YMCA-YWCA of theNational Capital Region

ymcaywca.ca Taggart Family Y | 180 Argyle Avenue

Y Fitness SummitSunday, May 7, 2017

Registration opens April 10, 2017Register online at ymcaywca.ca

Y Member $60

Non-Y Member $90

Y Volunteers No Charge(Please contact your Fitness, Wellness and Recreation Coordinator)

Includes: admittance to two workshops, session handouts and light snacks/ refreshments.

Please select your 2 workshops at the time of registration. Full payment by credit card is due at the time of registration. We encourage you to register early to avoid disappointment. The deadline for registration is May 3, 2017.

Cancellation PolicyClients may withdraw until midnight, April 26, 2017, and are subject to a $25 administrative charge. No refunds will be issued for any withdrawals beyond April 26, 2017.

Session ScheduleCheck-in Opens 8AM

Opening Ceremony & Welcome

Session 1 9:00AM – 10:30AM

Session 2 11:30AM – 1PM

LocationThe Y Fitness Summit will be hosted by the Fitness Education Centre. All workshops will be held at the Taggart Family YMCA-YWCA located at 180 Argyle Avenue.

Free parking is available on the street. Paid parking is available in the parking garage.

Earn Continuing Education CreditsThe Y Fitness Summit is an opportunity to network and learn from some of the best fitness professionals in the business. This is also an opportunity to enhance your educational skills and earn credits toward your YMCA-YWCA and CALA and CanFit Pro certifications.

By attending this conference, you will earn 4 YMCA-YWCA Internal CECs, 3 CALA CECs, 4 CanFit Pro CECs.

E-Certificates will be available at the end of the day only. Participants will not be able to receive their E-certificates until they submit the Summit evaluation form at the end of the event.

Event PolicyFor the safety of all concerned, we ask that you do not bring children to the conference.

For More InformationPlease contact the Y’s Fitness Education Centre:education.centre@ymcaywca.ca | 613-288-1424

Registration and Event Information

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8:30AM-8:45AM

Movement is Medicine: Exercise for Injury Prevention

Presenters: HUMAN 2.0• Dr. Chris Raynor – owner, Sport

Medicine Doctor/Orthopedic Surgeon

• Amanda Raynor – owner, Group Fitness Instructor, Y certified

“We want to make movement part of people’s lives again, and to make it as accessible as possible in any given instance” Dr. Chris and Mandy will talk about the importance of movement and mobility training as key parts of any fitness or sport performance program, particularly as they pertain to injury prevention and overall enhanced day-to-day function. Their mantra is “movement is medicine” which they will get their participants to experience by doing active session demonstrating examples of what it means given access little to no equipment (Lecture/Activity).

STRONG by Zumba™

Presenter: Valérie Chassé• Zumba B1, B2, STRONG by Zumba,

Zumba Aqua

STRONG by Zumba™ is a High Intensity Interval Training class using more traditional fitness moves for a more athletic, conditioning-style workout. You use your own body weight as resistance to achieve muscle definition. ... STRONG by Zumba™ is also characterized by a unique system of progression (Lecture/Activity).

Layering Drill: A Practice in Form and Techniques

Presenter: Lyndsay Fillier• Indoor Cycling Instructor, Y certified

This workshop will introduce participants to a Layering Drill – what it is and how it can be applied to a ride. Short intro regarding different movements and exercise options will be followed by a 60 min class and a follow-up discussion. The drills are interval style to give the class a challenging aerobic based ride, but also allow the instructor to introduce the class on more advanced moves, and to educate them on how to

perform them safely and effectively (Activity).

Are you Heart Wise by Heart Wise

Presenters: • Jennifer Harris – Heart Wise Regional

Manager, CVD Prevention and Rehabilitation Outreach

• Anita Findlay – Dynamic Group Fitness instructor specializing in Older Adult fitness, Yoga and Pilates

Learn about the evolution of Heart Wise Exercise, what elements are key for a safe and inclusive exercise class for those with chronic health issues then join us for an active 40 min live demonstration. For Heart Wise certified instructors this workshop can be used a re-certification course. (Lecture/Activity).

Yoga and Mobility for Back Pain

Presenter: Andrea Morissette• Registered Yoga Instructor• Personal Trainer – CanFitPro

Featuring a fusion of dynamic mobility movements woven in with static and dynamic yoga poses, participants will learn an effective routine to address muscular tightness and postural causes of back pain (Activity).

SESSION 1 9:00AM – 10:30AM

Workshop SessionsPersonal Trainer PT

Group Fitness

Specialty

Group Cycling

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GC

S

3

AquaticsAQ

Older AdultsOA

PT GF OA

GC

S

PT GF OA

PT GF OA GC

Resistance Training, the Rotator Cuff, and Beyond

Presenter: Sam Dubé M.D, PH. D, C.S.C.S• Coaches multiple world and national

champions in strength sports• “Super Sam” was the sports analyst and

technical advisor to the Canadian Strength Athletes series on TSN for over a decade.

