Sunday, February 05, 2012
Mind/Body/Spirit Classes
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Comfortable (loose) clothing and physician approval is recommended for Yoga, Nia, Qigong and Zumba classes. 

 

No reservation necessary, except as noted!

Participating in an Exercise Class at Cancer Support Community?
Please fill out and bring this Release of Liability Form with you.  Thank you.

Participating in the Exercise and Cancer Recovery with Val Strang class at Rock Workout and currently in treatment?
Please have your physician fill out this Physician Release Form and fax to Cancer Support Community at 314-909-9900.


  
Belly Dancing with Yoelit (Women Only Please)
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1st and 3rd Tuesdays each month: 7:00-8:00PM

Where: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road
Des Peres, Missouri  63131

A safe space to bring out your inner Goddess with this expressive movement class.

Join us for fun and fitness while learning the art of bellydancing with Yoleit!

 

  
Exercise and Cancer Recovery with Val Strang
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Saturdays, 10:15 - 11:15 am

Where: Rock Workout Studio

3001 Locust Street, Suite 103 (lower level)
St. Louis, MO 63103 (near St. Louis University)
314-531-rock (7625)

Owner of Rock Workout Inc., Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist and  Master Personal Trainer,Val Strang, will provide instruction for those who are ready to incorporate this training into thier exercise regimen. She can help you minimize the side effects of treatment, reverse postural and range of motion issues associated with treatment, and focus on working with the WHOLE body. Exercise has been scientifically proven to aid (physically and mentally) in the treatment of cancer. Take Charge! Get Stronger! Only for participants with a cancer diagnosis.

NOTE: You must register at Cancer Support Community
(1058 Old Des Peres Road, St. Louis, MO 63131) in order to receive a class card.  A Physician Release Form (faxed from a physician’s office) is required at time of registration if you are currently in treatment.  Download Physician Release Form , or call 314-238-2000 to request one be sent to you.

Check out this video of Val Strang, Cancer Exercise Specialist at Rock Workout, talking about Cancer Support Community, formerly The Wellness Community and  the importance of exercising after being diagnosed with cancer  on Great Day St. Louis on KMOV, Wednesday, 10/7.

http://www.kmov.com/greatday/video/?nvid=405217&shu=1

  
Next Step to Health: Nutrition and Exercise Program (NSTH)
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NEXT STEP TO HEALTH: NUTRITION AND EXERCISE PROGRAM (NSTH)
Yoga with Elise, Tuesdays, 11:00 AM
Where: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road
St. Louis, MO 63131
 
NSTH is sponsored by Mercy Clinic St. Louis Cancer and Breast Institute and the Saint Louis Cancer Foundation.

  
Nia--Expressive Movement
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Tuesdays, 9:30 -10:30 AM


Where:
Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road
Des Peres, Missouri  63131

Nia is an expressive fitness and awareness movement program which combines the concentration of T'ai Chi, the poses of Yoga, the power of the Martial Arts, and the grace of dance to stay fit and enhance well-being. Led by a certified Nia instructor.

  
Qigong
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 11:00AM - Noon, Fridays: The Practice of Qi Gong

Thank you to Ron Rain, Sue Ashwell, and Harrison Beard for the gift of this class.

Where: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road
Des Peres, Missouri  63131

 

Led by certified Qigong instructors.  Through slow gentle movements like those in T'ai Chi (but utilizing only healing, peaceful moves) in concert with breathing, learn to reduce stress, increase vitality and develop a sense of well-being.  Complement your health inside and out!  For cancer patients, survivors and caregivers at any level of performance and physical condition.

Medical Qigong-New Uses for Traditional Chinese Exercies - Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. January, 1996.

  
ZUMBA!
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Fridays: 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Where: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road
Des Peres, Missouri  63131

This aerobic dance offering is guaranteed to bust through any blues!  Lively contemporary music gets the energy rocking as you learn a variety of dance moves from various cultures. Take it slow or shake your booty, but join us for this program of fun and fitness!

 

  
Yoga - Cancer Support Community
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Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 AM (Gentle)

Wednesdays, 5:15 - 6:15 PM   (Gentle)


Where: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road
Des Peres, Missouri  63131

  
Yoga - Big Bend Yoga Center
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Wednesdays,  6:15-7:30 PM (Gentle)

Sundays, 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. (Gentle)

Where: Big Bend Yoga Center
88 North Gore (at Kirkham)
Webster Groves, MO 63119
Ph: 314-918-9642

You must pre-register at Cancer Support Community in Des Peres prior to attending this locations classes and receive your membership card to the class.

A big thank you to Julie Garland and the staff at Big Bend Yoga Center for gifting the Wednesday evening class to people affected by cancer.

  
Yoga - St. Louis University
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Fridays,  12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (gentle)

Where: Saint Louis University Cancer Center

3655 Vista Ave.
St. Louis, Missouri 63110
314-268-7015

Free parking for yoga attendees.

Sponsored by The Saint Louis University Cancer Center


  
Yoga - St. Luke's Hospital
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Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Gentle)

Where: The Center For Cancer Care At St. Luke's Hospital

232 S. Woods Mill Rd.
Chesterfield, Missouri  63017

Please call for room location: 314-205-6090

Sponsored by The Center For Cancer Care at St. Luke's Hospital

  
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