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Movember On 17th Ave

17th Ave is the official pre-game location of the Calgary Roughnecks, and as a part of our ongoing partnership with the team, we will be raising funds for the Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre in honour of Movember, a movement created to raise awareness around men’s physical and mental health. You can keep up-to-date with Calgary Roughneck’s moustache status and donate to the cause here, or on social media by following @17thavesw and @nllroughnecks. We have also rounded up a number of 17th Ave businesses who focus on men’s physical and mental health every day of the year. Learn more about how you can prioritize your mind, body and soul on 17th Ave this November at the businesses below.  

Mental Health

Our mental health is equally as important as physical health but can easily be overlooked or disregarded. Below are a number of mental health professionals who can help individuals deal with stress, mental health ailments like depression or anxiety, family and relationship problems and more in safe and welcoming environments on 17th Ave.  

Inspired Minds  

Inspired Minds Wellness Centre provides therapeutic support to individuals through an integrative, collaborative and holistic approach. They help individuals deal with life stressors through services including individual therapy, group therapy, workshops and yoga.  

Suite 320, 1414 8 St. SW, inspiredmindswellness.com

 

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ShiftGrit Psychology  

ShiftGrit Psychology is made up of a team of licensed, accredited therapists experienced in treating depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief and more. They offer services for clinical concerns such as trauma counselling and bipolar affective disorder, or life optimizations like anger management therapy healthy aging, and finding a work life balance.  

815 17 Ave SW #210, shiftgrit.com 

Therapy Collective  

Therapy Collective is a collaborative private practice that offers a safe, cozy and comfortable space to be vulnerable and supported. They offer counselling and massage therapy, as well as several workshops for recovery skills, parents and care givers and more.  

400 – 900 17th Ave SW, therapycollective.ca 

Physical Health and Wellness

From rehabilitation to recovery, services such as acupuncture, chiropractic and physiotherapy are essential in maintaining good physical health. Here are a number of businesses who offer these services on 17th Ave.  

 

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Prairie Therapy  

Each injury and health ailment is unique, so Prairie Therapy provides a unique approach for each individual. They offer a multitude of services including acupuncture, athletic therapy, counselling, massage therapy, osteopathic medicine, pelvic health physiotherapy and traditional Chinese medicine.  

204, 1039 17 Ave SW, prairietherapy.ca

 

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Instrinsi  

Intrinsi is more than just a rehabilitation clinic – they want you to recover from your injury or ailment, and leave the clinic with a better understanding of your body and your health. Their services include osteopathy, physiotherapy, bike fitting, pelvic health physiotherapy, massage therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture clinical Pilates and chiropractic.  

Suite 103, 1608 17th Ave SW, intrinsi.ca 

Mount Royal Village Family Chiropractic  

Whether you’re looking to heal an old injury or treat yourself to a relaxing massage, Dr. Patrick Maguire and his team at Mount Royal Village Family Chiropractic offer an extensive list of services to aid you in your health and wellness journey. Stop in for a free consultation, and take a look at their chiropractic, massage and acupuncture services.  

#505, 1550 8th Street SW, mountroyalchiropractor.ca 

Acupuncture Collective  

The team at Acupuncture Collective takes a modern approach to helping you rebalance your body and get back to feeling your best through a number of different acupuncture treatments, massage therapy, cupping and herbal therapy. They treat health and wellness issues including pain, mental health, fertility, digestive health, insomnia and more.  

1039 17 Ave SW, #801, acupuncturecollective.ca 

Fitness Studios and Gyms

Being active is key in both your physical and mental health – whether it’s a sweaty spin class on 17th Ave, or a quick walk in the morning before you head to work. Here are nine places on the Red Mile where you can break a sweat, build some muscle and prioritize your health.  

Move  

At this all-encompassing 17th Ave studio, you can partake in classes for HIIT, spin, rowing, yoga, mobility and meditation! Get your mind and body right with classes that will not only help you build strength but also find a sense of balance and relaxation through meditation.  

919 17th Ave SW, linktr.ee/MOVECrew 

 

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Rhythm Ride  

Immerse yourself in the Rhythm Ride experience where fitness is enhanced with creative playlists, immersive visual art and an energetic and inclusive community. These unique spin classes range from rookie rides to hills and HIIT, complete with heavy resistance and lots of sweat.  

508 17th Ave SW, rhythmride.ca 

GoodLife Fitness Mount Royal  

Whether you’re looking for group fitness classes, personal training, or you just want to lift some weights solo, Goodlife Fitness in Mount Royal has you covered. They have a variety of classes ranging from cycling and strength to yoga and mindfulness happening each day. Plus, this central Beltline facility is open 24/7 to accommodate your busy schedule! 

880 16th Ave SW, Unit 200, goodlifefitness.com

 

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League  

Push your limits at League YYC, a 17th Ave fitness studio offering spin, yoga and HIIT in their expansive space. This community-driven studio is made up of passionate instructors ready to help you get the most out of your workout, plus they offer a rookie deal for those new to fitness!  

1463 17th Ave, leagueyyc.com

 

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Rumble Boxing 

Sometimes the best way to deal with something is to just punch it out. Rumble Boxing offers a unique fitness experience at their 17th Ave studio with high-intensity boxing classes in a space complete with loud beats and vibrant lighting. From first timers to experts, these classes accommodate all levels of fitness, and are a great way to get your heart rate up and feel like a bad ass while you’re at it.  

720 17th Ave SW, rumbleboxing.com 

 

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Ride Cycle  

Get lost in the music and the movement at Ride, a boutique spin studio offering an intense cardiovascular sweat paired with micro bike movements for a full body workout. Their passionate instructors prepare unique playlists and rides and offer a unifying and energetic class every single time.  

300A 17th Ave SW, ridecycleclub.com

Amped Advantage  

Amped Advantage offers a unique take on fitness with their integration of Electric Muscle Stimulation, a technique they incorporate with one-on-one personal training. EMS training replicates your brain’s natural electric impulse to the muscle and stimulates all major muscle groups. This innovative technique is then paired with custom workout programs provided by the knowledgeable staff at Amped Advantage.  

1501 17 Ave SW, ampedadvantage.com

One On One Personal Training  

Finding the right training plan can be tough, but at One On One Personal Fitness, they tailor a fitness program specifically for you based on your health and schedule. Once you’ve received your customized program, you will receive individual coaching at their 17th Ave location without the stress or inconvenience of an overcrowded gym!

1516 17 Avenue, oneononefitness.ca 

My Body Couture  

My Body Couture is a private one-on-one studio that aids people in navigating body issues through individualized movement and nutrition coaching. This unique studio offers solutions through Pilates, critical alignment therapy, Yamuna body rolling, yoga, TRX suspension and more.  

908 17 Ave SW, Shoppes in the Devenish, mybodycouture.com

 

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Studio Sat Nam  

Wellness, mindfulness and community are tied together through the practice of yoga at Studio Sat Nam. This 17th Ave studio offers a variety of kundalini yoga classes, ritual events, sound healing and teacher training.  

614 17 Ave SW, studiosatnam.ca

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