Movement is change

Jo Berry is a runner, mom, social worker, business owner, and philanthropist. The first thing she says each morning before her feet hit the floor is: "Thank you,” and "Please let me be of service to someone today." Jo follows this by devoting three minutes to prayer; during which she sends energy to her family, friends, coworkers, and others. Taking these few moments at the very beginning of each day is the key as it sets her intention out to the world that there is no room for self-importance. Jo truly believes that life is about what you give to others every day.

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Jo's mantra is "Movement is Change," a powerful statement that means movement in all spheres of health: physical health, spiritual health, emotional health, and mental health. Jo is best known for: Boogie the Bridge - a charitable fun run which to date, has raised over 1 million dollars for local Kamloops charities, and RUNClub - a run/walk training group that has made runners out of those who never dreamed it possible. These two powerful programs integrate emotional and physical health and have inspired thousands through her energy, enthusiasm, and support. The programs have also led Jo to win numerous awards and accolades including:
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• 2017 | Kamloops This Week Reader's Choice Award: Best Fundraiser Event

• 2017 | Kamloops This Week Reader's Choice Award: Runner Up: Best Personal Trainer, for outstanding community service

• 2016 | Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award: President's Award Winner, for ourstanding community service

• 2015 | Boogie the Bridge breaks the "One Million Dollar Mark" for money raised for local charities

• 2014 | Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards: Business Person of the Year Finalist

• 2012 | Kamloops Daily News Awards: Boogie the Bridge wins Best Community Event

• 2011 | City of Kamloops Pioneer Spirit Award Winner

• 2010 | Jo Berry carries the Olympic Torch after being nominated by Terry Lake in recognition for her contribution to community health and charitiable donatons

• 2009 | Thompson Life in Motion, Thompson Nicola's: Top 50 Most Influential People

• 2009 | Writer of weekly columns for The Kamloops Daily News and Saskatoon's Star Pheonix

• 2008 | Jo Berry and RUNClub showcased in "An Afternoon with Deepak Chopra" magazine

• 2008 | Thompson Rivers University's Distinguished Alumni Grace Chronister Award Winner

• 2008 | BC Government's Community Achievement Award Winner for community contribution

• 2004 | Woman of Distinction Award Winner

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"Jo Berry is a trailblazer both literally, and figuratively. She has been synonymous with fitness in Kamloops and through RUNClub, she has inspired and encouraged thousands of people to become fit and live healthier lives."

​- Kamloops Daily News