Are you passionate about health and fitness?
YMCA fitness certification courses will equip you with the skills to teach an engaging class and the flexibility to adjust exercises to suit varying ability levels.
The following courses are available to YMCA staff and volunteers only. Each course has a minimal fee of $20 an online prerequisite to be completed in advance.
NOTE: You will be required to take classes during the course and teach classes after the course before becoming YMCA-certified.
Fall Courses and Training Opportunities
Annual YMCA Fitness Conference
September 20, 2025
7 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
YMCA Cycle Course
October 18 & 25, 2025
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
YMCA Aquafit Course
September 28, October 5, & October 19, 2025
9 a.m. 3 p.m.
Zumba® Basic 1 Certification
Saturday, November 8, 2025
10:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
YMCA Cardio & Strength Course
Saturdays, November 1–22, 2025
8 a.m.–2 p.m.
YMCA Yoga Course
Saturdays, January 10–February 7, 2026
*no class February 14
8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
YMCA Personal Training Course
Saturdays, May 2–June 13, 2026
*no class May 16
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Kelowna Downtown Y
Please reach out to us!
If you're interested in helping others lead a healthier lifestyle at the Y, we'd love to chat with you about our fitness certification programs.
If you are not a current volunteer, please fill out the volunteer inquiry form or contact Jennifer at jennifer.bulcock@ymcasibc.ca.
If you already volunteer at the Y, please contact Emily at emily.wallace@ymcasibc.ca.
Mariely’s Y is Community
"Volunteering really is worth it. It’s such a great feeling to be able to give back to the community while investing in yourself as well. Not only did I get to keep active at the Y, but I also got to connect with others and help them reach their fitness goals in a fun way!"
Become a YMCA Volunteer
When volunteering with the YMCA of Southern Interior BC, you will learn from a skilled team, while contributing to the growth and potential of those attending, and yourself. Many of our volunteers have gone on to become full-time staff members, so there is room to grow with us.