InspireHealth

Qigong for Sleep & Relaxation
2024-02-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-13 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Gratitude Meditation
2024-02-20 17:00 - 17:30, 2024-02-13 17:00 - 17:30 | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Beginner’s Strength & Stretch
2024-02-20 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-02-13 13:30 - 14:30 | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Creating Through Cancer
2024-02-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Research has shown that creative practices can support our well-being. In this workshop, we will explore how creativity can revive and inspire us. This creative session will include opportunities to engage in guided creative exercises and share reflections with other participants. This is an experiential workshop where participants are encouraged to create and get curious about their journey. Absolutely no art experience required — the process is the destination!
* Please have paper, a glue stick, and coloured drawing materials (e.g. coloured pencils, markers, crayons, pastels, etc.) ready.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

In-Person: Nutrition Workshop: Nutrition & Cancer 101 (Vancouver)
2024-02-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Vancouver, #240-575 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC, V5Z4C3, Canada
*Please note: This is a hybrid workshop that will be offered virtually and in-person at our Vancouver centre. Please only register for the version you plan on attending.
This workshop is an introduction to the connections between nutrition and cancer and how to support your diagnosis with food. We will cover a variety of topics including specific nutrient requirements during treatment, preparing for surgery, cancer-protective foods and touch on some of our most frequently asked questions. If you are new to our nutrition programming, this is a great place to start.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Nutrition Workshop: Nutrition & Cancer 101
2024-02-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual

Strength & Stretch
2024-02-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-02-15 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Orientation Session
2024-02-19 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-02-16 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-02-15 17:00 - 17:30 | Virtual
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.

Strength & Cardio
2024-02-19 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

BC Family Day — InspireHealth Closed
2024-02-19 | Virtual

Exercise & Lymphedema
2024-02-16 13:30 - 15:00 | Virtual
This session explores the role of exercise in promoting lymphatic health and the management of lymphedema.

Hosted by Denise Drisdelle and Elli Klaus, Registered Massage Therapists in Vancouver, BC.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Gentle Yoga
2024-02-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

BRCA Virtual Support Group: Surgery, Gender Identity & Body Image Issues
2024-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual
In this session, guest speaker Sarah White will be speaking about Surgery, Gender Identity, and Body Image Issues. Sarah is the co-founder and COO of Vancouver based Certified B Corporation, Fairware. After learning that she carriers a BRCA mutation predisposing her to breast cancer, Sarah faced a significant decision: whether to wait and see what happens, or to have a preventative double mastectomy. As a Jewish woman, mother, and lesbian, Sarah’s journey encompasses the complexities of health decisions, identity, and societal perceptions. Her story is a testament to finding congruence and identity amidst change and uncertainty, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating similar challenges.
For more information about the program, please click here.
Thank you for your interest in the BRCA in BC Support Group Program. Registration for this session is closed.

Guided Meditation
2024-02-15 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual
Spring into action this season — all gifts currently being matched!
Double your donation today!
GIVE NOW

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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Gentle Yoga
2024-02-14 13:30 - 14:45 | Virtual
Spring into action this season — all gifts currently being matched!
Double your donation today!
GIVE NOW

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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

In-Person: Walking Group (Vancouver, Weather Dependent)
2024-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Vancouver, #240-575 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC, V5Z4C3, Canada
Join us for an in-person walking group at our Vancouver centre for movement and connection with those in our community. This walking group will be led by our team of clinical exercise physiologists and will follow a gentle 3 km route in the communities surrounding our Vancouver centre. Check-in will open at 11:45 am, with our walk starting promptly at 12:00 pm.
*Previous consultation with our team of exercise physiologists is required for participation.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

In-Person: Walking Group (Victoria, Weather Dependent)
2024-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Victoria, #212 -2187 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Join us for an in-person walking group at our Victoria centre for movement and connection with those in our community. This walking group will be led by our team of clinical exercise physiologists and will follow a gentle 3 km route in the communities surrounding our Victoria centre. Check-in will open at 11:45 am, with our walk starting promptly at 12:00 pm.
*Previous consultation with our team of exercise physiologists is required for participation.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Inspired Conversations: Healthy Communication (Part 2)
2024-02-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Virtual
Healthy communication can be challenging at the best of times, and even more so while living with cancer and its stresses. This workshop will provide tangible tools to become a healthy communicator and a mindful listener, which can help to decrease stress and increase connection with oneself and others.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Chair Yoga
2024-02-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
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 closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

In-Person Walking Group (Victoria)
2024-02-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Victoria, #212 -2187 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Join us for an in-person walking group at our Victoria centre for movement and connection with those in our community. This walking group will be led by our team of clinical exercise physiologists and will follow a gentle 3 km route in the communities surrounding our Victoria centre. Check-in will open at 11:45 am, with our walk starting promptly at 12:00 pm.
*Previous consultation with our team of exercise physiologists is required for participation.
Registration closes at 3:00 pm PDT the business day prior to the class date.

In-Person: Cooking Class: Easy 20-Minute Meal Ideas (Vancouver)
2024-02-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Vancouver, #240-575 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC, V5Z4C3, Canada
*Please note: This is a hybrid workshop that will be offered virtually and in-person at our Vancouver centre. Please only register for the version you plan on attending.
Join us in preparing some easy 20 minutes meals for busy weeknights. These meal ideas are very versatile so you can easily make substitution to suit your dietary preferences.

Black Bean Tacos Recipe (Ready In 10 Minutes)
Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
Chinese Noodle Soup

Registration closes at 3:00 pm PT the business day prior to the class date.

Cooking Class: Easy 20-Minute Meal Ideas
2024-02-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
