Bring us your passion and one hour a week and we will find a role that suits you!
At the Y, we provide a wide range of programs and services with a focus on inclusiveness and accessibility, to unlock the potential inside all of us. As a volunteer YOU can be the spark that helps people ignite change in their lives.
No matter your passion, there are many ways you can get involved as a volunteer at our Y:
Aquatics
Customer service
Facility operations and housekeeping
Special events support
Sport and recreational programs
And more...
We look forward to exploring options with you to join our fun and impactful teams!
What will you gain?
As a volunteer at the Y, you will have the opportunity to build skills related to teamwork and collaboration, communication, creative thinking and problem solving, and customer service.
The YMCA as a place for well-being and belonging, where we help bring out the potential in each other. When we are together, we are stronger, braver, bolder. We are more than we are alone.
Get hearts pumping.
Our "Love to Lead" opportunities are perfect for those who are interested in helping others lead a healthier lifestyle. You could become a fitness instructor and specialize in aquafit, cycle, yoga, or fitness theory at no cost to you! View upcoming fitness instructor training dates.
Brighten someone's day.
Our "Smile" opportunities are a good fit for those who enjoy working with the public or in an office setting and like to be organized. Possible roles include customer service, fundraising and events, employment services, and general administration.
Teach kids to be water safe.
Use your love of swimming to help ensure that our community is water safe through our "Safe for Life" opportunities. Opportunities include lifeguard, swim lesson instructor and aquafit instructor. The Y will even help with all necessary certifications at no cost to you!
Bring the tools of your trade.
Our "Jack/Jill of Trades" opportunities are a callout to anyone who enjoys fixing, building or just trying to figure out how to make things work! Whether you want to work during the day with lots of people around or at night in peace and quiet, this could be a perfect fit for you!
Coach that perfect layup.
If you can relate to youth and are passionate about motivating and supporting young people, our "Mentor" opportunities are here for you! You could help with programs that feature tennis, basketball, science, engineering, dance, music and more!
Nourish young minds.
Do you love to read? Get paint on your hands? Lay down on the floor and play? Our "Kids are Amazing" volunteer roles range from childminding, to summer camps, the Y will find a role to fill your passion. Training may be offered to you at no cost.
Jill's Story
Jill Siebert has contributed over 10,000 hours helping thousands of Okanagan children develop invaluable water safety skills through Y swim lessons.
We Appreciate our Volunteers
Read how our volunteers have impacted the lives of our members and how they found connection and community during their experience at the Y.