brano
Location
Health Services Room (3rd Floor)
Fee
Member $50 per session | Non-member $58 per session
If requested, extended health receipt provided via email after session
Trainers
Amanda

Amanda Rnic, Physiotherapist, MScPT, BSc, CGIMS, CAFCI (she/her)

Amanda completed her Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto in 2010 and has since completed extensive post-graduate training in needling techniques (IMS and Acupuncture) and Manual Therapy. She also has additional training in concussion and vertigo management, as well as
Areas of Expertise
  • Sports injury management
  • Repetitive overuse conditions
  • Pre- and post-natal conditions
  • Arthritis management
  • Neuropathic dysfunction management
  • Concussion, vestibular and dizziness issues
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Brano

Brano Zadubenec, BSc. DOMP, CPT (he/him)

Brano is passionate about helping people improve their quality of life using a holistic approach. He believes a positive impact can be made through education on the importance of active, healthy lifestyles. He obtained a bachelor's degree of Sport Science in Slovakia, and moved to Canada to further
Areas of Expertise
  • NeuroKinetic therapy (compensatory movement pattern, motor control center cerebellum, muscle dysfunction)
  • Osteopathy (flexibility, myofascial release, MET technique, joint manipulation, soft tissue release, strain-counter strain technique etc.)
  • Muscle imbalances assessment
  • Manual muscle testing...
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Cameron

Cameron Hunt, BHK (he/him)

Cameron loves being a kinesiologist, and has been a practicing member of the British Columbian Association of Kinesiologist's since 2007. What makes Cameron unique is his ability to offer a multimodal approach to physical activity. He combines his expertise as a strength training coach, with his
Areas of Expertise
  • Strength and fitness coaching
  • Active Rehabilitation and Injury Management
  • Fitness program design for wellness and durability
  • Myofascial Stretching, Shiatsu and Fingerprint Acupressure
  • Functional Capacity Evaluation - Fitness benchmark testing
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