• Martial Arts, Self-defense instructor

S.I.T.S. – We all know the Acronym, but addressing the rotator cuff in the gym and life is somewhat more complicated. This workshop will present a practical approach to rotator cuff health, uinjury prevention and training through biomechanics, proper exercise selection and performance. Several specific exercises to optimize the function of the rotator cuff and associated musculature will be featured, as well as their integration and techniques for instruction. (Lecture/Activity).

ABSolutely Core

Presenter: Jennie Queen• CALA Certified Trainer• CPFLA CFC Certified• SPI Personal Trainer• Fitness and Lifestyle Management Diploma,

Algonquin College

The ABSolutely Core Challenge brings the CORE into focus for the participants. This muscle focused class provides core stability offered in a medium to high intensity program with an emphasis on engagement and enlightenment for functional abdominal training. Both suspended and contact option will be presented (Activity).

Walking the Walk: Improving Lower Body Mobility

Presenter: Andrea Morissette• Registered Yoga Instructor• Personal Trainer – CanFitPro

This exciting workshop will bring the latest on how to improve lower body ranges of motion and muscular flexibility. Andrea will present mobility and strengthening techniques for joints, surrounding tissue and muscles that will improve your everyday life and/or athletic performance, reduce pain and chance for injury. A variety of modalities, such as fascial massage, as well as static and dynamic stretches will be utilized. (Activity).

Indoor Cycling for Outdoor Cyclists

Presenter: Julia Aimers• Owner and head coach of team Triumph

Triathlon Club• Certified Exercise Physiologist• Johny G., Reebok, Core Spinning certified

With 20 years’ experience teaching indoor cycling Julia will share her popular teaching methods on how to coach 60-90min indoor cycling class using training zone intensities, specific workouts and awesome music. Be ready to be worked and transformed! (Activity).

Yoga Poses and Movements to Detox Your Body

Presenter: Mizuki Hoshino, B.Ed., M.A.• Registered Yoga Instructor, Y certified

Are you tired of feeling tired? This 90 minute workshop will teach you yoga poses and movements that help improve digestion and detox your body. You will also gain knowledge on proper body alignment and modifications. After the workshop, you can start applying the principles and sequences in your yoga practice and any fitness routine. (Activity).

Workshop Sessions

4

SESSION 2 11:30AM – 1PM

PT GF OA

AQ

PT GF OA

GC

GFS

Workshop SessionsThe Toe-Tapping BOSU Cardio Workout

Presenter: Dylan Harries, B. Rec.; B. Sc (HK)• NCCP, level 2• YMCA, all streams; CanFit Pro PTS, FIS; Tabata

Boot Camp, Gliding, BOSU instructor • CALA• International presenter; renowned athletic

trainer and performance coach to National and World level figure and roller skaters.

Prepare for takeoff and explore the outer limits. Dance it, or hit it! When you are in full flight nothing is better than the cardio choreography experience that is achievable to all. Learn clean transitions from one lead leg to the other without missing a beat. The topless blocks of choreography can be interlinked, put into different sequences or repeated as needed so everyone walks away a champion. The elements are all there. Now it’s your turn to take it and fly to new heights! (Activity).

Post Stroke Strength and Stretches Exercises

Presenter: Lisa Guadamuz• Personal Trainer, Indoor Cycling – Y certified• Massage Therapist• Educator

Review limitations of basic rehabilitative programs that are available for stroke survivors. Hear testimonials from clients who have had different rehabilitative experiences. Discuss the variety of challenges that stroke survivors can be left to deal with. Identify why some trainers/instructors avoid this population until they discover etiquette, communication and safety tips to become more comfortable as a fitness professional with this group. Finally, review safe and effective exercises that facilitate balance, strength and maintain range of motion. (Lecture).

Squattin’& Benchin’ for Trainers and Coaches

Presenter: Sam Dubé M.D, PH. D, C.S.C.S• Coaches multiple World and National

champions in strength sports• “Super Sam” was the sports analyst and

technical advisor to the Canadian Strength Athletes series on TSN for over a decade.

• Martial Arts, Self-Defense instructor

This fun and practical workshop will focus on two of the most fundamental resistance exercises, the squat and the bench press, with emphasis on what a good Trainer and Coach needs to know! Biomechanics, variations of the exercises, and technique will be emphasized, as well as cueing for instructional purposes. The squat and bench press will be contextualized and integrated within a greater training domain. (Activity/Lecture).

Use Your Noodle

Presenter: Jennie Queen• CALA Certified Trainer• CPFLA CFC Certified• SPI Personal Trainer• Fitness and Lifestyle Management Diploma,

Algonquin College

Come explore and learn how to incorporate the one piece of equipment that all pools have, into your aquatic fitness program. Every pool has Noodles! Oodles and Oodles of Noodles – are you using yours? They are economical and can provide a fun and safe variety to your aquatic fitness class routine. We will explore both suspended and contact choreography. (Activity).

PT GF OA

PT GF OA AQ S

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