Welcome

Small Steps for Big Changes is a FREE program that can help people make lasting dietary and exercise changes in order to lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future. The primary purpose of Small Steps for Big Changes is to help you make changes to your exercise and diet and to stick to these changes long-term.

How Does the Program Work?

The free program is offered monthly at the Kelowna Downtown YMCA and the Kelowna Family YMCA.

Step One: Program Intake 

• Contact us to determine your eligibility!

Step Two: Training Phase

• Receive a FREE 1-month YMCA gym membership
• Receive SIX sessions of 1-on-1 exercise and dietary change counselling with a trained coach over three weeks
• Complete two to four exercise sessions on your own each week
• Track your diet and exercise with a health app and fitness watch

Post-Program 

• Check-in with coach one month after completing the program
• Follow-up meetings after six and twelve months

Partners