by Yard Athletics – June 2nd, 2020 We owe you an apology. To be honest, we have been wrapped up in our renovation and re-opening. We are so excited to offer you a space where you will feel safe, strong, and supported. However, that excitement directly reflects our privilege as a white gym owner and white coaches. Our privilege allows … Read More
Assumption of Risk Waiver for Yard Athletics
by Yard Athletics – May 23rd, 2020 Given the changing nature of business due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Yard Athletics is instituting a mandatory assumption of risk waiver that needs to be completed before each visit to the gym. Please read through below and let us know if you have any questions. Waivers can be signed online before you arrive … Read More
IMPORTANT UPDATE – Yard Athletics Practices & Policies
by Yard Athletics – May 22nd, 2020 CHANGES TO OUR PRACTICES AND POLICIES Here at Yard Athletics Inc. (“Yard Athletics”), the safety and wellbeing of our clients has and continues to be our top priority. In order to provide our clients with a safe, effective and enjoyable training environment, while at the same time doing our best to prevent the spread … Read More
FREE Yard Athletics IG Live Workout: Thursday May 21st @ 9:00am PST
by Yard Athletics – May 19th, 2020 Good news! This Thursday May 21st, 2020, Ilan Cumberbirch is hosting a FREE workout on Instagram Live starting at 9:00am PST, all in support of the BC Cancer Foundation. No need to sign up, just follow Yard Athletics on Instagram and make sure you follow along at 9:00am PST this Thursday morning. #YARDHARD … Read More
3 Sprint Workouts To Kick Your Metabolism Into Gear
by Henry Gould – May 13th, 2020 As the weather gets warmer and our time away from the gym grows longer, we need to get creative with our workouts. The Zoom workouts with Yard Athletics are great, as is our Dumbbell & Bodyweight Online Programming, but sometimes you need to switch it up. Sprints are the switch up you need … Read More
Workout To Conquer Cancer x Yard Athletics
by Yard Athletics – May 8th, 2020 Workout to Conquer Cancer is an inclusive challenge featuring a community celebrating what their bodies are capable of while raising critical funds for the BC Cancer Foundation. In May 2020, we’re asking British Columbians to move every day in May, no matter where you are, to help change cancer outcomes and honor those who … Read More
RECIPE – Farro “Grain Bowl” w/ Roasted Eggplant & Spicy Tahina Sauce
by Henry Gould – May 6th, 2020 Did you buy a big bag of farro to make last week’s risotto recipe, and now don’t know what to do with it? You’re in luck! Haven’t had a chance to buy farro yet but are looking for an excuse? Now’s your chance! This grain bowl is based around farro (ancient wheat grain … Read More
RECIPE – Farro Risotto w/ Pancetta, Arugula & Fontina Cheese
by Henry Gould – April 29th, 2020 If you’re one of those people who is now forced to be isolated from home, living in the “quarantine zone” is all about balance. Yes, you had a martini with lunch (on a Monday) but you did a Yard Zoom Workout in the morning! OK, you’ve had sourdough with every meal since your … Read More
Exercise As Prevention For COVID-19
by Henry Gould – April 22nd, 2020 We’re all doing our best to settle into the “new normal”. Whether this involves washing your hands until they look like raisins, crossing the street if someone’s coming toward you, or doing an endless stream of dishes that never seems to stop, things that would have seemed perplexing to any of us in … Read More
Community Love For Yard; Mezcal Tonic For Quarantine
by Henry Gould – April 15th, 2020 Community Love for Yard Athletics Who doesn’t love a little good press?? Conner Galway from digital strategy and marketing group Junction wrote a great piece titled “What Can Brands Get Up To During A Downturn“, featuring Yard Athletics among familiar names like Earls Restaurants and Belgard Kitchen / Postmark Brewing as groups who … Read More