Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness

Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness is a non-profit organization that provides fitness programming to the Community of Akwesasne.

Founded in May 2015, Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness has been a long time in the making. In 2012, Elisha King and Steevi King had the idea to create a fitness program that focused on youth in the community of Akwesasne. Their dream had many aspects- get youth more active while making fitness fun and help young athletes reach the next level of their training, all while incorporating culture, nutrition,

leadership and wellness. The philosophy of the program is that healthy bodies lead to healthy minds- ultimately leading to a stronger, more vibrant community. Steevi and Elisha gathered support from various community members who share their passion for community, culture and fitness and these individuals formed the Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness Board of Directors. Board Members:
Tracie Cook- President
Lorrie Caldwell- Secretary/Treasurer
Jeremiah Point- Member

Staff:
Tristan Thomas- Executive Director
Steevi King- Director of Fitness Programming
Annie Cree- Director of Outdoor Programming
Jackie Jeffery- Fitness Coordinator

Youth Fitness programming includes but is not limited to: Personal Training Group Fitness Classes Team Training Nutrition Workshops Leadership Workshops Cultural Workshops & Teachings

REMINDER NO HIKE TODAY WE HAVE MOVED IT TO SUNDAY AUGUST 309 a.m. Speedway! See you there!
08/24/2026

REMINDER NO HIKE TODAY WE HAVE MOVED IT TO SUNDAY AUGUST 30

9 a.m. Speedway!

See you there!

Alright we had a date change!!!!

No hike MONDAY AUGUST 24th we have to change the date to SUNDAY AUGUST 30TH

Same time....same place!!
9 A.M. Speedway
Lunch is provided
Transportation available

To register use link below
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPu5VgEJPAdIbVtjn0LK80cj-lM2Qor8ITHMt3pBKoYPNpJA/viewform?usp=header

For more information email Annie Cree at [email protected]

Happy hiking!! 🗻⛰️🏔

08/19/2026

The Road to 2026 Kanawake Strongman/woman. Come and cheer on our competitors, next Saturday, August 29th at Orville Standup Park, Kanawake. Competition starts at 10am!

Have youth that love the water? Swimming? Paddling? Boating? This information session is for them. Join us, Akwesasne Ch...
08/18/2026

Have youth that love the water? Swimming? Paddling? Boating? This information session is for them.
Join us, Akwesasne Child & Family Services, Akwesasne Mohawk Police Services, for an information panel all about water, paddling and boating safety!!

Participants will get a chance to meet our local water safety team, canoe and kayak safety instructors and get a chance to use some safety gear to rescue.

August 31
5 P.M to 8 P.M
Ages 12-16

Dinner is provided
There will be a sunset paddle to follow.

To register use the link below to register
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVkN_i7oLxB3o3FiMduzb-mh1PafvO93a2nh1FR0NcwbdLMQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

For more information email Annie Cree at [email protected]

Come and hang with us!!! We'll be indulging in a few hours of quiet and calm on Saturday, September the 5th, on the sho...
08/17/2026

Come and hang with us!!! We'll be indulging in a few hours of quiet and calm on Saturday, September the 5th, on the shore of Osgood Pond.

We'll provide a surprise book to read, lunch and a hammock if you don't already have one. Space for this event is limited to 10. We will draw participants by lottery on the 24th and notify those selected on the 25th. Please keep an eye on your email. Only those selected will receive an email.

Detail Summary:
Date - Saturday September 5th (please note this is a long weekend!)
Time - Departing Speedway Plaza at 10am
Transportation - not provided for this event
Hammocking Location - Osgood Pond, Brighton NY
Lunch - will be catered
Books - provided
Hammock - BYO if you have one, otherwise let us know if you need one!

Please fill out this form and keep an eye on your email on August 25th for a confirmation reply. If we receive more than 10 forms, participants will be drawn by lottery.

https://forms.gle/b7xKtvCJUAabu7bR6

For questions, please email Jackie at [email protected] .

We are back on the trail Monday!! 🙌We get asked alot about hiking during the week and work. We hike during the week in s...
08/14/2026

We are back on the trail Monday!! 🙌

We get asked alot about hiking during the week and work. We hike during the week in summer season because the trails are so over populated on the weekends and our groups get a little big. Our goal for our hiking group to be able to enjoy the hike at your own pace!

We had quite a few ask about hiking patches and where to starting. So along with Akwesasne Child & Family Services we are starting from the easiest patch challenge and working our way up!!

Join us for our next hiking series just for Families (or beginners) for the KIDS TRIAD PATCH HIKING SERIES!!

Mondays August 17th
9 a.m. meeting at Speedway
Transportation available (but limited first come)
Lunch is provided

Trecking poles are available if needed

To register use link below ⬇️
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPu5VgEJPAdIbVtjn0LK80cj-lM2Qor8ITHMt3pBKoYPNpJA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

For more information on trails email Annie Cree at [email protected]

Happy hiking! 🏔⛰️🗻

Landbased Healing joins us for our monthly Tracking the Sun Sunrise Hike!! 3 A.M. SpeedwayTransportation available Break...
08/06/2026

Landbased Healing joins us for our monthly Tracking the Sun Sunrise Hike!!

3 A.M. Speedway
Transportation available
Breakfast provided

We have been Hiking Rattlesnake Mountain since January. Each month we watch the sun as it slowly shift across the sky!

If you are interested or have more questions, please feel free to reach out to Annie Cree at [email protected]

08/05/2026

5PM class today Aug 5th is cancelled!

Calling families with little hikers!! Families interested in getting into hiking patches!!We had quite a few ask about h...
08/05/2026

Calling families with little hikers!! Families interested in getting into hiking patches!!

We had quite a few ask about hiking patches and where to starting. So along with Akwesasne Child & Family Services we are starting from the easiest patch challenge and working our way up!!

Join us for our next hiking series just for Families (or beginners) for the KIDS TRIAD PATCH HIKING SERIES!!

Mondays August 10th, 17th & 24th
9 a.m. meeting at Speedway
Transportation available (but limited first come)
Lunch is provided

To register use link below ⬇️
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPu5VgEJPAdIbVtjn0LK80cj-lM2Qor8ITHMt3pBKoYPNpJA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

For more information on trails email Annie Cree at [email protected]

Happy hiking! 🏔⛰️🗻

REGISTRATION IS FULL It has been a busy Summer!! Paddle Club has not made it out there yet! So as promised Paddle Club w...
08/04/2026

REGISTRATION IS FULL

It has been a busy Summer!! Paddle Club has not made it out there yet! So as promised Paddle Club will be completing the Saranac Lake Paddle Patch with the 7 mile paddle from South Creek to Second Pond. This is a flatwater paddle with mixed narrow creeks and open ponds. There is one lock Carry down a rooty path portage.

August 23rd
Meeting at Speedway 9 A.M
Lunch is provided
Life jacket & water shoes are required

Kayaks are available but limited.
(Participants that have not been attending programs they registered for will not be eligible and would have to bring their own kayaks or canoe)

Drybag Day packs will be provided for your gear!
Suggested packing list:
● PFD (provided)
● Water shoes
●Whistle (provided)
● Hat
● Sunglasses
● Sunblock & Bugspray
● Waterbottle (32oz or more)

For more information or to register contact Annie Cree at [email protected]

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167 International Road
Ontario, CA
K6H0G5

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