InspireHealth

Restorative Yoga
2023-04-10 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-04-03 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
Progress the body and mind to a place of relaxation, rest, and gentle opening. This class moves through a series of seated and lying down yoga postures to provide participants with a renewed sense of vitality and wellness. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a pillow, blanket, chair, and two bath towels nearby.
Registration is closed.

Monday Morning Mindfulness Meditation
2023-04-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-03 11:00 - 12:00
Increase connection through breath and mindfulness. This guided meditation class begins with intention setting, followed by a body scan, breathwork, and thought observation practice.
Registration is closed.

Strength & Cardio
2023-04-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-04-03 09:30 - 10:30
Elevate the heart rate and get your body moving! This class focuses on aerobic movements while incorporating strength exercises to provide a full body conditioning workout. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
Registration is closed.

Good Friday - InspireHealth Closed
2023-04-07

Guided Meditation
2023-04-06 19:00 - 19:45, 2023-03-30 19:00 - 19:45
Soothe the heart, body, mind, and spirit with this guided meditation class that incorporates various mindfulness techniques, such as intention setting, body scans, breath work, and thought watching practices combined with the sweetness of silence.
Registration is closed.

Orientation Session
2023-04-06 17:00 - 17:30
Join us to learn more about our programs and services and how you can access them. This session is open to people with a diagnosis of cancer and their support people.
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Cooking Class: Cooking in Colour
2023-04-06 13:00 - 14:30
​Join us for this class focused on incorporating vibrant colourful foods into our meals. We will explore the wonderful nutrients behind these rich colours through making a deep cherry-purple smoothie, a refreshing green smoothie, a colourful carrot medley and a rainbow sorghum bowl.

Cherry-purple sweet potato smoothie
Maple Glazed Carrots with Ginger
Roasted beet-citrus sorghum bowls
Miso Tahini Dressing

Registration is closed.

Sexual Well-being & Cancer
2023-04-06 11:00 - 12:30
This educational session will speak to the impacts that cancer and treatment can have on sexual health and well-being. Physical impacts, including vaginal dryness and changes in erectile function, will be discussed, as well as changes in desire, communication with partners, and exploring sexual identity where you are now. This session is open to patients and their support people.
Registration is closed.

Strength & Stretch
2023-04-06 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-04-04 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-03-30 09:30 - 10:30
Build strength, endurance, and flexibility. This class includes a combination of resistance, balance, and aerobic movements to provide a full body workout. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
Registration is closed.

Gentle Yoga
2023-04-05 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-03-31 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-03-29 13:30 - 14:45
Explore the connection between breath and movement while taking the time to relax and gently stretch the body. Move through seated, standing, and balance postures, and finish with a restorative relaxation time. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is closed.

Inspired Conversations: Cultivating Gratitude
2023-04-05 10:30 - 12:00
​​Join us for this meaningful workshop where we will explore, practice and discuss the power of cultivating a grateful heart. A growing body of research indicates there are very real benefits to cultivating this attitude for those with chronic health conditions. In this meaningful workshop we will explore gratitude through creative and mindful practices. You will leave the workshop with practices that can be used to benefit your physical, mental and emotional health.
Registration is closed.

Chair Yoga
2023-04-05 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-03-29 09:30 - 10:30
Aimed at optimizing accessibility, this class aims to accommodate all participants by removing the physical challenges of getting up and down from the floor. The gentle, yet deep practice provides a series of modifiable poses focused on improving strength, flexibility and balance while using breath awareness to calm body and mind. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is closed.

Qigong for Sleep & Relaxation
2023-04-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-28 19:00 - 20:00
Prepare the body for rest and sleep through gentle movement and relaxation. This class uses Qigong, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, to promote wellness at all levels of mind, body, and spirit. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is closed.

Gratitude Meditation
2023-04-04 17:00 - 17:30
Designed to promote wellness through gratitude, this class provides participants an opportunity to breathe together and take a moment of pause to be thankful. Gratitude habits can be difficult to form alone, so join us in community to end your day with an attitude of gratitude.
Registration is closed.

Beginner’s Strength & Stretch
2023-04-04 13:30 - 14:30
Adapted for beginner’s, this class serves as an introduction to strength training by leading participants through a series of low impact, full body exercises while participants are encouraged to work at their own pace. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
* Please only register for one of Tuesday’s Strength & Stretch classes (i.e. ‘all levels’ at 9:30 am or ‘beginners’ at 1:30 pm). If you are unsure which to choose, please request an appointment with an Exercise Therapist at InspireHealth.
Registration is closed.

Nutrition Workshop: Nutrition Support to Manage Digestive Side Effects of Treatment
2023-04-04 11:00 - 12:00
​Some forms of cancer treatment may cause changes in our digestive system which may include nausea, constipation, and diarrhea. Join us in this workshop to discuss how nutrition can support you and your digestive system during this time.
Registration is closed.

Orientation Session
2023-04-03 15:00 - 15:30, 2023-03-31 11:00 - 11:30, 2023-03-30 17:00 - 17:30
Join us to learn more about our programs and services and how you can access them. This session is open to people with a diagnosis of cancer and their support people.
Registration is closed.

Indian-Inspired Dishes
2023-03-30 13:00 - 14:30
In this class, we will prepare a tasty Indian-inspired menu! This meal will feature tofu and spinach, a cruciferous superstar – cauliflower, a gluten-free quick bread, lots of warming spices, and a delicious drink using dates as a sweetener.

Vegan Palak Paneer with Curried Tofu
Fluffy Gluten-Free Naan
Quick Crispy Cauliflower
Chai-Spiced Hot Chocolate

Registration is closed.
