Yoga & Mindfulness For Cancer Classes – Spring 2025

Overview

Our free yoga and mindfulness classes for people affected by cancer will kick off again 8th March.
 
These friendly and relaxed sessions are open to anyone who is currently living with cancer, in recovery or supporting a person with cancer.  As well as learning tools to relax the body and mind, it’s also a great opportunity to meet new people with shared experiences. After each session we have a 30 minute space for the group to chat and connect
We look forward to welcoming you!
 
For more info, to ask any questions and to reserve your place, please email journeysyogauk@gmail.com.

Details

When: March 8th – April 11th. Fridays 11am-12.30pm. 1hr Yoga Class and 30mins community time

Where: Anella Yoga Studio, North Grange Industrial Estate, Devoran, Truro TR3 6RF

What: Booking required, please email journeysyogauk@gmail.com to reserve a space

Who: Welcoming anyone affected by cancer, including those in treatment, recovery and supporting a friend or family member with cancer

Cost: Free – this course is kindly funded by Pants Cancer and The Postcode Lottery

Classes Overview

Yoga: Each class will explore a range of breathing techniques, physical postures (asanas) and mindfulness practises. The classes will have a gentle pace with a focus on finding what feels good in your own body. It’s suitable for any level of yoga experience – complete beginners are very welcome! The class content is designed specifically to support adults impacted by cancer and is
suitable for those currently living with cancer or in recovery.

Community Space: Following each class we will have 30 minutes additional use of the studio for anyone who would like to stay on to relax and chat with their fellow class mates. Flasks of tea are welcome!

“Are these classes suitable for me?”

You need to be reasonably mobile and move independently as we will explore both floor and standing postures. You will have all surgical incisions healed and feel that your needs can be addressed in a group setting. Your health care team will have given you the thumbs up for gentle exercise. After you have confirmed participation I will share a short health assessment form that will help me understand any individual needs.

What are some of the benefits of Yoga & Mindfulness for those affected by Cancer?

Studies have shown that yoga and mindfulness practices may help in the following areas:

• Improved sleep and reduce fatigue
• Support of weight management
• Support of pain management
• Supporting the immune system
• Improving strength, flexibility & bone health
• Supporting the management of stress, anxiety and depression

More Info & How to register

Please contact Josie on journeysyogauk@gmail.com with any questions or to register.

About Your Teacher

Hello! My name is Josie and I am a qualified yoga for cancer teacher, having trained under Morven Hamilton in the Healing the Whole approach. I wholeheartedly believe that yoga is a practise for all. For every body, at any age and in any state of health, no jazzy leggings required!

Namaste friends!