Tuesdays, 12:00-12:45pm
This circuit-based class will touch on improving balance, strength, and coordination while utilizing different exercise equipment included BOSU balls, weighted balls, dumbbells, weighted bars, balance pads, and agility ladders.
Join us for an informal discussion where each month's discussion focuses on a different topic.
Support group for parents/caregivers of a child or teen with cancer currently in or post-treatment. This group will provide a safe space to discuss the difficulties of having a child/teen dealing with cancer and its impacts, and to receive support from a community of others facing similar experiences. Meets the third Tuesday of each month, 7:00-8:00pm. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
This interactive and creative group is designed to connect and support the entire family (caregivers, children, and siblings) in coping with the impact of childhood cancer. Families can also connect with each other to know they are not alone in this experience. Meets the second Saturday of each month, 11:00am-12:00pm. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
Tuesdays, 1:00-1:30pm
The 'core' is made up of muscles that are responsible for proper posture, efficient functional movement, balance and stability. Learn about the muscle groups that make up and control your core. Facilitator: Stephen Cerne, BS, NSCA-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET
Maintaining connection can be a challenge when cancer care becomes priority. Join for an evening of collaborating with your partner to create a fun work of art and learn creative ways to cope with life's stressors. Held at Community Arts Center, 2937 West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH 44113.
Experience the health benefits of drumming. No experience needed and drums are provided. Facilitator: Karen Hatfield, MMT, MT-BC, CHPCA
Nutrition provides the foundation for energy and movement. And both diet and physical activity go together to help support the health of cancer survivors and reduce risk of new cancer diagnoses. Whether you are beginning to increase your activity level or have an established exercise routine, join this hands-on cooking class to learn how to best fuel your body before, during, and after a workout. The best types of foods and meal timing will be discussed to maximize your exercise benefits. Facilitator: Stephanie Hopkins, MS, RDN, LD
For young adults and families with young children and teens. Bring your game face and gear up for some fun. Enjoy some snacks and pay some baseball-themed games – inside and out (weather permitting)!
Held at King David Aquatic Center, 27300 Cedar Rd, Cleveland, OH 44122 every Friday, 1:00-2:00pm. Participants will explore different ways to exercise in an aquatic environment to build strength, endurance and improve balance after cancer treatment. Each class will focus on a different topic related to aquatic exercise. First priority to those with a cancer diagnosis/survivors and/or those trying this series for the first time. Participants are encouraged but not required to complete all classes in this series. Instructor: Joy Nowels, Exercise Specialist, ACSM Certified, Ai Chi Certified, Arthritis Foundation Certified Aquatic Program Leader