What I love about the Y

I love the community.  I’ve been going to the Y since I was a toddler. The Fredericton Y on Saunders street is where I first learned to swim, made new friends and knew it was a place where everyone is welcome. Where else can you find a place where you might run into your neighbour, a co-worker, a grandparent or a brand-new baby in this world.

My position and how I found myself working in the field of health and wellness.

I am a group fitness instructor. I first became an instructor after participating in classes for years at the Y in Sudbury. Having small children and working, the noon hour class was the only time I could workout.  I heard about a training they were putting on for new instructors and I signed up. I was very nervous and scared at first but over time gained more confidence as an instructor.  Thanks mostly to the kind members and their patience.  I am always learning new things as an instructor.  I eventually became the Supervisor of Health and Wellness at the Y for a short time before moving back to Fredericton to be close to my partner and family.  I am so happy to be able to continue as an instructor at the Y in Fredericton and am making new friends and connections every day.

What do I love about the Fredericton Y

I haven’t been a part of the Y in Fredericton since the 80s, but I can already feel the warmth and connection that exists at the facility.  I am looking forward to getting to know more and more members and staff as my journey has just begun here.