… If you're interested in weight training but don't know where to start, if you're already weight training but want to see better results or learn new exercises, or if you're already weight training and want to connect with other women who do the same, this group is for you! We discuss myths surrounding weight training, how to create a program that will meet your fitness goals, the benefits of weight training for women, and much more. We meet at an exclusive personal training studio (4255 Arbutus …

I have noticed there are a ton of people who work from home in the tri cities/burnaby/ new west area. I work from home but my busy time of the day is 4-8pm when a lot of Fitness, Social Activities, Dinners, Workshops and other Meet ups happen. I can always use a break in the middle of the day or start my day with some company and some exercise. The purpose of this meet up is to connect other stay at home moms, work from home people, shift workers or entrepreneurs who may have some free time duri …

This group is for anyone who wants to connect and share information about health and wellness, while combining the talking with doing something active! We'll be walking, cycling, trying out a new kind of fitness class, hiking (various levels) or just enjoying the fresh air while we share our goals and changes in our lives. You might especially enjoy this if you: work from home, are working your way back to fitness after some illness or diagnosis of a medical condition, or just struggle to stick …

We need Active Organizer! Please join us. Enjoy the great outdoors? In your 20's, 30's or 40's? Want to get to know Vancouver better? Looking for like-minded friends? You have arrived. This group is for Outdoor Enthusiasts looking to do some hiking, canoeing/kayaking, camping, skiing/snowboarding or any other fun outdoor activities. In the beginning we will meet once or twice a month until we have more event organizers. E-mail me if you're interested in being an event organizer. KNOW YOURSELF …

Do you look at runners and say, "I want to do that, too!"  Do you want to challenge yourself by trying a half marathon run, but you're not sure if you can do it? Are you a runner who wants to support a great cause? The Canadian Liver Foundation, BC/Yukon is looking for runners of all ages and abilities to join our "Lace Up for Liver" team in the Scotiabank Half Marathon, happening on Sunday, June 24. Join us every Monday at 6pm at 109-828 West 8th Ave, as we embark on our "Half Marathon for Begi …

This group is to share in the study and practice of Tai Chi and Qigong.  We meet at different times and locations so please go to our web site at "www.taichiinstitute.ca" for further information.  Please note there is no need to RVSP a meeting. Thank you, Steve

Our aim is to promote running for as wide an ability range as possible, while encouraging new VanRun members to start running and support each other to improve or just to enjoy running! This is more than a running club.  Its a way of meeting other runners and arranging runs together. This can be done by participating in runs, becoming an assistant organiser, or by emailing a suggestion to an organiser or the group. "Organising" a run is fun! Just pick a time, a place and a route and that's all …

Anyone who is interested in participating in Zumba here is a place to chat about it express your opinions, and attend class. Zumba is a fitness class based on dance styles. Combining high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations: Zumba allows participants to dance away their worries. It is based on the principle that a workout should be "FUN AND EASY TO DO" making it easier to stick with a Zumba Fitness program and achieve long-term health benefits. Zumba is a “feel-happy” …

The purpose of this group is to create awarness of what we are feeding our bodies and to work as a group to be healthier and also establish a sense of accountability. Whether you are trying to losing weight, gain muscle or train for a marathon this 90 day program is for you!

Meet other active spiritual locals to silently hike, urban walk, kayak, or just sit and meditate outside. Absorb that beautiful current of energy that flows through friends, strangers and nature alike when you enter the still, quiet space beyond whatever your specific beliefs may be. If you consider yourself spiritual, you owe it to yourself to experience a shared silence in nature with a group of like-souled people. While there will also be non-silent socializing and outdoor activities, the uni …

The popularity of the modern sport of SUP has its origin in the Hawaiian Islands. In the early 1960s, the Beach Boys of Waikiki would stand on their long boards, and paddle out with outrigger paddles to take pictures of the tourists learning to surf. This is where the term "Beach Boy Surfing", another name for Stand Up Paddle Surfing, originates. The sport benefits athletes with a strong 'core' workout. SUP'ing is popular at warm coastal climates and resorts, and is gaining in popularity as cele …

This group is to promote on-going events related to health, environmental issues and community. The purpose of this group is to provide easy access to seminars, lectures, workshops, film screening and other events on all aspects of health including cooking, uncooking, beauty, home brewing, spirituality, environmental issues,  community and education with films, classes, workshops and meetings. Anyone interested in longevity, optimal health, environmental issues and community should join. More In …

We formed this group to facilitate people in need of healing (physical, psychological and spiritual) and people wanting to learn how to do healing to form a growing community of health and wellbeing. By coming together regularly we can teach each other effective healing modalities, practice them on each other, and then take them out to heal our friends, family and communities. The type of practices we will be sharing are the Vibrational Alignment Therapy, past life regression, CCMBA, Pyramid Ini …

The Original Pedals & Pints Mountain Bike Club, Road Riding club in Vancouver BC What is Shore Nation? Shore Nation is an adult (19 and over) mountain bike club based on the North Shore.  We are dedicated to supporting our members with knowledgeable and first aid certified leaders, a weekly ride schedule, and shuttles for our downhill riders.  We invite and encourage riders of ALL ability levels.  We are partnered with likeminded businesses to provide our club members with the best possible expe …

We decided to create this great group because we are dedicated to sharing with you a complete overall health improvement system. In addition to that, we are all practicing to become better in our lives through speaking engagements, personal coaching, personal wellness, and personal connections with new and old friends. If you have a desire to live a healthier life, we can help in body, mind and spirit! Come join us!

Walking to better health was started because I believe most people like myself can benefit from meeting other people with the same goals and together we can heal. I'm currently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, High Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure, I'm only 37 years old. I've been working on a healthy eating regime of which I've gone forward with tremendous success but has also gone backwards just as much. In addition to healthy eating; exercise is just as important "as ordered by the doctor" …