The YMCAs of Québec
YMCA
Founded: 1851
Location: Montreal, Québec, Canada
Type: Nonprofit Organization
Size: 125,000 people in 40 service points
Membership rates: vary by center
Age: For all age groups
The YMCAs of Québec is a part of the YMCA Network in Canada. This worldwide youth organization has 40 service points across the Québec province. The first YMCA in North America was founded in Montreal in 1851 and spread the idea of Christian principles and the development of a healthy body, mind, and spirit.
The organization is dedicated to the health of individuals and the Québec community in general. The YMCAs of Québec value inclusiveness and accessibility. Their aim is to help people of all ages and backgrounds, offering programs and services that correspond to everyone`s needs. Together, YMCAs of Québec serve 125,000 people in 40 service points across the province.
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The YMCA focuses their work on Children and Youth, Health and Fitness, Community Programs, and Language School. Health and Fitness Programs include Group Fitness, Aquatics, Sports and Recreation, Conditioning Room, Small Group and Private Training. There are special offers for different age groups: Parent and Baby / Family Activities and Senior Activities. First Aid and CPR Courses, Fitness Instructor Training and Active Workplace Program are also available.
Children and Youth Programs are open to all young people aged 0 to 30. Programs for children aged 0-12 are focused on the discovery of their potential. Early Learning and Care, After School Homework Help, Ped Days and School Breaks are among the most popular ones. Artistic and recreational activities include music, painting, cooking, gymnastics and many others.
Teen Programs are designed for ages 12+ and offer a wide range of activities, TeenZones, TeenNights. Academic Support Programs help students to succeed in their academic life and provide them with the necessary skills and resources. Famous Youth Leadership Program suggests Personal and Social Skill Development plans and Youth Engagement Summits.
The YMCA of Québec offer children aged 2 to 17 a unique summer camp experience that combines fun, self-development, and security. There are options for short, daily stays or a well-known YMCA Kanawana summer camp. Language Day Camp offers programs in French and English. Students combine language classes with daily activities. This approach, introduced by qualified teachers is fun and effective. The camp is located at Collège de Montréal and is easily accessible by public transportation. Campers also visit many local parks and other Montreal attractions.
YMCA' school Programs
The YMCA offers language courses for adults and teenagers. A wide range of languages to choose include English, Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, and Japanese. The courses are open for local and international people, classes are conducted during the day or in the evening. The corporate programs are tailored for business people and are available on the YMCA’s premises or clients` offices. It is worth mentioning, The YMCA of Québec has an official testing center for TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) and TFI (Test de français international).
The YMCA of Québec in their daily work pay much attention to the development of local communities. Programs aimed at the building of stronger communities offer a variety of workshops and activities. Child and Family Development courses support Québec families, YMCA service points offer leisure activities for seniors. The YMCAs of Québec community workers support people in vulnerable situations, programs of alternative justice are also available. The YMCA residence in Québec accommodates refugees and asylum seekers from various corners of the world. Members of the YMCAs of Québec are also proud to launch and support numerous global and environmental initiatives, volunteering projects.
The YMCA of Québec network membership guarantees unlimited access to a wide range of its services. Day Passes are also available.
Regards,
The Custodian
