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YMCA Calgary's Volunteer Portal
Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health ordered the closure of provincial recreation facilities, including YMCAs across the province on Sunday, December 13, 2020.
Due to this notice of temporary closure, our application window will be closed for time being. Thank you for expressing your desire to join YMCA Calgary’s Volunteer Team.
We appreciate your understanding as we follow the guidelines set forth to keep Calgarians safe and healthy.
You can also visit www.ymcacalgary.org for more information.
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
We are committed to providing meaningful volunteer experiences!
YMCA Calgary serves the community at our eight health and wellness locations, six child care centres, two outdoor camp locations, and 60 community outreach locations.
Please see below for the types of volunteer opportunities we offer. Click the position title for more information on each role.
Thank you for your interest in wanting to make a positive impact in your community!
If you have any questions please email us at volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
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Current Volunteer Opportunities
Sport Coaches
POSITION OVERVIEW
Our Coaches provide positive experiences and promote healthy communities in Calgary by instructing groups of YMCA participants. Our programs provide participants with an opportunity to have a fun and rewarding experience while enjoying Sport in a recreational environment. Instruction and lesson plans will vary between age groups, levels and abilities. Lesson plans provided.
Age requirement:
- 14 years+ (Assistant Head Coach) or 18 years or older (Head Coach)
Location
Various YMCA locations
Time Commitment
2 hours per week, 12 month commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in the Sport Coach volunteer program, you must be:
- 14 years+ (Assistant Head Coach) or 18 years or older (Head Coach)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a Sport Supervisor
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
Gym Attendant
POSITION OVERVIEW
Gymnasium Attendants provide positive experiences and promote healthy communities in Calgary by building relationships with basketball and badminton drop-in participants. Gymnasium Volunteers help supervise the gymnasiums during drop-in hours. This position includes helping make drop-in gym a welcoming area by talking to participants as well as helping ensure everyone is safe and following the rules.
Age requirement: 18 years +
Location
Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton and Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
Time Commitment
2 hours per week, 6-month commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in the Soccer Assistant Coach volunteer program, you must be:
- 18 years or older
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a Sport Supervisor
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
Membership Services Volunteer
POSITION OVERVIEW
Membership Services Volunteers will greet users and ensure all steps to entry have been correctly completed before users access the amenities. This role will help welcome patrons and families to YMCA Calgary facilities and complete health screening of all users as they enter the branch. Provide support and answer to general questions in support of Membership Services.
Location:
Varies
Age Requirement: 18yrs +
Time Commitment
2 hours per week, 6-month commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in the Membership Services volunteer program, you must be:
- 18 years or older
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a Member Services Supervisor
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
Weight Floor Cleaner
POSITION OVERVIEW
Member and participant experience and satisfaction is everyone's responsibility. Cleanliness is of utmost importance. Health & Fitness Weight Floor volunteers work together with staff by maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and sanitization as well as providing assistance at the volunteer desk, on the weight floor, and with other tasks needed.
Age Requirement: 14yrs +
Location
Various YMCA locations
Time Commitment
1.5 hours per week, 6-month commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in this Health & Fitness volunteer program, you must be:
- 14 years or older
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, a Health & Fitness Supervisor will contact you by phone or email.
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
Aquatics Greeter
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Aquatics Greeter will support Aquatics Staff by helping control entry and exit of the pool area and provide general support to the Aquatics Team.
Age Requirement: 16yrs +
Location
Various YMCA locations
Time Commitment
2 hours per week, 6-month commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in this Aquatics volunteer program, you must be:
- 16 years or older
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, an Aquatics Supervisor will contact you by phone or email.
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
Math Tutoring
POSITION OVERVIEW
YMCA Calgary is seeking energetic and committed volunteer mathematics tutors interested in helping high school youth in a group tutoring setting. Tutoring Table aims to remove the financial barrier of private tutoring to assist students in passing their registered math programs. Tutoring has been proven to show positive results in terms of helping youth improve their academic achievement, school attendance, and providing a connection to a positive adult. Volunteer tutors serve as guides in the students’ learning, assisting with challenging math concepts and enhancing students’ confidence in problem solving. Volunteers are provided with ongoing training, in both math curriculum and skills in positive youth guidance.
Group tutoring sessions are held after school for two hours with start times between 4:00 and 4:30 pm. Sessions are offered Mondays through Thursdays. Lead tutors support group tutoring sessions with
Age Requirement: 15yrs +
Location
Various YMCA locations
Time Commitment
2 hours per week, 12-month (School year) commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in this Aquatics volunteer program, you must be:
- 15 years or older
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, the Youth Engagement Manager will contact you by phone or email.
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
Fitness Class Instructor (Must be Certified Instructor)
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Fitness Class Instructor Volunteer will lead fun and safe classes for YMCA members on behalf of the YMCA Calgary. All instructors are responsible for keeping up to date with certifications and continuing education credits. Instructors are expected to bring their knowledge and positive attitude to each class they teach. Classes include: Yoga, Zumba, Cardio, Older Adult Fitness, Cycle Fitness, Aquatics Fitness.
Age Requirement: 18yrs +
Location
Various YMCA locations
Time Commitment
1 class per week, 12-month commitment
Scheduled times vary
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in this Health & Fitness volunteer program, you must be:
- 18 years or older
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 3 references
- Complete a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, a Health & Fitness Supervisor will contact you by phone or email.
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Engagement Services Team
Volunteer@calgary.ymca.ca
YMCA Calgary, Association Services
OUR MISSION
YMCA Calgary is a charitable organization driven by its mission to facilitate and promote the spiritual, mental, physical and social development of individuals and to foster a sense of responsibility within the community.
