2 Great Things for Anxiety & Depression: YMCA Mindfulness & JumpStep

YMCA Teen Mindfulness Group: The Teen Mindfulness Group is a free program that supports teens ages 13 to 17 who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety to learn and practice healthy coping strategies to better manage stress and anxiety. Our groups provide an opportunity for teens to learn within a safe, comfortable, and fun environment, surrounded by other teens experiencing similar thoughts and feelings.

2 of my students have gone to this and loved it. I definitely recommend for any student who experiences these symptoms. It's practical and fun.

Link and Info for signup here: https://gv.ymca.ca/Programs/Youth-Engagement/Teen-Mindfulness-Group

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Canadian Tire Jump Start program:

• 10-week  physical activity and mental wellness program.
• Fall cycle: 4-6 pm,  Tuesday Oct 17 – Dec 19 2017.
• Group sessions take place at the Langara Family YMCA.
• The program is FREE and participants receive a 12 week complimentary fitness membership to the YMCA!

Jumpstep is a physical activity and mental wellness program for teens ages 13-19 experiencing mild-moderate symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. In partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health’s Child and Youth Mental Health team, we facilitate discussion and education around health coping strategies and confidence building, and do a variety of activities, fitness classes and games to support teens to incorporate physical activity into their mental wellness plan.
To register, teens must attend an information session with a parent/legal guardian prior to the start of the program.
 
Information Session #1:

• Tuesday, September 26 @ 4pm at the Langara Family YMCA
• To register Email: jumpstep@gv.ymca.ca or Call: 604 673 6170

Information Session #2

• Tuesday, October 3 @ 4pm at the Langara Family YMCA
• To register Email: jumpstep@gv.ymca.ca or Call: 604 673 6170