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Yoga Thrive: Cancer & Yoga
Yoga Thrive is a research-based, therapeutic yoga program for individuals living with cancer or beyond and their support persons. This gentle yoga program is based on hatha yoga, but has been modified for cancer survivors; especially those who are experiencing stiffness, pain, stress, or fatigue. Dr. Nicole Culos-Reed has been researching the benefits of this program since 2002. Past participants have found significant benefits in overall mood, stress levels, physical strength, and quality of life. The training equips yoga instructors with the expertise to teach therapeutic, cancer-specific classes and collaborates with the University of Calgary. This growing network of qualified teachers has expanded Yoga Thrive tremendously with teachers educated and trained to work in the cancer community. Yoga Thrive Teacher Program Training is offered in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, the United States and Ireland.