Jha-Zeyia Butts

December 2019

We're finishing off another year of inspirational member profiles with a strong youth member named Jha-Zeyia Butts. Inspirational and strong describe Jha-Zeyia perfectly; at 10 years old, she successfully completed her Bronze Star, a swimming course that helps develop and test lifesaving skills. Next, she's got her sights set on earning her Bronze Medallion and working towards becoming a lifeguard. This past October, she inspired others with her entrepreneurial spirit. She was one of 13 young women and girls who presented at an International Day of the Girl event held at Mount Saint Vincent University.

"Just give the pools and slides a try and you will be proud of yourself that you did..."  
  • Where is your hometown?
"Upper Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia."
  • What do you like about the CGC?
"Definitely the pools!"

    • What do you like to do in your spare time?
    "Watch YouTube videos and swimming with my family."
    • What is your favourite workout routine/where in the CGC will we find you?
    "Always in the pool or on the slides and diving boards."
    • What is your favourite food or indulgence?
    "Sushi."
    • What is your favorite post-workout snack?
    "Subway."
    • What is your favourite movie/book/TV show?
    "Movie - Aladdin; book - Mr. Wolf's Class; TV show - Fuller House."
    • What is your go-to workout song or what are you listening to right now ?
    "Truth Hurts - Lizzo."
    • What is your current workout goal or proudest accomplishment since starting at the CGC?
    "I have earned my Bronze Star medal in swimming."
    • What is your favourite memory of the CGC?
    "When I did my first front flip off the diving board."
    • What was your first impression of the CGC?
    "I really liked it because of the huge pools, slides, and super high diving board!"
    • What do you wish other people knew about the CGC?
    "If you go there and are not sure about what to do, just give the pools and slides a try and you will be proud of yourself that you did and want to come back with family and friends."

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