Health Services

Optimize your health! Talk to your insurance provider and ask if these services are covered under your benefits.

These services are bookable up to 30 days in advance. To book download our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app on the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Create an account and enter your payment information. Got questions? Email bookings@ywcavan.org for help.

24 hours notice required for changes/cancellations or the session will be charged in full. Read our Registration Policy for more information on account credits for cancellations outside the 24 hours.

Health Services

Body Composition Assessment—Consultation

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 consultation | Non-member $50 per consultation

Body Composition Assessment—Self Serve

Important: Follow the InBody Protocol before you test

Schedule

During non-peak operating hours and subject to availability

Instructor

Member Services

Location

Member Services (1st Floor)

Fee

Member $5 per self serve | Non-member $10 per self serve

Fascial Mobility

Join Therapeutic Fascial Mobility Specialist Sam Karimi for a one to one 45 minute personalized session.

Each session includes fascial release using a Theragun, assisted stretching techniques, and targeted muscle activation exercises. Benefits include reduced muscle and joint pain, improved posture and enhanced relaxation.

Schedule

Saturdays
12:00PM

Instructor

Sam

Location

Health Services Room (3rd Floor)

Fee

Member $50 per session | Non-member $58 per session

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 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

Instructor

Cameron Hunt

Location

Member Services (1st Floor)

Fee

Member $120 | Non-member $128

Osteopathy

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

Osteopathic treatment effectively relieves pain, improves posture, restores mobility and significantly improves quality of life. Health is the focus instead of the symptoms. This hands on approach works with the body framework (bones, muscles, joints, connective tissue and tendons) and internal organs to help restore and maintain health by changing circulation, metabolism, digestion, lymphatic drainage and respiration.

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

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 and 10:00AM

Instructor

Cameron

Location

Studio 2

Fee

Member $110 per session | Non-member $118 per session

Beginner Adult Ballet

Perfect for brand new dancers or those returning after time away. Focus on foundational technique, terminology, posture, and building confidence in a fun and supportive environment.

A gentle, structured introduction that sets dancers up for success in Level 2.

Socks or ballet slippers recommended.

Schedule

Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 PM
February 5 - 26

Instructor

Suzy

Location

Studio 2

Fee

Before Feb 1st - Member $68 / Non-member $95.20
After Feb 1st - Member $80 / Non-member $112

Elementary Adult Ballet

For adults building on Level 1 and ready to expand their movement vocabulary, coordination and foundational technique.

Prerequisite: 1-2 years of recent ballet training as an adult.

New students assessed by Suzy before joining.

Schedule

Thursdays 8:15 - 9:15PM
February 5 - 26

Instructor

Suzy

Location

Studio 2

Fee

Before Feb 1st - Member $68 / Non-member $95.20
After Feb 1st - Member $80 / Non-member $112

Get Fit

Increase strength, power and flexibility for the ability to lift heavier weights, move faster and reach further. Build your best body with a challenging sequence of cardio, muscle conditioning and core training.

Please note, each class starts in the Cycle Studio and finishes in Studio 1.

Schedule

Saturdays 11:15AM - 12:30PM
January 17 - February 28 (no class Feb 14)

Instructor

Alesya

Location

Studio 1

Fee

Member $156 | Non-Member $204

Intermediate Adult Ballet

For adults with a strong foundation in ballet who are ready for quicker pacing, more complex sequences, and small combinations.

Prerequisite: 3 years of recent ballet training as an adult. New students to be assessed by Suzy to ensure safety and enjoyment.

Schedule

Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:00PM
February 4 - 25

Instructor

Suzy

Location

Studio 2

Fee

Before Feb 1st - Member $88.40 / Non-member $115.60
After Feb 1st - Member $104 / Non-member $136

Pointe

For Level 2+ dancers. soft-shoe participation welcome until pointe work is approved. Focus on strength, alignment and confidence-building progressions.

New students assessed by Suzy.

Please note this class runs directly after technique to keep the body warm.

Schedule

Wednesdays 8:00 - 8:30 PM
February 4 - 25

Instructor

Suzy

Location

Studio 2

Fee

Before Feb 1st - Member $34 / Non-member $61.20
After Feb 1st - Member $40 / Non-member $72

Pre-Pointe

Targeted strength and technique for dancers preparing for pointe, or wanting to deepen foundational strength. Pointe shoes not required, but welcome once approved by Suzy.

This class is also open to beginners who want to build strength and stability in their ankles and feet within a supportive, progressive environment.

Schedule

Thursdays 7:30 - 8:00PM
February 5 - 26

Instructor

Suzy

Location

Studio 2

Fee

Before Feb 1st - Member $34 / Non-member $61.20
After Feb 1st - Member $40 / Non-member $72

Trainers

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...

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

Sam Karimi (he/him)

Meet Sam, an accomplished athlete and NASM-certified personal trainer dedicated to transforming lives through fitness. With a rich athletic background spanning over 15 years across diverse sports, Sam brings a wealth of experience and a profound understanding of physical conditioning to his role

Areas of Expertise

Building Muscle
Functional Training
Weight-Loss
Active Rehab/Injury Prevention
Nutrition
Therapeutic Fascial Mobility (TFM)
Goal Setting
Kickboxing Fitness Training