Youth programs and activities
Camp YMCA Kanawana
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In an enchanting setting just 15 minutes from Saint-Sauveur, Camp Kanawana offers youth a unique experience in nature.
Swimming lessons for children
With our multi-level courses, your children can progress at their own pace, from the first dive to the latest crawl techniques!
Sports for kids
Discover all our courses that introduce 3- to 11-year-olds to basic motor and sports skills.
TeenZones
Lively after-school or weekend spaces where teens can express themselves, relax and connect with others.
The support you need to go further
FIT courses
The YMCA Fitness Instructor Training (FIT) program offers highly flexible, high-quality, training that includes various specializations.
Explore our course offeringsPersonal training
Learn about our 3 private training packages (3, 12 or 24 sessions).
Our certified coaches can help you reach your goals starting now!
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Our available courses
Gentle Toning – Ball/BOSU
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
Gentle exercises performed with an exercise ball or BOSU balance trainer to work…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026Strength-training
Circuit Training
- Du Parc YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Westmount YMCA
Sequence of exercises performed as part of a circuit with or without equipment.…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026Yoga and pilates
Gentle Yoga
- Du Parc YMCA
- Cartierville YMCA
A series of gentle poses (asanas) and breathing and meditation exercises to…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026Strength-training
Yoga and pilates
Pilates
- Du Parc YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Westmount YMCA
- Cartierville YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
A series of physical exercises performed with or without light weights to…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026Gentle Toning
- Westmount YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
Gentle toning exercises performed with or without equipment to work out the main…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026Strength-training
Metafit
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
High-intensity interval training using bodyweight exercises (calisthenics).…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026Cardio and endurance
Strength-training
STRONG Nation
- Cartierville YMCA
A combination of high-intensity cardio and strength-training moves perfectly…
12 years old and over From Jan 5 to Mar 22 2026The Y is…
30,600
participants in physical and aquatic activities.
28,500
young people supported by programs that foster youth success.
6,100
people received support through programs that prevent exclusion.
Our latest publications
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The Physical and Mental Health Benefits of Physical Activity
11 February 2026
Why Is Pickleball So Popular?
09 February 2026
New Year’s Resolutions: How to Build Habits That Last
12 January 2026
The Benefits of Yoga on the Body and Mind
23 December 2025
YMCA Peace Gala 2025: An Evening Where Youth Voices Lit the Way Forward
23 December 2025
Inspire and engage everyone to grow, thrive and contribute to their community
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I went to Camp Kanawana in the late 60s […]. My daughter went to Camp Kanawana in the late 90s and I am proud to say that my grandson just spent his first summer […] at Camp Kanawana. I think this has to be one of (if not) the best summer camps in Quebec. The children are so well supervised but also have the chance to spread their wings […]. The stories and memories that they come home with are amazing.
Dee
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Before I didn’t talk much to others, but by the end of the year, I was able to develop projects with other young people and maintain a positive attitude. I learned how to plan well and I still use some of the things I learned from C-Vert at university
Alexandre
a university student and C-Vert youth worker
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Isabel was really at the heart of mynrehabilitation. She’s at the heart of my entire support network since I got out of prison.
Martin
on his journey and the help he received from his caseworker
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I got really lucky with Geneviève, because we started off slowly. She told me all I had to do was show up and she would handle the rest.
Anne-Laurence
Mother and Member of the Y