Physical Health
Project 529 Bike Registration Friday Drop-In's
Every year, almost 2,000 bicycles are reported stolen in Vancouver, but only a small number are ever returned to their rightful owners.
WHY SO FEW? mainly because a lot of owners don't document and share the description and serial number of their bikes. Defend against the rising bike theft trend by: It simply takes five minutes to register your bike for free with the 529 Garage bike registry. Obtaining a 529 Garage sticker to deter thieves Correctly securing your bicycle |
Free Online No Equipment Fitness classes
Choose To Move
Choose To Move program:
Tel: 604-875-4111 |
Passport to Prana
Passport to Prana:
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Ride Don't Hide - Cycling for Mental Health Awareness
Indoor Roller Skating
Self-Management BC
Free Programs for adults:
Toll Free: 1-866-902-3767 Email: selfmgmt@uvic.ca |
Free/ By-Donation Yoga
When: Varying times available
Where: 45 West Hastings Cost: Free or by donation Karma Teachers™ Centre for Yoga and Meditation:
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Lower-Cost Dental Care |
Registered Massage Therapy at Langara College
The CS Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy program:
Tel: 604.872.2471 |
Reduced-Cost Massage Therapy at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy
The Vancouver College of Massage Therapy offers affordable massage treatment through their student clinics.
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Sliding Scale Acupuncture
Pricing at Poke Community Acupuncture ranges from $25-$45 per treatment, with an additional $10 admin fee for the first visit only. This pay-what-you-can model allows clients to affordably access acupuncture.
The clinic is located on Kingsway, near Knight Street. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the clinic has implemented a new payment process. Instead of using a self-serve machine, clients are asked to store their credit card on file to facilitate treatment payment. An online process is available to easily set this up. |
Ready to Quit Smoking? Ready for Some Help?
QuitNow is a free program for British Columbians looking to quit or reduce tobacco and e-cigarette use.
Tel: 1-877-455-2233 |
Walking Club: Vancouver Branch of the International Volkssport Club
The Vancouver "Venturers" Volkssport Club:
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Vancity Community Pass - Cycling that’s More Affordable!
The Vancity Community Pass:
Tel: 778-655-1800 |
YMCA Workout Videos
A wonderful variety of workout videos for every age and fitness level.
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Scottish Country Dancing [On Hold During Covid-19]
When: Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:30pm
Where: West End Community Centre 870 Denman Street Cost: $ 6.50 drop-in Scottish Country Dance:
Tel: 604.929.2944 |
Hiking in and Around Vancouver
The option of getting out into the woods and mountains is one of the most amazing things about living in Vancouver. Where can you go? What's accessible by transit? What should you take with you? Here are some links below to get you started.
Easy hikes that take you deep into nature (Georgia Straight) Best transit-friendly hikes near Vancouver (VancouverTrails.com) How can you be prepared? (the 10 essentials; North Shore Search & Rescue) Avoid getting lost (North Shore Search & Rescue) |
Free Frisbee Golf
Free Nordic Pole Classes
OASIS (Osteoarthritis Service Integration System through Vancouver Coastal Health)
For information go to the OASIS clinics website and click on Upcoming Education Sessions. Or call the clinics directly:
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Work for Yoga
Mount Pleasant neighbourhood yoga program:
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Pay-What-You-Can Yoga

Yoga is open to all members on a drop-in basis at Gordon Neighbourhood House. Please bring your own mat.
When: Tuesdays 6:30pm – 8pm
Cost: Pay what you can plus once-per-year Gordon Neighbourhood House membership ($5)
For more information please contact welcome@gordonhouse.org or even better, phone: 604-683-2554
When: Tuesdays 6:30pm – 8pm
Cost: Pay what you can plus once-per-year Gordon Neighbourhood House membership ($5)
For more information please contact welcome@gordonhouse.org or even better, phone: 604-683-2554
Pay-What-You-Can Yoga Downtown
When: Check schedule via Facebook link at button below
Where: 1068 Hornby Street Cost: By donation; $5 - $20 Rooftop Yoga is a donation based studio located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. You can reserve your spot by texting Lila @ 778 987 7674 |