Physical Health
Ride Don't Hide
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We are excited and proud to host our signature fundraising campaign, our virtual Ride Don’t Hide, throughout the month of June. The Canadian Mental Health Association - Vancouver Fraser branch is building on the safety and success of 2020 and has chosen to return with our virtual Ride Anytime, Anywhere. From now to the end of June, you can improve your mental and physical health and build a more open community among friends, colleagues and staff by registering individually or as a corporate team of 4 or more.
Register today at www.ridedonthide.com/greatervancouver and demonstrate your commitment to wellness by raising funds to create a brighter future for children and youth living with mental health challenges. Once registered, there will be a virtual session for Captains during Mental Health Week - May 3 to 9, 2021. |
Ready to Quit Smoking? Ready for Some Help?
Walking Club: Vancouver Branch of the International Volkssport Club
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When: Thursdays and weekends
Time: Departure time is usually 10am or 10:30am, with check-in beginning half an hour before. Where: Meeting places vary depending on the walk location Cost:
The Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club offer year-round, walks throughout the Vancouver region, combining fitness, sightseeing, and social experiences for people of all ages. The ‘Venturers are a friendly inclusive club, and encourage everyone to join them All walks have 5km & 10km route options. Walks include parks, forests, urban streets and trails, and glorious lake and ocean views. Volssport walking clubs exist across Canada, throughout the United States, and in more than 50 countries around the world. There are seven clubs in British Columbia. Check out the Vancouver Calendar to find a ‘Venturer’s walk for you. Get fit together! They look forward to meeting you. |
Vancity Community Pass - Cycling that’s More Affordable!
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Vancity, the City of Vancouver, and Mobi by Shaw Go are making bike share more accessible and affordable with the Vancity Community Pass - now even more people can enjoy the benefits of biking in Vancouver with discounted memberships and cash payment options.
You may qualify for this pass if you have a: – Leisure Access Pass – Red Compass Card – Third Party Referral from a partner organization *No credit card required. Cash options available. People can contact their coach if they want support or need a third party community reference. |
Free Online No Equipment Fitness classes
YMCA Workout Videos
Hillcrest Aquatic Centre - 50% off Admission [on hold during Covid-19]
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Don't have a Leisure Access Pass? Take advantage of this deal from the City, at Hillcrest Aquatic Centre.
Rate is usually $6.10 + tax but on Monday & Wednesday afternoons, it is 50 % off ($3.05 + Tax) Take a dip in the 30 degree pool ... float down the lazy river ... sit in the hot tub ... steam or sauna rooms ... swim laps or if you are daring .. jump off the diving boards. Located near Ontario and 29th, click the button below for address and map. |
Coal Harbour Waterfront Walkers
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Saturdays, 9:30am - 11:30am
Meets weekly at Coal Harbour Community Centre; variety of scenic walks. The group walks about 6km, for about three hours including a coffee stop. Participants either bus or walk back. Free. Call for details, phone: 604-718-8222 |
Scottish Country Dancing [On Hold During Covid-19]
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When: Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:30pm
Where: West End Community Centre 870 Denman Street Cost: $ 6.50 drop-in Similar to square dancing (without the foot stomping), Scottish Country Dance is a great form of aerobic exercise, physical but not too strenuous - and some mental challenge. There are groups throughout the world, people who have lots of fun with social interactivity. No partner required, and kilts are optional! First session is free. |
Hiking in and Around Vancouver
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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
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Gather your friends and dig out your frisbees.
Free frisbee golf locations include: - Jericho Hill (4196 West 4th avenue (across from Jericho on the South side of West 4th) - QE Park (5150 Ontario St, Vancouver, BC) - Quilchena Park (33rd and Arbutus) - Grouse Mountain |
Sports - Tenth Church Mount Pleasant
Free/ By-Donation Yoga
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When: Varying times available
Where: 45 West Hastings Cost: Free or by donation Karma Teachers™ Centre for Yoga and Meditation: Open to the Public! Offering free or by donation yoga classes to promote the act of selfless giving. Their mission is to share the benefits of yoga and enhance people’s lives while encouraging selfless action, and to build community and encourage selfless action through sharing the benefits of yoga. Check out the schedule via the button below. |
Passport to Prana
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Passport to Prana was created to help you find the style of yoga and studio that suits your individual needs. Your 1 year membership allows you to try one class at each of the participating studios in your city. Just three simple steps give you access to yoga across the city.
It is $30 for a year. The passport gives you one-time access to each of various yoga studios around Vancouver. |
Free Nordic Pole Classes
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OASIS (Osteoarthritis Service Integration System through Vancouver Coastal Health) – no cost
Education classes are free to the public on osteoarthritis and exercise, as well as other topics such as pain management and weight management. Free Nordic Pole walking classes (poles provided) are run monthly at local community centres. OASIS has clinics in Richmond, Vancouver, and North Vancouver. For a full list of classes please visit the Vancouver Coastal Health OASIS website. Also, if you have osteoarthritis your doctor can fill out a referral form for an appointment with an OASIS physiotherapist for exercise and management recommendations. 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
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Can't afford regular yoga and want to make a difference in your community? Can you commit for a year? Get free classes, and help to continue to offer amazing yoga & wellness classes to the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood.
The programme will work for you if you can spare 3 hours per week every week and can make a long-term commitment. To join the team you must demonstrate a friendly & enthusiastic approach and be 100% reliable to your weekly shift (occasional evenings off are allowed if enough notice is provided). |
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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
