Exercise and Thrive: Getting back to you
Providence Regional Cancer SystemExercise and Thrive is the result of a multi-year partnership between YMCA of the USA and the Lance Armstrong Foundation in response to the growing body of evidence that physical activity can improve cancer survivor’s quality of life, lessen treatment side effects and help recovery.
“Exercise and Thrive fills the void from the end of active treatment,” says Heather, Senior Program Director at the Briggs YMCA in Olympia. “People are given the confidence they need to use their bodies after treatment. This lets people know that exercise is safe and that they can do things that they did before the cancer.” Participants will receive support and coaching from professional YMCA staff and volunteers as well as social support from other survivors.
Additional Information
- Must have medical clearance for their doctor or nurse practitioner to participate.
- Cancer survivors must have completed active treatment.
- All participants will receive a free 12-week South Sound YMCA membership, which includes access to both South Sound YMCA facilities.
- After completing the program, participants will be offered the opportunity to join the South Sound YMCA without paying a joining fee.
The South Sound YMCA is excited about partnering with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center to provide this amazing opportunity in Thurston County. The initiative is a key component of Activate America®, the YMCA’s bold approach to directly address our nation’s growing health crisis. Through Activate America, the YMCA is redefining itself and engaging communities across the country to provide better opportunities for people of all ages in their pursuit of health and well-being in spirit, mind, and body.
Olympia Downtown YMCA
510 Franklin Street SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 357-6609
Class Days: Tuesdays and Saturdays
Class Time: Tues: 6:30-8 pm, Sat. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Class Session: September 11—December 1, 2012
For additional information, please contact Member Services at 360.357.6609
Briggs Community YMCA
1530 Yelm Highway SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 753-6576
Class Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Class Time: 2:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.
Class Session: September 10—November 28, 2012
For additional information, please contact Member Services at 360.753.6576
Reader Comments (2)
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