YMCA of Southern Interior BC

YMCA of Southern Interior BC ✨A local charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.✨

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At the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, aquatic programs help people of all ages build skills, confidence, and a lifelong...
09/09/2026

At the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, aquatic programs help people of all ages build skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to wellbeing. Whether it’s a child learning their first swim strokes, a teen developing water safety skills, an adult gaining confidence in the pool, or an older adult staying active through aquatic fitness, the water provides opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

Every day, the H2O creates a welcoming space where individuals and families can stay active, build healthy habits, and feel safe, capable, and confident in and around the water.

Today is International Day of Charity!❤️Because our community chooses to give, volunteer, and support one another, local...
09/05/2026

Today is International Day of Charity!❤️

Because our community chooses to give, volunteer, and support one another, local children can attend camp, youth can gain employment skills, families can access vital programs, and individuals can find a place to connect and thrive. Every act of generosity, whether it's a donation, volunteering, or fundraiser participation, helps strengthen our community.

Thank you to everyone who supports the YMCA of Southern Interior BC. Your generosity creates opportunities and helps people reach their full potential.

We couldn't do it without you!🥰✨ If you'd like to give a gift, please visit ymcasibc.ca/donate

Everyday wellness is built through small, consistent actions. Spaces like H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, Downtown YMCA,...
09/04/2026

Everyday wellness is built through small, consistent actions. Spaces like H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, Downtown YMCA, and Kelowna Family YMCA provide welcoming places where people of all ages can stay active, connect with others, and support their physical and mental wellbeing as part of their daily routines.

🦆One month to go until the 2nd Annual YMCA Make a Splash event!🌊At the Y, we're on a mission to drown-proof the Okanagan...
09/03/2026

🦆One month to go until the 2nd Annual YMCA Make a Splash event!🌊

At the Y, we're on a mission to drown-proof the Okanagan through the YMCA Okanagan Swims Program, providing free swim lessons to every Grade 3 student in School District 23.

Thanks to the incredible support of community partners like the Rotary Club of Kelowna Ogopogo, who recently donated $5,000, another 200 local children will gain life-saving water safety skills.

Want to make an impact? There's still time to adopt a duck for just $25. Each rubber duck adopted will race down H2O's Lazy River on October 3 and help fund swim lessons for one local child through YMCA Okanagan Swims.💙

Join us at the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre on Saturday, October 3 from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. for this splash-tastic event!🐥💦

Learn more and adopt a duck at ymcasibc.ca/splash

09/02/2026

Think your crew has what it takes to become the first-ever Quack & Splash Champions?🏆🐥

The 2nd Annual YMCA Make a Splash fundraiser is turning up the excitement with the brand-new Quack & Splash Team Challenge!🐥💦

Gather your crew of four and prepare for the ultimate inflatable duck relay race at the H2O. Teams will go head-to-head in a thrilling showdown, battling through each heat for bragging rights, trophies, ribbons, and prizes.

How it works:
🏊‍♀️18 teams of four compete in a 100m inflatable duck relay
🏁The first team across the finish line advances
🥇Keep winning to earn your spot in the championship round

Registration is $100 per team ($25 per person) and participants must be 19+. Every dollar raised supports the YMCA Okanagan Swims program.

Join us on Saturday, October 3 at the H2O for a day packed with fun, community, and fundraising.

Tag someone that you'd want to do this challenge with in the comments!👇

Learn more and register at ymcasibc.ca/splash

09/02/2026

Have you ever tried Zumba at the YMCA?💃🕺

Today, our H2O Fitness Instructor Maria is sharing some of the amazing benefits of this high-energy, feel-good workout. From boosting cardiovascular fitness to improving coordination and confidence, Zumba is a fun way to get moving!

As a YMCA member, you'll enjoy unlimited access to group fitness classes, including Zumba.🎶

Ready to join the dance party? Sign up today!🎉

08/28/2026

💦 Ready to make a splash for a great cause?

Join us on Saturday, October 3 at H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre for the 2nd Annual YMCA Make a Splash Fundraiser!

For just $25, you can adopt a duck and enter it into the exciting Lazy River Duck Race. Every duck adopted provides one local Grade 3 student with free access to the Okanagan Swims Program.

Plus, duck adopters are invited to bring the whole family to cheer on their duck and enjoy a day packed with fun, including:
🦆 Duck races
🏆 Quack & Splash Team Challenge
🌭 BBQ
💪 Aquafit
🎉 Family-friendly activities and more!

Dive in, support a great cause, and help us drown-proof the Okanagan

Learn more and adopt a duck today at ymcasibc.ca/splash

It’s the people behind the YMCA who make the difference. Every day, our staff help create a welcoming place where people...
08/28/2026

It’s the people behind the YMCA who make the difference. Every day, our staff help create a welcoming place where people can connect, try something new, build confidence, and feel part of the community.

08/27/2026

✨Staff Spotlight✨

Meet Alaa, one of our dedicated YMCA lifeguards, who recently earned the prestigious Loran Scholarship, becoming one of only 36 recipients across Canada!

This September, Alaa will begin his studies at UBC Okanagan as he works toward his goal of becoming a nurse and continuing to make a difference in the lives of others.

We're incredibly proud of Alaa's achievement and grateful to be part of his journey. His passion for helping others and commitment to community inspire us every day.🎉

Follow us for more YMCA spotlights!

💡 Did you know the Y offers programs in Summerland and Penticton?From pickleball and yoga to youth drop-ins, family play...
08/26/2026

💡 Did you know the Y offers programs in Summerland and Penticton?

From pickleball and yoga to youth drop-ins, family play programs, strength training, and social opportunities for older adults, there's something happening for every age and stage at Giant's Head YMCA and Parkway YMCA.

Whether you're looking to get active, meet new people, try something new, or spend quality time with your family, your YMCA is a place to belong.

👉 Swipe through to discover some of the Y programs available in the South Okanagan.

Learn more and register at ymcasibc.ca/Programs/Recreation-and-Activities/South-Okanagan-Programs

Which program would you like to try? Let us know in the comments!

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